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Governor Ron DeSantis’ stay at home EO

Wednesday, April 1

STATE OF FLORIDA OFFICE OF THE GOVERNOR EXECUTIVE ORDER NUMBER 20-91 (Essential Services and Activities During COVID-19 Emergency) WHEREAS, on March 1, 2020, I issued Executive Order 20-51 directing the Florida Department of Health to issue a... Read More.

Motor Unit Competes in Skills Challenge; Brings Home Top Awards

Monday, November 4

Members of the Charlotte County Sheriff's Office Motor Unit competed in the 5th Annual Volusia County Sheriff's Office Motorcycle Skills Challenge this weekend, earning top awards for their efforts. Deputy First Class Leamon Combs... Read More.

Charlotte Co. Officials ‘Still Expect Charges’ Against Alleged Home Invader

Friday, October 11

Police in Charlotte County say they are still expecting to file charges against the man accused in the home invasion that led to the death of a 15-year old. No charges have been filed... Read More.

Port Charlotte Teen Dies Protecting Sister from Home Invader

Wednesday, October 2

The family of a Port Charlotte teenager who was killed while protecting his younger sister during a home invasion says he died a hero. Family spokeswoman Crystal Stone told reporters 15-year-old Khyler Edman was... Read More.

Man Arrested After Allegedly Breaking into Lee Co. Deputy Home

Wednesday, July 24

Lee County deputies arrested a 19-year-old Sunday after he allegedly broke into a Lee County deputy's home and stole a gun. Larry Rada was arrested after a traffic stop at a Mobil gas station... Read More.

Man in Underwear Tries to Break into Sarasota Home with a Hatchett

Thursday, May 30

A man is accused of trying to use a hatchet to break into a Sarasota couple's home and threatening them with the weapon. The couple called 911 just before 10pm Wednesday to report a... Read More.

Bradenton Home a Total Loss

Thursday, May 23

One home was englufed in flames this morning before fire crews arrived to the scene. Around 5:35 a.m. Bradenton’s Fire Department received call about a house fire in the 1400 block of 19th Ave.... Read More.

Car Slams into Home in Lehigh Acres

Monday, May 13

A car slammed into a home in Lehigh Acres this morning. The home & surrounding area were taped off at Leeland Heights Boulevard and Illinois Road. A witness said the car passed... Read More.

Man Wanted in Connection with Venice Home Burglaries

Thursday, May 9

The Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office has released a surveillance video image of a person of interest wanted in connection with at least four home burglaries in Venice. Two of the homes that were robbed... Read More.

Salvation Army Closes on Permanent Home in North Port

Wednesday, May 8

The Salvation Army has closed on a purchase of a 12 acre property in North Port, its first-ever permanent home in the city. The former church property at 14600 Tamiami Trail will eventually be... Read More.