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Florida Lottery Powerball, Lotto, Cash4Life results for July 20, 2024
The Florida Lottery offers several draw games for those hoping to win one of the available jackpots. Here’s a look at the winning numbers for games played on Saturday, July 20, 2024 Winning Powerball numbers from July 20 drawing ...
Families face challenges without loved one’s death certificate after Florida Department of Health hack
HUDSON, Fla. - More than two weeks after a cyberattack on the Florida Department of Health, there are still problems for families trying to deal with the death of a loved one. State lawmakers are calling for a thorough investigation into the ransomware attack, which left the department unable to issue death certificates.
FLHSMV implements legislation requiring driver licenses and identification card numbers to change
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – On July 31, 2024, the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV) will begin implementing legislation that amends Florida Statute 322.14 (1)(a) and requires the distinguishing numbers assigned to a driver license or identification card to include at least four randomly generated numbers. This new system aims to improve security and safeguard individuals’ identities.
Okaloosa County deputy arrests man for breaking into a home, found taking a shower
OKALOOSA COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – On Saturday, the Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office responded to a call about a man who broke into a home in Destin. According to officials, at around 5:30 a.m. 27-year-old Harrison Lee forced his way through a homeowner’s bedroom door. The homeowner quickly ran into a different bathroom and called the […]
Travelers at VPS hit with delays amid worldwide cyber outage
OKALOOSA COUNTY, Fla. (WJHG/WECP) - A widespread faulty software update caused major disruptions for businesses across the globe, including airlines. People at airports across the country faced major delays in their travels, including local airports. At Destin-Fort Walton Beach Airport (VPS), long lines could be seen with people waiting at...
S'mores On The Shore Is Back In Gulf Shores
The City of Gulf Shores will once again host the annual S’mores on the Shore event on Thursday, August 1, at Gulf Place, located at 101 Gulf Shores Parkway. The festivities will start at 6 p.m. and will feature campfires, music, and free s’mores packets. This family-friendly event...
News 13 ABC experiencing major broadcasting issues
PANAMA CITY, Fla. (WMBB) – News 13 is experiencing broadcast issues due to Saturday morning’s storm. News 13 is unavailable to viewers through satellite due to a lightning strike. Our tower cam and phone lines are also down. Between July 20-21, we will be streaming our show live via WOW, Comcast, Hulu, and other platforms. […]
5 weeks away from FSU football's 2024 season opener versus Georgia Tech
Florida State football is inching closer and closer. The Seminoles accomplished an undefeated regular season and a conference championship last season. However, head football coach Mike Norvell and company will be looking to prove the doubters wrong as the College Football Playoff Committee did not allow the Seminoles to compete for a national championship.
Mobile holding disaster recovery planning meeting this week
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - The City of Mobile’s Neighborhood Development Department this week is hosting what it is calling a Disaster Recovery Planning meeting. Officials say the city has received has received $53 million in federal disaster recovery grant funds to further the long-term recovery from Hurricanes Sally and Zeta.
13th Annual Dauphin Street Vault held in Mobile
MOBILE, Ala. (WALA) - If you thought you saw pole vaulters on Dauphin Street Saturday, you weren’t seeing things. The annual Dauphin Street Vault took place downtown on Dauphin Street between Jackson and Joachim streets. Organizers say it’s a pole vault block party, historically held at the end of...
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