Fort Walton Beach Police Make Arrest After Violent Condo Shooting
Two people were shot at a Fort Walton Beach condominium complex before police tracked down and arrested a suspect in Crestview.
Explosive Incident at Eglin Air Force Base Injures Two
Two people were injured after an incident at Eglin Air Force Base’s High Explosive Research and Development Facility on Thursday afternoon.
Smart Money, Strong Futures: How Local Kids Are Learning to Save
A Northwest Florida campaign is helping kids build smart money habits by encouraging them to save early—with incentives and community support.
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.
Firefighters Hold the Line at Choctaw Plaza Fire
A three-alarm commercial fire at Choctaw Plaza destroyed a Rent-A-Center Monday night, sending heavy smoke through multiple adjacent businesses.
Major Expansion Brings New Life to Temple Mound Museum
The Indian Temple Mound Museum will reopen Feb. 28 following a major expansion and months of exhibit renovations, offering free admission for the grand reopening celebration.
A Remarkable Community Gift Is Changing Lives in Local Classrooms
The Fort Walton Beach Moose Lodge has donated more than $17,000 since 2022 to help eliminate student lunch debt at Okaloosa County elementary schools.
Quick Police Response Brings Relief in Fort Walton Beach Silver Alert
An endangered adult was safely located in Fort Walton Beach after a Silver Alert and a coordinated response by police and the community.
Inside Okaloosa County’s plans for the Destin-Fort Walton Beach Rigdon Center
Okaloosa County officials hope that with a little bit of time and effort now, the fairgrounds will be a place families can enjoy for decades to come.
Rapid Police Action Ends Scary School Lockdown After Gunfire Report
Police arrested a suspect without incident after reports of gunfire near a Fort Walton Beach school prompted a rapid lockdown and response.
