Locals react to the Trump and Biden debate In Southwest Florida, the first presidential debate is still fresh on many people’s minds, and opinions differ on which candidate did better.
NORTH FORT MYERS Injured eagle found on busy road in North Fort Myers Eagles have a special place here in southwest Florida. Whether it’s the Southwest Florida eagle cam nest that many tune into during eagle mating season or eagles being cared for and rehabilitated by CROW.
The Weather Authority Beryl strengthens to first major hurricane of 2024; reaches Category 4 Hurricane Beryl continues to rapidly intensify.
NAPLES Suspect arrested after leading police on chase A suspect has been arrested after leading Collier County deputies on a chase overnight.
SANIBEL Hurricane Preparedness for RV and Trailer Homes The city of Sanibel has released new information for RV and trailer owners for hurricane season.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA The Weather Authority: Increased chances for showers and storms in the afternoon and evening Temperatures will be a couple of degrees cooler due to cloud cover.
Tracking domestic violence calls in Collier County Domestic violence: it’s one of Collier County’s best-kept secrets.
NAPLES Naples practice comes under fire from a former employee A Naples dermatology practice acknowledges it had issues when it first opened two years ago but says those issues are now behind them.
IMMOKALEE Jaguars RB D’Ernest Johnson hosts football camp in Immokalee Jacksonville Jaguars RB D’Ernest Johnson returned to his hometown of Immokalee for football camp.
CAPE CORAL Locals gather to protect Jaycee Park We will not quit: that is what people are saying who don’t want Jaycee Park in Cape Coral to change.
Lee County Domestic Animal Services hosts Check the Chip event What is more important than keeping your family together? Lee County Domestic Animal Services made keeping track of all your family members easier on Saturday with their Check the Chip event.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA WINK Neighborhood Watch: Voyeurism, theft, and chatroom predator This week’s segment of WINK Neighborhood Watch features: Vouyerism, a retail theft ring, and an online predator.
BUCKINGHAM Lee County deputy suffers head injury after getting hit by a car Lee County Deputy injured after being hit by a car while working a crash scene.
Southwest Florida The Weather Authority: Classic Southwest Florida summer day Bring on the heat! It’s going to be a typical SWFL summer day with scattered storms and temperatures reaching the mid-90s.
AVE MARIA Ave Maria business faces constant flooding due to rain Years of hard work were ruined by a leaky roof that destroyed merchandise and covered the floor in water.
Locals react to the Trump and Biden debate In Southwest Florida, the first presidential debate is still fresh on many people’s minds, and opinions differ on which candidate did better.
NORTH FORT MYERS Injured eagle found on busy road in North Fort Myers Eagles have a special place here in southwest Florida. Whether it’s the Southwest Florida eagle cam nest that many tune into during eagle mating season or eagles being cared for and rehabilitated by CROW.
The Weather Authority Beryl strengthens to first major hurricane of 2024; reaches Category 4 Hurricane Beryl continues to rapidly intensify.
NAPLES Suspect arrested after leading police on chase A suspect has been arrested after leading Collier County deputies on a chase overnight.
SANIBEL Hurricane Preparedness for RV and Trailer Homes The city of Sanibel has released new information for RV and trailer owners for hurricane season.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA The Weather Authority: Increased chances for showers and storms in the afternoon and evening Temperatures will be a couple of degrees cooler due to cloud cover.
Tracking domestic violence calls in Collier County Domestic violence: it’s one of Collier County’s best-kept secrets.
NAPLES Naples practice comes under fire from a former employee A Naples dermatology practice acknowledges it had issues when it first opened two years ago but says those issues are now behind them.
IMMOKALEE Jaguars RB D’Ernest Johnson hosts football camp in Immokalee Jacksonville Jaguars RB D’Ernest Johnson returned to his hometown of Immokalee for football camp.
CAPE CORAL Locals gather to protect Jaycee Park We will not quit: that is what people are saying who don’t want Jaycee Park in Cape Coral to change.
Lee County Domestic Animal Services hosts Check the Chip event What is more important than keeping your family together? Lee County Domestic Animal Services made keeping track of all your family members easier on Saturday with their Check the Chip event.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA WINK Neighborhood Watch: Voyeurism, theft, and chatroom predator This week’s segment of WINK Neighborhood Watch features: Vouyerism, a retail theft ring, and an online predator.
BUCKINGHAM Lee County deputy suffers head injury after getting hit by a car Lee County Deputy injured after being hit by a car while working a crash scene.
Southwest Florida The Weather Authority: Classic Southwest Florida summer day Bring on the heat! It’s going to be a typical SWFL summer day with scattered storms and temperatures reaching the mid-90s.
AVE MARIA Ave Maria business faces constant flooding due to rain Years of hard work were ruined by a leaky roof that destroyed merchandise and covered the floor in water.
Nearly 48 million Americans watched Thursday night’s presidential debate between President Joe Biden and Former President Donald Trump. One of the biggest topics discussed was how both candidates would persuade minority voters. A recent poll shows that Biden leads the Black voters by 42% while Trump leads by 40% according to IPSOS. People throughout Southwest Florida said the debate was hard to watch. “To be honest, I could not tolerate the entire 90 minutes because, after 60 minutes, I had an idea of what was going to occur,” said Gerri Ware, Civil Rights Advocate. A variety of topics occurred during the debate, from inflation to climate change to taking personal jabs at each other. Despite that, Ware said she believes Biden can still be president despite what political pundits say. “I’m 82, so I can understand, but I do not feel that person’s physical ability has anything to do with their cognitive skills, and that’s evident,” said Ware. “How can you judge a person’s performance of four years and 90 minutes?” Throughout the first four years of Biden’s presidency, he said he’s provided more jobs thousands of jobs for minority communities. “We provided thousands of millions of jobs for individuals for involved communities, including minority communities,” said President Biden. “We’re providing for equity, equity and making sure people have a shot to make it.” Yvette Benarroach, a candidate for State House District 81, said the Biden Administration has not done enough to address inflation. “I mean, families are struggling, the cost of living has risen, and we have to decide if we’re going to put gas in the car or buy food,” said Benarroach. It’s [a] really scary time for families.” Benarroch is also a Republican who believes Trump’s policies will help to move this country forward. “I’m a supporter of President Trump. I think he did great,” said Benarroch. We just have to get him across the finish line because we do need him back in the White House.” Others, like Michael Barns, a Pastor and business owner, are undecided about who he’ll vote for in this upcoming election. “There are some challenges for what people stand for as a Christian; I disagree with both parties,” said Barns. “I think that overall, every administration can only do so much.” One thing most people agree with is making sure their voices are heard at the poll this November. “I encourage everyone, not only Latino voters, not only Black voters, everyone to go out and vote,” said Benarroch. “Remember, the vote is your voice.” President Biden and former President Trump have agreed to one more debate before the election. The two will square off again on September 10.