Charlotte County Opens New Debris Drop-Off Sites in Port Charlotte, Englewood, and Punta Gorda for Storm Cleanup
Charlotte County has added three debris drop-off locations for residents affected by the recent storm. Proof of residency is required, and certain rules apply regarding the type and size of debris.
Manasota Key Emerges from Nature's Fury as Residents and Businesses Return with Support from Charlotte County for Recovery
Manasota Key is reopening to residents and businesses post-disaster, with damage assessments done. Officials warn of remaining debris and advise caution, providing emergency contact information and online resources for community updates.
Charlotte Fire's Heroes Tackle 20,000-Pound Debris to Find Hurricane Helene Victims in North Carolina
Charlotte Fire's Swift Water Rescue Team leads recovery efforts in Yancey County, NC, after Hurricane Helene, facing challenges like massive debris fields and conducting search operations for missing residents.
LabXperior Corporation and Owner Settle for $235K in North Carolina Medicaid Fraud Case Linked to Kickback Scheme
LabXperior Corporation and its owner settled fraud allegations for $235,000 over billing Medicaid for medically unnecessary urine drug tests and participating in a kickback scheme.
Charlotte's Crime Landscape, CMPD Reports Stability in Crime Rates with Rise in Violent Offenses in Third Quarter
Charlotte's Third Quarter Public Safety Report shows a marginal decrease in property crime but a 6% rise in violent crime, with a notable increase in homicides and aggravated assaults.
Duke Energy Leads Power Restoration Efforts in Western Carolinas After Hurricane Helene, with Over 90,000 Still Without Electricity
Duke Energy leads power restoration efforts in the Carolinas post-Hurricane Helene, with significant progress made and ongoing challenges in reaching all affected customers.
Union County Rallies for Lead Poisoning Prevention Week with a Focus on Education and Testing for Children and Pregnant Women
Union County promotes Lead Poisoning Prevention Week, educating the community on the hazards of lead, especially to children and pregnant women, and advising prevention and testing.
Charlotte Hosts "United Against Hate" Film Screening on Pittsburgh Synagogue Shooting to Foster Community Solidarity
A screening of "Repairing the World," a film about the Tree of Life synagogue attack, was held by the U.S. Attorney's Office in North Carolina as part of "United Against Hate" Week.












