Vehicle pursuit in Charlotte County ends in crash A pursuit between the Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office and a vehicle on Interstate 75 ended in a crash.
Red tide looms off Southwest Florida coastline Beware of the beach! Red tide is making its way towards Southwest Florida once again.
FORT MYERS BEACH $1.2 million approved for repairs for FMB and Sanibel schools This hurricane season left an expensive mess at Fort Myers Beach Elementary and the Sanibel school, but who’s paying the $1.2 million price tag?
FORT MYERS Teen carjacks woman after escaping mental health facility A teenager accused of carjacking a woman in a church parking lot on Friday had just escaped from a facility where he was being held under the Baker Act, according to the Lee County Sheriff’s Office.
Teachers union raises issues with Lee County School District after arbitration Being a teacher is just like any other profession. Teachers need to take days off, get sick, and sometimes cover for co-workers.
LABELLE LaBelle Animal Shelter hoping to raise money to avoid property being sold The owner of Animal Rescue Inc. in LaBelle is doing everything she can to prevent the shelter from disappearing in a matter of months.
County settlement allows Links of Naples golf course to redevelop into homes Collier County residents are vocalizing their concerns over the commissioner’s decision to develop housing on the Naples Golf Course.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers mayor weighs in on possible city hall relocation With Lee Memorial Hospital scheduled to close in 2027, discussions over what will replace the building are in full swing and whether Fort Myers City Hall is the right choice.
Toys for Tots: A 77-Year tradition of service and holiday cheer Toys for Tots aims to bring gifts to children and their families who may not be able to afford them for the holidays.
Inside the mind of accused CEO gunman WINK News is learning more about the man accused of shooting and killing a health insurance CEO on a New York City sidewalk last week, and breaking down what he may think of himself based on the writings he left behind.
1 dead after crash on Airport-Pulling Road in Collier County The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating a fatal crash involving a sedan and pick-up truck that occurred near Airport Pulling Road.
bonita springs Prostate cancer treatment aims to freeze further development When it comes to cancer treatment, several options come to mind, such as chemotherapy, surgery, and or radiation; however, there is another option that may prove to be as effective.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers man convicted of sexually assaulting teenager A Fort Myers man has been convicted of several charges, including the sexual assault of a 17-year-old teenager.
Red tide advisory issued for Clam Pass and Barefoot Beach The Florida Department of Health issued a red tide advisory after presence of the algae bloom was found near Clam Pass and Barefoot Beach in Collier County.
FORT MYERS RSW offering remote parking for the holidays Southwest Florida International Airport, RSW, is offering passengers RSWRemote, a reserved holiday parking option.
Vehicle pursuit in Charlotte County ends in crash A pursuit between the Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office and a vehicle on Interstate 75 ended in a crash.
Red tide looms off Southwest Florida coastline Beware of the beach! Red tide is making its way towards Southwest Florida once again.
FORT MYERS BEACH $1.2 million approved for repairs for FMB and Sanibel schools This hurricane season left an expensive mess at Fort Myers Beach Elementary and the Sanibel school, but who’s paying the $1.2 million price tag?
FORT MYERS Teen carjacks woman after escaping mental health facility A teenager accused of carjacking a woman in a church parking lot on Friday had just escaped from a facility where he was being held under the Baker Act, according to the Lee County Sheriff’s Office.
Teachers union raises issues with Lee County School District after arbitration Being a teacher is just like any other profession. Teachers need to take days off, get sick, and sometimes cover for co-workers.
LABELLE LaBelle Animal Shelter hoping to raise money to avoid property being sold The owner of Animal Rescue Inc. in LaBelle is doing everything she can to prevent the shelter from disappearing in a matter of months.
County settlement allows Links of Naples golf course to redevelop into homes Collier County residents are vocalizing their concerns over the commissioner’s decision to develop housing on the Naples Golf Course.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers mayor weighs in on possible city hall relocation With Lee Memorial Hospital scheduled to close in 2027, discussions over what will replace the building are in full swing and whether Fort Myers City Hall is the right choice.
Toys for Tots: A 77-Year tradition of service and holiday cheer Toys for Tots aims to bring gifts to children and their families who may not be able to afford them for the holidays.
Inside the mind of accused CEO gunman WINK News is learning more about the man accused of shooting and killing a health insurance CEO on a New York City sidewalk last week, and breaking down what he may think of himself based on the writings he left behind.
1 dead after crash on Airport-Pulling Road in Collier County The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating a fatal crash involving a sedan and pick-up truck that occurred near Airport Pulling Road.
bonita springs Prostate cancer treatment aims to freeze further development When it comes to cancer treatment, several options come to mind, such as chemotherapy, surgery, and or radiation; however, there is another option that may prove to be as effective.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers man convicted of sexually assaulting teenager A Fort Myers man has been convicted of several charges, including the sexual assault of a 17-year-old teenager.
Red tide advisory issued for Clam Pass and Barefoot Beach The Florida Department of Health issued a red tide advisory after presence of the algae bloom was found near Clam Pass and Barefoot Beach in Collier County.
FORT MYERS RSW offering remote parking for the holidays Southwest Florida International Airport, RSW, is offering passengers RSWRemote, a reserved holiday parking option.
Jeffrey Beall/ Flickr/ MGN PITTSBURGH (AP) – New England Patriots running back LeGarrette Blount would have a marijuana possession charge dismissed if he completes 50 hours of community service by a February court date, a western Pennsylvania judge ruled Wednesday. Blount, 28, was playing for Pittsburgh when he and Steelers running back Le’Veon Bell were arrested Aug. 20 after police said they found marijuana in Bell’s car during a traffic stop in Ross Township, a Pittsburgh suburb. West View District Judge Richard Opiela on Wednesday ordered Blount to spend 50 hours volunteering at a charity for youth, hopefully in the inner city, after Allegheny County prosecutors suggested 30 hours. “We’re going to turn this negative into something positive,” Opiela said. Blount didn’t speak before or after his court appearance, but defense attorney Casey White said Blount “regrets putting himself in that situation, he regrets having the Steelers deal with that type of situation, as well.” “He’s happy that this is his first step in righting a wrong and he’s looking forward to helping the youth in the communities he serves,” White said. “He made a mistake, this was his first mistake. He’s never been in trouble. He’s never been arrested. This is his first brush with the law.” District attorney’s spokesman Mike Manko said plea agreements like Blount’s “are common in cases involving small amounts of marijuana.” Ross Township police seized 20 grams of marijuana, about three-fourths of an ounce, from Bell’s car after the traffic stop. The judge didn’t specify where Blount must complete the community service, and White planned to work with Allegheny County court officials so Blount can do the work either in Boston or Pittsburgh, or perhaps in Maricopa County, Arizona, where Blount trains in the offseason. If the Patriots play deep into the postseason, White said it’s most likely Blount will do the community service in Boston. The Steelers cut Blount after he left the field early during a loss at Tennessee in Week 11. White said Blount could still face NFL discipline for his arrest, but said that won’t be determined until after the Pennsylvania case is resolved. He’s due back in court Feb. 4. Bell, 22, earlier this month agreed to enter a first-offender’s program that could enable him to get his record expunged if he completes 15 months’ probation. An Allegheny County judge must still approve Bell’s entry into the program at a court appearance Feb. 6. Bell was also charged with marijuana possession, but his case was more serious than Blount’s because he was driving the vehicle and also charged with driving under the influence. Bell’s attorney Robert Del Greco Jr. has said he expects Bell will serve a two-game NFL suspension after his case is resolved, meaning the suspension won’t occur until at least next season. Bell on Wednesday was named the AFC Offensive Player of the Week for his 235-yard performance in Pittsburgh’s 42-21 win over the Cincinnati Bengals on Sunday. Bell ran for 185 yards and two touchdowns, and caught six passes for 50 yards and another touchdown. He’s the NFL’s second-leading rusher with 1,231 yards on 242 carries and also has 71 receptions for 693 yards.