“One kiss wouldn’t hurt”: Arrest report for volunteer softball coach accused of inappropriate behavior releasedDry, warm, and humid morning before isolated storms pop up this afternoon and evening
CAPE CORAL “One kiss wouldn’t hurt”: Arrest report for volunteer softball coach accused of inappropriate behavior released A Cape Coral volunteer softball coach stands accused of sending nude photos and touching a 17-year-old student.
the weather authority Dry, warm, and humid morning before isolated storms pop up this afternoon and evening The Weather Authority is tracking a dry and humid Wednesday morning before afternoon isolated storms in Southwest Florida.
FORT MYERS BEACH Fort Myers Beach to test hurricane emergency messaging alert The Town of Fort Myers Beach is set to test its CodeRED alert system as hurricane season begins in 31 days.
FORT MYERS Students make goodie bags for kids fighting Cancer A special delivery, straight from the heart, to Galisano’s Children’s Hospital. Three 8th graders from Lexington Middle School delivered 100 goodie bags to bring smiles to kids fighting cancer.
TICE Large police presence at park in Tice Deputies and K9s are investigating Schandler Hall Community Park on Palm Beach Boulevard in Tice.
CAPE CORAL Lee County superintendent candidates face off in debate These three people, Denise Carlin, Morgan Wright and Sheridan Chester, are making it clear that they want the job.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA DEA to reclassify Marijuana as Schedule Three drug When you think of marijuana in Florida, You might think of an illegal drug seized by law enforcement. Kim Rivers, the CEO of Florida-based cannabis retailer Trulieve, says when used medicinally, it can help a lot of people.
FORT MYERS Expect more delays on Colonial and Fowler due to intersection project Work on the Colonial Fowler intersection in Fort Myers is underway, and there are many moving parts.
FORT MYERS Possible pay-by-text scam in downtown Fort Myers may have cost woman nearly $1,000 Pay-by-text parking may have cost one woman nearly a thousand dollars after her credit card was hacked.
FORT MYERS Lee County STET team protecting our schools with cameras There are cameras in our kid’s schools, dozens of them, but did you know that Lee County Schools sends those live video feeds to the sheriff’s office, and it’s someone’s job to watch them?
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Six-week abortion ban to take effect soon A stricter abortion ban will take effect in Florida on Wednesday.
Estero’s Golf Coast Driving Range shuts down, visitors devastated A place to relax, let loose and hit a few drives, has come to the end of an era for this community. “This is the first place we came to,” said Roxanne Henningsen, a Bonita Springs resident. “And it like became our second home. The people are wonderful. It’s just a great atmosphere. And we’ve […]
CAPE CORAL Business owners reeling after massive fire in Cape Coral “Very scary” are the words Denise Creacy used to describe what she felt when she saw plumes of black smoke, firefighters, and police fill her neighborhood.
LEHIGH ACRES Changing how you are represented in Lee County Leaders want to hear your thoughts this week at a town hall on how you elect county commissioners.
FORT MYERS Frontier Airlines announces nonstop flights from RSW to San Juan, PR These flights will take off on June 2 and run 3 times a week.
CAPE CORAL “One kiss wouldn’t hurt”: Arrest report for volunteer softball coach accused of inappropriate behavior released A Cape Coral volunteer softball coach stands accused of sending nude photos and touching a 17-year-old student.
the weather authority Dry, warm, and humid morning before isolated storms pop up this afternoon and evening The Weather Authority is tracking a dry and humid Wednesday morning before afternoon isolated storms in Southwest Florida.
FORT MYERS BEACH Fort Myers Beach to test hurricane emergency messaging alert The Town of Fort Myers Beach is set to test its CodeRED alert system as hurricane season begins in 31 days.
FORT MYERS Students make goodie bags for kids fighting Cancer A special delivery, straight from the heart, to Galisano’s Children’s Hospital. Three 8th graders from Lexington Middle School delivered 100 goodie bags to bring smiles to kids fighting cancer.
TICE Large police presence at park in Tice Deputies and K9s are investigating Schandler Hall Community Park on Palm Beach Boulevard in Tice.
CAPE CORAL Lee County superintendent candidates face off in debate These three people, Denise Carlin, Morgan Wright and Sheridan Chester, are making it clear that they want the job.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA DEA to reclassify Marijuana as Schedule Three drug When you think of marijuana in Florida, You might think of an illegal drug seized by law enforcement. Kim Rivers, the CEO of Florida-based cannabis retailer Trulieve, says when used medicinally, it can help a lot of people.
FORT MYERS Expect more delays on Colonial and Fowler due to intersection project Work on the Colonial Fowler intersection in Fort Myers is underway, and there are many moving parts.
FORT MYERS Possible pay-by-text scam in downtown Fort Myers may have cost woman nearly $1,000 Pay-by-text parking may have cost one woman nearly a thousand dollars after her credit card was hacked.
FORT MYERS Lee County STET team protecting our schools with cameras There are cameras in our kid’s schools, dozens of them, but did you know that Lee County Schools sends those live video feeds to the sheriff’s office, and it’s someone’s job to watch them?
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Six-week abortion ban to take effect soon A stricter abortion ban will take effect in Florida on Wednesday.
Estero’s Golf Coast Driving Range shuts down, visitors devastated A place to relax, let loose and hit a few drives, has come to the end of an era for this community. “This is the first place we came to,” said Roxanne Henningsen, a Bonita Springs resident. “And it like became our second home. The people are wonderful. It’s just a great atmosphere. And we’ve […]
CAPE CORAL Business owners reeling after massive fire in Cape Coral “Very scary” are the words Denise Creacy used to describe what she felt when she saw plumes of black smoke, firefighters, and police fill her neighborhood.
LEHIGH ACRES Changing how you are represented in Lee County Leaders want to hear your thoughts this week at a town hall on how you elect county commissioners.
FORT MYERS Frontier Airlines announces nonstop flights from RSW to San Juan, PR These flights will take off on June 2 and run 3 times a week.
FORT MYERS Florida officials urge 65-plus population to stay home for 2 weeks Gov. Ron DeSantis is trying to stop the spread of COVID-19 by urging travelers who came from New York City in the last three weeks to self-isolate for 14 days. The governor also on Tuesday along with the state’s surgeon general urged those 65 and over and those with underlying conditions to stay home for […]
LEE COUNTY FGCU seniors grapple with cancellation of graduation College students across our country are grappling with goodbyes. Many universities asked students to go home and complete their classes remotely. At FGCU, many seniors went home without getting their senior experience and knowing they won’t get to graduate in person with their friends. We were on FGCU’s campus Monday and learned about some of […]
CAPE CORAL Acts of kindness: Letters to seniors can ease loneliness, uncertainty In times of uncertainty, an act of kindness can go a long way. A Cape Coral woman is urging you to write letters to seniors here in Southwest Florida. Many of them have been asked to remain inside to stay healthy, and that means they could feel isolated. Skyla Garton-Miulli and Donna Whitehead help move […]
FORT MYERS BEACH SWFL residents disappointed with beach regulations, understand necessity Beach bummed! Spring breakers were told to get out and go home across Southwest Florida and Thursday night, deputies lined Fort Myers Beach to make sure everyone left when the beach closed. If anyone steps on the sand now, it could come with a hefty fine. All but one councilmember voted in favor of it. […]
LEE COUNTY Private school in Lee County remains open despite governor’s recommendations Florida public schools are closed until at least April 15 to stop the spread of coronavirus, But right here in Lee County, Gospel Baptist Church and School is choosing to stay open. “We didn’t see any real, valid reason for canceling schools for a few reasons. Number one, in junior high and high school, when […]
CBS NEWS Biden wins Florida, Arizona, Illinois primaries; SWFL local elections results Joe Biden swept all three primaries on Tuesday night in Arizona, Florida and Illinois, CBS News projects. The contests took place amid the ongoing coronavirus crisis that led Ohio officials to postpone their primary, which had also been scheduled for Tuesday. In remarks after his early win in Florida, Biden, speaking from his home in […]
WINK NEWS Amazon raises wages to help employees, opens new jobs to help customers Many Americans are uncertain of their futures, wondering if they will have a job then. Meanwhile, Amazon is stepping in to help not only those who are laid off but also online shoppers. “It’s really hard to even get your basic necessities for the week,” Victoria Schmidt said. Schmidt works for a small business in […]
LEE COUNTY People lining up outside stores hoping to find supplies as they prepare for potential coronavirus impacts Even though there is a sign by the entrance saying they’ve run out of toilet paper, hand sanitizer and more, people still came, parked their cars and got in line hoping they might find what they need. How many people? So many that the line stretched around the building Friday morning. The long line of […]
WINK NEWS Naples couple on vacation in Italy stranded, desperate to get home A Naples woman is trapped in Italy due to fears over coronavirus. We spoke to her Thursday, as her fears grow about when she and her husband will return home and if she can get the medication she needs. “How are we going to get out of here and when?” Enrica said. Enrica and Giovanni […]
EAST NAPLES East Naples woman choosing to self-isolate to protect herself from coronavirus Officials say if you have an underlying autoimmune disease or conditions, you should take extra precautions to fight the coronavirus. One Southwest Florida woman is taking that advice to heart. Ruth Hubing, 68, doesn’t have the coronavirus, but she’s not taking any chances. “The Amazon delivery guy has become my best friend,” she said. Unless […]