Mistrial declared in case of former Hendry County deputyExamining healthy breast tissue to understand how cancer starts
Mistrial declared in case of former Hendry County deputy A mistrial has been called in the trial of Tyler Williams, a former Hendry County deputy. The court declared the mistrial after the jury could not reach a unanimous verdict on either count in the indictment. Williams was charged with two felonies in federal court in early April 2024, after knocking a handcuffed man unconscious. […]
Examining healthy breast tissue to understand how cancer starts A new approach being researched by scientists has led to the examination of healthy breast tissue to better understand how cancer develops.
Analysts: Charlotte County’s rapid population growth calls for more services Charlotte County’s population has shown unprecedented growth, increasing 5.2% from June 2023 to March 2024.
FORT MYERS Man accused of attempted burglary while nude in Fort Myers; covers head with white cloth The Lee County Sheriff’s Office arrested a man who stands accused of attempted burglary while wearing nothing but a white cloth over his head.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral man accused of breaking into 6 different businesses A man has been arrested after allegedly breaking into six different businesses in Southeast Cape Coral this month.
COLLIER COUNTY DOH-Collier issues blue-green algae health alert for Lake Avalon It’s official: the Florida Department of Health in Collier County (DOH-Collier) has issued a health alert for the presence of harmful blue-green algae toxins in Lake Avalon.
lehigh acres 25 students treated for heat exhaustion on Lehigh Sr. High School football field The Tice Fire Department treated around 25 students for heat exhaustion on the Lehigh Senior High School football field.
PORT CHARLOTTE Market Circle on Enterprise Drive in Charlotte County to be closed for road work A portion of Enterprise Drive will be closed temporarily for road work on Market Circle in Charlotte County.
Tim Aten Knows: Collier details road projects in Estates Design of the Randall Boulevard widening and Randall-Immokalee Road intersection project in Golden Gate Estates began in mid-2022, but construction is not expected to start for another two years.
FGCU hosts emergency disaster drill training Florida Gulf Coast University is more ready than ever after hosting an emergency disaster drill training to educate students on how first responders prepare for crises.
the weather authority Few showers along a front moving through this Friday afternoon The Weather Authority is tracking a cold front dropping temperatures along with a few afternoon showers this Friday.
the weather authority Tracking Tropical Storm Sara; likely to dissipate over Central America The Weather Authority is monitoring Tropical Storm Sara, which is expected to strengthen slightly before dissipation over Central America.
NAPLES “Don’t give up. You’re worth it. God sees you.” St. Matthew’s graduates speak out Susan and Dustin Cheatwood credit the Justin’s Place recovery program for saving their lives and stopping them from becoming a statistic.
ENGLEWOOD EAST FEMA relocation notice shocks mobile home park residents The Federal Emergency Management Agency issued relocation notices to residents living in one of their temporary housing parks in Englewood East.
Six dogs rescued after being left in a box by SR-29 Six dogs, including four puppies and two adult dogs, were found stranded in an empty box on the corner of Experimental Road and State Road 29 in Immokalee.
Mistrial declared in case of former Hendry County deputy A mistrial has been called in the trial of Tyler Williams, a former Hendry County deputy. The court declared the mistrial after the jury could not reach a unanimous verdict on either count in the indictment. Williams was charged with two felonies in federal court in early April 2024, after knocking a handcuffed man unconscious. […]
Examining healthy breast tissue to understand how cancer starts A new approach being researched by scientists has led to the examination of healthy breast tissue to better understand how cancer develops.
Analysts: Charlotte County’s rapid population growth calls for more services Charlotte County’s population has shown unprecedented growth, increasing 5.2% from June 2023 to March 2024.
FORT MYERS Man accused of attempted burglary while nude in Fort Myers; covers head with white cloth The Lee County Sheriff’s Office arrested a man who stands accused of attempted burglary while wearing nothing but a white cloth over his head.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral man accused of breaking into 6 different businesses A man has been arrested after allegedly breaking into six different businesses in Southeast Cape Coral this month.
COLLIER COUNTY DOH-Collier issues blue-green algae health alert for Lake Avalon It’s official: the Florida Department of Health in Collier County (DOH-Collier) has issued a health alert for the presence of harmful blue-green algae toxins in Lake Avalon.
lehigh acres 25 students treated for heat exhaustion on Lehigh Sr. High School football field The Tice Fire Department treated around 25 students for heat exhaustion on the Lehigh Senior High School football field.
PORT CHARLOTTE Market Circle on Enterprise Drive in Charlotte County to be closed for road work A portion of Enterprise Drive will be closed temporarily for road work on Market Circle in Charlotte County.
Tim Aten Knows: Collier details road projects in Estates Design of the Randall Boulevard widening and Randall-Immokalee Road intersection project in Golden Gate Estates began in mid-2022, but construction is not expected to start for another two years.
FGCU hosts emergency disaster drill training Florida Gulf Coast University is more ready than ever after hosting an emergency disaster drill training to educate students on how first responders prepare for crises.
the weather authority Few showers along a front moving through this Friday afternoon The Weather Authority is tracking a cold front dropping temperatures along with a few afternoon showers this Friday.
the weather authority Tracking Tropical Storm Sara; likely to dissipate over Central America The Weather Authority is monitoring Tropical Storm Sara, which is expected to strengthen slightly before dissipation over Central America.
NAPLES “Don’t give up. You’re worth it. God sees you.” St. Matthew’s graduates speak out Susan and Dustin Cheatwood credit the Justin’s Place recovery program for saving their lives and stopping them from becoming a statistic.
ENGLEWOOD EAST FEMA relocation notice shocks mobile home park residents The Federal Emergency Management Agency issued relocation notices to residents living in one of their temporary housing parks in Englewood East.
Six dogs rescued after being left in a box by SR-29 Six dogs, including four puppies and two adult dogs, were found stranded in an empty box on the corner of Experimental Road and State Road 29 in Immokalee.
GOLDEN GATE ESTATES Collier deputies pursue suspect in two child sexual assault incidents Deputies are searching for a man who recently sexually assaulted two Golden Gate Estates children younger than 12-years-old. A judge issued a warrant for his arrest Friday morning. Karen Urquiza, a mother of two, is infuriated knowing Baltazar Olmos, 61, is being sought for sexual battery on two children younger than 12. “It does freak […]
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Increasing number of kids in SWFL with mental health problems Thursday is World Mental Health Day. Unfortunately, there is some grim news for Southwest Florida families. Under the Baker Act, mental health evaluations of children in Lee, Collier and Charlotte counties have more than doubled in the past few years. At one point, you or someone you know has dealt with a mental illness. Statistics […]
NAPLES Naples considering new requirements for restaurant outdoor seating The ability to eat outdoors in public year-round is just one of the attractive aspects for people living and visiting Southwest Florida. Now, the city council in Naples is looking to add what could become constraints for eateries looking to offer outdoor seating options for patrons. City of Naples is considering more requirements for restaurant […]
COLLIER COUNTY Two horses stolen near Ave Maria, could be connected to theft ring Collier County investigators say two horses were stolen, and the suspects are individuals who have tried to steal several others in the area. Law enforcement wants help from the public to identify the suspects who stole the animals. On Sunday, Collier County Sheriff’s Office responded to the reports of two stolen horses along Immokalee Road […]
NAPLES Vaping victim fundraiser in Naples at the Cavo Lounge The vaping epidemic even sickened one of our own in Southwest Florida. Hundreds gathered to dance, sing and donate to a victim, Evan Dowling, and his family at the Cavo Lounge in Mercato on Friday. Doctors told Evan that he had burned 97% of his lungs. The medical professionals attribute severe damages to his lungs […]
COLLIER COUNTY Sea life kills blamed on red tide continue, beachgoers, fishermen concerned With recent reports of red tide concentrations along our shores, there are concerns conditions may continue to worsen. Our crew experienced coughing and watery eyes themselves while out providing coverage at the beach in Collier County this evening. Continued fish kills seen along the beach and now possibly a dead sea turtle in Southwest Florida […]
LEE COUNTY RSW says get to flights early during lane expansion project Southwest Florida International Airport is issuing a warning so people catching flights can plan ahead while one of its projects is underway. Airport officials at RSW are telling travelers to get to the airport early to avoid long lines due to its security lane expansion project. “We’re always here early,” Laurie Van Brunt said. “If […]
NAPLES Mystery surrounds necklace found in Naples with a man’s bones A mystery is unfolding in Naples after police found a necklace with bones. The Naples Police Dept. found the man’s remains in the mangroves near the Gordon River on the east side of Fifth Ave. S. nearly a year ago. Researchers studied the bones and determined the man was at least 35-years-old and was of […]
FORT MYERS How far would Khyler’s Law, named after slain Port Charlotte teen, apply? Khyler Edman’s Port Charlotte neighbor wants to introduce a law aimming at cracking down on habitual offenders as the man accused of killing the teenager was arrested over 20 times in less than 10 years. Lance Dunford, a criminal defense attorney at the Law Firm of Scott T. Moorey in Fort Myers, said Khyler’s Law […]
COLLIER COUNTY Teacher accused of stealing from theater students, affecting thousands in SWFL Thousands of theater students are being hindered because a teacher is accused of stealing money from their program. And these students travel hundreds of miles to take part in an annual competition. Parents of students, who are part of International Thespian Society District 6, were told it no longer exists after a teacher has been […]