Courageous Student Report Leads to Arrest in School Threat Case

A Fort Walton Beach teen was arrested after escalating school shooting threats, with officials praising students who reported the behavior early.
City Leaders Clash as Taxpayer Protection Measure Draws New Criticism

What began as a promise to protect taxpayers is now being labeled a costly experiment, as Fort Walton Beach officials warn that a 3% budget cap is shrinking services, driving staff away, and inflating long-term costs.
Eglin Tightens Security With a Sweeping Dash Cam Ban

Eglin Air Force Base will ban dash cameras and vehicle recording devices beginning March 1 as part of a new operational security policy.