Michigan Army veteran killed in Florida crash while delivering free bikes to kids affected by Hurricane Ian
A Michigan Army veteran and bicycle shop owner, who was in Florida to deliver free bikes to children affected by Hurricane Ian, died in a crash in Punta Gorda. Steven Pringle was hauling a trailer full of bikes when he drove through an intersection that was missing a stop sign due to the hurricane.
A Michigan Army veteran and bicycle shop owner, who was in Florida to deliver free bikes to children affected by Hurricane Ian, died in a crash in Punta Gorda. Steven Pringle was hauling a trailer full of bikes when he drove through an intersection that was missing a stop sign due to the hurricane.
Florida lawmakers gather for special session focusing on property insurance, tax relief
Florida's special legislative session on property insurance begins Monday. State lawmakers will be together for a week-long special session and will be challenged with finding a way to make rates both affordable and available.
Florida's special legislative session on property insurance begins Monday. State lawmakers will be together for a week-long special session and will be challenged with finding a way to make rates both affordable and available.
'Shop with a Cop' in North Port brings holiday spirit to residents impacted by Hurricane Ian
More than 120 kids were picked for the North Port Police Department's “Shop with a Cop” event this year.
More than 120 kids were picked for the North Port Police Department's “Shop with a Cop” event this year.
Local environmental groups help clear waterways of Hurricane Ian debris
When Hurricane Ian destroyed homes along Florida's gulf coast, all that debris went everywhere, including into the water. In Englewood, scrap metal, parts of roofs and so much more are still visible in the water.
When Hurricane Ian destroyed homes along Florida's gulf coast, all that debris went everywhere, including into the water. In Englewood, scrap metal, parts of roofs and so much more are still visible in the water.
City of North Port employee turns City Hall into winter wonderland for Christmas season
A City of North Port staff assistant, who has been with the city for 22 years, has worked each year to put smiles on residents' faces every Christmas season. This year, it's needed even more with so many people still rebuilding after Hurricane Ian.
A City of North Port staff assistant, who has been with the city for 22 years, has worked each year to put smiles on residents' faces every Christmas season. This year, it's needed even more with so many people still rebuilding after Hurricane Ian.
Florida lawmakers set to meet for special session to address ailing property insurance market
The Florida Legislature will meet next week for a special session on property insurance and property tax relief in the wake of damage caused by Hurricane Ian. The state's property insurance system is in turmoil, with six insurers being declared insolvent this year alone. Private companies have dropped hundreds of thousands of customers, forcing them into Citizens, the state's insurer of last resort.
The Florida Legislature will meet next week for a special session on property insurance and property tax relief in the wake of damage caused by Hurricane Ian. The state's property insurance system is in turmoil, with six insurers being declared insolvent this year alone. Private companies have dropped hundreds of thousands of customers, forcing them into Citizens, the state's insurer of last resort.
Rare December tropical disturbance has chance of becoming named storm — but won't impact U.S.
The Atlantic hurricane season may be officially over, but there is a storm brewing out the middle of the ocean – far away from the U.S.
The Atlantic hurricane season may be officially over, but there is a storm brewing out the middle of the ocean – far away from the U.S.
DeSantis says Florida will provide $25M for hurricane victims after FEMA denied state's aid request
After FEMA denied Florida's request for funds to purchase building materials for homes damaged by Hurricane Ian, Gov. DeSantis announced the state will provide $25 million to storm victims: "We're not just going to sit there and take no for an answer," he said.
After FEMA denied Florida's request for funds to purchase building materials for homes damaged by Hurricane Ian, Gov. DeSantis announced the state will provide $25 million to storm victims: "We're not just going to sit there and take no for an answer," he said.
Tampa Bay Rays won’t go to Charlotte County spring training facility due to Hurricane Ian damages
The team usually holds spring training at Charlotte Sports Park in Port Charlotte, but the complex was significantly damaged by Hurricane Ian, county officials said.
The team usually holds spring training at Charlotte Sports Park in Port Charlotte, but the complex was significantly damaged by Hurricane Ian, county officials said.
North Port resident still waiting on insurance company after Hurricane Ian causes major damage to home
Hurricane Ian damaged Sylvia Kennedy's home in North Port more than two months ago, and she's waited patiently ever since for her insurance company to process her claim.
Hurricane Ian damaged Sylvia Kennedy's home in North Port more than two months ago, and she's waited patiently ever since for her insurance company to process her claim.
Hurricane Irma ripped a hole in Shell Key, but that's a good thing
When Hurricane Irma roared through last fall, it caused billions in damages across the state and ripped a hole in one of our barrier islands. But rather than doing damage, it's improved much of the marine environment nearby.
When Hurricane Irma roared through last fall, it caused billions in damages across the state and ripped a hole in one of our barrier islands. But rather than doing damage, it's improved much of the marine environment nearby.
Clearwater elementary students, staff to donate items to Fort Myers elementary school damaged by Hurricane Ian
Lily Pettengil and her fifth-grade classmates in Leila Davis Elementary School's community service "Save Club" ran the show Wednesday morning, working together to separate and place donated items in boxes that will go down south.
Lily Pettengil and her fifth-grade classmates in Leila Davis Elementary School's community service "Save Club" ran the show Wednesday morning, working together to separate and place donated items in boxes that will go down south.
Hurricane Ian recovery efforts continue 2 months later
More than two months after Hurricane Ian swept across Florida, those living in North Port and Venice are still trying to recover.
More than two months after Hurricane Ian swept across Florida, those living in North Port and Venice are still trying to recover.
Today is the last day of the 2022 Atlantic hurricane season
This year’s season fell into the normal predicted range forecast by NOAA, but brought with it two hurricanes, both of which made landfall in Florida.
This year’s season fell into the normal predicted range forecast by NOAA, but brought with it two hurricanes, both of which made landfall in Florida.
Mystery items found on Daytona Beach Shores after beach eroded by Hurricane Nicole
UPDATE: Officials believe the mystery items are that of a merchant ship dating back from the 1800s, state archaeologists visiting the site told FOX 35 News Tuesday.
UPDATE: Officials believe the mystery items are that of a merchant ship dating back from the 1800s, state archaeologists visiting the site told FOX 35 News Tuesday.
Displaced Hurricane Ian victim confined to wheelchair after accident
Hurricane Ian took away a Sarasota County woman's home and her normal way of life. While dealing with the stress of being displaced, a horrible accident confined her to a wheelchair.
Hurricane Ian took away a Sarasota County woman's home and her normal way of life. While dealing with the stress of being displaced, a horrible accident confined her to a wheelchair.
Human waste transforms hurricane debris into superfood for citrus crops
Hurricane Ian left a massive mess in its wake, but the debris will be put to good use.
Hurricane Ian left a massive mess in its wake, but the debris will be put to good use.
Tangled hurricane debris remains, frustrating some residents in rural Polk, Hillsborough counties
Many residents are still waiting for the debris from Hurricane Ian to be picked up from the curbs along Tampa Bay area roadways. Some residents in Polk and Hillsborough counties are growing frustrated.
Many residents are still waiting for the debris from Hurricane Ian to be picked up from the curbs along Tampa Bay area roadways. Some residents in Polk and Hillsborough counties are growing frustrated.
Request denied by FP&L to remove tree from power line on disabled man's home
The city of North Port felt some of the worst of Hurricane Ian’s wrath. It's been seven weeks since the storm, but a homeowner, who has a disability and a limited budget, is worried the tree that fell from an abandoned property onto his home's power lines could eventually catch fire.
The city of North Port felt some of the worst of Hurricane Ian’s wrath. It's been seven weeks since the storm, but a homeowner, who has a disability and a limited budget, is worried the tree that fell from an abandoned property onto his home's power lines could eventually catch fire.
Hometown: North Port's recovery after Hurricane Ian
From first responders answering seemingly endless calls for help at the height of the storm, to city officials working to repair roads and make them stronger for the future, the city of North Port has been through a lot since Hurricane Ian.
From first responders answering seemingly endless calls for help at the height of the storm, to city officials working to repair roads and make them stronger for the future, the city of North Port has been through a lot since Hurricane Ian.