It's deja vu all over again: the Florida Senate today narrowly passed a newly-redrawn congressional district map by a 22-18 vote, with all Democrats and a handful of Republicans in opposition. The map now... Read More.

The search continues for a missing teenager from Port Charlotte. The sheriff's office says 15-year-old Taylor Emmi ran away from his house. It happened the day after his Monday arrest. Authorities had released him to... Read More.

A new twist has come to light on the religious freedom bill recently introduced into the Florida House by Rep. Julio Gonzalez of Venice, who himself is a physician. Not only would private businesses... Read More.

Local health systems have money on their way. The state grants come from the Agency for Healthcare Administration. Charlotte County's health department has nearly $170,000 coming to it. Most of it pertains to dental, but... Read More.

The Florida Dept. of Children and Family Services says the state's system to protect children has failed after two recent deaths in our area. Sec. Mike Carroll went before a state Senate panel late... Read More.

The Florida Dept. of Children and Family Services says the state's system to protect children has failed after two recent death's in our area. Sec. Mike Carroll went before a state Senate panel late... Read More.

Deputies have staked themselves out in Port Charlotte for bad driving. The sheriff's office has announced extra speed enforcement for this week in two areas. The deputies have their radar guns working along Cornelius Boulevard, and... Read More.

A Venice legislator has filed a bill titled "Protection of Religious Freedom," which has many in the LGBT community concerned. Rep. Julio Gonzalez entered the proposal that provides immunity for businesses who refuse services... Read More.