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PORT CHARLOTTE — Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office narcotics detectives raided a Port Charlotte house, charging the occupant with several felony drug charges.

Deputies arrested a woman who they say left two children in a hot car while shopping. The car's interior reached 100 degrees, a police report says.

School District of Lee County students will receive free breakfast and lunch again this year through the district’s participation in the Community Eligibility Program under the National School Lunch/National School Breakfast Programs. The program is offered to every student in the district’s 82 traditional schools,...

LEE COUNTY, Fla. (CBS12) — Sixty people were arrested, over 14 pounds of drugs and over $70,000 have been seized as part of a month-long investigation in Florida aimed at tackling drug-related crime, dubbed Operation Sun Burn. "This team doesn't play; and if you think for a second you're...

Charlotte County Utilities users looking for a hand with the new Paymentus system can breathe a sigh of relief: In-person support sessions are scheduled throughout August. The Charlotte Desoto Building Industry Association on Toledo Blade Boulevard will be the spot where customers can receive guidance on re-enrolling...

Engage Estero is seeking an experienced leader and compassionate visionary to chair a high-impact community initiative that will uplift the physical, emotional, and financial well-being of Greater Estero residents. This is more than a leadership role—it’s an invitation to guide a transformative effort that will leave...

Five people were injured when their boat struck a piling in Charlotte Harbor. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is investigating the incident.

Here is your forecast for Monday, July 28th, 2025. Good morning, Southwest Florida! Get ready for another extremely hot afternoon. We are forecasting highs back in the upper 90s again today. 97° is the forecast and that would tie a record high in Fort Myers and in Punta Gorda after breaking records yesterday in...

The Cape Coral Police Department have arrested a pair of individuals resulting in seizure of illegal drugs. Adrian Juan Berrios, 24, who is currently on pre-trial release for multiple narcotics sale charges, was arrested and charged with possessional of a controlled substance without prescription, possession of a...

One person suffered a suspected minor burn injury, according to Charlotte County Public Safety. The Charlotte County Sheriff's Office found the vessel's owner while coordinating with FWC.