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OKALOOSA COUNTY, Fla. -- Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier says the state has conducted the largest seizure of illegal vapes in West Florida and Panhandle history. A statewide Vape Task Force conducted operations in Clermont, Ocoee, Milton, Gulf Breeze and in Okaloosa County. A part of that task force is the...

After he introduced his pick to be Pensacola’s next police chief, Mayor D.C. Reeves fielded questions on topics ranging from the state DOGE report to e-bike regulations during Tuesday’s press conference, offering updates on several major initiatives affecting the city. Note: I will have more on Police Chief...

Video above: ‘News 5 Now’ — Top Stories from Feb. 5, 2026 SANTA ROSA COUNTY, Fla. (WKRG) — Parts of Santa Rosa County are under a boil water notice, News 5 has learned. According to a Bagdad-Garcon Point Water System news release, a main break occurred when a contractor hit a water main on Old […]

PENSACOLA, Florida - Bobby Womack, a 45-year-old from DeFuniak Springs, Florida, has been indicted by a federal grand jury on multiple charges, including drug and firearm offenses. Womack faces charges of possession with intent to distribute methamphetamine and cocaine, possession of a firearm in furtherance of a...

PENSACOLA, Fla. -- The lineup for the 2026 Bands on the Beach has been announced Thursday evening. The event returns to Pensacola on April 7 and goes until Oct. 27. According to Visit Pensacola, this will be a first for many bands and artists set to perform. The free concerts...

Pensacola Mayor D.C. Reeves said Wednesday he is not planning to “go politically point for point” through a newly released state report that accuses the city of wasteful spending and ties some of its decisions to a broader debate over property taxes. Support Local Stories. Donate Here. “We...

Video above: Also on WKRG.com — What should you do if someone you love goes missing? ESCAMBIA COUNTY, Fla. (WKRG) — A 65-year-old is missing, and the Escambia County Sheriff’s Office needs the public’s help to find her, News 5 has learned. Lola Mae Bright was last seen around 8 a.m. on the 8100 block […]

Specially Trained Otter Brought in by Police in Search for Missing Woman. In an uncommon twist to a search operation, police in Pensacola, Florida, enlisted the help of Splash, a specially trained otter, in the search for a missing woman. Splash / Peace River K9 Search and Rescue Association Inc.

Pensacola High and Pine Forest High students who walked out of classes on Jan. 30 to protest the nationwide actions of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement now face disciplinary actions including suspension. Some Escambia County Public Schools students left classes about 2 p.m. Friday, joining middle and high...

A new destination for women’s fashion is opening its doors in downtown Pensacola. Monkee’s of Pensacola is set to debut as a curated boutique offering elevated style, personalized service and an inviting shopping experience designed to make every woman feel special. Owner Rylee Smith was inspired to open...