Former U.S. senator from Florida Marco Rubio jumps into new role as secretary of state with flurry of phone calls, planned trip to Panama.

Tuesday is the special congressional primary election in Northwest Florida. District 1 covers Escambia, Santa Rosa, Okaloosa, and part of Walton County. It does not go into Bay County where Jimmy Patronis lives,

Here are some voices and images from a bright, yet chilly neighborhood stroll through snow-covered Panama City on Wednesday.

Tuesday’s winter snowstorm was a historical mark for Florida as it transformed into a winter wonderland. News 13 captured drone footage of the after-effects of the snow in Downtown Panama City. Many move to the state to escape the blistering weather but for Floridians,

Each year we will have six giveaways, 500 at each giveaway, and we’re real excited, it’s been a great opportunity.”

This snow may have been fun to go out and play in, however, it has led to an uptick in injuries seen at HCA Florida Gulf Coast Hospital. Doctors say this is because the snow and ice can be slippery, and people around here aren’t used to these conditions.

Florida State University Panama City has organized a torch run every year since 1989. For more News, Weather, and Sports in Panama City, Florida visit:

A non-profit organization in Panama City is caring for over 150 sea turtles affected by cold shock. The turtles are being gradually warmed up by three to five degrees each day to prevent further shock. This effort is part of a larger initiative to protect and rehabilitate sea turtles in the area.

Panama City Beach residents traded building sandcastles for snowmen on Wednesday. Locals didn’t want to miss out on a rare snow day at the beach. “I honestly

From Pensacola to Jacksonville, snowfall was reported ranging from inches-deep to a light dusting. A whopping 9.8 inches was recorded in Milton, Fla. a city about 23 miles northeast of Pensacola. In nearby Molino, 9.5 inches of snow was recorded.

Florida A&M University (FAMU) and Florida State University (FSU) will cancel classes and suspend normal operations on Tuesday, Jan. 21, and Wednesday, Jan. 22, due to expected wintry precipitation and ice,

Spring break season is approaching. While typically regarded as one of Beach's busiest times of the year, beach safety officials say Beach has become more of a year-round destination. For more News, Weather,