16 transported after 2 airboats crash in Collier CountyNew bill filed: Auto shop and law enforcement must work together to solve hit-and-run crashes
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
If you haven’t finished your holiday shopping, you’re not alone. People said they are still trying to figure out what to buy their friends and loved ones. It’s estimated 24 percent of people plan to finish their holiday shopping just two days before Christmas. Shoppers at Coconut Point in Estero and other malls in Lee County kept stores busy all day Sunday when stores would normally be closed by late evening. Places like the Apple store have had lines out the door, and has sold out of popular items like AirPods. The Coconut Point extended its hours until 8 p.m. tonight. The Edison Mall in Fort Myers is open until 10 p.m., tonight, Sunday. Monday, Edison Mall, Coconut Point, Gulf Coast Town Center and Bell Tower Shops are all open until 6 p.m. Christmas Eve store hours Hours may vary by location. Confirm your store hours by checking retailer websites or calling your closest location. Some stores may follow mall hours. Apple: Most stores close at 5 or 6 p.m.; special store hours are listed at www.apple.com/retail. Barnes and Noble: Open until 6 p.m. Bass Pro Shops: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Bealls : 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. Bealls Outlet: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Bed Bath & Beyond: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Best Buy: 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Big Lots: 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. Costco: 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. CVS: Most stores open regular hours Christmas Eve and Christmas Day; pharmacy hours vary. Dick’s Sporting Goods: 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Dillard’s: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Dollar General: All stores will close 10 p.m. Dollar Tree: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. DSW: 9 to 6 p.m. Five Below: 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. GameStop: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Guitar Center: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Home Depot: 6 a.m. to 5 p.m. Home Goods: 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Ikea: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. J.C. Penney: 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Kohl’s: Open through 6 p.m. (Stores have been open 24 hours a day since Friday) Lord & Taylor: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Lowe’s: Stores close at 6 p.m. Macy’s: 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Marshalls: 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Michaels: 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Microsoft: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Neiman Marcus: Hours vary, but locations will close between 4 to 6 p.m. Nordstrom and Nordstrom Rack: Hours vary and posted at www.nordstrom.com. Office Depot: 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Old Navy: Hours vary; check location hours at www.oldnavy.com. Petco: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. PetSmart: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Publix: Open until 7 p.m. Ross: 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saks Fifth Avenue: 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sam’s Club: 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sears: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Staples: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Target: 7 a.m. to 10 p.m. TJ Maxx: 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Ulta: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Walgreens: Most stores open until midnight and open regular hours Christmas Day; pharmacy hours vary. Walmart: Stores close at 6 p.m. and all locations will be closed Christmas Day. Whole Foods: Open until 6 p.m. World Market: 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.