Lee County Sheriff’s Deputies investigating North Fort Myers shootingBishop of the Diocese of Venice releases statement following sexual abuse allegations by SWFL priest
NORTH FORT MYERS Lee County Sheriff’s Deputies investigating North Fort Myers shooting A shooting investigation is underway in North Fort Myers.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Bishop of the Diocese of Venice releases statement following sexual abuse allegations by SWFL priest The Bishop of the Diocese of Venice is speaking out after Charlotte County Reverend Leo Riley was arrested on five counts of sexual battery stemming from his past work as a priest in Iowa.
NEW YORK (AP) Biden officials indefinitely postpone ban on menthol cigarettes amid election-year pushback President Joe Biden’s administration is indefinitely delaying a long-awaited menthol cigarette ban, a decision that infuriated anti-smoking advocates but could avoid a political backlash from Black voters in November.
FORT MYERS Gone but not forgotten: Traveling Vietnam Memorial pays tribute to veterans A powerful symbol of honor and remembrance is standing proudly here in Southwest Florida. The Traveling Vietnam Memorial Wall is open to the public, a reminder of those we lost who served our country.
LEE COUNTY Two arrested for street racing in Lee County Two people have been arrested for street racing in Lee County according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
CAPE CORAL Boaters with rifles seen in Cape Coral canal On an average day, it’s pretty common to see people fishing or swimming in a canal. One neighbor in Cape Coral saw something unusual in his backyard Friday afternoon.
FORT MYERS Car flips, one sent to hospital after two car crash in Fort Myers A crash involving at least two vehicles sent one person to the hospital.
The Weather Authority: Clouds, sunshine, wind, and the possibility of a brief shower for your Sunday Clouds and occasional sunshine this Sunday. A few brief showers are possible late in the afternoon and this evening.
TALLAHASSEE (CBS) Governor DeSantis signs AI and vape bills Gov. Ron DeSantis on Friday signed 28 bills, including a measure requiring disclaimers on certain political ads created using artificial intelligence and a bill about regulation of vape products.
ESTERO Gold Star Golf Tournament honors fallen veteran Behind each putt and swing of a golf club at the Gold Star Golf Tournament is someone who knew John Wirka Junior.
NEW YORK (AP) How TikTok grew from a fun app for teens into a potential national security threat If it feels like TikTok has been around forever, that’s probably because it has, at least if you’re measuring via internet time. What’s now in question is whether it will be around much longer and, if so, in what form?
FORT MYERS Man wanted for armed robbery at Fort Myers convenience store Crime Stoppers is asking the public for help identifying an armed robber who held up a convenience store Saturday morning.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA WINK Neighborhood Watch: Rifles, inappropriate texts and Donut shop debacle This week’s segment of WINK Neighborhood Watch features a scary mall trip, an inappropriate coach, and a Dunkin Donuts assault.
The Weather Authority: Sunny Saturday with a nice breeze; fire danger increases Warm temperatures for your Saturday with a nice breeze into the afternoon.
NORTH NAPLES Senior Airman surprises cousin on Aubrey Rogers softball senior night Aubrey Rogers senior pitcher and infielder McKenzie Vargas was surprised by her Air Force cousin for Senior Night.
NORTH FORT MYERS Lee County Sheriff’s Deputies investigating North Fort Myers shooting A shooting investigation is underway in North Fort Myers.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Bishop of the Diocese of Venice releases statement following sexual abuse allegations by SWFL priest The Bishop of the Diocese of Venice is speaking out after Charlotte County Reverend Leo Riley was arrested on five counts of sexual battery stemming from his past work as a priest in Iowa.
NEW YORK (AP) Biden officials indefinitely postpone ban on menthol cigarettes amid election-year pushback President Joe Biden’s administration is indefinitely delaying a long-awaited menthol cigarette ban, a decision that infuriated anti-smoking advocates but could avoid a political backlash from Black voters in November.
FORT MYERS Gone but not forgotten: Traveling Vietnam Memorial pays tribute to veterans A powerful symbol of honor and remembrance is standing proudly here in Southwest Florida. The Traveling Vietnam Memorial Wall is open to the public, a reminder of those we lost who served our country.
LEE COUNTY Two arrested for street racing in Lee County Two people have been arrested for street racing in Lee County according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
CAPE CORAL Boaters with rifles seen in Cape Coral canal On an average day, it’s pretty common to see people fishing or swimming in a canal. One neighbor in Cape Coral saw something unusual in his backyard Friday afternoon.
FORT MYERS Car flips, one sent to hospital after two car crash in Fort Myers A crash involving at least two vehicles sent one person to the hospital.
The Weather Authority: Clouds, sunshine, wind, and the possibility of a brief shower for your Sunday Clouds and occasional sunshine this Sunday. A few brief showers are possible late in the afternoon and this evening.
TALLAHASSEE (CBS) Governor DeSantis signs AI and vape bills Gov. Ron DeSantis on Friday signed 28 bills, including a measure requiring disclaimers on certain political ads created using artificial intelligence and a bill about regulation of vape products.
ESTERO Gold Star Golf Tournament honors fallen veteran Behind each putt and swing of a golf club at the Gold Star Golf Tournament is someone who knew John Wirka Junior.
NEW YORK (AP) How TikTok grew from a fun app for teens into a potential national security threat If it feels like TikTok has been around forever, that’s probably because it has, at least if you’re measuring via internet time. What’s now in question is whether it will be around much longer and, if so, in what form?
FORT MYERS Man wanted for armed robbery at Fort Myers convenience store Crime Stoppers is asking the public for help identifying an armed robber who held up a convenience store Saturday morning.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA WINK Neighborhood Watch: Rifles, inappropriate texts and Donut shop debacle This week’s segment of WINK Neighborhood Watch features a scary mall trip, an inappropriate coach, and a Dunkin Donuts assault.
The Weather Authority: Sunny Saturday with a nice breeze; fire danger increases Warm temperatures for your Saturday with a nice breeze into the afternoon.
NORTH NAPLES Senior Airman surprises cousin on Aubrey Rogers softball senior night Aubrey Rogers senior pitcher and infielder McKenzie Vargas was surprised by her Air Force cousin for Senior Night.
SWFL Nonprofit’s test kits allow SWFL fishermen to measure water quality Fishermen are directly focused on fighting the water crisis in Southwest Florida. They are looking for solutions to prevent blue-green algae and red tide from plaguing our shores. A local nonprofit will teach local fishermen ways to monitor water quality and combat negative changes. Local fishermen are being trained to test the waters they fish […]
ESTERO Researchers try to pinpoint disease-spreading bacteria in the Estero River The Estero River is beautiful, but tests show it is full of bacteria. Researchers are working to find the orgins. Florida Gulf Coast University researchers launched their one-year testing of river water and groundwater to help find out how people may contribute to dirtying the water. Dr. Serge Thomas, an FGCU Water School professor, said […]
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA HIV/AIDS organization declares epidemic in southern US An organization says there is an HIV/AIDS epidemic in the southern U.S., so there is a new push to fight HIV in the region. Naturally, that includes Southwest Florida. Southern AIDS Coalition plans observe the inaugural Southern HIV/Aids Awareness Day in Birmingham, Alabama Tuesday to declare its movement to solve HIV/AIDS in the southern U.S. […]
NORTH NAPLES SWFL community raises money for 10-year-old girl’s spinal surgery Community members gathered and businesses sent support to a carnival with a twist to help a young girl who needs an expensive surgery. And it’s not the first time she’s faced a dangerous medical procedure. Friends and neighbors raised money at Naples Christian Church in North Naples for 10-year-old London Larochelle, so she can afford […]
FORT MYERS Will the rain ever stop? Fort Myers already 4.2″ above average for the month “When will it stop?” “Rain, Rain go away!” Those are the mummerings of Southwest Floridians lately on social media, in the workplace and at home as rain continues to fall, day in and day out. For the month of August, Fort Myers is currently 4.27″ above the 5.14″ average, for a total of 9.41″. WINK […]
FORT MYERS State attorney confident moving forward with Lake Boyz trials We’ve seen big gang roundups in Southwest Florida in the past. Most recently, we covered the takedown of the Lake Boyz in Fort Myers. We decided to look back at what’s happened since the 21 arrests that were made back in January 2017. It’s a mixed bag of results: Some found guilty; one off the […]
SOUTH FORT MYERS FGCU anthropology team uses new excavation tools to help crack cold case Florida Gulf Coast University’s anthropology team is helping crack a 35-year-old case. The team wants to find what happened to an 8-year-old girl who vanished in 1984. Seeing right through something is a superpower many kids want. But now, it is a real tool FGCU anthropology team has at its disposal. It is designed to […]
SANIBEL ISLAND Facial recognition technology could identify red tide in advance You use it to unlock your smartphone. Now, researchers are using facial recognition technology to test our waters for red tide. But, to pull it off, they need your help. It was everywhere – cloudy water, dead fish, coughing. However, red tide is hard to predict. Now, scientists said you plus facial recognition technology could […]
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Visit Florida’s new eco-friendly, online travel guide showcases SWFL Our governor is encouraging tourists to think green. He launched a new online resource for visitors to practice sustainable travel and give back to our beautiful areas. Of course, Southwest Florida is featured. Reporter Anika Henanger shows us how.
COLLIER COUNTY Police officer achieves his dream of becoming a school teacher He dropped a career decades in the making to pursue his dream. Now, this recent graduate is gearing up for what will be a special first day of school. Reporter Anika Henanger shows us why from Collier County. Watch the full story above.