SAN CARLOS PARK, Fla. Hurricane Irma’s destruction has forced one woman to live in her car while she anxiously waits for assistance from the Federal Emergency Management Agency.
All Southwest Floridians are eligible for assistance from FEMA, and anyone can begin the signup process at DisasterAssistance.gov and by downloading this form.
For more information on Irma recovery, click here.
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Family mourning 12-year-old killed after being hit by car in Lee County
A family is mourning their 12-year-old who was hit by a car and killed while crossing an intersection in Lee County on Friday.

Unknown suspect steals car after 3 consecutive Lee County hit-and-runs
The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating an unknown suspect who stole a car to escape the last of three different Monday morning hit-and-run crashes he caused in Lee County—one on McGregor Boulevard and another two near Daniels Parkway and I-75.

FEMA admits to misunderstanding Lee County’s home appraisal system
Just mentioning the 50-50 rule creates anxiety in homeowners rebuilding after Hurricane Ian. It’s not simple or easy to understand. Then there is the added complication of the homestead exemption.

WINK News tours Lee County FEMA housing
Saturday morning WINK News is giving viewers an inside look into FEMA housing. WINK News got a tour of FEMA’s direct lease units inside the Edison Grand in downtown Fort Myers.
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IRS serves warrant on Cape Coral roofing business
Federal agents served a warrant Friday morning on Nastar Roofing Enterprises Inc. located in Cape Coral.