Janisia Magallanes Stopped Bullying at Her School, Now She Protects Hundreds

Meet Deputy Janisia Magallanes, a Walton County Sheriffβs Office school resource officer (SRO) at Walton County High School. From standing up to bullying as a high school student to patrolling hallways and mentoring students today, sheβs dedicated to student safety, school security, and community policing in DeFuniak Springs, Florida.
Santa Rosa Beach Woman Arrested After Child Found Wandering Roadway

A Santa Rosa Beach woman was arrested after deputies found her 5-year-old child wandering alone in the roadway. Investigators say the childβs mother, Maureen Oneill, left him home alone for several hours while she shopped in Panama City Beach.
Okaloosa Deputies, K9 Unit Apprehend Man Wanted on Multiple Domestic Battery Charges

An Okaloosa County Sheriffβs Office K9 unit, alongside correctional institution teams, tracked and apprehended Anthony McLeod of Laurel Hill on Saturday after he attempted to flee through a swamp. Mcleod faces multiple domestic battery and criminal mischief charges.
Crestview standoff ends in fatal police shooting on Ferdon Boulevard

A Crestview police standoff ended in an officer-involved shooting that killed an armed man who pointed a firearm at officers.
Okaloosa County Jury Convicts Man of Soliciting Sexual Conduct Involving Child

Michael Todd Ronna was convicted by an Okaloosa County jury for using a computer to solicit a parent for sexual access to a child following a months-long undercover investigation by law enforcement.
After Just One Week, Niceville’s New School Zone Cameras Caught THIS MANY Speeders

More than 600 drivers were recorded speeding in Niceville school zones during the first week of new traffic cameras, prompting city officials to urge caution and compliance.
Niceville Police Activate School Zone Speed Cameras

Speeding in school zones is a growing concernβfind out how Nicevilleβs new enforcement program aims to protect students and crack down on violations.
Vehicle Burglary Arrest Made in Niceville

The Niceville Police Department arrested Michael Shawn Reiley for vehicle burglaries, recovering stolen firearms with the help of community-provided video evidence.
Boyles Picks Up Law Enforcement Endorsements in State House Race

Nathan Boyles has secured endorsements from Sheriffs Bob Johnson and Eric Aden in his bid for State Representative District 3.
Law Enforcement Arrest Suspect For Stolen Car After 47th Street Lockdown in Niceville

Okaloosa Sheriffβs Deputies and Niceville Police arrested a suspect for stealing a vehicle after a chase and foot pursuit near 47th Street and Fir Avenue, an area previously plagued by illegal drug activity.