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Charlotte County Sheriff's Office SCAM ALERT We have received several reports of someone claiming to be with our agency and seeking donations for a Shop With A Cop program. The caller identifies himself... Read More.

Coordinated Operation Leads to Multiple Arrests in North Port Retail Theft Crackdown North Port authorities, working closely with the Florida Highway Patrol, have disrupted multiple organized retail theft operations... Read More.

Allegiant Air Adds New Nonstop Routes, Opening More Vacation Getaways for Southwest Florida Travelers Southwest Florida residents now have even more options for affordable, direct flights to... Read More.

Essential Disaster Prep Supplies Now Tax-Free Year-Round in Florida Stocking up for hurricane season just got a little easier on your wallet. As of August 1, Florida residents can... Read More.

Where’s My Bus’ App Launches in SWFL As students head back to school today, parents and students across Southwest Florida have a new tool to help ensure a smooth start to... Read More.

August 7, 2025 – Port Charlotte, FL Charlotte County Sheriff's Office Press ReleaseA 39-year-old man was arrested on multiple lewd and lascivious charges involving a female victim under the age of 16.On Tuesday, August 5, deputies... Read More.

Press Release North Port Police DepartmentOn August 4, 2025, the North Port Police Department’s Special Investigations Unit executed a residential search warrant in the 2000... Read More.

PRESS RELEASE Venice Police Department Venice, FloridaOn Friday, Aug. 1, detectives from the Venice Police Department’s Special Investigations Unit, in coordination with U.S. Homeland Security Investigations, the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, and the North Port... Read More.

Back To School Holiday August 1st thru 31stDuring the Florida Back to School Sales Tax Holiday, which takes place annually from August 1 through August 31, the following items are exempt from Florida sales... Read More.

Charlotte County Warns of Utility Scam Calls Targeting ResidentsJuly 30, 2025 | Charlotte County, FL The Charlotte County Utilities Department is warning residents about... Read More.