Milton mother used two knives to stab daughter 40 times, new court documents detail
MILTON, Fla. -- New court documents offer more detail in the murder of a 6-year-old Milton child. The child's mother -- April Oliva -- is charged with her daughter's death. The documents were part of a motion for Oliva's pretrial detention. It states the child was stabbed at least 40 times with two knives.
BBQ World Champion Moe Cason Joins the Pitmaster Smoke School Lineup
If your idea of summer perfection includes smoke curling through the air, a cold drink in hand, and friends hovering around the grill asking, “How did you DO this?” then this is your moment. Pensacola EggFest’s Pitmaster Smoke School 2026 is officially in session, and it just turned...
‘Needed to be stopped’: Northwest Florida veterans of Iraq War react to Iran strikes
PENSACOLA, Fla. -- Both the House and Senate are set to vote on a war powers resolution to ensure Congress has a chance to approve any acts of war or attack against another nation. Several veterans who served in the Iraq War gave their opinion on the ongoing operations in...
April Oliva held without bond after daughter’s stabbing death; competency evaluation requested
SANTA ROSA COUNTY, Fla. (WALA) - A Milton mother charged with second-degree murder in the death of her 6-year-old daughter appeared by video from the Santa Rosa County Jail for a pretrial detention hearing Monday, as prosecutors filed a motion outlining new details in the case. Investigators say April Oliva...
UWF to hold Good Hope Cemetery Cleanup
Video above: ‘News 5 Now’ — Top Stories from March 2, 2026 ESCAMBIA COUNTY, Fla. (WKRG) — A cemetery cleanup day has been rescheduled. The Good Hope Cemetery cleanup has been rescheduled to April 11, 2026. According to a news release, Good Hope Cemetery Cleanup Day will now be held on April 11, from 10 […]
Escambia County commissioners to hold public hearing on ballot referendum
The Escambia County Commission will take public comments at its meeting next month, to help commissioners decide whether to approve a ballot referendum. That public meeting is scheduled for April 1 at 5:30 p.m. Previously, the Escambia County School Board decided to let voters choose how a superintendent is selected.
Pensacola Beach investor in hot water over renovation. Here’s why.
Escambia County halted some renovation work underway at a house on Pensacola Beach over several permitting concerns, including that the garage area was enclosed to create more livable space. Although a representative of the owner says that was not the intent and efforts are being made to correct the violation, the...
Baldwin Health celebrates opening of the new Specialty Surgical Center in Foley
February 23, 2026 | Foley, AL — Baldwin Health has officially cut a ribbon for its new Specialty Surgical Center, a modern outpatient surgery facility that will expand access to high-quality surgical care for residents and referring providers in South Baldwin County. Representatives from the South Baldwin, Central...
5 Burger Restaurants in Pensacola that Keep Locals Coming Back for More
Pensacola is coastal and beachy, but step away from the seafood for a second and you’ll find locals fiercely loyal to a few burger joints—on and off the beach. These five spots get recommended constantly. 1. McGuire’s Irish Pub. If you know anything about Pensacola dining, you...
Waterfront Mission introduces $10 token for one night of shelter for homeless in Pensacola
PENSACOLA, Fla. -- Waterfront Rescue Mission has introduced a new tangible way to help the homeless community. The non-profit is calling it a "Waterfront Token." This token only costs $10. But it holds a value of much more for those who redeem it. Through this token they're actually giving someone one free night of...
