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.
President Donald Trump speaks with reporters before boarding Marine One on the South Lawn of the White House, Tuesday, July 10, 2018, in Washington. (AP Photo/Evan Vucci) They came from far and wide, with one goal in mind. “I wanted to see our president, said Fort Myers resident,” said Fort Myers resident Jim Smith. Celebration resident Karen Kouyoumjian said she’s been looking forward to the event. “I would not miss anything that any of the Trump family is involved in,” Kouyoumjian said. Hundreds lined up outside the Florida State Fairgrounds Expo Center for President Trump’s much-anticipated visit. Self-described “Trump super fan” Gene Huber has been waiting since Tuesday night. “He cares about two things when he wakes up every morning: us and the United States of America,” Huber said. In all the Trump fanfare, you might forget the rally is actually a campaign event for gubernatorial hopeful Ron DeSantis. After DeSantis received the presidential Twitter endorsement, he jumped more than 30 points in the polls. “If Trump believes that DeSantis is the best, I’m going with that guy,” said Miami resident Maurice Symonette. Kouyoumjian agreed. “Ron DeSantis! Absolutely 100 percent,” Kouyoumjian said. “Anyone that Donald Trump, our president, is endorsing.” The question now: Will the president’s presence alone be enough to life DeSantis to a primary victory over Agriculture Commissioner Adam Putnnam? President Trump gives remarks prior to rally President Trump will first hold a round table discussion on education prior to a rally in support of gubernatorial candidate Ron DeSantis. “I believe in President Trump,” said volunteer and supporter Marilyn Westropp. President Trump is met mostly with supporters at Tampa Bay Technical High School. “I voted for him so I’m here to support him,” said supporter Ron Brown. The president wants to give a boost to technical education and vocational opportunities to students. He said in a statement the economy has become “increasingly dependent on science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and other skilled labor.” “I was in the automotive field,” Brown said. “We needed a lot of mechanics and that’s important to have good people who know what they’re doing from the beginning.” Westropp stressed the need for quality employees in the U.S. “We do have difficult times trying to find good workers in America,” Westropp said. The president will sign a bill at 6 p.m. that provides crucial funding towards training programs, and allows schools the flexibility needed for funding needed for this kind of education. “I think it’s very important because it focuses directly on a type of field that somebody may be interested in or may have very good skills with,” said supporter and volunteer Debbie Guest. “I myself, I’m a court reporter, I went to a technical school.” But a few protesters— like Diane Rodriguez, who was dressed as a sad statue of liberty— outside don’t believe in what he’s doing. “The fact that he’s gonna prance through here in (five), 10 minutes for a photo opp. I don’t believe anything, Betsy DeVos at the helm of education, I can tell you nothing is going to happen positive for education under this administration,” Rodriguez said. Trust WINK News to bring you live coverage from President Trump’s visit to Tampa: Two events are planned, for 5:55 p.m. and 7 p.m. Click or tap here to register for the rally.