Matanzas Pass Bridge reopens after being closed for hours after boat crashes into itLittle Pine Island Bridge in Matlacha to temporarily close
FORT MYERS BEACH Matanzas Pass Bridge reopens after being closed for hours after boat crashes into it 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.
Lee County man receives 3 life sentences for molesting child On Monday, a man was found guilty and given three life sentences for molesting a child between 2013 and 2019.
NORTH FORT MYERS Shell Factory & Nature Park to permanently close, land to be sold The Shell Factory & Nature Park has announced its plans to close permanently after 86 years.
WEST PALM BEACH (AP) Suspect in apparent assassination attempt on Trump was near golf course for 12 hours, records show A man suspected in an apparent assassination attempt targeting former President Donald Trump was charged with federal gun crimes.
ESTERO 3 women wanted in Estero for stealing nearly $900 in liquor Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers is seeking information on three women wanted for stealing nearly $900 in liquor from an Estero Publix.
NAPLES Man accused of taking photos of minor in bathroom stall at Naples mall A man has been arrested after allegedly taking photos of an underaged girl from underneath a bathroom stall at a Naples mall.
TICE Fort Myers man accused of kidnapping, sexually assaulting girl to appear in court The Fort Myers man arrested for allegedly kidnapping a young girl and sexually assaulting her at knifepoint is scheduled in court.
CAPE CORAL Stolen car found submerged in Cape Coral canal The Cape Coral Police Department is investigating a reportedly stolen car found submerged in a canal.
CAPE CORAL Shooting near Del Prado Boulevard in Cape Coral injures 1 The Cape Coral Police Department is investigating a shooting that occurred near Del Prado Boulevard South.
FORT MYERS BEACH What’s next for red-tagged properties on Fort Myers Beach? Monday is a make-or-break day for families who have struggled fixing their homes the last two years after Hurricane Ian.
orlando Gov. DeSantis holds news conference in Orlando Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is holding a news conference in Orlando.
The Weather Authority The Weather Authority: Hot and mainly dry Monday afternoon The Weather Authority is tracking a hot start to the workweek as most will stay dry throughout the afternoon.
Fort Myers Death investigation at Target on Dynasty Drive The Fort Myers Police Department is investigating a death at the Target on Dynasty Drive in Fort Myers.
FORT MYERS Displaced resident speaks out after fire at Winkler Apartment Complex For the second time in as many days, a fire broke out at the Retreat at Vista Lake Apartment Complex in Fort Myers.
FORT MYERS BEACH Matanzas Pass Bridge reopens after being closed for hours after boat crashes into it 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.
Lee County man receives 3 life sentences for molesting child On Monday, a man was found guilty and given three life sentences for molesting a child between 2013 and 2019.
NORTH FORT MYERS Shell Factory & Nature Park to permanently close, land to be sold The Shell Factory & Nature Park has announced its plans to close permanently after 86 years.
WEST PALM BEACH (AP) Suspect in apparent assassination attempt on Trump was near golf course for 12 hours, records show A man suspected in an apparent assassination attempt targeting former President Donald Trump was charged with federal gun crimes.
ESTERO 3 women wanted in Estero for stealing nearly $900 in liquor Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers is seeking information on three women wanted for stealing nearly $900 in liquor from an Estero Publix.
NAPLES Man accused of taking photos of minor in bathroom stall at Naples mall A man has been arrested after allegedly taking photos of an underaged girl from underneath a bathroom stall at a Naples mall.
TICE Fort Myers man accused of kidnapping, sexually assaulting girl to appear in court The Fort Myers man arrested for allegedly kidnapping a young girl and sexually assaulting her at knifepoint is scheduled in court.
CAPE CORAL Stolen car found submerged in Cape Coral canal The Cape Coral Police Department is investigating a reportedly stolen car found submerged in a canal.
CAPE CORAL Shooting near Del Prado Boulevard in Cape Coral injures 1 The Cape Coral Police Department is investigating a shooting that occurred near Del Prado Boulevard South.
FORT MYERS BEACH What’s next for red-tagged properties on Fort Myers Beach? Monday is a make-or-break day for families who have struggled fixing their homes the last two years after Hurricane Ian.
orlando Gov. DeSantis holds news conference in Orlando Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is holding a news conference in Orlando.
The Weather Authority The Weather Authority: Hot and mainly dry Monday afternoon The Weather Authority is tracking a hot start to the workweek as most will stay dry throughout the afternoon.
Fort Myers Death investigation at Target on Dynasty Drive The Fort Myers Police Department is investigating a death at the Target on Dynasty Drive in Fort Myers.
FORT MYERS Displaced resident speaks out after fire at Winkler Apartment Complex For the second time in as many days, a fire broke out at the Retreat at Vista Lake Apartment Complex in Fort Myers.
The Florida Highway Patrol released new information about a two-vehicle crash along State Road 82 and Sunshine Boulevard in Lehigh Acres. The crash, which remains under investigation, occurred around 10:30 p.m. Saturday between an SUV and a sedan. On Monday, we learned from an FHP report that the SUV was driven by a 34-year-old Moore Haven man. He is listed in serious condition. He had 4 passengers, all from Lehigh Acres: a 35-year-old woman who was killed and three men, 19, 17 and 34, who were all last listed in critical condition. The person in the sedan, an 18-year-old woman, also died in the crash. Troopers told WINK News the SUV was traveling west on State Road 82 at a high rate of speed as it approached the intersection with Sunshine Boulevard. RELATED: State Road 82: A road marked by tragedy and a plea for safety improvements At the same time, the sedan traveled east in the left turn lane of State Road 82, approaching the same intersection. As the sedan turned left, the front of the SUV collided with the right side of the sedan. Troopers have not identified any of the people involved in the crash beyond their ages. This intersection is one of several targeted by the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) for safety improvements. FDOT plans to add a traffic signal at Sunshine Boulevard on SR 82, aiming to reduce the number of severe crashes. FDOT’s planned safety measures Traffic Signal Installation: FDOT says a new traffic signal will be installed at the Sunshine Boulevard intersection to manage the flow of traffic and improve safety. Median Modifications: Left turns from side streets onto SR 82 will be prohibited. Instead, drivers will be directed to turn right and make U-turns at adjacent intersections. Temporary Curbing: FDOT is considering the installation of temporary curbing at seven intersections along SR 82 to better direct traffic and prevent accidents. FDOT District One says it has been actively studying crash data along the SR 82 corridor. They held a public meeting on April 11th to gather local input and are seeking funding for both temporary and permanent solutions. The planned interim median modifications are scheduled for installation during the summer. While WINK News was getting video of the road, Monday, people turning left or right were physically stopping their cars, rolling down the window, and telling us, “we need lights!” FDOT did not respond to requests for comment, likely due to it being Memorial Day.