WEAR-TV (Pensacola, FL)

WEAR is a television station located in Florida and serves as an ABC affiliate, operated by Sinclair Broadcast Group. Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc. is recognized as one of the largest and most varied television broadcasting firms in the United States. Currently, Sinclair manages, programs, or offers sales services for 163 television stations across 77 markets, pending any ongoing transactions. The Sinclair television network has a reach of about 38.7% of television households in the U.S. and includes affiliates for major networks like FOX, ABC, MyTV, CW, CBS, NBC, Univision, and Azteca.

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The search for Tiffany Daniels continues 12 years later with new information

6 days ago | weartv.com | Samantha Serbin

PENSACOLA, Fla. -- Tiffany Daniels disappeared in Pensacola in 2013. Her family originally thought she had become a victim of human trafficking, but new information in the case says otherwise. "They've recently uncovered some things..." a family member tells WEAR News. Find out where new information is leading private investigators in the search for Tiffany Daniels on Thursday, April 24 at 6 p.m.
Florida bills target encrypted social media to protect minors from predators

1 week ago | weartv.com | Samantha Serbin

PENSACOLA, Fla. -- A pair of bills working their way through the Florida legislation are taking aim at encrypted messages on social media. While their focus is on protecting minors from sexual predators, prosecutors say this could help them send other criminals to prison too. Senate Bill 868 and House Bill 743 are one in the same -- they have the intention of protecting Florida's kids, specifically the ones being targeted by predators. "We see it every day in our sex crimes unit.
Florida ranked among top states for investors and startups, generating $57 billion in 2024

1 week ago | weartv.com | Tanner Stewart

ESCAMBIA COUNTY, Fla. -- A new report from an investment publication lists Florida as the one of the best states in the nation for investors and startup companies. According to "Broker-Chooser," Florida generated $57 billion in 2024 from more than 40,000 investors. California, New York and Texas have far more the amount of investment coming in than Florida. But when it comes to tourism and real estate, this state is still going strong.
Protests outside of Baldwin Co. event hosting U.S. Rep. Barry Moore

1 week ago | weartv.com | Aubrey Spears

FOLEY, Ala. (SBG — Two groups were protesting on Thursday outside a South Baldwin Chamber of Commerce event at the Foley Civic Center. The chamber hosted a “Leadership Series” luncheon featuring U.S. Rep. Barry Moore (R-Enterprise). Members of the Baldwin County Democratic Party were protesting Moore’s votes supporting President Donald Trump’s agenda. The Baldwin County Republican Party also gathered outside the event for an “America First” rally in support of Moore. NBC 15 News at 5 and 6
Protests outside of Baldwin Co. event hosting U.S. Rep. Barry Moore

1 week ago | weartv.com | Aubrey Spears

The chamber hosted a “Leadership Series” luncheon featuring U.S. Rep. Barry Moore (R-Enterprise). Dozens gathered outside the Foley Civic Center. “Baldwin County citizens and the voters in congressional district 1 have reached a tipping point where we are willing to come out on the streets and say no to the Trump dictatorial regime,” said Robyn Monaghan, executive chair of the Baldwin County Democrats.
Biden returns to spotlight as Democrats try to counter Trump

1 week ago | weartv.com | Austin Denean

TOPICS:BidenDemocratsTrumpSocial SecurityElectionsApproval ratingsPolitical partyMidtermsFormer President Joe Biden’s reemergence from a post-presidential step-back from the spotlight has renewed questions about the future of the Democratic Party as its leaders figure out what direction to move in after the 2024 elections saw the party get swept out of power amid slumping approval ratings and discontent about the direction of the country from voters.
DeSantis faces backlash over 'going native' comment directed at Rep. Salzman

1 week ago | weartv.com | Tanner Stewart

ESCAMBIA COUNTY, Fla. -- Comments made during Gov. Ron Desantis' press conference on Tuesday have sparked backlash in the Native American community. DeSantis lashed out against Rep. Michelle Salzman, referring to her as "going native." The comments are raising questions about what the governor meant by that. Salzman says she thought the comment topped all of the criticism she faced on Tuesday.
UPDATE: Gas leak secured in Downtown Pensacola, evacuated nursing home residents return

1 week ago | weartv.com | Brent Kearney

TOPICS:Gas linePensacolaEvacuatedRoads closedTarragonaGregory streetsAlternative routeBusinessesUPDATE - NOONPENSACOLA, Fla. -- The gas leak in Downtown Pensacola was secured around noon Wednesday after a couple hours. The city says a contractor working for FDOT mistakenly struck the gas line. The fire department says that caused the gas to spew out of the four-inch main. Fifty-four residents from the Wesley Haven Villa were evacuated because of the gas leak.
'We are not tolerating indoctrination camps': DeSantis vows conservative overhaul of UWF

1 week ago | weartv.com | Hannah James

ESCAMBIA COUNTY, Fla. -- Gov. Ron DeSantis renewed his attacks on the University of West Florida, calling it an "indoctrination camp" with "Marxist professors.""University of West Florida, buckle up, you're going to see a lot of changes there for the better," said DeSantis. DeSantis made promises to a crowd at Pensacola State College that the University of West Florida will see conservative reform.
Dispatchers hailed as lifeline amid shortage at Fort Walton Beach Police Department

1 week ago | weartv.com | Samantha Serbin

FORT WALTON BEACH, Fla. -- They take your calls during times of emergency but they rarely see the resolution. 911 dispatchers are being celebrated as part of "National Public Safety Telecommunications Week."It's a tough job, which is why agencies, like the Fort Walton Beach Police Department, are in need of dispatchers. Currently down two full-time workers, staff say they're having to bring in others to help bear the 24/7 load.