Trump and DeSantis, once GOP rivals, meet in South Florida to talk about 2024 electionGov. DeSantis to hold news conference in Jupiter
CBS News Trump and DeSantis, once GOP rivals, meet in South Florida to talk about 2024 election Florida Governor Ron DeSantis met privately with former President Donald Trump for several hours on Sunday morning to talk, in part, about fundraising ahead of the 2024 general election, several sources familiar with the meeting tell CBS News.
Jupiter Gov. DeSantis to hold news conference in Jupiter Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is set to hold a news conference in Jupiter.
WINK NEWS Florida Prepaid open enrollment deadline approaches All parents fear the expense of college for their children; however, the state offers a great option in the Florida Prepaid Plan.
The Weather Authority Few showers this Monday afternoon after a pleasant and dry morning The Weather Authority is tracking a cool and pleasant Monday morning start with the possibility of afternoon rain showers.
NORTH FORT MYERS 1 dead, 1 arrested after North Fort Myers shooting While details are limited, what is available is that Lee County Sheriff’s deputies are actively investigating a shooting that killed one man.
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?
CBS News Trump and DeSantis, once GOP rivals, meet in South Florida to talk about 2024 election Florida Governor Ron DeSantis met privately with former President Donald Trump for several hours on Sunday morning to talk, in part, about fundraising ahead of the 2024 general election, several sources familiar with the meeting tell CBS News.
Jupiter Gov. DeSantis to hold news conference in Jupiter Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is set to hold a news conference in Jupiter.
WINK NEWS Florida Prepaid open enrollment deadline approaches All parents fear the expense of college for their children; however, the state offers a great option in the Florida Prepaid Plan.
The Weather Authority Few showers this Monday afternoon after a pleasant and dry morning The Weather Authority is tracking a cool and pleasant Monday morning start with the possibility of afternoon rain showers.
NORTH FORT MYERS 1 dead, 1 arrested after North Fort Myers shooting While details are limited, what is available is that Lee County Sheriff’s deputies are actively investigating a shooting that killed one man.
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 Fort Myers woman uses online delivery to skip long Hurricane Dorian lines You’ve seen them at the last big storm: long lines as people wait to get supplies and products flying off the shelves. But thanks to modern technology, many of you are opting to skip the lines and order your supplies online. Tammy Leaman was pregnant when a tragic incident happened to her 17 years ago. […]
SOUTH FORT MYERS Utility crews dig up Whiskey Creek backyard searching for shock source Utility crews: slinging mud, digging up dirt — all to get the bottom of what recently shocked David Oliver in his own backyard. “It jolts you, and you knew you got something, but you don’t know what it was. Very uncomfortable,” said Oliver. He first talked with us earlier this week. Four days later, his […]
LEE COUNTY Anne hand delivers reflectors to protect SWFL kids walking to bus stops Every time Anne Sterling gets behind the wheel, she stays focused on the road and her surroundings. “I have post-concussion syndrome,” Anne said. “It’s from a lifetime of concussions.” Anne said it goes back to her childhood when a neighbor hit her as she was exiting a school bus. She flew into a frozen ditch. […]
SOUTH FORT MYERS Whiskey Creek couple wants answers after shock by live underground wires A dangerous mistake by Florida Power and Light (FPL) caused steam to spew out of a Whiskey Creek couple’s backyard. Workers went by to fix it, but weeks later the couple was shocked at the same spot where the steam was coming from. “You can see the smoke coming from underground, it smells like it’s […]
CHARLOTTE COUNTY Suspect arrested for shooting at Charlotte County nightclub The suspect involved in the early morning shooting at a Charlotte County nightclub has been arrested. Lee County Sheriff’s Office arrested Gary Allen Potter II, 21, Friday. Potter is accused of shooting one person at Emerald City Gentleman’s Club just north of Port Charlotte. Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office responded to the shooting off Tamiami Trail […]
Florida senator proposes online sales tax bill Florida Sen. Joe Gruters filed a bill on Wednesday that requires online companies to charge sales tax on transactions. For many people, it is simple. Online shopping can not be beaten. “If you have a local business here selling a product and you buy it on Amazon and no sales tax,” Robert Sterling said, “well […]
FORT MYERS Man who caused deadly Cape Coral crash sentenced to 12 years in prison A man convicted of driving recklessly and causing a deadly crash in Cape Coral was sentenced to 12 years in prison followed by three years of probation. A jury found him guilty of vehicular homicide for a crash that killed Kennya Ojeda in 2017. Graves was driving 64 mph. near Veterans Parkway and Country Club […]
CAPE CORAL District apologizes for separation of twins at Diplomat Elementary The first day of school for twins Cayden and Bella was an exciting moment for the young duo. But instead of going to class side-by-side, their mother, Nicole Fitzpatrick, said the school separated them. “We dropped Cayden off first and Bella was rubbing his back saying, ‘it’s going to be okay Cayden. I’ll see you […]
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral community prays for no bus stop tragedies this school year A community is honoring the lives lost at school bus stops last year. They lit lanterns for Alana Tamplin and Layla Aiken Friday night. The two girls will not have the chance to wake up to the excitement of the first day of school next week. Kathleen Aiken has a last message for her daughter […]
NORTH FORT MYERS Tropic Isles Elementary knocks at students’ doors with school supplies They say a little kindness can change everything. That is precisely what teachers at Tropic Isles Elementary are hoping to accomplish by surprising families at their front doors. “Hi Jasmine!” said Rob Mazzoli, of Tropic Isles Elementary. “I’m your new principal! Here’s some supplies for you. You ready to come back to school?” Reporter Sydney […]