Author: Cecilia Lewis

DEBRIS COLLECTION - FINAL PASS Since Sarasota County began collecting debris from Hurricane Ian on Oct. 6, debris contractors have operated from sunup to sundown seven days a week. As of Nov. 21, more than... Read More.

A Port Charlotte woman stepped in front of a Motorcycle last night as she attempted to cross U.S. 41 Saturday evening, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. The incident occurred around 6:30 pm.

Hurricane Ian made our area ripe for scammers who were looking to take advantage of a devastating event. If that wasn't enough local authorities are warning you to watch out for ONLINE scammers... Read More.

The driver who killed Charlotte County Deputy Christopher Taylor on Tuesday had prior DUI. The driver, identified as 30-year-old Cassandra Smith (11/20/92). Cassandra Smith smiled for her mugshot when she was booked into the... Read More.

PUNTA GORDA —  A Charlotte County Sheriff's deputy has been killed during a traffic stop on Interstate 75. Cassandra Smith, 30, of Lakeville, Massachusetts, "was placed under arrest for DUI manslaughter, and is... Read More.

ENGLEWOOD — Authorities are asking for the public's help in locating a black SUV and its driver. The vehicle in question was spotted hitting a pedestrian in Englewood Monday night and leaving the... Read More.

At the request of the State of Florida, Hurricane Ian survivors who... Read More.

North Port Police Department 51-year-old Modero Cruz of North Port has been booked into the Sarasota County Jail charged with the murder of his roommate 43-year-old... Read More.

Sarasota County Sheriff's Office: Port Charlotte, FL – November 18, 2022 On Thursday, November 17, 2022, the Economic Crimes Unit and Criminal Investigations Unit responded to the Winn Dixie, 3280 Tamiami Trail, in reference to an... Read More.