A brush fire in Punta Gorda has led to a full shutdown of US-17 at Bryan Way, creating a haze that’s wreaking havoc on visibility. The fire ignited near Washington Loop Road, and as... Read More.

In a heart-wrenching incident in Arcadia, Ryan Thomas found himself facing the unimaginable after a hit-and-run crash. Riding his motorcycle on Airport Road, Ryan was struck by a pickup truck that didn’t stop. The... Read More.

In DeSoto County this morning, a converted garage home turned into a blazing inferno, putting the lives of six residents at risk. Thankfully, all made it out unscathed, including four children and their two... Read More.

As temperatures drop in Southwest Florida, Iguanaland, the world’s largest reptile zoo, gears up for a chilly challenge. Located just east of Punta Gorda, these unusual creatures rely on temperature to stay comfortable, and... Read More.

Travelers in Southwest Florida are feeling the effects of a winter storm that just won’t quit. With the powerful storm now heading out, the aftermath left at Punta Gorda Airport looked more like a... Read More.

In a jaw-dropping twist of events, Nicholas P. Brown, an assistant principal at Charlotte High School, has landed in serious hot water after a DUI arrest. Early on a Friday morning, witnesses observed Brown’s... Read More.

A sunny day turned tragic off the coast of Englewood when a diver went missing after starting their dive from Manasota Beach. With time ticking away and no sign of the diver by noon,... Read More.

In the early hours of Sunday, a devastating crash claimed the life of an 18-year-old man from Punta Gorda. According to the Florida Highway Patrol, the accident occurred around 1:06 a.m. on Piper Road.... Read More.