Fatal crash reported on Bell Blvd and SR-82 in Lee CountyHere’s what’s open and closed on New Year’s Day 2025
Fatal crash reported on Bell Blvd and SR-82 in Lee County The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating a fatal crash involving a three-passenger vehicle in Lee County.
CBS News Here’s what’s open and closed on New Year’s Day 2025 The new year, 2025, is upon us. While banks, post offices and major stock exchanges are closed on New Year’s Day, which is a federal holiday, you’ll find that many retailers will be open, although hours may be limited.
the weather authority Dense fog advisory issued for SWFL; slightly above-average temps this Wednesday The Weather Authority is tracking dense fog this Wednesday morning, then slightly above-average afternoon temperatures.
NORTH FORT MYERS North Fort Myers homeowner uses resourcefulness after FEMA ultimatum Roger Horton’s house is getting a 13.7 foot FEMA regulated facelift. His North Fort Myers home flooded during Hurricane Ian.
NAPLES Plane carrying 4 crashes near Naples Airport A plane has crashed on a public road outside of the airfield at the Naples Airport.
FORT MYERS Downtown Fort Myers rings in 2025 with vibrant New Year’s Eve celebration The fog may have rolled in, but it hasn’t stopped crowds from gathering in downtown Fort Myers for the city’s signature New Year’s Eve celebration, the Downtown Countdown, to ring in 2025.
Crash on Alligator Alley highlights risks for roadside workers A Florida Department of Transportation road ranger is lucky to be alive after he was nearly hit by a car on the side of Interstate 75 while helping a stranded motorist.
NAPLES Naples cancels annual NYE fireworks, drawing community criticism The City of Naples has canceled its annual New Year’s Eve fireworks display near the Naples Pier, and now county leaders are voicing their displeasure and accusing the city of poor planning.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral celebrates New Year’s Eve with family fun and fireworks Cape Coral is ringing in the new year with a vibrant celebration featuring food, music, games, and not one but two ball drops, offering something for everyone in the family.
New Year’s resolution tips ahead of 2025 As one year ends and another begins, it’s common for us to think of changes we want to make.
PUNTA GORDA Remembering fallen Marine, victim of murder-suicide 1 year ago A Marine was shot and killed at the Port of the Islands Resort on New Year’s Eve last year by a former employee, but his memory lives on in Angels for Heroes.
FORT MYERS BEACH New Year’s Eve crowds fill Fort Myers Beach for fireworks Southwest Florida is kicking off the New Year in style as crowds pack Fort Myers Beach for a lively celebration featuring fireworks, fun and excitement.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral Fire Department offers fireworks safety tips for New Year’s Eve As the New Year’s Eve festivities approach, the Cape Coral Fire Department is reminding residents to prioritize safety when using fireworks.
FORT MYERS Man accused of stealing several hundred dollars worth of merchandise from Target A man is accused of going into the Target on San Carlos Boulevard on Christmas Eve and attempting to steal several hundred dollars worth of merchandise.
Charlotte County Deputy Chief of Fire accused of DUI Charlotte County’s Deputy Chief of Fire and EMS is in some hot water after he was arrested for allegedly driving under the influence.
Fatal crash reported on Bell Blvd and SR-82 in Lee County The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating a fatal crash involving a three-passenger vehicle in Lee County.
CBS News Here’s what’s open and closed on New Year’s Day 2025 The new year, 2025, is upon us. While banks, post offices and major stock exchanges are closed on New Year’s Day, which is a federal holiday, you’ll find that many retailers will be open, although hours may be limited.
the weather authority Dense fog advisory issued for SWFL; slightly above-average temps this Wednesday The Weather Authority is tracking dense fog this Wednesday morning, then slightly above-average afternoon temperatures.
NORTH FORT MYERS North Fort Myers homeowner uses resourcefulness after FEMA ultimatum Roger Horton’s house is getting a 13.7 foot FEMA regulated facelift. His North Fort Myers home flooded during Hurricane Ian.
NAPLES Plane carrying 4 crashes near Naples Airport A plane has crashed on a public road outside of the airfield at the Naples Airport.
FORT MYERS Downtown Fort Myers rings in 2025 with vibrant New Year’s Eve celebration The fog may have rolled in, but it hasn’t stopped crowds from gathering in downtown Fort Myers for the city’s signature New Year’s Eve celebration, the Downtown Countdown, to ring in 2025.
Crash on Alligator Alley highlights risks for roadside workers A Florida Department of Transportation road ranger is lucky to be alive after he was nearly hit by a car on the side of Interstate 75 while helping a stranded motorist.
NAPLES Naples cancels annual NYE fireworks, drawing community criticism The City of Naples has canceled its annual New Year’s Eve fireworks display near the Naples Pier, and now county leaders are voicing their displeasure and accusing the city of poor planning.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral celebrates New Year’s Eve with family fun and fireworks Cape Coral is ringing in the new year with a vibrant celebration featuring food, music, games, and not one but two ball drops, offering something for everyone in the family.
New Year’s resolution tips ahead of 2025 As one year ends and another begins, it’s common for us to think of changes we want to make.
PUNTA GORDA Remembering fallen Marine, victim of murder-suicide 1 year ago A Marine was shot and killed at the Port of the Islands Resort on New Year’s Eve last year by a former employee, but his memory lives on in Angels for Heroes.
FORT MYERS BEACH New Year’s Eve crowds fill Fort Myers Beach for fireworks Southwest Florida is kicking off the New Year in style as crowds pack Fort Myers Beach for a lively celebration featuring fireworks, fun and excitement.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral Fire Department offers fireworks safety tips for New Year’s Eve As the New Year’s Eve festivities approach, the Cape Coral Fire Department is reminding residents to prioritize safety when using fireworks.
FORT MYERS Man accused of stealing several hundred dollars worth of merchandise from Target A man is accused of going into the Target on San Carlos Boulevard on Christmas Eve and attempting to steal several hundred dollars worth of merchandise.
Charlotte County Deputy Chief of Fire accused of DUI Charlotte County’s Deputy Chief of Fire and EMS is in some hot water after he was arrested for allegedly driving under the influence.
School threats by young students have been a trend in Southwest Florida. (CREDIT: WINK News) Many of you, especially parents, are aware of the threats of violence in schools and weapons brought to campus recently. Over the past couple of months, we’ve seen an increasing number of student arrests. From two teens accused of plotting a Columbine-style shooting at Harns Marsh Middle School last month to a gun found in a backpack at East Lee County High School. There were three new threats made in Collier County Public Schools on Friday. Those threats were made at Immokalee, Lely and Palmetto Ridge High Schools, respectively. And, it happened in Hendry and DeSoto Counties as well. David Thomas is a professor of Forensic Studies at FGCU and studies school threats and violence. WINK News asked what could be causing so many of these threats to happen and be exposed. School threats are becoming far too common across Southwest Florida. Terry is a mother of a Collier County student. “You’re terrified when you hear something like this because you don’t know if it’s real or not,” she said. Avier Jonhson is a DeSoto County parent. “Hearing that right there kind of got me kind of concerned,” said Johnson. Mari Cruz is also a DeSoto County parent. “It’s really concerning because you want your kids to go to school and be safe there,” Cruz said. On Friday alone, investigators had to look into school threats made in DeSoto, Hendry and Collier Counties. And, there were multiple other students arrested in Lee County this week. “Pick a day in this country, you will see that there is either some threat or there is some shooting. To the point where it has almost become commonplace, which is pretty scary,” said Thomas. Thomas says that in the past, some counties have increased punishments as a deterrent for threatening violence in this way. “I think when there are pranksters and they don’t have mental health issues, sure, that takes care of one group of students… one group of kids,” Thomas said. “But on the other side of this coin, is you have a series of kids who have mental health issues.” Thomas believes the idea of making a school threat may already be in the minds of some students. So, seeing one happen could lead to other threats. “It could be that they’ve thought about it and now this validates it. That incident validates it,” he said. He also says that kids need positive role models and healthy coping mechanisms in their lives. However, many students don’t have those things. “Our babysitter for our kids has become technology… computers, tablets, cell phones. And we allow our kids to bury their heads in there for hours without ever intervening in what they’re watching,” said Thomas. Thomas did point to two other factors as well. He said many kids were learning from home during the pandemic, so there could have been increasing social pressure. He also thinks bullying could be playing a role. MORE: If your child is a victim of bullying, the Charlotte, Collier and Lee County School Districts have resources available to them. Collier County Lee County Charlotte County