Feb 04, 2026
Wednesday, February 4th: Below are the top stories WTXL ABC 27 is following around The Big Bend, South Georgia, nationally, and your forecast1) Ali Gilmore cold case remains unsolved 20 years after vanishing from Tallahassee. Gi lmore, a pregnant woman, disappeared from her Tallahassee home on February 2, 2006, after receiving a midnight phone call from Dwight Aldridge, believed to be the father of her unborn child. Twenty years later, Tallahassee police continue actively investigating this cold case, which remains one of their largest case files. Ali Gilmore cold case remains unsolved 20 years after vanishing from Tallahassee2) Georgia lawmakers propose new restrictions on food stamp purchases. A new bill in the Georgia Legislature could significantly change what thousands of Lowndes County families can purchase with their food assistance benefits, sparking debate over nutrition versus accessibility. Georgia lawmakers propose new restrictions on food stamp purchases3) "I don't want to feel dirty": Leon County mobile home residents have not had running water for days. Families at a Leon County mobile home park have been without running water for 5 days. One resident who needs dialysis says she can't even shower. Leon County mobile home residents without water for 5 days struggle with basic needs4) Critics say Florida went too far after 22-ballot initiatives fall short. Florida voters technically have the power to place constitutional amendments directly on the ballot, but a new 2025 law is fueling debate over whether that right has become too difficult to use. Critics say Florida went too far after 22 ballot initiatives fall short5) Wednesday Forecast: You can expect rain to impact your area today with some overcast skies in most areas in the mid 50s, while areas with clearer skies are in the low-40s. The temperature will be in the low 60s throughout the day and tonight, as rain will fall with a chance of scattered thunder. First to Know Meteorologist Ryan Gold has the details below. First To Know Weather - Showers all day long (2-4-2026)Want to see more local news? Visit the WTXL ABC 27 Website.Stay in touch with us anywhere, anytime.Like us on FacebookFollow us on Instagram and X. ...read more read less
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