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Charlotte County deputies search for suspect in Punta Gorda trailer theft
The Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office is searching for a suspect in a trailer theft in Punta Gorda.

Port Charlotte 19-year-old killed in high-speed I-75 crash in Sarasota County
A 19-year-old Port Charlotte man is dead after a high-speed crash on I-75 in Sarasota County.

Cape Coral man dies after losing control of truck in Charlotte County
According to Florida Highway Patrol, a 45-year-old man from Cape Coral was killed after losing control of his car and colliding with a light pole.

Charlotte County police prepare for active shooter in Florida schools
More than 30 law enforcement units parked outside a Charlotte County school. Not something you see every day. Or want to.
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Morning showers transition into Wednesday afternoon storms
Showers and storms are expected to begin in the mid-morning, particularly to the south in Collier County, before continuing to develop up along the coast into Lee County by the late morning. Storms will continue on and off until the late afternoon.

Will Naples have the Fourth of July fireworks celebration this year?
Naples’ Fourth of July celebration this year might look a little different with the pier closed…if the city decides to host it.

Conviction upheld for roofer who misused COVID relief money
The conviction for the roofer who misused nearly $700,000 of COVID relief money has been upheld.