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.
Punta Gorda Man accused of indecent exposure at school bus stop in Punta Gorda The Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a man accused of indecent exposure at a school bus stop in Punta Gorda.
estero 76-acre prescribed burn at Koreshan State Park Park officials are performing a 76-acre prescribed burn at Koreshan State Park.
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.
Punta Gorda Man accused of indecent exposure at school bus stop in Punta Gorda The Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a man accused of indecent exposure at a school bus stop in Punta Gorda.
estero 76-acre prescribed burn at Koreshan State Park Park officials are performing a 76-acre prescribed burn at Koreshan State Park.
A Cape Coral man was killed and another man arrested after their vehicle crashed into a canal early Monday. (Credit: WINK News) A Cape Coral man was killed and another man arrested after their vehicle crashed into a canal early Monday. Police say 24-year-old Kyran Anthony Montes, of Washington state, was driving a 2013 Infinity G37 north at a high rate of speed on Santa Barbara Boulevard North when he continued into a vacant lot at the dead-end at Wilmington Parkway, lost control and eventually ended up in a canal. Kyran Anthony Montes (Credit: LCSO booking photo) Those who live in the normally quiet Cape Coral neighborhood just off Santa Barbara and Wilmington woke up to the scene. “Somebody lost their life. I thought it was horrible, that it happened in my neighborhood. I’m a little shocked because we don’t really hear this kind of stuff or see stuff like this,” said Marc Lorenc, who lives there. Montes left the scene and was found nearby. His passenger, identified as Alex Patrick Pratt, was found inside the submerged car and pronounced dead at the scene. Pratt’s friends, family, and the community are mourning his death. “Any tragedy is horrible. I don’t want to speak on anybody’s behalf, I’ve never lost a child. I know if I lost mine I would be devastated. I feel for that family,” said Lorenc. Montes was taken to the hospital with minor injuries. Police say he is facing charges of DUI manslaughter, DUI property damage, fleeing and eluding, leaving the scene of a crash, and driving while license suspended or revoked. Montes faced a judge Tuesday morning and was given a bond of more than $180,000. He also cannot contact Pratt’s family. Alcohol, drugs and the high rate of speed contributed to the crash, which occurred shortly before 1:30 a.m., according to CCPD. “Either one of those things is extremely dangerous. Put them together and this is the type of thing that happens – sadly,” said Master Corporal Phil Mullen of the Cape Coral Police Department. Police are asking anyone who may have seen the crash or has information to call CCPD at 239-574-3223. You can also submit an anonymous tip through the website, send a message through CCPD’s social media platforms or call Crime Stoppers at 1-800-780-TIPS. Use the Case Report # 20-018420. Police said they are also looking for security video from residences on Santa Barbara Boulevard from Diplomat Parkway to Wilmington Parkway. The victim and passenger Alex Pratt is a Cape Coral native. All throughout the day, people have come to the scene to pay respects to him. One of Pratt’s childhood friends told WINK News Anchor Nicole Gabe that he cannot believe Alex is gone. Montes is in custody at Lee County Jail without set bond.