Emerald Coast Daily

The immunity hearing for former Okaloosa deputy Eddie Duran opened Monday under Florida’s Stand Your Ground law in the 2024 shooting death of U.S. Air...

A 24-year-old Mary Esther man led Okaloosa deputies on a reckless 3.7-mile pursuit through Destin, hitting 120 mph in 55 mph zones, weaving through...

Crestview families can enjoy a free summer outing combining ice cream and local history at the Crestview History Museum's "Summer Sundaes at the...

Okaloosa County, Fort Walton Beach, and the Department of Health are probing abnormal discoloration and odor in Cinco Bayou between Beal and Eglin...

Dylan Wickes was recognized by the Midway Fire District for rushing into a July 5 house fire on Sanibel Lane and carrying his older neighbor to safety...

A 24-year-old Mary Esther man was arrested after allegedly leading deputies on a 3.7-mile pursuit at speeds up to 120 mph on Highway 98, weaving through traffic and forcing evasive maneuvers. No injuries occurred thanks to quick reports and response.

The $3.1 million Liza Jackson Park renovation in Fort Walton Beach has been pushed back to start the week of Sept. 14 to avoid disrupting summer...

Fort Walton Beach Police are conducting DUI checkpoints as part of the national Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over campaign to deter impaired driving...

• Team growth: Niceville Tutoring has expanded to 78 tutors as the new school year approaches.
• Sleep first: Reset kids to consistent bedtimes now,...

Fort Walton Beach operators like Austin’s Cookies had stands shut down after code complaints, as current rules limit home businesses to a single...

Gulf Coast communities get a brief reprieve from extreme heat this week as drier air arrives from the northwest.

• Today: Lower humidity and highs in...

A fire caused heavy damage to 98 Treasures in Gulf Breeze as the business marked its third anniversary this weekend.

• Over 20 local vendors now wait to assess damage and potential losses after the Gulf Breeze antique mall caught fire on its third anniversary
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Double red flags close Okaloosa County beaches due to life-threatening surf and currents.

• Lifeguards evaluate water constantly and will change...

A 65-year-old Crestview man died Friday evening at 5:56 p.m. after a pickup truck turned left into his southbound path on State Road 189/Green Acres...

Two forecasts align on a stalled cold front triggering scattered showers and thunderstorms Sunday, mainly along the coastline east of I-65.

• Coastal...

Two reports detail the same Saturday night blaze at 98 Treasures on Gulf Breeze Parkway.

• Fire broke out around 8 p.m. after a 911 call reported...

Your guide to standout entertainment across Escambia and Santa Rosa counties this week.

• TOTO performs Tuesday at The Wharf Amphitheater with...

Locals have just one chance this August to watch the Blue Angels practice at NAS Pensacola: August 26 at the National Naval Aviation Museum flight line. Gates open at 9:30 a.m. for the 10:30 a.m. session; bring REAL ID and leave coolers behind.

A weak August cold front will stall along the coast, bringing repeat showers and thunderstorms through Sunday.

• Storms ignite around 2 a.m. with...