Neighbors react to plans for new Amazon warehouse in Fort MyersCouncilman Johnny Streets retires after nearly 20 years of service
FORT MYERS Neighbors react to plans for new Amazon warehouse in Fort Myers Amazon will soon have the largest building in Southwest Florida.
FORT MYERS Councilman Johnny Streets retires after nearly 20 years of service After nearly two decades of service, Fort Myers City Councilman Johnny Streets is retiring.
Local human trafficking survivor speaks out It’s a question many of us think we know the answer to: What is human trafficking? A Collier County woman told WINK her definition changed after she survived it.
PORT CHARLOTTE 8 illegal immigrants arrested in Charlotte County Eight people have been arrested in Port Charlotte for being in the country illegally.
Sheriff’s Office: Teen victim knew suspect in deadly Collier County shooting There is new information on the deadly shooting late Saturday of a teenage girl in Collier County.
FORT MYERS Inauguration ceremony for Lee Board of County Commissioners Lee County held an inauguration ceremony for a newly appointed county commissioner and two incumbents.
FGCU FGCU volleyball prepares to defend ASUN Tournament title FGCU volleyball looks to secure its fourth straight ASUN Tournament title this week and secure a spot in the NCAA Tournament.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers city leaders sworn in On Tuesday night, the City of Fort Myers swore in newly elected councilmember Diana Giraldo, who will take over Ward 2 for the next four years.
FORT MYERS Thomas Golisano pledges $85M to SWFL non-profits Christmas came early for non-profit foundations and agencies across Southwest Florida, thanks to Thomas Galisano.
MARCO ISLAND Marco Island City Council vacancy application period extended Marco Island City Council members have voted to extend the application period for people interested in filling a vacant seat on the council.
Man tells troopers he fell asleep before fatal Alligator Alley crash at mile marker 72 A 37-year-old man has been arrested after his involvement in a deadly crash that killed one person and injured another.
Endangered Florida panther killed by vehicle on I-75 in Lee County; 29th death in 2024 Another endangered Florida panther has been slain by a vehicle, this time on Interstate 75 in Lee County, marking the 29th death of 2024.
Officials approve roadway repavement in Lehigh Acres and Bonita Springs On Tuesday, the Lee Board of County Commissioners continued its commitment to countywide infrastructure by awarding a $1.7 million contract to pave 25.1 lane miles in northern Lehigh Acres.
Lee County commissioners allocate $5.9M for weather damaged homes The Lee County Commissioners approved allocating state funding to assist households damaged by natural disasters.
LEE COUNTY Lee Commissioners approve purchase of 5 acres in CREW for Conservation 20/20 The Lee Board of County Commissioners voted Tuesday to acquire a 5-acre parcel in southeast Lee County for the Conservation 20/20 program.
FORT MYERS Neighbors react to plans for new Amazon warehouse in Fort Myers Amazon will soon have the largest building in Southwest Florida.
FORT MYERS Councilman Johnny Streets retires after nearly 20 years of service After nearly two decades of service, Fort Myers City Councilman Johnny Streets is retiring.
Local human trafficking survivor speaks out It’s a question many of us think we know the answer to: What is human trafficking? A Collier County woman told WINK her definition changed after she survived it.
PORT CHARLOTTE 8 illegal immigrants arrested in Charlotte County Eight people have been arrested in Port Charlotte for being in the country illegally.
Sheriff’s Office: Teen victim knew suspect in deadly Collier County shooting There is new information on the deadly shooting late Saturday of a teenage girl in Collier County.
FORT MYERS Inauguration ceremony for Lee Board of County Commissioners Lee County held an inauguration ceremony for a newly appointed county commissioner and two incumbents.
FGCU FGCU volleyball prepares to defend ASUN Tournament title FGCU volleyball looks to secure its fourth straight ASUN Tournament title this week and secure a spot in the NCAA Tournament.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers city leaders sworn in On Tuesday night, the City of Fort Myers swore in newly elected councilmember Diana Giraldo, who will take over Ward 2 for the next four years.
FORT MYERS Thomas Golisano pledges $85M to SWFL non-profits Christmas came early for non-profit foundations and agencies across Southwest Florida, thanks to Thomas Galisano.
MARCO ISLAND Marco Island City Council vacancy application period extended Marco Island City Council members have voted to extend the application period for people interested in filling a vacant seat on the council.
Man tells troopers he fell asleep before fatal Alligator Alley crash at mile marker 72 A 37-year-old man has been arrested after his involvement in a deadly crash that killed one person and injured another.
Endangered Florida panther killed by vehicle on I-75 in Lee County; 29th death in 2024 Another endangered Florida panther has been slain by a vehicle, this time on Interstate 75 in Lee County, marking the 29th death of 2024.
Officials approve roadway repavement in Lehigh Acres and Bonita Springs On Tuesday, the Lee Board of County Commissioners continued its commitment to countywide infrastructure by awarding a $1.7 million contract to pave 25.1 lane miles in northern Lehigh Acres.
Lee County commissioners allocate $5.9M for weather damaged homes The Lee County Commissioners approved allocating state funding to assist households damaged by natural disasters.
LEE COUNTY Lee Commissioners approve purchase of 5 acres in CREW for Conservation 20/20 The Lee Board of County Commissioners voted Tuesday to acquire a 5-acre parcel in southeast Lee County for the Conservation 20/20 program.
Woman accused of snorting cocaine at Lexington Middle SOUTH FORT MYERS, Fla. A resource officer spotted a woman snorting cocaine in her car in the parents’ pickup line at Lexington Middle School, the Lee County Sheriff’s Office said. Christina Hester, 39, of the 6600 block of Hartland Street in Fort Myers, was arrested after the officer noticed her chopping up a white powdery substance […]
Strong storms cause damage in Lehigh Acres LEHIGH ACRES, Fla. Scattered thunderstorms menaced parts of Southwest Florida on Wednesday afternoon. Strong winds caused a tree branch to fall on a home on the 3000 block of 9th Street West at around 2:20 p.m, the National Weather Service said. LSR: 3 WNW Lehigh Acres [Lee Co, FL] emergency mngr reports TSTM WND DMG at 02:21 […]
Allegiant Air flight attendants picket at Punta Gorda Airport PUNTA GORDA, Fla. About a dozen Allegiant Airlines flight attendants picketed over contract negotiations Wednesday morning. The flight attendants– working for the only airline at the Punta Gorda Airport –began picketing at 5 a.m. and left just before 12 p.m. The attendants are seeking an equitable deal, said Raychel Armstrong, one of the picketers. Other […]
Man linked to Diana Alvarez held without bond on new charges FORT MYERS, Fla. A 29-year-old man facing molestation and battery charges in connection with a missing Lee County girl received no bond Wednesday. Jorge Guerrero faces charges of lewd or lascivious molestation and battery of a child — the Lee County Sheriff’s Office said at a press conference Tuesday. Guerrero is prohibited from having contact […]
Mourners gather to remember woman killed at Virginia rally CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. (AP) Mourners will gather in Charlottesville, Virginia, on Wednesday to honor the woman who was killed when a car rammed into a crowd of people protesting a white nationalist rally that descended into violence last weekend. A memorial service for Heather Heyer is scheduled Wednesday morning at a downtown Charlottesville theater. Attendees were […]
Homeless woman suspected of stealing 5 guns in North Fort Myers NORTH FORT MYERS, Fla. A homeless woman is suspected of stealing five guns from a Buccaneer Estates home. Tiffany Renae Shrum, 37, may be using the alias of Tiffany Shannon, Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers said. Shrum is believed to be in the North Fort Myers area. Four of the guns went missing from inside the […]
Celebrity Chef Night offers eats for good cause CAPE CORAL, Fla. Southwest Florida residents can enjoy a gourmet meal Wednesday evening at Celebrity Chef Night. The 14th annual event will take place from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at Rumrunners at 5848 Cape Harbour Drive. Reservations are required. Event proceeds benefit cancer services at Golisano Children’s Hospital. For more information, visit the event’s […]
5 missing after Army helicopter goes down, items found HONOLULU (AP) A multi-agency team scoured the ocean off Hawaii on Wednesday for five soldiers aboard an Army helicopter that went down during a nighttime training exercise. The UH-60 Black Hawk went missing when another Army helicopter training with it lost visual and radio contact about 9:30 p.m. Tuesday, said Lt. Col. Curtis Kellogg, a […]
University of Florida says no to white nationalist event GAINESVILLE, Fla. (AP) The University of Florida on Wednesday denied a request by a group headed by white nationalist Richard Spencer to rent space on the campus for a September event and his supporters vowed to file a court challenge. UF President W. Kent Fuchs said in a statement that the decision was made after […]