Mother of Drowning Victim Won’t Serve Time

An Englewood mother won't face any jail time for the accidental drownind death of her 11-month old son. Sharon Swat was charged with child neglect after she found her young son face down and... Read More.

Venice wants leaseholder for airport property

Venice wants a leaseholder developer for airport property. The city calls the 11 acres the circus arena property. This commercial zone sits in a special planning area called the Southern Gateway Corridor. The city hopes... Read More.

Fossil Fest at Venice Museum Apr. 19

Preparations continue at the Venice Museum for Fossil Fest. The festival takes place Sat., Apr. 19 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. It marks the final Saturday opening for the museum this season. People can... Read More.

CCSO looking for heavy feet in Port Charlotte

The Charlotte County Sheriff's Office has its eye on speeders in Port Charlotte this week. Deputies have the radar guns working on Kings Highway between Highway 41 and Sandhill Boulevard, and on Highway 41 between... Read More.

Crash under investigation in Venice

Venice Police continue investigating an accident from yesterday. The Venice Fire Department and other emergency crews responded to the collision on East Venice Avenue near Auburn Road. The city says firemedics found a man in his... Read More.

Motor Vehicle Offenses Lead to CCSO Drug Arrests

CCSO's Street Crimes Unit arrested two area men on various charged, including cocaine possession, in separate incidents in the Englewood Area. 57-year old Thomas Baggott was stopped for ignoring a red light at... Read More.