BAKER — A Baker School math teacher has been placed on administrative leave while school district officials investigate a student’s accusation of sexual harassment.
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Crestview police seek missing teen
The Crestview Police Department is looking for 17-year-old Kyle Anthony Scott, a missing juvenile who may be in danger.
Rape suspect arrested; meth lab and handgun found at site
CRESTVIEW — A 29-year-old man wanted for a rape in September was arrested Tuesday night in a mobile home used as a meth lab, the U.S. Marshals Florida Regional Fugitive Task Force has announced.
'Jamaican sheriff' attempts to use sheriff's office for scam
FORT WALTON BEACH — A recent scam has attempted to use resources from the Okaloosa County Sheriff's Office.
Jail employee finds 10 yellow pills in man's wallet
CRESTVIEW – A man being booked into the Okaloosa County Jail on a battery charge was caught with pills in his wallet and now faces two additional charges.
Laurel Hill residents hold fugitive at gunpoint until deputies arrive
CRESTVIEW — A Nov. 6 search for a man who ran while deputies were investigating a suspicious activity call ended when two Laurel Hill residents located him hiding inside their pickup truck and held h…
Crestview man arrested after shooting into home
CRESTVIEW — A 33-year-old man was arrested Friday morning after officers were called to a disturbance call involving shots being fired into a home.
More details emerge on county Christmas party (DOCUMENTS)
FORT WALTON BEACH Okaloosa County Administrator Jim Curry says he welcomes scrutiny of county spending as local and state authorities investigate the Mark Bellinger financial scandal.
Crestview man charged in connection with meth lab
CRESTVIEW — A Crestview man is charged with child abuse and trafficking in methamphetamine.
Morris, Adams to be sentenced for racketeering, money laundering
PENSACOLA — Former Okaloosa County Sheriff Charlie Morris, who tearfully pleaded no contest to state charges of racketeering and money laundering on Feb. 4, 2010, finally will be sentenced today for …