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Man airlifted after motor bike accident
After wrecking his dirt bike on a MotoBros track, an Okeechobee man was airlifted Lawnwood Hospital. more
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Boy slips cuffs, attacks second youth in courthouse
A teen stands accused of attacking a second youth in the courthouse prior to court proceedings. more
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Semi plows through railroad crossing
A semi-truck hauling two trailers plowed through the crossing arm of the train tracks on Southeast 86 th Boulevard last week. more
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Hendry County Arrests
The following individuals were arrested on felony or driving under the influence (DUI) charges by the Hendry County Sheriff’s Office (HCSO), the Clewiston City Police Department (CPD), the … more
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Mission BBQ PSL serves OPD
Mission BBQ PSL treats City Police to “Thanks for Serving” Lunch
Mission BBQ Port St Lucie threw a "Thanks-for-Serving" lunch for the Okeechobee Police Department... more
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Woman claims her body produced the alcohol
After allegedly failing a roadside sobriety test, an Okeechobee woman told the deputy her own stomach produces alcohol. more
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Man found asleep at the wheel charged with DUI
After he was allegedly found sleeping behind the wheel of his running vehicle, an Okeechobee man was arrested and charged with DUI. more
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Abducted 4-year-olds located safely
During the evening hours of Wednesday, Nov. 27, two 4-year-old boys were abducted when a friend of the family... more
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OPD delivers Thanksgiving joy to families in need
The OPD brightened the Thanksgiving season for families in need by delivering groceries throughout the city. more
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Horse thefts keep horse owners on alert
With area horse owners on edge over the threat of horse thieves in the area, it was not a surprise for 911 operators... more
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Pedestrian injured while crossing street
While attempting to cross the road, a 69-year-old man was struck by a car... more
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Glades County Commission considers options for new jail
Changes in U.S. immigration policy may impact Glades County Sheriff’s Office operations. more
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FWC recovers 37 stolen gold coins from 1715 fleet shipwrecks
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) has successfully recovered 37 gold coins stolen.... more
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Deputies crack down on red light runners
On Nov. 11, the Okeechobee County Sheriff’s Office (OCSO) conducted Operation Red Light from 7 to 11 a.m. more
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Falling asleep at the wheel can have serious consequences
For the second time, an Okeechobee woman was accused of reckless driving and pulled over by a law enforcement officer. more
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Local reacts to sentence for murder
Okeechobee resident Jerry Farquhar was outraged when he heard the sentence for the man convicted of killing Laken Riley in Athens, Ga. more
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Hendry County Arrest Report
The following individuals were arrested on felony or DUI charges by HCSO, CPD, FHP, FWC, and DOC. more
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Two accused of theft of 110 used tires
Two employees of Liberty Tire Recycling were reportedly meeting a man in Okeechobee to sell used tires ... more
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Don't be a Turkey; Drive Safe and Arrive Alive this Thanksgiving!
Ensuring safe road travel is essential for a successful holiday. more
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This dog was one of 47 animals rescued from a hoarding situation in Kissimmee River Estates.
Animals rescued from hoarding situation in Kissimmee River Estates
What started out as an eviction turned into a rescue operation in the southeast corner of Highlands County Tuesday afternoon. more
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