Florida Forestry ceases burn authorizations 2 hours ago

PANAMA CITY, Fla. - The Florida Forest Service, Chipola Forestry Center, has ceased issuing authorizations for all outdoor burning until further notice, officials wrote in a news release. The areas include Bay, Gulf, Calhoun and Jackson counties.

Stay with us throughout the day as we follow Officer William Buechner's honor... 4 hours ago

Regal plans to rebuild Panama City theater 5 hours ago

Panama City is finally getting a second theater after Hurricane Michael's devastation.

Former Lynn Haven city manager asks for 'peaceful contact' with wife 5 hours ago

BAY COUNTY, Fla. -- Former Lynn Haven City Manager Michael White appeared in court Friday morning.

PCB Fire Department taking over water rescue program, move aims to save more... 7 hours ago

Soon, fire fighters will be the only first responders rescuing people from Panama City Beach's Gulf waters.

OCSO: Seven suspects charged in teenager's death 12 hours ago

FT. WALTON BEACH, Fla.- According to the Okaloosa County Sheriff's, seven people were arrested on Thursday and charged in the death of a teenager.

Guilty verdict decided in 2017 murder case 21 hours ago

BAY COUNTY, Fla. -- On Thursday, a jury found Adeviante Russ guilty of manslaughter for the shooting that took Gerald Smith's life in 2017.

Local contractors slammed with work after Hurricane Michael 21 hours ago

PANAMA CITY, FL-Contractors tasked with rebuilding thousands of hurricane-damaged houses and businesses in the Panhandle are trying to keep up while dealing with a s stressful work load.

DANGEROUS Suspect on the Run; 22 Stolen Guns Recovered From His House 23 hours ago

Almost two dozen guns and thousands of dollars worth of stolen property has been recovered. At this time, several counties are on the hunt for a suspect that could be in the Panhandle.

South Walton Luxury Senior Living Facility Coming Soon 23 hours ago

How would you like to retire and live a short driving distance to the best golf courses in the Panhandle? The best spas or the best shopping?

PREPARE NOW: Officials Warn Hurricane Season Starts June 1 23 hours ago

It's hard to believe but, another hurricane season is already here. Starting June 1, hurricane season kicks off.

Woods fire threatens homes in Bayou George 7 hours ago

Firefighters and other first responders are on scene at a woods fire in Bayou George.

Deal struck to pass $19 billion disaster relief package without border funds 23 hours ago

WASHINGTON (AP) — The Senate on Thursday passed a long-overdue $19 billion disaster aid bill by a broad bipartisan vote, but only after Democrats insisted on tossing out President Donald Trump's $4.5 billion request to handle an unprecedented influx of migrants at the U.S.-Mexico border.

Cremated ashes found inside 'message in a bottle' in Destin 1 day ago

Mobile man John Breland had a big surprise Thursday morning when he found a message in a bottle on the beach.

Panama City Police ask for public's help in finding men involved in car... 1 day ago

PANAMA CITY, Fla. -- After several vehicle burglaries in Panama City, police are asking for help to find the men involved.

Healthy Start Coalition hosting 'world's greatest baby shower' 1 day ago

PANAMA CITY, Fla. -- Healthy Start Coalition of Bay, Franklin and Gulf counties is hosting its 'World's Greatest Baby Shower' event.

Cahall's, Pepper's and That's Too Cute This Weeks Open For Biz. 1 day ago

If you are hungry we have another open for biz just for you.

OCSO: Teens charged with armed robbery and kidnapping 1 day ago

FORT WALTON BEACH, Fla.- The Okaloosa County Sheriff's Office charged two 16-year-olds with armed robbery and kidnapping on Wednesday.

Governor Ron DeSantis directs Secretary of State to evaluate cyber security... 2 days ago

BAY COUNTY, Fla. - With the recent news of Russian hacking in local elections Governor Ron DeSantis directed Secretary of State Laurel M. Lee to evaluate cyber security of the election systems around Florida.

Trial for 2017 second-degree murder case begins 2 days ago

BAY COUNTY, Fla. -- The jury trial for Adeviante 'Turk' Russ started on Wednesday morning inside the Bay County Courthouse. Russ is accused of shooting and killing Gerald Smith in 2017.

'I'm keeping my fingers crossed': Senator Rubio optimistic ahead of Disaster... 2 days ago

The Senate is set to vote on a new version of the federal disaster relief bill package on Thursday. A portion of the money would help Hurricane Michael victims and victims from other natural disasters. The latest version of the bill helps Eastern Shipbuilding and includes money for Tyndall Airforce Base.

80-year-old Haney Technical student receives final achievement 2 days ago

PANAMA CITY, Fla.- In August of 2018, 80-year-old Haney Technical student, Mary Roberts was working towards her GED.

Friend or Foe? Unmanned robots compete in navy's 'Director's Cup' 2 days ago

Let the competition begin! On Wednesday, the Navy Directors' Cup brought the naval community together to watch unmanned robots compete!

Sea Screamer staff pulls struggling swimmer from the water 2 days ago

PANAMA CITY BEACH, Fla. - The popular local boat, the Sea Screamer, did more than just run trips on the gulf this weekend.

Wednesday marks 1 year since active shooter situation on Beck Avenue 2 days ago

The incredible journey of Silverton's 'Wonder Dog' 7 hours ago

Bobbie, a collie-shepherd mix, walked at least 2,551 miles over 6 months to get back to his family in Silverton, Oregon.

Panama City adults exercise the least of any city in Florida report says 2 days ago

PANAMA CITY, FL-A new survey from 24/7 Wall Street says Panama City is the laziest city in the state of Florida.

Officer's Best Friend: K-9 partner visits his wounded Auburn Officer in hospital 2 days ago

COLUMBUS, Ga. (WRBL) - As Auburn Police Officer Webb Sistrunk continues his recovery after being shot in the line of duty, he had a special visitor Wednesday from his K9 partner, Leon.

One person killed in Walton wreck 2 days ago

WALTON COUNTY, Fla. - One person was killed in a head-on collision in Walton County Wednesday.

Bay Medical honors first responders during EMS week 2 days ago

PANAMA CITY, Fla. -- Bay Medical Sacred Heart President, Heath Evans, stopped by our News 13 studios to talk about honoring first responders during EMS week.