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.
Coconut Point Mall, Waterside Shops to close due to coronavirus pandemic Simon Property Group is closing its malls nationwide because of the coronavirus pandemic. Coconut Point Mall will close most retail stores Wednesday at 7 p.m. and is expected to be closed until March 29. Several retailers inside malls around the country had already announced their stores would be closing, including Macy’s, J.C. Penney, Gap and […]
LEE COUNTY Lee County schools to distribute Chromebooks to students who need them The School District of Lee County will be distributing Chromebooks to elementary school students who need a computer for distance learning. Students in 3rd, 4th and 5th grade will be assigned a Chromebook if they don’t have access to a computer at home. “Nothing replaces face-to-face; nothing replaces hands-on learning,” said Dr. Jeff Spiro, the […]
FORT MYERS Fort Myers man arrested in fatal shootings of neighbor, dog A Fort Myers man was arrested late Sunday in the shooting deaths of a neighbor and the neighbor’s dog. Luis Anthony Walker, 45, has been charged with homicide, aggravated assault with a weapon, and killing an animal. Lee County deputies said Monday that Walker was walking his four dogs through the parking lot of Lago […]
LEE COUNTY Southwest Florida man self-quarantines after Caribbean cruise A Southwest Florida man has self-quarantined after returning from a week-long Caribbean cruise and experiencing symptoms associated with the coronavirus. Coughing and a scratchy throat are alarming symptoms right now, especially if you’ve just returned from vacation. For one Southwest Florida man, his ideal vacation became a nightmare once he got home. Nik Pietanze said […]
FORT MYERS Harry Chapin Food Bank prepares for possible increased demand The coronavirus is putting a strain on people around the United States, with many being forced to stay home from work and school, places they depend on for paychecks and meals. The Harry Chapin Food Bank is trying to get ahead of that. While they haven’t yet seen an increase in demand for help, they […]
FORT MYERS Leader of Lee County drug ring sentenced to life in federal prison A Lehigh Acres man who led a drug distribution ring out of North Fort Myers was sentenced to life in federal prison on Thursday. Tony Wilson Jr., 31, was charged with conspiring to distribute cocaine base (crack cocaine), heroin, and fentanyl; distribution of fentanyl; and possessing multiple firearms as a convicted felon. He entered a guilty […]
North Fort Myers man sentenced to 15 years in fatal DUI crash A North Fort Myers man will spend 15 years in prison for killing a woman in a 2018 DUI crash. Kenneth Lee Archer, 39, pleaded guilty Wednesday to one count of DUI manslaughter. His sentence also includes lifetime revocation of his driver’s license, along with $7,000 in fines and court costs. Archer must also attend […]
CLEARWATER Sea turtle released on Clearwater Beach after flipper amputation, rehab Olivia the sea turtle has returned to the sea after recovering from a boat strike. Clearwater Marine Aquarium released the juvenile green sea turtle on Wednesday at Clearwater Beach after months of rehabilitation – and an amputation. Dr. Shelly Marquardt said Olivia was found floating offshore by a boater near John’s Pass on June 2, […]
FMPD: Search called off for battery thief after battery returned Fort Myers police called off the search for a man they believed stole a car battery on Monday. Police said the man was seen on surveillance video taking a battery out of a vehicle parked outside RedBone’s Bar and Grill at 3604 Palm Beach Blvd. FMPD said Wednesday the search for the man was called […]
TALLAHASSEE Florida activates price gouging hotline amid coronavirus outbreak Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody activated the state’s price gouging hotline on Tuesday amid shortages of key products related to the coronavirus. The hotline was activated following Gov. Ron DeSantis’ emergency declaration on Monday in response to 14 confirmed cases across the state, including two in Lee County and one in Charlotte County. The emergency […]