During the popular holidays, the city sees more large crowd gatherings, excessive noise, alcohol-related offenses, illegal fireworks and violations related to short-term lodging, officials said.

A northwest Florida city is declaring that its time as a hotspot for spring breakers has come to an end, saying it "can no longer be a Spring Break town." Authorities in Panama City Beach, about 100 ...

The police chief of a Florida beach town is blaming high school students, including many from Georgia, for causing mayhem this spring break —with their parents “nowhere to be seen.” Panama City Beach ...

Panama City Beach Police Chief J.R. Talamantez stated that the city's time as a spring break destination is over. The announcement follows a chaotic spring break season marred by shootings, disorderly ...

Panama City Beach Police Chief J.R. Talamantez stated that the city can no longer be a spring break destination due to increasing challenges and safety concerns. Local residents expressed mixed ...