3 law officers killed, 5 others wounded trying to serve warrant in North Carolina, authorities sayMultiple units fighting structure fire in Cape Coral
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) 3 law officers killed, 5 others wounded trying to serve warrant in North Carolina, authorities say Three law enforcement officers serving a warrant for a felon wanted for possessing a firearm were killed and five other officers were wounded Monday in a shootout at a Charlotte, North Carolina, home, police said.
CAPE CORAL Multiple units fighting structure fire in Cape Coral Several fire rescue trucks are responding to a structure fire at a commercial building in Cape Coral.
North Fort Myers residents concerned over abandoned boat A day out in the water turned into an alarming discovery for one North Fort Myers family. “We came out one day, this boat was here, there was someone living on it,” said Joanne Kreise. “For a short period of time, he had the boat tied up to the channel marker and an anchor. He […]
FORT MYERS Fort Myers first responders stress safety after rollover crash Fort Myers fire department officials are pointing to safety and awareness following a recent rollover crash on Palm Beach Blvd. and Oasis Way.
NAPLES FSU pitcher Jacob Marlowe’s determined heart is on the mound Former Barron Collier ace, now FSU pitcher Jacob Marlowe is recovering from two open heart surgeries in five days.
Contrasting Lee, Collier and Charlotte homicide rates to nationwide numbers The Wall Street Journal says nationwide homicide rates have dropped by 20% compared to the numbers from 2023.
New program to make life more manageable for Parkinson’s patients A new program, backed by research, was created using the power of spin cycling to redefine the fight against Parkinson’s.
Medicaid class action gets go-ahead A federal judge has cleared the way for a class-action lawsuit that alleges Florida did not properly inform people before dropping them from the Medicaid program after a COVID-19 public health emergency ended.
FORT MYERS New downtown Fort Myers parking options coming soon Two new spots are coming for you to park on nights and weekends in downtown Fort Myers, but you’ll still have to pay.
LEHIGH ACRES Caught on Camera: Family ‘sucker-punched’ in Lehigh Acres brawl A woman is speaking out about a conflict she was involved in at Barefoot Lake.
Miracle Moment: Christina Soriero Doctors diagnosed 22-year-old Christina Soriero with non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma when she was just 18. A time in her life when the only thing she should have been dealing with was senioritis and getting ready for life after high school.
DeSantis signs bill impacting new mothers and jury duty Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has signed a bill that will impact new mothers and their eligibility to serve on jury duty.
Genesis of Naples breaking ground on new car dealership A genesis—or new beginning—is under way for Genesis of Naples. The local franchise plans to break ground this summer on a new and expanded luxury auto dealership in North Naples.
Emails show beginnings, contradictions of South Seas resort amendment South Seas resort ownership group’s engineer proposed a land-use amendment for Lee County’s government at least six months before the first public discussions and at least seven weeks before the county’s official timeline began, emails between the resort’s representatives and county show.
CAPE CORAL 13-year-old arrested for allegedly getting involved in hit-and-run with stolen car, fleeing from Cape Coral police A teen was arrested on multiple charges after allegedly getting involved in a hit-and-run with a stolen car and then fleeing from police.
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) 3 law officers killed, 5 others wounded trying to serve warrant in North Carolina, authorities say Three law enforcement officers serving a warrant for a felon wanted for possessing a firearm were killed and five other officers were wounded Monday in a shootout at a Charlotte, North Carolina, home, police said.
CAPE CORAL Multiple units fighting structure fire in Cape Coral Several fire rescue trucks are responding to a structure fire at a commercial building in Cape Coral.
North Fort Myers residents concerned over abandoned boat A day out in the water turned into an alarming discovery for one North Fort Myers family. “We came out one day, this boat was here, there was someone living on it,” said Joanne Kreise. “For a short period of time, he had the boat tied up to the channel marker and an anchor. He […]
FORT MYERS Fort Myers first responders stress safety after rollover crash Fort Myers fire department officials are pointing to safety and awareness following a recent rollover crash on Palm Beach Blvd. and Oasis Way.
NAPLES FSU pitcher Jacob Marlowe’s determined heart is on the mound Former Barron Collier ace, now FSU pitcher Jacob Marlowe is recovering from two open heart surgeries in five days.
Contrasting Lee, Collier and Charlotte homicide rates to nationwide numbers The Wall Street Journal says nationwide homicide rates have dropped by 20% compared to the numbers from 2023.
New program to make life more manageable for Parkinson’s patients A new program, backed by research, was created using the power of spin cycling to redefine the fight against Parkinson’s.
Medicaid class action gets go-ahead A federal judge has cleared the way for a class-action lawsuit that alleges Florida did not properly inform people before dropping them from the Medicaid program after a COVID-19 public health emergency ended.
FORT MYERS New downtown Fort Myers parking options coming soon Two new spots are coming for you to park on nights and weekends in downtown Fort Myers, but you’ll still have to pay.
LEHIGH ACRES Caught on Camera: Family ‘sucker-punched’ in Lehigh Acres brawl A woman is speaking out about a conflict she was involved in at Barefoot Lake.
Miracle Moment: Christina Soriero Doctors diagnosed 22-year-old Christina Soriero with non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma when she was just 18. A time in her life when the only thing she should have been dealing with was senioritis and getting ready for life after high school.
DeSantis signs bill impacting new mothers and jury duty Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has signed a bill that will impact new mothers and their eligibility to serve on jury duty.
Genesis of Naples breaking ground on new car dealership A genesis—or new beginning—is under way for Genesis of Naples. The local franchise plans to break ground this summer on a new and expanded luxury auto dealership in North Naples.
Emails show beginnings, contradictions of South Seas resort amendment South Seas resort ownership group’s engineer proposed a land-use amendment for Lee County’s government at least six months before the first public discussions and at least seven weeks before the county’s official timeline began, emails between the resort’s representatives and county show.
CAPE CORAL 13-year-old arrested for allegedly getting involved in hit-and-run with stolen car, fleeing from Cape Coral police A teen was arrested on multiple charges after allegedly getting involved in a hit-and-run with a stolen car and then fleeing from police.
Credit: WINK News. The School District of Lee County will be distributing Chromebooks to elementary school students who need a computer for distance learning. Students in 3rd, 4th and 5th grade will be assigned a Chromebook if they don’t have access to a computer at home. “Nothing replaces face-to-face; nothing replaces hands-on learning,” said Dr. Jeff Spiro, the District’s chief academic officer. “We know this is the best of making out a great scenario that we’re trying to think of every possible resource we can provide our families.” The district said students who have a sibling in grades six through 12 will not be given a Chromebook, as middle and high school students already have one. Students in kindergarten through 2nd grade will be able to pick up Chromebooks during the week of March 23. All schools in Florida will be closed until April 15, and Lee County is among those districts making plans for students to learn from home. The district said families that choose not to use computer-based learning can pick up 10-day instructional packets at their school during the Chromebook pick-up times. Spiro did say the District ordered 2,000 more Chromebooks to meet the new demand. He said when families go to pickup a device, they’ll be asked if they have internet. If they don’t, the District said it will help to connect them to extended Wi-Fi areas being provided by companies such as Comcast. Between the laptops and Wi-Fi hotspots, the bill comes to around $500,000. The money budgeted to pay for it comes form the half cent sales tax fund. While students are asked to check in daily, school assignments will be due on a weekly basis. Information on free internet access for low-income families is below. Qualifying students can sign out a Chromebook from the school they attend on the following dates and times: Chromebook Distribution Date Times Grade Level Parents of Students with Last Names Beginning with: March 19 8am–10am Grade 5 A – M March 19 10am–12pm Grade 5 N – Z March 19 1pm–3pm Grade 4 A – M March 19 3pm-5pm Grade 4 N – Z March 20 8am–10am Grade 3 A – M March 20 10am–12pm Grade 3 N – Z *March 20 1pm–5pm Grades 3 – 5 **March 21 9am–11am Grades 3 – 5 *For families unable to pick up Chromebooks on Thursday **For families unable to pick up Chromebooks on Thursday or Friday FREE INTERNET ACCESS Low-income families in Comcast service areas can receive 60 days of free internet, which includes access to hot spots. This applies to new Comcast customers only. To get Internet Essentials, go to internetessentials.com or call toll-free 1-855-846-8376. The offer is not available in Comcast stores. Comcast will send new customers a self-installation kit, which includes a cable modem and Wi-Fi router. There will be no term contract or credit check and no shipping fee. After 60 days, customers will need to call Comcast to cancel the service or keep it for $9.95 a month. Qualifications: Families enrolled in HUD Housing. Families currently receiving support from these federal programs must provide proof of participation: MEDICAID: copy of card or most recent eligibility letter for an adult in your household (copy of front and back of card required.) Public housing assistance: documentation such as lease, housing assistance payment (HAP) contract, or eligibility documentation from HUD. SNAP: letter indicating you are approved for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits. TANF: eligibility letter for Temporary Assistance for Needy Families. SSI: eligibility letter for Supplemental Security Income. NSLP/Head Start: copy of a letter indicating participation in the National School Lunch Program or Head Start, with child’s name, school name, and address of where you are requesting service. LIHEAP: letter confirming eligibility for Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program. WIC: eligibility letter for the Women, Infants, and Children program. VA Pension: pension eligibility determination letter from the Veterans Administration. Tribal assistance: eligibility letter, including TTANF, FDPIR, etc.