Author: WENG Newsroom

More Floridians are now eligible for federal disaster assistance after President Donald Trump expanded his Major Disaster Declaration. The federal disaster area now includes individual assistance for residents in Manatee, Sarasota and Charlotte counties.... Read More.

Charlotte Co. Sheriff Bill Prummell is asking for the public's help, looking for the donation -even temporary- of a travel trailer. In a release from his office yesterday, Prummell said there is a team... Read More.

An elderly couple who suffer from dementia has been found, 4 days after last being seen evacuating their Venice home. Silver Alerts were issued Tuesday for Milan and Lucille Yezic, who were headed to... Read More.

Charlotte County has lifted the curfew that was in effect just prior to Hurricane Irma hitting the area. Sheriff Bill Prummell said late yesterday that the curfew order was officially lifted as of 5:15... Read More.

A boil water notice is now in effect for Manasota Key, after water service was restored to the barrier island yesterday. Lower than normal water pressure is to be expected from 6131 Manasota Key... Read More.

A boil water notice is now in effect for Manasota Key, after water service was restored to the barrier island yesterday. Lower than normal water pressure is to be expected from 6131 Manasota Key... Read More.

Five patients died at a Hollywood, FL nursing home, due to heat and fumes, possibly from generators. The deaths occurred at the Rehabilitation Center at Hollywood Hills and police are conducting a criminal investigation... Read More.

The boil water advisory for the City of Venice has been rescinded. This means the water is safe to drink and use for cooking. The following areas are still under a boil water advisory: "... Read More.

Power has now been restored to over 2 million customers in Florida. By late Tuesday, Florida Power & Light Co. had restored power to 2.3 million customers, which was 40 percent of those affected... Read More.

Starting next month, Allegiant Air will begin some new flights to and from Punta Gorda. In October, the budget airline will be adding nonstops to Rochester and Newburgh, New York, Milwaukee, Flint, Michigan and... Read More.