New bill filed: Auto shop and law enforcement must work together to solve hit-and-run crashesNew leash on life; Cape Coral shelter dog beats cancer with drug being tested for humans
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA New bill filed: Auto shop and law enforcement must work together to solve hit-and-run crashes There could be new detectives on the block, located in your nearest auto shop. A new state bill aims at trying to stop hit-and-run drivers from getting away.
CAPE CORAL New leash on life; Cape Coral shelter dog beats cancer with drug being tested for humans A drug now being studied in human trials to kill cancerous tumors, is already approved and helping animals.
CAPE CORAL City of Cape Coral planning a new interchange with I-75 The city of Cape Coral is in the early stages of planning a new interchange with I-75, an idea that has been discussed for more than a decade.
Tracking invasive species after hurricanes Hurricanes Helene and Milton didn’t just bring wind and rain, they brought new threats to southwest Florida’s ecosystem.
PUNTA GORDA Woman in Punta Gorda shooting charged with 2nd degree murder A woman in a homicide investigation on Nasturtium Drive in Punta Gorda has been charged with 2nd-degree murder.
Lee County mother continuing fight to get children a bus stop The school district already told her she lives too close to the school to qualify for a bus route but she has not given up.
NORTH NAPLES Grant Thornton Invitational returns to Tiburon Golf Club Stars on the PGA and LPGA Tours are back in Southwest Florida for the Grant Thornton Invitational at Tiburon Golf Club.
FORT MYERS Black Flag brings classic punk energy to The Ranch in Fort Myers Legendary punk band Black Flag made their mark in Southwest Florida during the Fort Myers stop of their “First Four Years” tour.
Charlotte Technical College breaks ground on aviation facility The Charlotte County School District is flying high and keeping its “Space Academy” designation with a new aviation training facility for students.
CAPE CORAL Man arrested in connection with Cape Coral home invasion The Cape Coral Police Department has announced the arrest of one of three men suspected in a home invasion that took place earlier this month.
16 transported after 2 airboats crash in Collier County According to the Collier County Sheriff’s Office, two airboats crashed south of U.S. 41 east between mile markers 74 and 75, leaving well over a dozen people injured.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral residents react to $100M North Cape land deal The city of Cape Coral is seeing two projects that will change the city. One is called one of the most lucrative deals in county history.
Royal Palm Coast Realtor Association breaks ground on new Fort Myers headquarters As Royal Palm Coast Realtor Association’s president pointed out, about 1,000 people are still moving to Florida every day, and many of them are finding their way to Southwest Florida.
PUNTA GORDA Charlotte County drug trafficker sentenced to 10 years A Charlotte County man has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for drug trafficking.
lehigh acres ‘How to sign away parental rights?’; Lehigh Acres woman accused of killing her 4-month-old baby The Lee County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a woman accused of killing her 4-month-old baby.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA New bill filed: Auto shop and law enforcement must work together to solve hit-and-run crashes There could be new detectives on the block, located in your nearest auto shop. A new state bill aims at trying to stop hit-and-run drivers from getting away.
CAPE CORAL New leash on life; Cape Coral shelter dog beats cancer with drug being tested for humans A drug now being studied in human trials to kill cancerous tumors, is already approved and helping animals.
CAPE CORAL City of Cape Coral planning a new interchange with I-75 The city of Cape Coral is in the early stages of planning a new interchange with I-75, an idea that has been discussed for more than a decade.
Tracking invasive species after hurricanes Hurricanes Helene and Milton didn’t just bring wind and rain, they brought new threats to southwest Florida’s ecosystem.
PUNTA GORDA Woman in Punta Gorda shooting charged with 2nd degree murder A woman in a homicide investigation on Nasturtium Drive in Punta Gorda has been charged with 2nd-degree murder.
Lee County mother continuing fight to get children a bus stop The school district already told her she lives too close to the school to qualify for a bus route but she has not given up.
NORTH NAPLES Grant Thornton Invitational returns to Tiburon Golf Club Stars on the PGA and LPGA Tours are back in Southwest Florida for the Grant Thornton Invitational at Tiburon Golf Club.
FORT MYERS Black Flag brings classic punk energy to The Ranch in Fort Myers Legendary punk band Black Flag made their mark in Southwest Florida during the Fort Myers stop of their “First Four Years” tour.
Charlotte Technical College breaks ground on aviation facility The Charlotte County School District is flying high and keeping its “Space Academy” designation with a new aviation training facility for students.
CAPE CORAL Man arrested in connection with Cape Coral home invasion The Cape Coral Police Department has announced the arrest of one of three men suspected in a home invasion that took place earlier this month.
16 transported after 2 airboats crash in Collier County According to the Collier County Sheriff’s Office, two airboats crashed south of U.S. 41 east between mile markers 74 and 75, leaving well over a dozen people injured.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral residents react to $100M North Cape land deal The city of Cape Coral is seeing two projects that will change the city. One is called one of the most lucrative deals in county history.
Royal Palm Coast Realtor Association breaks ground on new Fort Myers headquarters As Royal Palm Coast Realtor Association’s president pointed out, about 1,000 people are still moving to Florida every day, and many of them are finding their way to Southwest Florida.
PUNTA GORDA Charlotte County drug trafficker sentenced to 10 years A Charlotte County man has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for drug trafficking.
lehigh acres ‘How to sign away parental rights?’; Lehigh Acres woman accused of killing her 4-month-old baby The Lee County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a woman accused of killing her 4-month-old baby.
MGN With just a few days before Christmas, all hope is not lost if you still have not sent that special gift to that special someone and want it to get there in time for the holiday. Officials with FedEx say it’s a busy holiday shipping season and they expect it to get busier before it’s all over. “The company is anticipating to ship anywhere between 380,000 to 400,000 packages this season, so we are well equipped and prepared to meet the needs of the customers,” said Jenequa Hughes, senior manager at a FedEx office. Hughes says customers are often concerned that they can’t ship those big and awkward shaped packages. “We can pack whatever you have,” she said. “You bring it, we have custom packing. We can pack it all.” And she says even though it’s an extremely busy season, last-minute shoppers can ship up until Friday and still get their gifts to their destination by Christmas. “If they are looking to get it there by Christmas, at this rate they would have to do the 3-Day Express Saver,” she said. “That would get it there this week before Christmas.” That news was a present in and of itself for Kate, who was sending a handmade wreath to a friend. “I’m so relieved. It’s wonderful, it’s so great to have this,” she said. “I workright down the street, so it’s very convenient.” Kate says knowing she has some extra time to send gifts gives her one less thing to worry about during the holiday season, which she considers a Christmas miracle. Below are the deadlines for shipping at Amazon, Walmart (WMT) and other retailers, according to BestBlackFriday.com. Amazon: Dec. 15 – Free shipping ($25 min.) Dec. 18 – Standard shipping Dec. 22 – Two-day shipping (free with Prime) Dec. 23 – one-day shipping (In select cities) Dec. 24, 9:30 a.m. local time or earlier – Same-day delivery (select cities) Dec. 24, 9:45 p.m. local time or earlier – Two-hour delivery (select cities) Bloomingdale’s Dec. 20 by 5 p.m. ET – Standard Dec. 22 by 12 p.m. ET – Express delivery Kmart Dec. 17 by 11:59 p.m. CST – Free shipping Dec. 19 by 4 p.m. CST – Standard shipping Dec. 21 by 4 p.m. CST – Premium shipping Dec. 24 for in-store pickup Kohl’s Dec. 18 by 11 p.m. (CST) – Standard Dec. 19 by 1 p.m. (CST) – Two-day shipping Dec. 20 by 1 p.m. (CST) – One-day shipping Macy’s Dec. 20 by 5 p.m. ET – Free standard shipping (min. $99) Dec. 20 by 5 p.m. ET – Premium Dec. 21 by 12 p.m. ET – Express Dec. 24 by 10 a.m. ET – In-store pickup Dec. 24 by 10 a.m. ET – Same-day delivery Nordstrom Dec. 20 by 12 p.m. ET – Two-business day shipping Dec. 21 by 12 p.m. ET – Free standard shipping Dec. 22 by 12 p.m. ET – Saturday delivery ($10) Sears Dec. 17 by 11:59 p.m. CST – Free shipping Dec. 19 by 4 p.m. CST – Standard shipping Dec. 21 by 4 p.m. CST – Premium shipping Dec. 24 for in-store pickup Target Varies by item – Free standard shipping Dec. 19 by 12 p.m. – Premium two-day shipping Dec. 22 by 12 p.m. – Express one-day shipping Dec. 22 by 7 p.m. – Restock Toys R Us Dec. 18 by 11:59 p.m. ET – Free shipping Dec. 20 by 3 p.m. ET – Expedited Dec. 20 by 11:59 p.m. ET – Express Dec. 24 by noon ET – In-store pickup Walmart Dec. 13 – Freight Dec. 19 – Standard Dec. 21 – Rush