NAPLES Veterans hit the water in Naples Every September, a local group of captains and anglers hosts an event to take soldiers on the water. More than 130 troops and 65 captains were at the Naples Take a Soldier Fishing event.
Collier County teachers reach contract agreement Collier County teachers have come to an agreement with the school district in their contract negotiations.
NORTH PORT North Port Police searching for man who struck officer with car The North Port Police Department is on the search for a man who committed battery on an officer, among other charges.
FORT MYERS Victim of childhood sexual abuse speaks out after abuser receives 3 life sentences A survivor of childhood sexual abuse finally feels free after her abuser receives three life sentences.
No bond for Tice man accused of kidnaping and sexual assault A man accused of kidnapping and sexual assault will be held without bond.
CAPE CORAL 13th annual 239 Fest to showcase 16 local punk, ska and reggae bands The 13th edition of 239 Fest is coming next month and will feature 16 local punk, ska and reggae bands.
FORT MYERS BEACH Witnesses react to boat getting stuck under Matanzas Pass Bridge While the boat has since gotten out from underneath the bridge, it’s raised some questions about safety for onlookers.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Splash the otter, the unlikely hero bringing families closure Mike Hadsell has trained many animals in his lifetime, but the newest member of Peace River K9 Search and Rescue dive team, Splash the Asian small-clawed otter, is a first, even for him.
FORT MYERS Scrolling on your cell phone may be bad for your health; FGCU professor weighs in Scrolling through your phone might seem like a fun way to pass the time, but new research shows it can actually make you feel even more bored and unhappy.
WEST PALM BEACH DeSantis launches investigation into 2nd assassination attempt on Trump Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said he will personally oversee the investigation into the second assassination attempt on former President Trump.
FHP reveals details behind crash that killed 4 young people A mangled car is all that remains from a crash that took the lives of four young people.
FORT MYERS 2 fires in 24 hours displace families in Fort Myers Two vicious fires left families’ homes and lives in ruins. Now, we are learning what help they are getting until their lives can be put back together.
Trump assassination attempt suspect removed serial number from gun Law enforcement is holding a press conference on the attempt of former President Donald Trump’s life at his West Palm Beach golf course.
FORT MYERS BEACH Matanzas Pass Bridge reopens after boat crashes into it, closing it for hours The Matanzas Pass Bridge has reopened to traffic after it was shut down for hours when a boat crashed into it.
MATLACHA Little Pine Island Bridge in Matlacha to temporarily close The Florida Department of Transportation has announced the temporary closure of the Little Pine Island Bridge.
NAPLES Veterans hit the water in Naples Every September, a local group of captains and anglers hosts an event to take soldiers on the water. More than 130 troops and 65 captains were at the Naples Take a Soldier Fishing event.
Collier County teachers reach contract agreement Collier County teachers have come to an agreement with the school district in their contract negotiations.
NORTH PORT North Port Police searching for man who struck officer with car The North Port Police Department is on the search for a man who committed battery on an officer, among other charges.
FORT MYERS Victim of childhood sexual abuse speaks out after abuser receives 3 life sentences A survivor of childhood sexual abuse finally feels free after her abuser receives three life sentences.
No bond for Tice man accused of kidnaping and sexual assault A man accused of kidnapping and sexual assault will be held without bond.
CAPE CORAL 13th annual 239 Fest to showcase 16 local punk, ska and reggae bands The 13th edition of 239 Fest is coming next month and will feature 16 local punk, ska and reggae bands.
FORT MYERS BEACH Witnesses react to boat getting stuck under Matanzas Pass Bridge While the boat has since gotten out from underneath the bridge, it’s raised some questions about safety for onlookers.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Splash the otter, the unlikely hero bringing families closure Mike Hadsell has trained many animals in his lifetime, but the newest member of Peace River K9 Search and Rescue dive team, Splash the Asian small-clawed otter, is a first, even for him.
FORT MYERS Scrolling on your cell phone may be bad for your health; FGCU professor weighs in Scrolling through your phone might seem like a fun way to pass the time, but new research shows it can actually make you feel even more bored and unhappy.
WEST PALM BEACH DeSantis launches investigation into 2nd assassination attempt on Trump Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said he will personally oversee the investigation into the second assassination attempt on former President Trump.
FHP reveals details behind crash that killed 4 young people A mangled car is all that remains from a crash that took the lives of four young people.
FORT MYERS 2 fires in 24 hours displace families in Fort Myers Two vicious fires left families’ homes and lives in ruins. Now, we are learning what help they are getting until their lives can be put back together.
Trump assassination attempt suspect removed serial number from gun Law enforcement is holding a press conference on the attempt of former President Donald Trump’s life at his West Palm Beach golf course.
FORT MYERS BEACH Matanzas Pass Bridge reopens after boat crashes into it, closing it for hours The Matanzas Pass Bridge has reopened to traffic after it was shut down for hours when a boat crashed into it.
MATLACHA Little Pine Island Bridge in Matlacha to temporarily close The Florida Department of Transportation has announced the temporary closure of the Little Pine Island Bridge.
Photos of the damage done to the two boats in Cape Coral on May 6, 2022. (Credit: FWC) The Cape Coral Waterway Advisory Board is set to discuss a boat crash in May that resulted in a man being arrested for boating under the influence. Eric Roberts, 34. (Credit: Lee County Sheriff’s office) According to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, 34-year-old Eric Roberts was arrested after two boats collided at the entrance to a canal near Tarpon Point in Cape Coral on May 6. Location of May 6, 2022 boat crash. (Credit Google and FWC) Based on an accident report from FWC, Roberts was traveling into the canal at a speed of 25 to 30 miles per hour when he took a blind corner and hit the back of a boat that was also headed into the canal. They say the canal was calm and the weather was good. FWC said Robert’s boat ramped up onto the back of the other boat and was prevented from completely crossing over the top because of the T-top on the other boat that stopped Robert’s boat’s momentum. Photo of the damage done to the boat in Cape Coral on May 6, 2022. (Credit: FWC) Photo of the damage done to the boat in Cape Coral on May 6, 2022. (Credit: FWC) Officers with FWC said Robert’s boat had two people on board, and the boat he hit had six people. They say one person on the boat that was hit was hurt. Armando Diferdinando recalls his boating day on May 6th. “We were going to anchor and have a great day on Sanibel and then come back for a nice dinner at their house. And it was a gorgeous day,” said Diferdinando. That is until another boat crashed into his. “It was horrific. And when I got up and turned around, I heard Pete yelling,” said Diferdinando. Pete is the owner of the boat in which Diferdinando was riding. Cape Coral’s waterway advisory board plans to discuss the boating crash during its meeting Thursday. A city spokesperson said boating safety is an important topic to the board. Diferdinando hopes the crash prompts change. “If somebody was would have been in that stern of that boat. Somebody would have been a lot more seriously injured if not died,” Diferdinando said. Florida Fish and Wildlife says the driver responsible for the crash was drunk. He now faces charges. “There is no winner in this situation. Pete still doesn’t have a boat. How a beautiful great great day on Sanibel Island, having a blast with our friends can in an instant turn be your worst day in the boat ever in my life,” said Diferdinando. Diferdinando said that despite the trouble on the water, he still plans on enjoying his new Florida home and will not shy away from boat rides. Roberts was given a field sobriety test, and officers said the results showed he was too impaired to be driving a boat. He was charged with boating under the influence and released on a $1,500 bond. The Cape Coral Waterway Advisory Board is planning on discussing the crash during their meeting on Thursday.