Mote Marine Laboratory has a new patient, nicknamed 'Toughy.' The loggerhead sea turtle was found struggling to swim near Knight Island, just south of Stump Pass Inlet in Charlotte County. A passing boater noticed... Read More.

A North Port man has died after a single-car crash in Port Charlotte early on Wednesday morning. According to a report from the Florida Highway Patrol, 25-year old Brian Otero lost control of his... Read More.

A local division of a national homebuilder is the latest to join in developing part of the West Villages in southern Sarasota County. M/I Homes announced this week they plan to build 136 home... Read More.

It's decision time for Gov. Rick Scott. On Wednesday, the Florida Legislature formally delivered the proposed state budget to Scott, who has 15 days to sign or veto the bill. He could also just... Read More.

A North Port business owner has been arrested after exposing himself to a group of 4th graders while they were on a bus. 57-year-old Stephen Fifer was arrested for the May 8th crime on... Read More.

Voters in south Florida are going to get a chance to pick a real "He-Man." State election officials on Tuesday agreed to let Christian "He-Man" Schlaerth qualify for a special election. Schlaerth is joining a crowded... Read More.

Nokomis' newest hotel is finally open. Home2 Suites by Hilton on Albee Road West opened their doors this week. The hotel concept is made for travelers who want to maintain their normal routine. The... Read More.

Testimony gets underway today in a high-profile Charlotte County murder trial. Prosecutors say Michael Russo shot and killed 18-year-old Kyle Farishian two years ago in a botched robbery attempt at a Punta Gorda 7-Eleven... Read More.