- The Deepwater Horizon oil spill spreads in the Gulf of Mexico and approaches Northwest Florida beaches, prompting a state of emergency to be declared.
- George Touart campaign supporter Mark Clabaugh is arrested after allegedly attempting to break into political opponent Karen Sindel's home.
- Escambia County Commissioner Gene Valentino (pictured) is indicted by a grand jury for soliciting campaign contributions at his government office.
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