The Weather Authority: Hot temperatures, rain, and we’re watching the tropicsWoodpeckers build home in Alva woman’s house
Southwest Florida The Weather Authority: Hot temperatures, rain, and we’re watching the tropics Get ready for a typical Southwest Florida weekend. It’s going to feel like the triple digits before rain rolls in and we’re watching the tropics.
ALVA Woodpeckers build home in Alva woman’s house You may have heard of squatters, but this woman is dealing with squawkers. Who needs a rooster to wake up when you have woodpeckers?
FORT MYERS Man claims he was trapped in a high-rise for 5 days A 77-year-old man wants justice after he claims he spent days trapped on the 24th floor of a high-rise apartment building.
PUNTA GORDA Charlotte Correctional prisoner arrested for death of another inmate State Attorney Amira Fox convened a grand jury, which decided to move forward with a case against a Charlotte Correctional inmate.
SANIBEL Construction near Dairy Queen eagle nest on Sanibel raises concerns While many eagle nests may be a bit difficult to see, one nest has always been a favorite for Sanibel residents and tourists.
The environmental effects of artificial sweeteners Experts are studying how the foods we eat affect the environment, especially after we flush our waste down the toilet.
Victim reacts to man exposing himself to her Ring camera You get a notification on your phone from your ring camera app that someone is at the door, only to find out it is someone exposing themselves. It’s the last thing victim Maria Kivi wanted or expected to see last week.
LEE COUNTY The art of capturing your eye and drawing you in How do you capture young, hip, trendy, fun, movers and shakers, all in a pose? We take you behind the scenes of a Gulfshore Life cover shoot.
FORT MYERS The lives of two SJC Boxers changed in the ring Two SJC Boxers, Mario Nunez and Arbon Kurtishi, help each other in the ring as each of them had their lives changed because of boxing.
FORT MYERS Chlamydia cases rising sharply in Lee County If you think about a crowded space- something with more than 250 people- if it’s in Lee county, statistically one person has chlamydia.
SANIBEL Sanibel resort day passes hope to get more business on the island A pass will allow vacationers to hang out at a Sanibel beach club for a day in hopes of drumming up some business.
Voting equipment tested ahead of Lee County elections Voting equipment is being tested in Lee County. This is to ensure all ballots are printed and counted correctly for the upcoming election.
Collier County teen assaulted after leaving party The teen has been charged and the sheriff’s office said they’re aware that many believe felony charges are in order, but under Florida law, there are very specific criteria that must be met for felony charges to be filed.
WINK weather team watching tropical wave over Atlantic Ocean The Weather Authority is watching a tropical disturbance over the Central Atlantic Ocean.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral drug bust leads investigators to fake fentanyl, cash and guns Cape Coral man arrest on drug charges. Investigators said they found, guns, drugs, and more than $32,000 in Richard Riley’s home.
Southwest Florida The Weather Authority: Hot temperatures, rain, and we’re watching the tropics Get ready for a typical Southwest Florida weekend. It’s going to feel like the triple digits before rain rolls in and we’re watching the tropics.
ALVA Woodpeckers build home in Alva woman’s house You may have heard of squatters, but this woman is dealing with squawkers. Who needs a rooster to wake up when you have woodpeckers?
FORT MYERS Man claims he was trapped in a high-rise for 5 days A 77-year-old man wants justice after he claims he spent days trapped on the 24th floor of a high-rise apartment building.
PUNTA GORDA Charlotte Correctional prisoner arrested for death of another inmate State Attorney Amira Fox convened a grand jury, which decided to move forward with a case against a Charlotte Correctional inmate.
SANIBEL Construction near Dairy Queen eagle nest on Sanibel raises concerns While many eagle nests may be a bit difficult to see, one nest has always been a favorite for Sanibel residents and tourists.
The environmental effects of artificial sweeteners Experts are studying how the foods we eat affect the environment, especially after we flush our waste down the toilet.
Victim reacts to man exposing himself to her Ring camera You get a notification on your phone from your ring camera app that someone is at the door, only to find out it is someone exposing themselves. It’s the last thing victim Maria Kivi wanted or expected to see last week.
LEE COUNTY The art of capturing your eye and drawing you in How do you capture young, hip, trendy, fun, movers and shakers, all in a pose? We take you behind the scenes of a Gulfshore Life cover shoot.
FORT MYERS The lives of two SJC Boxers changed in the ring Two SJC Boxers, Mario Nunez and Arbon Kurtishi, help each other in the ring as each of them had their lives changed because of boxing.
FORT MYERS Chlamydia cases rising sharply in Lee County If you think about a crowded space- something with more than 250 people- if it’s in Lee county, statistically one person has chlamydia.
SANIBEL Sanibel resort day passes hope to get more business on the island A pass will allow vacationers to hang out at a Sanibel beach club for a day in hopes of drumming up some business.
Voting equipment tested ahead of Lee County elections Voting equipment is being tested in Lee County. This is to ensure all ballots are printed and counted correctly for the upcoming election.
Collier County teen assaulted after leaving party The teen has been charged and the sheriff’s office said they’re aware that many believe felony charges are in order, but under Florida law, there are very specific criteria that must be met for felony charges to be filed.
WINK weather team watching tropical wave over Atlantic Ocean The Weather Authority is watching a tropical disturbance over the Central Atlantic Ocean.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral drug bust leads investigators to fake fentanyl, cash and guns Cape Coral man arrest on drug charges. Investigators said they found, guns, drugs, and more than $32,000 in Richard Riley’s home.
Danielle Blackburn. Credit: Fort Myers Police Department A father is desperate for closure 13 years after his daughter was killed. He’s calling on the community to come forward if they know anything about her death. On Feb. 10, 2009, at around 11:07 a.m., the Fort Myers Police Department arrived at Maplecrest Apartments, on Crestwood Lake Circle, Apt. 108, after a call about an unconscious woman. The woman, 21-year-old Danielle Blackburn, was found lying in a bathtub off the main hallway of the apartment. Blackburn was limited in her mobility due to multiple sclerosis and could not defend herself against her assailant. She was a mother getting ready for her 22nd birthday. Investigators said it was a red flag when Danielle was found in the tub because there was no way she could have gotten in there without help. Danielle’s family, including her now teenage daughter, get together each year on the day she died. They hope by next year, someone will be charged for her death. “Every year, when this comes around, it’s a very difficult time for the family,” said Danielle’s father Don Blackburn. Danielle was only 21-years-old when she was killed inside her Fort Myers apartment. 13 long years have passed for her family, and all they want is justice. Her father said, “if somebody does know something they probably… It’s something they’re carrying around with them all these years and may want to get it off their chest. So, we’re just hoping that if you know something, do the right thing.” “Every anniversary, we usually have a dinner and, you know, think about her and just give her the respect, you know, that she deserves,” said Don. Danielle Blackburn. Credit: Fort Myers Police Department At the time of her death, Blackburn was in a relationship with Connell Carroll, with whom she had several violent interactions. According to SWFL Crime Stoppers, she had to secure a domestic violence injunction against Carroll on at least one occasion. Two years after Danielle’s death, Carroll was arrested for the murder of a woman, for which he is now serving a life sentence in prison. Investigators say there are persons of interest in Danielle’s case, but there isn’t enough evidence to bring charges. That is where you come in. Investigators hope someone knows what happened to her and will do the right thing. Southwest Florida Crimestoppers Coordinator Trish Routte said, “her family needs to know what happened. She’s got a daughter who’s now a teenager. She needs to know what happened to her mom.” Fort Myers police want to speak with anyone who knows what happened to Danielle, including those who may have seen an adult male, who she was familiar with, at or near her apartment that morning. There is still a reward being offered for the arrest of the person responsible. If you have information and wish to remain anonymous, you can contact SWFL Crime Stoppers at 1-800-780-8477, submit a tip on the P3 Tips mobile app or contact the FMPD cold case unit directly at (239) 321-8040.