Cape Coral church picking up the pieces after massive fireDay Two of FEMA code compliance hearings in Cape Coral
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral church picking up the pieces after massive fire Calvary Connection ministries is unrecognizable after a massive fire swept through a Cape Coral Complex on Monday.
CAPE CORAL Day Two of FEMA code compliance hearings in Cape Coral Another 50 people were summoned Wednesday for the second day of code compliance hearings before the special magistrate.
State lawmakers want to hear your opinion on voting in Lee County Right now, everyone votes for or against all five of the Lee Commissioners, but they’re talking about changing the system so that each commissioner represents a specific part of the county.
FORT MYERS Migrants entering Florida under controversial parole program The House Committee on Homeland Security has released documents, which show a surge in migrants entering the United States through a parole program, sparking debate over immigration policies and border security.
North Collier firefighter beats cancer, educates others on safety He’s a father, son, friend and mentor, but for the last four years, he’s been in a battle for his life.
CAPE CORAL Man arrested in connection to brother’s death in Cape Coral A man wanted for questioning in the death of his brother at his Cape Coral home has been arrested in Pennsylvania.
Candidates challenge Punta Gorda incumbents over land, building regulations A growing grassroots movement has united residents seeking to stem high density and restrict building heights, and three are challenging Punta Gorda City Council members who are up for reelection this year.
Hurricane season is one month away The outlook for the 2024 Hurricane Season is for it be active, potentially even hyperactive.
NORTH FORT MYERS 1 dead after crash on SR 31 and Busbee Rd. in North Fort Myers At around noon Wednesday, the Florida Highway Patrol said a PT Cruiser and a car hauler collided on State Road 31 and Busbee Road, near the Lee/Charlotte County line.
Man sentenced to 25 years in prison for molesting Lee County child A Florida man will spend the next 25 years in prison for molesting a child in Lee County.
LEHIGH ACRES Man accused of using stolen credit card from car burglary at Lehigh Acres CVS Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers is seeking information on a man who allegedly used a stolen credit card at the CVS in Lehigh Acres.
ARCADIA Family of flea market murder victim struggles to find closure The family of a woman who was murdered at an Arcadia flea market continues to seek justice as the accused killer awaits trial.
NAPLES Naples man accused of possessing child porn After an investigation, a Naples man has been arrested after allegedly having child pornography in his home.
CAPE CORAL Arrest report for volunteer softball coach accused of inappropriate behavior released New details have been released about the arrest of a Cape Coral volunteer softball coach accused of sending nude photos and touching a 17-year-old student.
The Weather Authority Isolated storms pop up this afternoon and evening Afternoon of isolated storms in Southwest Florida.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral church picking up the pieces after massive fire Calvary Connection ministries is unrecognizable after a massive fire swept through a Cape Coral Complex on Monday.
CAPE CORAL Day Two of FEMA code compliance hearings in Cape Coral Another 50 people were summoned Wednesday for the second day of code compliance hearings before the special magistrate.
State lawmakers want to hear your opinion on voting in Lee County Right now, everyone votes for or against all five of the Lee Commissioners, but they’re talking about changing the system so that each commissioner represents a specific part of the county.
FORT MYERS Migrants entering Florida under controversial parole program The House Committee on Homeland Security has released documents, which show a surge in migrants entering the United States through a parole program, sparking debate over immigration policies and border security.
North Collier firefighter beats cancer, educates others on safety He’s a father, son, friend and mentor, but for the last four years, he’s been in a battle for his life.
CAPE CORAL Man arrested in connection to brother’s death in Cape Coral A man wanted for questioning in the death of his brother at his Cape Coral home has been arrested in Pennsylvania.
Candidates challenge Punta Gorda incumbents over land, building regulations A growing grassroots movement has united residents seeking to stem high density and restrict building heights, and three are challenging Punta Gorda City Council members who are up for reelection this year.
Hurricane season is one month away The outlook for the 2024 Hurricane Season is for it be active, potentially even hyperactive.
NORTH FORT MYERS 1 dead after crash on SR 31 and Busbee Rd. in North Fort Myers At around noon Wednesday, the Florida Highway Patrol said a PT Cruiser and a car hauler collided on State Road 31 and Busbee Road, near the Lee/Charlotte County line.
Man sentenced to 25 years in prison for molesting Lee County child A Florida man will spend the next 25 years in prison for molesting a child in Lee County.
LEHIGH ACRES Man accused of using stolen credit card from car burglary at Lehigh Acres CVS Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers is seeking information on a man who allegedly used a stolen credit card at the CVS in Lehigh Acres.
ARCADIA Family of flea market murder victim struggles to find closure The family of a woman who was murdered at an Arcadia flea market continues to seek justice as the accused killer awaits trial.
NAPLES Naples man accused of possessing child porn After an investigation, a Naples man has been arrested after allegedly having child pornography in his home.
CAPE CORAL Arrest report for volunteer softball coach accused of inappropriate behavior released New details have been released about the arrest of a Cape Coral volunteer softball coach accused of sending nude photos and touching a 17-year-old student.
The Weather Authority Isolated storms pop up this afternoon and evening Afternoon of isolated storms in Southwest Florida.
LEE COUNTY As playgrounds ready to reopen CDC says COVID-19 not easily spread on surfaces Families, the moment you’ve been waiting weeks for is just hours away as Lee county playgrounds reopen Friday and it comes just as the CDC says touching surfaces is a lot safer than previously thought. The new guidance from the CDC is a big deal because prior research showed the virus can live on metal […]
FORT MYERS Lee County approves millions in childcare funds for parents affected by COVID-19 Before most of you can go back to work you’ll need someone to watch your kids. Lee County is helping after just approving millions to help cover child care. To get the money you have to fill out an application process that begins next Tuesday. Or through the dozens of “Gold seal” child care facilities […]
FORT MYERS Hodges University set to reopen campus June 1 While the Board of Governors works out their plan for getting students back on campus, students at Hodges University will already be in class as the university plans to reopen in just days. Students will be learning inside of this brand new building. Gloves, masks, sanitizer, and other safety precaution materials will be sitting right […]
FORT MYERS Restaurants expand capacity and gyms open doors for first time in months Florida begins another stage of reopening on Monday moving to Full Phase 1, as gyms and fitness centers will reopen and operate at 50% capacity. The doors will be open for the first time in two months, but it’s going to be a little bit of a different experience with only 50% capacity allowed. You […]
FORT MYERS SWFL resident can’t get unemployment checks to stop coming after finding work again More than a million Floridians have applied for unemployment benefits since mid-march and many have gotten through—but others have tried for weeks and have gotten nothing. One man is experiencing a problem you have not heard with the troubled system. Rick Baker is back to work but his unemployment checks are still being deposited into […]
COLLIER COUNTY Wildfire broke out in Collier County overnight after spreading through containment lines Firefighters just contained a wildfire that broke out overnight in Collier County, north of Immokalee Road. The fire started deep in the woods of Collier County and spread over 100 acres throughout the night. Collier Air Rescue flew over the scene to dump water on the blaze in an attempt to control the fire. Fire […]
NAPLES City of Naples strategizing how to continue with summer activities amid coronavirus The Fourth of July is just two months out and Naples is trying to figure out what signature summer activities will look like in the age of the coronavirus. Typically you would see people packing the streets for the 4th of July celebration. While it might be far away—the city is now strategizing how they […]
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral beaches and parks open on Tuesday with restrictions Cape Coral beaches and parks are now open—but there will be restrictions if you are taking a visit. This beach, the pier, and all parks will open as of 8 a.m. Tuesday—and it will have restricted hours from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Tennis and pickleball courts will also reopen at specific parks. Those courts […]
FORT MYERS RSW slated to receive millions in federal relief Tourism is a major pillar of the Southwest Florida economy and Lee County is looking to federal relief to make sure the airport is ready to receive visitors when they return to spend here. $36 million is what the airport could be getting. That may seem like a lot of money, but RSW says flights […]
FORT MYERS Restaurants open their doors for service for first time in 45 days For the first time in 45 days, you can go out to breakfast and be waited on at a table. Businesses told WINK News that even though they can only operate at 25 percent, it’s better than nothing. “We’re probably going to try to be ready to go by 10:30 a.m. or 11 a.m. for […]