Big Funding Boost from Ingoglia for Panhandle Immigration Enforcement
Florida CFO Blaise Ingoglia awarded nearly $1.4 million to Panhandle sheriff’s offices to support immigration enforcement partnerships.
After Hurricane Damage, Destin Beaches Get a $10M Makeover
A $10 million project will restore sand to eroded Destin beaches damaged by Hurricane Sally, with work starting the week of March 23.
Gun Fired Inside Niceville Home, Infant Present
Niceville police arrested a woman after a firearm was discharged during a domestic disturbance at a home where a 9-month-old child was present.
Police Seize Fentanyl, Meth, and Cocaine After Pursuit
A Fort Walton Beach man is facing trafficking charges after police say he fled a traffic stop and was found with fentanyl, cocaine, and meth hidden in a modified aerosol can.
Breakthrough Tax Relief or Risky Gamble?
Florida voters could soon decide whether to eliminate most property taxes on homesteaded homes, a proposal that could save homeowners money but cost local governments billions in lost revenue.
Social Media Turns High School Speaker Into Political Flashpoint
A guest speaker invited by a student-led club at Fort Walton Beach High School has ignited the first major debate in the race for the District 1 seat on the Okaloosa County School Board.
Young Man Found Dead on a Quiet Okaloosa Road
A 20-year-old Mary Esther man was found shot to death in north Okaloosa County. Deputies are investigating the early morning homicide.
Jury Sends Destin Man to Prison for Life
A jury has convicted Jerrish Stephens of second-degree murder in the 2021 stabbing death of Gregory Lacey outside a Destin bar, resulting in a life sentence.
Okaloosa and Walton Students Win Big at Regional STEM
Okaloosa and Walton students showcased innovation and scientific excellence at the 2026 East Panhandle Regional Science and Engineering Fair, earning top honors and state finalist spots.
Road Rage Attack Ends in Arrest After Lengthy Investigation
Fort Walton Beach Police have arrested a 21-year-old man months after a suspected Halloween night road rage shooting.
