Storm Tracking: Hurricane Beryl, Tropical Storm Chris and Invest 96LFlash flood causes storm drainage concerns for Naples couple
the weather authority Storm Tracking: Hurricane Beryl, Tropical Storm Chris and Invest 96L The Weather Authority has been tracking major Hurricane Beryl, Tropical Storm Chris and Invest 96L in the Atlantic.
NAPLES Flash flood causes storm drainage concerns for Naples couple The rain chronicles continue in Southwest Florida. The constant rainfall has caused several roadways, homes, and businesses to flood.
FORT MYERS Palm Beach Boulevard turns to flooded waterway due to flooding As Southwest Florida experiences heavy rainfall, road conditions have been severely impacted, turning areas like Palm Beach Boulevard into a waterway.
THE WEATHER AUTHORITY Scattered rain and storms for your Monday afternoon The Weather Authority is tracking scattered rain storms throughout this Monday afternoon and evening, with temperatures hitting the low 90s.
WINK NEWS The Freedom Month Sales Tax Holiday officially begins Starting on July 1, the Freedom Month Sales Tax Holiday will allow consumers to purchase various items without paying a sales tax.
Locals react to the Trump and Biden debate In Southwest Florida, the first presidential debate is still fresh on many people’s minds, and opinions differ on which candidate did better.
NORTH FORT MYERS Injured eagle found on busy road in North Fort Myers Eagles have a special place here in southwest Florida. Whether it’s the Southwest Florida eagle cam nest that many tune into during eagle mating season or eagles being cared for and rehabilitated by CROW.
The Weather Authority Beryl strengthens to first major hurricane of 2024; reaches Category 4 The Weather Authority is tracking is tracking three tropical systems.
NAPLES Suspect arrested after leading police on chase A suspect has been arrested after leading Collier County deputies on a chase overnight.
SANIBEL Hurricane Preparedness for RV and Trailer Homes The city of Sanibel has released new information for RV and trailer owners for hurricane season.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA The Weather Authority: Increased chances for showers and storms in the afternoon and evening Temperatures will be a couple of degrees cooler due to cloud cover.
Tracking domestic violence calls in Collier County Domestic violence: it’s one of Collier County’s best-kept secrets.
NAPLES Naples practice comes under fire from a former employee A Naples dermatology practice acknowledges it had issues when it first opened two years ago but says those issues are now behind them.
IMMOKALEE Jaguars RB D’Ernest Johnson hosts football camp in Immokalee Jacksonville Jaguars RB D’Ernest Johnson returned to his hometown of Immokalee for football camp.
CAPE CORAL Locals gather to protect Jaycee Park We will not quit: that is what people are saying who don’t want Jaycee Park in Cape Coral to change.
the weather authority Storm Tracking: Hurricane Beryl, Tropical Storm Chris and Invest 96L The Weather Authority has been tracking major Hurricane Beryl, Tropical Storm Chris and Invest 96L in the Atlantic.
NAPLES Flash flood causes storm drainage concerns for Naples couple The rain chronicles continue in Southwest Florida. The constant rainfall has caused several roadways, homes, and businesses to flood.
FORT MYERS Palm Beach Boulevard turns to flooded waterway due to flooding As Southwest Florida experiences heavy rainfall, road conditions have been severely impacted, turning areas like Palm Beach Boulevard into a waterway.
THE WEATHER AUTHORITY Scattered rain and storms for your Monday afternoon The Weather Authority is tracking scattered rain storms throughout this Monday afternoon and evening, with temperatures hitting the low 90s.
WINK NEWS The Freedom Month Sales Tax Holiday officially begins Starting on July 1, the Freedom Month Sales Tax Holiday will allow consumers to purchase various items without paying a sales tax.
Locals react to the Trump and Biden debate In Southwest Florida, the first presidential debate is still fresh on many people’s minds, and opinions differ on which candidate did better.
NORTH FORT MYERS Injured eagle found on busy road in North Fort Myers Eagles have a special place here in southwest Florida. Whether it’s the Southwest Florida eagle cam nest that many tune into during eagle mating season or eagles being cared for and rehabilitated by CROW.
The Weather Authority Beryl strengthens to first major hurricane of 2024; reaches Category 4 The Weather Authority is tracking is tracking three tropical systems.
NAPLES Suspect arrested after leading police on chase A suspect has been arrested after leading Collier County deputies on a chase overnight.
SANIBEL Hurricane Preparedness for RV and Trailer Homes The city of Sanibel has released new information for RV and trailer owners for hurricane season.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA The Weather Authority: Increased chances for showers and storms in the afternoon and evening Temperatures will be a couple of degrees cooler due to cloud cover.
Tracking domestic violence calls in Collier County Domestic violence: it’s one of Collier County’s best-kept secrets.
NAPLES Naples practice comes under fire from a former employee A Naples dermatology practice acknowledges it had issues when it first opened two years ago but says those issues are now behind them.
IMMOKALEE Jaguars RB D’Ernest Johnson hosts football camp in Immokalee Jacksonville Jaguars RB D’Ernest Johnson returned to his hometown of Immokalee for football camp.
CAPE CORAL Locals gather to protect Jaycee Park We will not quit: that is what people are saying who don’t want Jaycee Park in Cape Coral to change.
the weather authority Storm Tracking: Hurricane Beryl, Tropical Storm Chris and Invest 96L The Weather Authority has been tracking major Hurricane Beryl, Tropical Storm Chris and Invest 96L in the Atlantic. NAPLES Flash flood causes storm drainage concerns for Naples couple The rain chronicles continue in Southwest Florida. The constant rainfall has caused several roadways, homes, and businesses to flood. FORT MYERS Palm Beach Boulevard turns to flooded waterway due to flooding As Southwest Florida experiences heavy rainfall, road conditions have been severely impacted, turning areas like Palm Beach Boulevard into a waterway. THE WEATHER AUTHORITY Scattered rain and storms for your Monday afternoon The Weather Authority is tracking scattered rain storms throughout this Monday afternoon and evening, with temperatures hitting the low 90s. WINK NEWS The Freedom Month Sales Tax Holiday officially begins Starting on July 1, the Freedom Month Sales Tax Holiday will allow consumers to purchase various items without paying a sales tax. The Weather Authority Beryl strengthens to first major hurricane of 2024; reaches Category 4 The Weather Authority is tracking is tracking three tropical systems. Locals react to the Trump and Biden debate In Southwest Florida, the first presidential debate is still fresh on many people’s minds, and opinions differ on which candidate did better. NORTH FORT MYERS Injured eagle found on busy road in North Fort Myers Eagles have a special place here in southwest Florida. Whether it’s the Southwest Florida eagle cam nest that many tune into during eagle mating season or eagles being cared for and rehabilitated by CROW. NAPLES Suspect arrested after leading police on chase A suspect has been arrested after leading Collier County deputies on a chase overnight. SANIBEL Hurricane Preparedness for RV and Trailer Homes The city of Sanibel has released new information for RV and trailer owners for hurricane season. Gulfshore Business View all Punta Gorda Waterfront Hotel demolition set for July 8 After numerous delays, the demolition of Punta Gorda Waterfront Hotel will begin next month. Interior demolition will start July 8, attorney Derek Rooney, who represents property owner Amer Asmar, told the Punta Gorda Code Enforcement Board on June 26. Visitors to Charlotte County up 26% amid plans to entice more There was a 26% increase in visitors to Charlotte County for the second fiscal quarter, January through March 2024, and the Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach Visitor & Convention Bureau is planning ways to direct more to the county’s attractions. Herc Rentals expands with new Fort Myers location As construction projects across Southwest Florida continue, Herc Rentals needed to expand to meet the demand for its equipment. Collier workforce housing, vet nursing home inching forward An affordable workforce housing project on the Golden Gate Golf Course that was granted an extension in May by Collier County commissioners received Department of Housing and Urban Development approval, with construction expected to begin this fall. Charlotte County home prices slip in May while some areas retained strength Single-family homes for sale in Charlotte County experienced more price reductions in May, while in some areas selling prices remained steady. Meanwhile, condominium and townhome prices decreased amid rising HOAs based on assessments from hurricane damage coupled with an inventory buildup. Taylor Morrison opens Bella Via condo complex in Port Charlotte National home builder Taylor Morrison is continuing its expansion into Charlotte County with new condominium development Bella Via located on Collina Way in Port Charlotte. Colorado developer settles lawsuit with Naples Six months after suing the city of Naples, an Aspen-based developer agreed to settle, paving the way for a luxury mixed-use project featuring condominiums, boutique retailers and restaurants that will serve as a gateway to downtown. Latest local news delivered to your inbox daily. Investigations Naples practice comes under fire from a former employee A Naples dermatology practice acknowledges it had issues when it first opened two years ago but says those issues are now behind them. LCSO searching for Three Oaks Park fatal shooter, suspected to be male The Lee County Sheriff’s Office said that it is making progress in the search for the suspect who shot and killed a young man in Three Oaks Park early Thursday. Florida Attorney General’s Office sent nearly $71,000 to a suspected imposter Anyone can fall victim to cyber attacks, including the government. The Florida Attorney General’s Office paid nearly $71,000 to someone pretending to be from a law firm they worked with. Now the Office is trying to get its money back. Former battalion chief files lawsuit after losing job over failed drug test A former Collier County EMS employee allegedly maliciously discriminated against when he was terminated. Work quality issues and extra costs: contractor frustrates families while facing legal battles Families have complained about poor work quality and enormous cost overages, all before moving into their dream home. State News View all The Freedom Month Sales Tax Holiday officially begins Starting on July 1, the Freedom Month Sales Tax Holiday will allow consumers to purchase various items without paying a sales tax. State Representative Spencer Roach reflects on his time in office Many of you will soon have to find new Florida House Representative. Tucker’s Promise: a non-profit teaching children how to swim Losing a child is every parent’s worst nightmare, and this family is finding a way to give back. 4 suspected Ulta Beauty thieves arrested after fleeing from Collier deputies Four Tampa residents have been arrested after allegedly stealing from a Naples Ulta Beauty store and then leading deputies on a chase. State turns down additional federal funds for summer feeding programs The state of Florida is turning down Federal funding that would provide extra cash to feed kids this summer, leaving local summer feeding programs in a tough spot. Health & Medical View all New treatment for Hodgkin lymphoma shows promise A new treatment is turning the body against the deadly cells, giving more hope to people battling this disease. FL researchers testing Zika virus to fight childhood brain cancer Neuroblastoma is one of the deadliest childhood cancers. Now, a team of researchers out of Nemours Children’s Hospital in Orlando are taking a novel approach to wipe out disease. Their studies involve the use of the Zika virus. Protect yourself from mosquito-borne illnesses Mosquitoes, though small, pose a significant health risk by spreading diseases, like malaria and dengue fever. “Trust me, without medications, I do not feel well at all” – Locals feel the pinch of diabetes drug shortage Like millions of Americans monitoring their blood sugar, Lee Quick is diabetic. For almost two decades, the Cape Coral man has relied on medications to manage his type 2 disease. The silent disease; man survives liver disease More than a hundred million people in the U.S. are living with some form of liver disease, and some stats say that almost 80 million of them don’t even know they have it. How old is old? Depends on who you ask The perception of when old age starts is a moving target according to new research. As we age, most people tend to push the number back further and further. The Environment View all Southwest Florida invests billions in beach nourishment projects post-Hurricane Ian Are the billons of dollars spent on sand worth the giant piles of sand and dirt laying right next to beach chairs? Man accused of owning illegal gambling businesses in Englewood A man has been arrested after allegedly running two illegal gambling businesses in Englewood. Cape Coral hosts more FEMA hearings Red tags are rearing their ugly head. Cape Coral homeowners who were slapped with these tags and found non-compliant with city code permits are back to defend themselves. WINK Sports View all Jaguars RB D’Ernest Johnson hosts football camp in Immokalee Jacksonville Jaguars RB D’Ernest Johnson returned to his hometown of Immokalee for football camp. Jabari Irons earns spot at United World Wrestling Beach World Series Jabari Irons wins at Carolina Beach Nationals to secure a spot in the United World Wrestling Beach World Series. Brooke Hankinson kicking down barriers for North Fort Myers football Nothing intimidates North Fort Myers senior kicker Brooke Hankinson, not even playing football with the boys. Dollar bill predicting Everblades 3-Peat hidden in Hertz Arena ice A dollar bill with the words “3-Peat” was hidden in the ice at Hertz Arena ahead of Florida Everblades’ historic season. Hooping from Australia to the Sunshine State The exhibition between two Australian teams and two Lee County teams gives kids the experience of what it is like playing in another country. Port Charlotte High grad wins first place at USA Weightlifting Nationals Port Charlotte High School alumna Angelina Dabney wins first place at USA Weightlifting Nationals event in Pittsburgh. Riverdale alum Cole Schneider wins UFL Championship Former Riverdale lineman and current Birmingham Stallions center Cole Schneider wins UFL Championship in league’s first year. Youth hockey popularity in SWFL and success of professional teams A Florida team is competing in the Stanley Cup Finals for the fifth straight year getting SWFL kids excited about the sport. Naples para table tennis player reaches career high ranking ahead of Paralympics With a career high ranking of third in the world Van Emburgh is going for gold at the Paris Paralympics this summer. NCAA, Power Five approve settlement sets stage for schools to pay players NCAA and Power Five conferences agree on settlement that will allow schools to pay student athletes and share revenue. Campaign Central View all Biden concedes debate fumbles but declares he will defend democracy; Dems stick by him — for now President Joe Biden forcefully tried on Friday to quell Democratic anxieties over his unsteady showing in his debate with former President Donald Trump, as elected members of his party closed ranks around him in an effort to shut down talk of replacing him atop the ticket. SWFL reacts to the presidential debate Whether you’re rooting for Former President Donald Trump or President Joe Biden, or you just can’t choose a side, everyone has an opinion about this debate. Trump and Biden battle it out during first 2024 presidential debate Former President Trump and President Biden clashed in Atlanta for the earliest presidential debate in modern history.
the weather authority Storm Tracking: Hurricane Beryl, Tropical Storm Chris and Invest 96L The Weather Authority has been tracking major Hurricane Beryl, Tropical Storm Chris and Invest 96L in the Atlantic.
NAPLES Flash flood causes storm drainage concerns for Naples couple The rain chronicles continue in Southwest Florida. The constant rainfall has caused several roadways, homes, and businesses to flood.
FORT MYERS Palm Beach Boulevard turns to flooded waterway due to flooding As Southwest Florida experiences heavy rainfall, road conditions have been severely impacted, turning areas like Palm Beach Boulevard into a waterway.
THE WEATHER AUTHORITY Scattered rain and storms for your Monday afternoon The Weather Authority is tracking scattered rain storms throughout this Monday afternoon and evening, with temperatures hitting the low 90s.
WINK NEWS The Freedom Month Sales Tax Holiday officially begins Starting on July 1, the Freedom Month Sales Tax Holiday will allow consumers to purchase various items without paying a sales tax.
The Weather Authority Beryl strengthens to first major hurricane of 2024; reaches Category 4 The Weather Authority is tracking is tracking three tropical systems.
Locals react to the Trump and Biden debate In Southwest Florida, the first presidential debate is still fresh on many people’s minds, and opinions differ on which candidate did better.
NORTH FORT MYERS Injured eagle found on busy road in North Fort Myers Eagles have a special place here in southwest Florida. Whether it’s the Southwest Florida eagle cam nest that many tune into during eagle mating season or eagles being cared for and rehabilitated by CROW.
NAPLES Suspect arrested after leading police on chase A suspect has been arrested after leading Collier County deputies on a chase overnight.
SANIBEL Hurricane Preparedness for RV and Trailer Homes The city of Sanibel has released new information for RV and trailer owners for hurricane season.
Punta Gorda Waterfront Hotel demolition set for July 8 After numerous delays, the demolition of Punta Gorda Waterfront Hotel will begin next month. Interior demolition will start July 8, attorney Derek Rooney, who represents property owner Amer Asmar, told the Punta Gorda Code Enforcement Board on June 26.
Visitors to Charlotte County up 26% amid plans to entice more There was a 26% increase in visitors to Charlotte County for the second fiscal quarter, January through March 2024, and the Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach Visitor & Convention Bureau is planning ways to direct more to the county’s attractions.
Herc Rentals expands with new Fort Myers location As construction projects across Southwest Florida continue, Herc Rentals needed to expand to meet the demand for its equipment.
Collier workforce housing, vet nursing home inching forward An affordable workforce housing project on the Golden Gate Golf Course that was granted an extension in May by Collier County commissioners received Department of Housing and Urban Development approval, with construction expected to begin this fall.
Charlotte County home prices slip in May while some areas retained strength Single-family homes for sale in Charlotte County experienced more price reductions in May, while in some areas selling prices remained steady. Meanwhile, condominium and townhome prices decreased amid rising HOAs based on assessments from hurricane damage coupled with an inventory buildup.
Taylor Morrison opens Bella Via condo complex in Port Charlotte National home builder Taylor Morrison is continuing its expansion into Charlotte County with new condominium development Bella Via located on Collina Way in Port Charlotte.
Colorado developer settles lawsuit with Naples Six months after suing the city of Naples, an Aspen-based developer agreed to settle, paving the way for a luxury mixed-use project featuring condominiums, boutique retailers and restaurants that will serve as a gateway to downtown.
Naples practice comes under fire from a former employee A Naples dermatology practice acknowledges it had issues when it first opened two years ago but says those issues are now behind them.
LCSO searching for Three Oaks Park fatal shooter, suspected to be male The Lee County Sheriff’s Office said that it is making progress in the search for the suspect who shot and killed a young man in Three Oaks Park early Thursday.
Florida Attorney General’s Office sent nearly $71,000 to a suspected imposter Anyone can fall victim to cyber attacks, including the government. The Florida Attorney General’s Office paid nearly $71,000 to someone pretending to be from a law firm they worked with. Now the Office is trying to get its money back.
Former battalion chief files lawsuit after losing job over failed drug test A former Collier County EMS employee allegedly maliciously discriminated against when he was terminated.
Work quality issues and extra costs: contractor frustrates families while facing legal battles Families have complained about poor work quality and enormous cost overages, all before moving into their dream home.
The Freedom Month Sales Tax Holiday officially begins Starting on July 1, the Freedom Month Sales Tax Holiday will allow consumers to purchase various items without paying a sales tax.
State Representative Spencer Roach reflects on his time in office Many of you will soon have to find new Florida House Representative.
Tucker’s Promise: a non-profit teaching children how to swim Losing a child is every parent’s worst nightmare, and this family is finding a way to give back.
4 suspected Ulta Beauty thieves arrested after fleeing from Collier deputies Four Tampa residents have been arrested after allegedly stealing from a Naples Ulta Beauty store and then leading deputies on a chase.
State turns down additional federal funds for summer feeding programs The state of Florida is turning down Federal funding that would provide extra cash to feed kids this summer, leaving local summer feeding programs in a tough spot.
New treatment for Hodgkin lymphoma shows promise A new treatment is turning the body against the deadly cells, giving more hope to people battling this disease.
FL researchers testing Zika virus to fight childhood brain cancer Neuroblastoma is one of the deadliest childhood cancers. Now, a team of researchers out of Nemours Children’s Hospital in Orlando are taking a novel approach to wipe out disease. Their studies involve the use of the Zika virus.
Protect yourself from mosquito-borne illnesses Mosquitoes, though small, pose a significant health risk by spreading diseases, like malaria and dengue fever.
“Trust me, without medications, I do not feel well at all” – Locals feel the pinch of diabetes drug shortage Like millions of Americans monitoring their blood sugar, Lee Quick is diabetic. For almost two decades, the Cape Coral man has relied on medications to manage his type 2 disease.
The silent disease; man survives liver disease More than a hundred million people in the U.S. are living with some form of liver disease, and some stats say that almost 80 million of them don’t even know they have it.
How old is old? Depends on who you ask The perception of when old age starts is a moving target according to new research. As we age, most people tend to push the number back further and further.
Southwest Florida invests billions in beach nourishment projects post-Hurricane Ian Are the billons of dollars spent on sand worth the giant piles of sand and dirt laying right next to beach chairs?
Man accused of owning illegal gambling businesses in Englewood A man has been arrested after allegedly running two illegal gambling businesses in Englewood.
Cape Coral hosts more FEMA hearings Red tags are rearing their ugly head. Cape Coral homeowners who were slapped with these tags and found non-compliant with city code permits are back to defend themselves.
Jaguars RB D’Ernest Johnson hosts football camp in Immokalee Jacksonville Jaguars RB D’Ernest Johnson returned to his hometown of Immokalee for football camp.
Jabari Irons earns spot at United World Wrestling Beach World Series Jabari Irons wins at Carolina Beach Nationals to secure a spot in the United World Wrestling Beach World Series.
Brooke Hankinson kicking down barriers for North Fort Myers football Nothing intimidates North Fort Myers senior kicker Brooke Hankinson, not even playing football with the boys.
Dollar bill predicting Everblades 3-Peat hidden in Hertz Arena ice A dollar bill with the words “3-Peat” was hidden in the ice at Hertz Arena ahead of Florida Everblades’ historic season.
Hooping from Australia to the Sunshine State The exhibition between two Australian teams and two Lee County teams gives kids the experience of what it is like playing in another country.
Port Charlotte High grad wins first place at USA Weightlifting Nationals Port Charlotte High School alumna Angelina Dabney wins first place at USA Weightlifting Nationals event in Pittsburgh.
Riverdale alum Cole Schneider wins UFL Championship Former Riverdale lineman and current Birmingham Stallions center Cole Schneider wins UFL Championship in league’s first year.
Youth hockey popularity in SWFL and success of professional teams A Florida team is competing in the Stanley Cup Finals for the fifth straight year getting SWFL kids excited about the sport.
Naples para table tennis player reaches career high ranking ahead of Paralympics With a career high ranking of third in the world Van Emburgh is going for gold at the Paris Paralympics this summer.
NCAA, Power Five approve settlement sets stage for schools to pay players NCAA and Power Five conferences agree on settlement that will allow schools to pay student athletes and share revenue.
Biden concedes debate fumbles but declares he will defend democracy; Dems stick by him — for now President Joe Biden forcefully tried on Friday to quell Democratic anxieties over his unsteady showing in his debate with former President Donald Trump, as elected members of his party closed ranks around him in an effort to shut down talk of replacing him atop the ticket.
SWFL reacts to the presidential debate Whether you’re rooting for Former President Donald Trump or President Joe Biden, or you just can’t choose a side, everyone has an opinion about this debate.
Trump and Biden battle it out during first 2024 presidential debate Former President Trump and President Biden clashed in Atlanta for the earliest presidential debate in modern history.