New fiscal year, new rules in Florida
Florida lawmakers passed 279 bills during this year's session.Of those, 161 of them take effect today.These affect many aspects of the Sunshine State, including school choice, rape kit testing, and tax cuts.
Author: WENG Newsroom
Englewood man pleads guilty in son’s death
An Englewood man has pleaded guilty in the death of his six-year-old son.Rick Dearman has admitted to aggravated manslaughter.His son Jimmy died on Christmas Eve last year after authorities say he and his girlfriend... Read More.
CCSO announces placement of deputies for next week’s speed enforcement
The Charlotte County Sheriff's Office has announced where to find deputies with radar guns next week.Law enforcement more heavily enforces speed limits on two roads: Lakeview Boulevard in Port Charlotte, and Jones Loop Road... Read More.
CCSO closes offices for holiday Monday
The Charlotte County Sheriff's Office reminds everyone that its administrative headquarters and four district offices close for the Fourth of July on Monday.The offices reopen Tuesday morning at 8 o'clock.The county jail has no... Read More.
Past rape allegations lead to Cape Coral detective’s resignation
A Cape Coral detective has quit his job at the police department.The department has already suspended Kordelle McKissack, but he has now admitted in federal court that he left his last job because of... Read More.
Crash briefly (and partially) shuts down I-75 in Punta Gorda
Part of I-75 northbound in Punta Gorda shut down midday following a crash.The sheriff's office says it happened near Jones Loop Road.It also says it involved a semi truck.Deputies worked with the highway patrol... Read More.
North Port man charged with 35 counts of animal cruelty
A North Port man faces 35 counts of animal cruelty.The sheriff's office has accused 60-year-old Andrew Gerberich of failing to provide enough food, water, and medical care for 35 cats in his home.Animal Services... Read More.
Coast Guard preaches safety for this weekend
The Coast Guard wants boaters in the region to use caution this holiday weekend after recent incidents.These incidents include the disappearance of a family of four off the coast near Englewood, as well as... Read More.
Punta Gorda makes Wayfair list of best backyard bash spots
One of the world's largest online destinations for home furnishings and decor has announced the best places for a backyard party this summer.Wayfair has named several places from Florida in its top 20.These include... Read More.
Man recovering from shooting in N. Fort Myers
Authorities expect a man to survive yesterday's shooting in North Fort Myers.Sheriff's deputies responded to the shooting at a Higgins Road home near Bayshore and Twin Brooks roads.They say an unidentified man sleeping inside... Read More.