Police open investigation into possible drowning in Honaunau Bay
Mindy Morris, 65, of Panama City, Florida, was transported to Kona Community Hospital, where she was later pronounced dead.
May 12, 2026Open source
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Atlanta rapper arrested for attempted murder of teen at popular beach
Atlanta rapper Jayy Wick was charged with shooting a teen several times in Panama City Beach, Florida.
May 6, 2026Open source
Panama president says port caught in US-China dispute
By Elida Moreno PANAMA CITY, April 30 (Reuters) - Panama President Jose Raul Mulino said his country maintains a positive relationship with China despite bei...
Apr 30, 2026Open source
Long Before the Canal, Global Trade Built Panama City
Long Before the Canal, Global Trade Built Panama City
Apr 29, 2026Open source
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USF launches federal partnership to combat human trafficking across Tampa Bay region
A University of South Florida program officially partnered with federal agents Friday to strengthen strategies against human trafficking.
May 22, 2026Open source
Castro indictment brings hope, heartbreak and skepticism
For Bay of Pigs veterans and the broader Cuban American community in South Florida, Wednesday’s indictment of Raul Castro is stirring both hope and heartbr...
May 20, 2026Open source
UF researchers warn 4 Bay Area counties could face highest strawberry disease risk from predicted El Niño
Strawberry season may have wrapped up, but scientists are looking ahead to the predicted El Niño weather pattern this year, which brings a higher chance for...
May 17, 2026Open source
Florida’s new congressional map splits up Black voters in Tampa Bay
Black leaders worry the new districts further dilute voting power.
May 12, 2026Open source
Florida woman dies in possible drowning in South Kona
A Florida woman died Saturday in an apparent drowning at Honaunau Bay in South Kona.
May 12, 2026Open source
Florida woman dies after snorkeling incident at Hōnaunau Bay
Police are investigating the possible drowning of a 65-year-old Florida woman who died after a snorkeling incident at Hōnaunau Bay on Saturday, May 9, 2026.
May 12, 2026Open source
ICE told Florida police to seek approval before sharing records, report says
Tampa Bay departments say they received the directive, which critics say may violate transparency laws.
May 11, 2026Open source
Concierge Company Aims To Help Employers Welcome New Talent To Tampa Bay
A new concierge company is designed to support recruiting and HR teams as they hire and relocate talent to St. Pete and the Tampa Bay area.
May 11, 2026Open source
Gov. DeSantis signs into law cracking down on foreign influence Before DeSantis signed the bill at the Bay...
Before DeSantis signed the bill at the Bay of Pigs Museum & Library in Miami, he took time to comment on Cuba, saying Florida needs a "good neighbor...
May 9, 2026Open source
DeSantis signs new law on foreign influence at Bay of Pigs museum in Miami
Gov. Ron DeSantis stopped at the Bay of Pigs Museum & Library on Friday in Miami’s Little Havana.
May 9, 2026Open source
NFL Hall of Famer Warren Sapp charged with obstructing Hollywood City Hall staff
HOLLYWOOD, FLA. (WSVN) - NFL Hall of Famer and Tampa Bay Buccaneers legend Warren Sapp is facing legal troubles in South Florida after bodycam videoRead More
May 8, 2026Open source
Watch live: Gov. Ron DeSantis holds news conference at Bay of Pigs Museum & Library
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is holding a news conference Friday at the Bay of Pigs Museum & Library in Miami.
May 8, 2026Open source
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Ivory Coast teenager Yan Diomande took a whirlwind path from a Florida high school to the World Cup
In two years, Yan Diomande has gone from playing at a Florida high school to facing the likes of Real Madrid, Barcelona and Bayern Munich. Now the winger is...
May 19, 2026Open source
Top soccer talent Yan Diomande took a ‘crazy’ path from a Florida high school to the World Cup
By JAMES ELLINGWORTH Yan Diomande has had a “crazy life” and he’s still only 19. In two years, Diomande has gone from playing at a Florida high school...
May 19, 2026Open source
Video of manta ray capture drew outrage. Florida may continue allowing it
The wildlife commission votes this week on a rule that still allows catching manta rays for aquariums. Lawmakers are pushing back.
May 12, 2026Open source
As Florida voters gripe about traffic, GOP embraces ‘growth management’
Republican gubernatorial front-runner Byron Donalds says he’ll address concerns he’s hearing about growth, but leaves out the role his party played in ge...
May 12, 2026Open source
UCF grads boo commencement speaker’s pro-AI message
. Gloria Caulfield, commencement speaker for the University of Central Florida, reacts as graduates boo loudly, following her remarks about AI being the...
May 12, 2026Open source
State rests its case in Collier County attempted murder trial
The trial centers on defendants Rebecca Gabay and Ryan Toranzo, who are accused in connection to the June 1, 2023, shooting along Immokalee Road.
May 5, 2026Open source
South Floridians react as protests erupt in Havana over Raúl Castro indictment
Thousands gathered outside the U.S. Embassy in Havana on Friday to protest the Justice Department’s indictment of former Cuban President Raul Castro, while...
May 23, 2026Open source
South Floridians react as protests erupt in Havana over Raúl Castro indictment
Thousands gathered outside the U.S. Embassy in Havana on Friday to protest the Justice Department’s indictment of former Cuban President Raul Castro, while...
May 23, 2026Open source
The oldest Red Lobster location is closing after 56 years
The oldest continuously operating Red Lobster seafood restaurant, located in Tallahassee, Florida, will officially close on May 24.
May 20, 2026Open source
Allegiant adds new routes to Florida from Philadelphia, Trenton airports
Allegiant is adding eight new nonstop routes to Florida, including service from Philadelphia International Airport to St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport
May 19, 2026Open source
Man shot by JSO charged with kidnapping, aggravated assault, domestic battery
A Jacksonville man who was shot by police and arrested on Thursday was charged with first-degree kidnapping with intent to inflict bodily harm, aggravated as...
May 18, 2026Open source
18 patients hospitalized during Ironman Jacksonville, including 7 cyclists: JFRD
According to numbers released Monday by the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department, nearly 60 EMS calls were made during the weekend’s IRONMAN Jacksonvill...
May 18, 2026Open source
'Go Waves': Jacksonville Waves debut to sold-out crowd, marking new era in city sports
Fans packed VyStar Veterans Memorial Arena for the Waves' historic inaugural game. The debut highlights the growing popularity of women's athletics nationwide.
May 16, 2026Open source
'He should come forward': Sister of Jacksonville hit-and-run victim says threats continue amid suspect search
The sister of Savana Pendarvis, the 27-year-old killed in a hit-and-run on University Blvd., says she wants justice as the suspect remains at large for months.
May 16, 2026Open source
Club visits UNF Botanical Gardens May 6
Members and guests of the Garden Club of Baker County recently visited the University of North Florida campus and were treated to a personalized tour of the...
May 14, 2026Open source
Florida woman faces federal charges for production, distribution of child pornography
26-year-old Alachua County woman has been indicted on 23 federal charges involving the production, distribution, and possession of child pornography.
May 13, 2026Open source
Florida lawmakers return to Tallahassee to pass long-delayed state budget
Florida lawmakers have returned to Tallahassee for a second special session to pass a long-overdue state budget after talks broke down in March.
May 13, 2026Open source
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Panama City is in Bay County, Florida.
Region: North Florida
ZIP Codes
32401, 32402, 32403, 32404, 32405, 32406, 32408, 32409, 32411, 32412, 32417
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Memorial Day weekend: Events, ceremonies and parties in Central Florida
Central Florida is hosting Memorial Day ceremonies, races and community events this weekend.
May 24, 2026Open source
Humid morning before showers and storms this afternoon in Central Florida | May 24th
Track the hour-by-hour forecast and when you may need to move holiday plans indoors.
May 24, 2026Open source
Florida middle school teacher fired after video shows her hanging Black baby doll The video, recorded by a...
The video, recorded by a 14-year-old student at Barrington Middle School in Lithia, about 20 to 25 miles southeast of Tampa, has racked up hundreds of thousa...
May 23, 2026Open source
THC beverages gain popularity in South Florida, but new rule could curb growth
A new provision, set to take effect in November, would change how THC limits are measured — shifting from a percentage-based threshold to a strict milligra...
May 23, 2026Open source
Hot and humid for South Florida this Memorial Day weekend We could see small, pop-up showers throughout the...
We could see small, pop-up showers throughout the holiday weekend.
May 23, 2026Open source
Payment dispute resolved after couple proves pest control bill was paid
In the 12 years that James Leone and his wife have been snowbirds in Florida, he says he has never worried about bugs in his mobile home because it is treate...
May 23, 2026Open source
'Son, you did it': Florida mother accepts late son’s diploma at graduation ceremony
"Son, you did it!" | Six months after her was shot and killed at work in Florida, his mother walked across the stage to accept his high school diploma in his...
May 23, 2026Open source
'Son, you did it': Florida mother accepts late son’s diploma at graduation ceremony
"Son, you did it!" | Six months after her was shot and killed at work in Florida, his mother walked across the stage to accept his high school diploma in his...
May 23, 2026Open source
South Floridians react as protests erupt in Havana over Raúl Castro indictment
Thousands gathered outside the U.S. Embassy in Havana on Friday to protest the Justice Department’s indictment of former Cuban President Raul Castro, while...
May 23, 2026Open source
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