Georgia Woman Arrested After Destin Shooting

A Georgia woman was arrested in Destin after deputies say she shot a man in the leg during an argument on August 17. She faces charges including aggravated assault with a deadly weapon and use of a firearm while under the influence.
Deschaine Fires Attorney in Murder Trial

Dylan Deschaineβs murder trial faces new delays after the court removed his attorney, Michael Weinstock, and prepared to appoint Crestview lawyer Marty Knopes as his replacement.
Every Okaloosa Judge Has Recused Themselves On This Former Deputy’s Case:

The trial of former jail director Nolan Weeks, accused of impersonating an officer during a traffic stop, will take place outside Okaloosa County following a full judicial recusal.
Emerald Coast Life Center transforms drug recovery in Okaloosa County

Emerald Coast Life Center transforms drug recovery in Okaloosa County Collin Bestor June 19, 2025 7:30 am Crestview, Holt HOLT β Dana Clah has gone from sitting in a jail cell to shaping what rehabilitation behind bars can look like in Okaloosa County. A former inmate, trauma survivor, ministry leader and now founder of the Emerald […]
Crestview High Teacher Arrested For Inappropriate Relationship in 2001

A longtime Okaloosa educator is behind barsβaccused of sexually abusing a student more than 20 years ago. The case came to light thanks to a modern tip line and has now led to serious charges.
What Docs Reveal About Former Okaloosa Jail Directors Dismissal

Okaloosa Countyβs former jail director resigned under a severance deal amid findings that he violated county policy by promoting a company owned by his brother to provide ACA enrollment services to inmates.
Clarke County High School Coach Arrested on Multiple Charges

Robert Carter, head football coach at Clarke County High School, has been arrested in Niceville on multiple charges related to alleged misconduct with a student and is now facing legal proceedings in Clarke County.
New Body Camera Video Shows How Arrest of Niceville Murder Suspect Went Down

Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Deputies had murder suspect Dylan Deschaine cornered in a gas station bathroom with guns drawn… then this happened.
Okaloosa Jail Worker Busted For Alleged Smuggling Operation

A contracted jail employee was arrested for allegedly smuggling cellphones and vape devices into the Okaloosa County Jail.
Deputy Charged in Hurlburt Airman’s Killing Booked Into Okaloosa Jail

Former Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Deputy Eddie Lee Duran, Jr. was arrested for the negligent manslaughter of Senior Airman Roger Fortson and is awaiting court proceedings.