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PENSACOLA, Fla. (WKRG) — Two Pensacola Christian College students were hospitalized Thursday suffering from electric shock, according to a Facebook post from the college. The incident occurred Thursday morning while the students were working near power lines on campus, according to the college. The students are receiving care at a local hospital. Escambia County EMS, Fire […] → Read More
PENSACOLA BEACH, Fla. (WKRG) — March 1 marked the beginning of beach season in Pensacola, and residents were excited to enjoy the warm weather. “Just really sit underneath the pier enjoy the water a bit,” aid Pensacola resident Erica Himka, who was at the beach with her daughter. “Get the newborn out and enjoy the […] → Read More
The wait is finally over for the cosplayers who've traveled far and wide for the 10th annual Pensacon at the Pensacola Bay Center. Fans came to see their favorite characters, artists and venders. → Read More
PENSACOLA, Fla. (WKRG) — For the 10th year, Pensacon will take thousands of fans of the “the beyond and unknown,” at the Pensacola Bay Center. From February 24 to February 26, expect to see some of your favorite Si-Fi celebrities like Tony Isabella and Rikki Simmons and a lots cosplayers dressed up as their favorite […] → Read More
PENSACOLA, Fla. (WKRG) — Tip off for the Sun Belt Conference men and women’s basketball championship will take place February 28 at the Pensacola Bay Center with the championship games on March 6. The city will welcome 28 teams between the men and women’s tournament. The 14 schools will be brining their marching bands, spirit […] → Read More
The Pensacola International Airport kicked off the Pensacon season, making a transformation to the Pensacola ‘Intergalactic’ Airport. → Read More
ESCAMBIA COUNTY, Fla. (WKRG) — 69-year-old Betty Grimsley says her home on Garfield Drive in Escambia County is unlivable. Grimsley says she wired a $23,203 deposit to Robert Stromas IV to begin the remodel on her house. The work began in July of 2022, but Grimsley says Stromas stopped showing up to the job site […] → Read More
ESCAMBIA COUNTY, Fla. (WKRG) — There has been at least five shootings in Escambia County in less than a week. Lavon Brown experienced first hand, the impacts of gun violence. She lost her son, Labar Brown, in 2012. “That was the most devastating time of my life,” said Lavon Brown. Now, she and other parents […] → Read More
Since Sunday morning, there have been five instances of gun violence in Escambia County and according to the sheriff’s office at least two are connected by a sort of “beef,” going back to 2020. → Read More
PENSACOLA, Fla. (WKRG) — A proposed ordinance change by Mayor D.C. Reeves could expand Palafox Market to Plaza Ferdinand. For the last 36 years, an ordinance has prohibited events with noise, booths, vendors and stages at Plaza Ferdinand. Mayor Reeves believes they can maintain the history of the park while accommodating the more than 50 vendors […] → Read More
MILTON, Fla. (WKRG) — A proposed rule change would expand the open consumption of alcohol in downtown Milton. The city currently only allows open containers at special events, such as concerts, but local business owner Steve Dobbs thinks the city could benefit from a regular container policy. “We have this gorgeous downtown area, we have […] → Read More
Students from Longleaf Elementary school welcomed Pensacola Blue Wahoos players Griffin Conine and Will Banfield, hitting coach Matt Snyder and their mascot, Kazoo, at Thursday morning's assembly. → Read More
The Florida Highway Patrol said one person died following a four-vehicle crash on US 90, just west of Treasure Bay Circle, according to a release from the FHP. → Read More
PENSACOLA, Fla. (WKRG) — The streets were lined in Downtown Pensacola Monday, with people of all ages coming out in unity to honor Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.. “It’s good to be here today to remember, and to remind us of the dream that he had,” said Pensacola resident Chanique Simpkins. The theme of this years […] → Read More
ESCAMBIA COUNTY, Fla. (WKRG) — The Grid Arcade in Pensacola offers patrons a nostalgic experience with over 30 vintage and retro arcade games. However owner Daniel Demeter hoped to give his patrons the ability to consume alcohol on the premise, but was denied a beer and wine license because of its location. “I’d like to […] → Read More
PENSACOLA, Fla. (WKRG) — Ex-NFL running back Peyton Hillis is off the ventilator and recovering after rescuing children at Pensacola Beach. Hillis was airlifted to a local hospital last week, and was having trouble with his lungs and kidneys. He was placed in the ICU. Hillis’ girlfriend Angela Cole posted an update on Instragram Thursday […] → Read More
The Federal Aviation Administration grounded all flights after a computer outage Wednesday morning. The outages caused a headache for many travelers and left some stranded at Pensacola International Airport. → Read More
PENSACOLA, Fla. (WKRG) — A replica of the Pinta ship that Christopher Columbus sailed in 1492 has arrived in Pensacola. The floating museum is docked at Plaza de Luna on Palafox Street, and will be downtown until January 2022. The 85-foot long boat is home to the crew members who travel and share their knowledge, just […] → Read More
SANTA ROSA COUNTY, Fla. (WKRG) — According to the arrest report of Sunday’s deadly domestic dispute, the statement given by suspect Chloe Davidson did not match the crime scene. Chloe Davidson, 32, was arrested and charged with first-degree felony homicide and second-degree felony weapons offenses. Deputies found Doug Davidson Jr. in the home with a […] → Read More
PENSACOLA, Fla. (WKRG) — The Pensacola Police Department put smiles on the faces of over 20 families in the community Wednesday. The department provided families, that may be in need of some extra help, with Christmas presents at their 15th annual Christmas party. “We’re able to do this for families that officers have met over the […] → Read More