FEMA has approved 7,644 households with group flood insurance policies for three years as part of federal disaster assistance after Hurricane Ian and Hurricane Nicole.The insurance policies are... Read More.
A never before seen photo of Gabby Petito has been released by Attorneys for Gabby Petito’s family. The photo shows blood and marks on her face. The photo was taken by Petito herself... Read More.
ARCADIA, FL —UPDATE -Shooting victim has died from gunshot wound inflicted at DeSoto County Fair Saturday evening. The victim has been identified as Danny Rodriguez Lopez.Arcadia Police and the Sheriff's Office have released few details about the shooting. Police say the incident appears isolated... Read More.
February 2, 2023 – Port Charlotte, FLA North Port man was arrested on several charges, including possession and trafficking cocaine, after failing to stop at a red light late Monday night.On Monday, January 30, 2023, a deputy observed a 2008 Suzuki Forenza fail to... Read More.
UPDATE ON SHOOTING INVESTIGATION
The DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office Criminal Investigative Division (CID) has been working tirelessly on this shooting investigation since it occurred on 1/29/2023. The victim, who was shot through the back/spine, remains hospitalized at... Read More.
PUNTA GORDA — Rachel Syngo, of Punta Gorda has been appointed to The U.S. Department of Agriculture National Watermelon Promotion Board.The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced the appointment of 10 members to serve on the National Watermelon Promotion Board. The appointees from... Read More.
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Governor Ron DeSantis announced that the Hometown Heroes housing assistance program has awarded more than $50 million in down payment and closing cost assistance to Florida’s hometown heroes. The program assists individuals such as law enforcement officers, educators, healthcare professionals, and... Read More.