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.
HENDRY COUNTY Hendry County to give out sandbags in preparation for Eta Hendry County Commissioners announce that they have sandbags available for pickup. Residents will need to bring their own shovels and are responsible for loading the sandbags into their vehicles. Hendry County asks that each resident limit themselves to 25 sandbags. They also advise that some locations may run out of bags, so be advised that […]
Fort Myers man gets 5 new charges of sexual abuse against children after 2 more victims come forward Michigan’s attorney general has filed five additional charges against a Fort Myers man after accusations of sexual assault against two more minors in the 1970s. Joseph Comperchio, 67, originally had six charges pending involving sexual abuse of minors, but five more have been added. Comprerchio was arrested back on September 14 on two counts of […]
SOUTH FORT MYERS COVID-19 walk-up and rapid-result testing start at CenturyLink site The Florida Division of Emergency Management COVID-19 Testing Site at CenturyLink Sports Complex will change from a drive-through to a walk-up site and will begin offering rapid-results antigen tests effective Saturday, Oct. 24. There are no out-of-pocket costs to you and it’s available for all ages. A government-issued ID is required for testing. Pre-registration is […]
TICE Crews put out fire at abandoned home in Tice, investigate cause A fire broke out at an abandoned home in Fort Myers Monday afternoon. The fire took place in the 300 block of Fairfax Drive in Tice. Tice Fire Chief Ted Ross says it was originally a tree on fire. “We had a 911 call about a potential tree on fire. When we were in route, […]
NAPLES Food Network star Guy Fieri in Naples on Saturday Guy Fieri dined in Naples on Saturday. The star of shows such as “The Best Thing I Ever Ate” and “Diners, Drive-ins and Dives” Fieri was at Pazzo! Cucina Italiana on Fifth Avenue South. Others dining in the restaurant at the time say Fieri was kind and posed for and autographed photos for them. The […]
COLLIER COUNTY CollierCARES announces they’re reopening applications starting Monday A second chance at funds and assistance that so many families and small businesses need. For individuals to qualify for the funds, they must be full-time Collier County residents and behind on basic payments such as rent or mortgage. For businesses, they must be located within Collier County and employ 50 people or fewer. Those […]
FORT MYERS SUV of missing Belle Isle woman located On Saturday, the Orlando Sentinel reported that an SUV possibly belonging to Stephanie Chitwood Hollingsworth was found in Orlando in a retention pond, according to Orlando Police. Police have since confirmed the vehicle belonged to Hollingsworth. SUV possibly belonging to missing Belle Isle woman found in Orlando retention pond, police say https://t.co/dIrIWUQVYC pic.twitter.com/Lx5wLxXs6h — Orlando […]
TALLAHASSEE Florida DOH says error prevents Saturday’s daily coronavirus update The Florida Department of Health did not release a daily coronavirus update on Saturday, as they have since the pandemic began. The daily data includes updated information such as new COVID-19 cases, death totals and county-by-county breakdowns. The DOH said they received approximately 400,000 previously reported COVID-19 test results on Friday from a private lab. […]
SOUTH FORT MYERS FHP responds to crash with injuries along Daniels Pkwy in south Fort Myers Florida Highway Patrol responded to a crash with injuries on Daniels Parkway in south Fort Myers Tuesday. According to FHP, state troopers were at the scene of a crash near the intersection with Chamberlain Parkway and Daniels. There appeared to be multiple cars involved, and traffic in the area was backed up for as far […]
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral Police need your help identifying fraud suspects The Cape Coral Police are looking for two men who went into the Cape Coral Sam’s Club and used cloned credit cards for purchases. The men entered Sam’s Club on Southwest Pine Island Road in Cape Coral and came out with two large purchases. If you have any information about these suspects or their identities, […]