Pensacola Jewish community celebrates Simchat Torah amid hopes for lasting Gaza peace
PENSACOLA, Fla. -- Although the war in Gaza is coming to an end, the impacts still linger here in the U.S. This ceasefire is grabbing the attention of people nationwide and along the Gulf Coast. Some are reflecting on the progress of the peace deal. The Jewish community gathered for...
25-year-old Pensacola woman gets life sentence for role in boyfriend’s October 2022 murder
ESCAMBIA COUNTY, Fla. -- A 25-year-old woman was sentenced to life in prison for her role in her boyfriend's murder in Escambia County in October 2022. Circuit Judge Amy Brodersen sentenced Alyssa Marie Blackburn to life behind bars following her conviction for Principal to Second Degree Murder by an Escambia County...
Matt Banks’ brother-in-law ready for racketeering trial in alleged contractor scheme
The brother-in-law of embattled Northwest Florida contractor Matthew Banks is also gearing up for his own trial related to allegations of contractor fraud throughout Escambia and Santa Rosa counties. A panel of jurors are scheduled to be picked Oct. 13 to sit before Jesse LaCoste in which he is charged with...
Deputies: 3 arrested for armed carjacking at Escambia County apartment complex
ESCAMBIA COUNTY, Fla. -- Three men were arrested following a carjacking incident at an Escambia County apartment complex on Saturday, according to the sheriff's office. These three men are all charged with robbery and aggravated assault:. 23-year-old Joshua Garnett. 23-year-old Sakauri Louis. 21-year-old Keishawn...
Florida’s first sign of winter arrives as snow risk grows in the Sunshine State
Florida's sunshine is about to take a backseat as a cold front sweeps in, promising a rare taste of cooler, drier weather.
A Sneak Peek into the Upcoming Campus Events and Activities!
Even though the action-packed Homecoming week is coming to a close, there is still plenty to get involved with on campus! Here is a glimpse into some of the campus events and opportunities coming up this week…. Night of Financial Frights 10/13. Just because Halloween is scary doesn’t mean finances...
Gulf Coast Musicians Fundraiser Returns to the Gulf Coast
Event raises money for medical visits and prescriptions for regional artists. Perdido Key, Fla. — (OBA) — A regional nonprofit that helps working musicians cover medical costs will stage its biggest fundraiser of the year. The Gulf Coast Musicians Medical Fund plans a full day of live music, food, and community...
TENNIS: SLU starts fall strong at UWF Invitational
PENSACOLA, Fla. --- The Southeastern Louisiana University women’s tennis team opened the fall portion of its 2025-26 schedule with a strong showing at the University of West Florida Invitational this week on the UWF campus. Freshman Mariam Tetradze was the highlight performer for SLU, finishing 3-0 in both singles...
Falcons Battle to Scoreless Draw Against No. 21 West Florida
MONTEVALLO, Ala. – The Montevallo men's soccer team battled to a scoreless draw against No. 21 West Florida on Sunday afternoon, as the Falcons remain undefeated in Gulf South Conference play. West Florida struck first, firing a pair of shots in the fourth and fifth minute. The Argos continued...
LOCAL WEATHER REPORT SUNDAY 10-12-25
Local weather report for Sunday, October 12. This report updates during the day. Today our temperature will range from a low of 58° to a high of 83°. Sunrise is 6:48 AM and Sunset 6:20 PM Night There is a 0% chance of rain in the morning , 0% chance of rain in the afternoon and 0% chance of rain during the evening.
