Lee County Sheriff’s Deputies investigating North Fort Myers shootingBishop of the Diocese of Venice releases statement following sexual abuse allegations by SWFL priest
NORTH FORT MYERS Lee County Sheriff’s Deputies investigating North Fort Myers shooting A shooting investigation is underway in North Fort Myers.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Bishop of the Diocese of Venice releases statement following sexual abuse allegations by SWFL priest The Bishop of the Diocese of Venice is speaking out after Charlotte County Reverend Leo Riley was arrested on five counts of sexual battery stemming from his past work as a priest in Iowa.
NEW YORK (AP) Biden officials indefinitely postpone ban on menthol cigarettes amid election-year pushback President Joe Biden’s administration is indefinitely delaying a long-awaited menthol cigarette ban, a decision that infuriated anti-smoking advocates but could avoid a political backlash from Black voters in November.
FORT MYERS Gone but not forgotten: Traveling Vietnam Memorial pays tribute to veterans A powerful symbol of honor and remembrance is standing proudly here in Southwest Florida. The Traveling Vietnam Memorial Wall is open to the public, a reminder of those we lost who served our country.
LEE COUNTY Two arrested for street racing in Lee County Two people have been arrested for street racing in Lee County according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
CAPE CORAL Boaters with rifles seen in Cape Coral canal On an average day, it’s pretty common to see people fishing or swimming in a canal. One neighbor in Cape Coral saw something unusual in his backyard Friday afternoon.
FORT MYERS Car flips, one sent to hospital after two car crash in Fort Myers A crash involving at least two vehicles sent one person to the hospital.
The Weather Authority: Clouds, sunshine, wind, and the possibility of a brief shower for your Sunday Clouds and occasional sunshine this Sunday. A few brief showers are possible late in the afternoon and this evening.
TALLAHASSEE (CBS) Governor DeSantis signs AI and vape bills Gov. Ron DeSantis on Friday signed 28 bills, including a measure requiring disclaimers on certain political ads created using artificial intelligence and a bill about regulation of vape products.
ESTERO Gold Star Golf Tournament honors fallen veteran Behind each putt and swing of a golf club at the Gold Star Golf Tournament is someone who knew John Wirka Junior.
NEW YORK (AP) How TikTok grew from a fun app for teens into a potential national security threat If it feels like TikTok has been around forever, that’s probably because it has, at least if you’re measuring via internet time. What’s now in question is whether it will be around much longer and, if so, in what form?
FORT MYERS Man wanted for armed robbery at Fort Myers convenience store Crime Stoppers is asking the public for help identifying an armed robber who held up a convenience store Saturday morning.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA WINK Neighborhood Watch: Rifles, inappropriate texts and Donut shop debacle This week’s segment of WINK Neighborhood Watch features a scary mall trip, an inappropriate coach, and a Dunkin Donuts assault.
The Weather Authority: Sunny Saturday with a nice breeze; fire danger increases Warm temperatures for your Saturday with a nice breeze into the afternoon.
NORTH NAPLES Senior Airman surprises cousin on Aubrey Rogers softball senior night Aubrey Rogers senior pitcher and infielder McKenzie Vargas was surprised by her Air Force cousin for Senior Night.
NORTH FORT MYERS Lee County Sheriff’s Deputies investigating North Fort Myers shooting A shooting investigation is underway in North Fort Myers.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Bishop of the Diocese of Venice releases statement following sexual abuse allegations by SWFL priest The Bishop of the Diocese of Venice is speaking out after Charlotte County Reverend Leo Riley was arrested on five counts of sexual battery stemming from his past work as a priest in Iowa.
NEW YORK (AP) Biden officials indefinitely postpone ban on menthol cigarettes amid election-year pushback President Joe Biden’s administration is indefinitely delaying a long-awaited menthol cigarette ban, a decision that infuriated anti-smoking advocates but could avoid a political backlash from Black voters in November.
FORT MYERS Gone but not forgotten: Traveling Vietnam Memorial pays tribute to veterans A powerful symbol of honor and remembrance is standing proudly here in Southwest Florida. The Traveling Vietnam Memorial Wall is open to the public, a reminder of those we lost who served our country.
LEE COUNTY Two arrested for street racing in Lee County Two people have been arrested for street racing in Lee County according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
CAPE CORAL Boaters with rifles seen in Cape Coral canal On an average day, it’s pretty common to see people fishing or swimming in a canal. One neighbor in Cape Coral saw something unusual in his backyard Friday afternoon.
FORT MYERS Car flips, one sent to hospital after two car crash in Fort Myers A crash involving at least two vehicles sent one person to the hospital.
The Weather Authority: Clouds, sunshine, wind, and the possibility of a brief shower for your Sunday Clouds and occasional sunshine this Sunday. A few brief showers are possible late in the afternoon and this evening.
TALLAHASSEE (CBS) Governor DeSantis signs AI and vape bills Gov. Ron DeSantis on Friday signed 28 bills, including a measure requiring disclaimers on certain political ads created using artificial intelligence and a bill about regulation of vape products.
ESTERO Gold Star Golf Tournament honors fallen veteran Behind each putt and swing of a golf club at the Gold Star Golf Tournament is someone who knew John Wirka Junior.
NEW YORK (AP) How TikTok grew from a fun app for teens into a potential national security threat If it feels like TikTok has been around forever, that’s probably because it has, at least if you’re measuring via internet time. What’s now in question is whether it will be around much longer and, if so, in what form?
FORT MYERS Man wanted for armed robbery at Fort Myers convenience store Crime Stoppers is asking the public for help identifying an armed robber who held up a convenience store Saturday morning.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA WINK Neighborhood Watch: Rifles, inappropriate texts and Donut shop debacle This week’s segment of WINK Neighborhood Watch features a scary mall trip, an inappropriate coach, and a Dunkin Donuts assault.
The Weather Authority: Sunny Saturday with a nice breeze; fire danger increases Warm temperatures for your Saturday with a nice breeze into the afternoon.
NORTH NAPLES Senior Airman surprises cousin on Aubrey Rogers softball senior night Aubrey Rogers senior pitcher and infielder McKenzie Vargas was surprised by her Air Force cousin for Senior Night.
Fire crews working at the site of the Greenway fire in Collier County on March 28. Fire crews are still working to contain the Greenway fire in Collier County on Thursday. In a week, the fire burned more than 25 square miles – about half the size of the City of Fort Myers. Collier County ‘Greenway’ fire The Greenway fire in the Picayune Strand State Forest has burned 16,876 acres and is 70 percent contained as of Thursday afternoon, according to the Florida Forest Service. Planned burnout along U.S. 41 Portions of U.S. 41 reopened around 5:43 p.m. following a seven-mile planned burnout, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. A burnout was planned and intended to burn out the remainder of fuels for a fire to prevent future flaring up. The closure prompted Collier County Public Schools to announce some early dismissals to allow for parents and kids to get through the area before road closures. Children were encouraged to be picked up by 12:30 p.m. from the following schools: Everglades City School Lely Elementary School Lely High School Manatee Elementary School Manatee Middle School Marco Island Academy New Beginnings Naples Phoenix Naples Classes will continue for children who remain at the schools, according to a spokesperson for Collier schools. No buses going to and from the impacted areas will be available Thursday. The following portions of U.S. 41 will close at 1 p.m. as forestry crews conduct a seven-mile burn, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. U.S. 41 is closed from Six L’s Farm Road to State Road 29, according to the FHP. San Marco Road at U.S. 41 — drivers will not be able to make left or right turns Traffic from Port of the Islands can travel eastbound by making a right turn at U.S. 41 The roads will be closed for approximately four hours, according to the FHP. Motorists are advised to seek an alternate route of travel during this closure period and to travel with patience. Crews will be working with multiple agencies as smoke may decrease visibility near U.S. 41. “Winds will be out of the Southeast, this afternoon, which will push the fire to the Northwest and back into a previously burned area,” said Mike Weston, Center Manager for Caloosahatchee Forestry Center. “We are coordinating with Florida Highway Patrol, Collier Seminole State Park, and Seminole Tribe Fire, for the parts of the fire near US-41.” Updated map pic.twitter.com/tglu10ZJvI — Greater Naples Fire (@GN_Fire) March 28, 2018 Southwest Florida Fire Danger Indices Fire danger risk is still “high” in Collier County on Thursday. The fire danger risk in Lee County was “very high.” FIRE RISK: “HIGH” fire danger level for Collier County today 03.29.18. – Outdoor burning activities should be kept to a minimum. pic.twitter.com/PBbDnUG953 — Greater Naples Fire (@GN_Fire) March 29, 2018 Hendry County ‘West Boundary’ fire This fire has charred 2,642 acres and is 90 percent contained as of Thursday evening, according to the Caloosahatchee Forestry Center. #WestBoundaryFire is 2,642 acres and 90% contained. Wildland firefighters continue to monitor and patrol containment lines. #Flwildfire #wildfire #FlFire — FFS Caloosahatchee (@FFS_cafc) March 29, 2018 Stay prepared SWFL The Florida Forest Service has not issued any mandatory evacuations, but officials stress being prepared in the event they need to leave their homes. COLLIER COUNTY RESIDENTS: There are no evacuations at this time. Heightened awareness is key, should the threat arrive for road closures and evacuations. Have a plan, gather important documents and medications, plan for any pets or livestock. #GreenwayFire pic.twitter.com/Q5y2MSagvg — FFS Caloosahatchee (@FFS_cafc) March 27, 2018 WINK News anchor Lois Thome goes over the 5 P’s of an evacuation: