the weather authority Mild, breezy day on tap with more clouds than sun The Weather Authority says a brief line of showers, associated with a cold front, is moving through Southwest Florida Saturday morning.
ESTERO 1 injured after shooting at Coconut Point Mall According to the Lee County Sheriff’s Office, one person has been injured after a shooting at the Coconut Point Mall on Friday.
CAPE CORAL CCPD cruiser damaged after officer involved crash An officer-involved crash leaves a Cape Coral police cruiser smashed.
PORT CHARLOTTE Sweet’s Diner in Port Charlotte reopens After months of fundraising and rebuilding, this diner, which had a car fly-through it, is back open.
FWC pushing to protect Florida’s endangered manatees Florida Fish and Wildlife is pushing to protect endangered manatees. One danger that animals face is when boats bash into them, leaving deep scars across their backs.
FORT MYERS The Fort Myers Fire Department looks towards new year Fighting fires is always top of mind for the Fort Myers Fire Department. The Fort Myers Fire Department leads the way when it comes to protecting your property when a fire breaks out.
WINK NEWS Palisades Wildfire devastates SWFL family Just hours after evacuating their Malibu home, the Wohl family learned they would never go back.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral expands with development The Cove at 47th The Cove sits in south Cape Coral between Cape Coral Parkway and Southeast 47th Terrace right next to Cork Soakers.
FORT MYERS ‘Operation Ghost Buster’: 16 arrested in Fort Myers drug operation The Fort Myers Police Department Narcotics Unit conducted an operation targeting drug traffickers and individuals unlawfully selling and possessing firearms in Fort Myers.
FORT MYERS ‘A Distinctive Honor’: Bank of America award benefits FSW Nursing Program Bank of America has been awarded Florida Southwestern State College the 2024 Neighborhood Champion Award.
CAPTIVA One step closer to decision on South Seas building density After hearing arguments from both sides, the judge said he stood by his earlier decision in favor of the Captiva Civic Association.
Governor signs death warrant for man accused of 1997 killing of 2 in Charlotte County Gov. Ron DeSantis has signed the death warrant for a man accused of killing two people in Charlotte County in 1997.
Community input needed for renaming Challenger Boulevard While Lee Health continues construction on the area’s newest hospital, there are decisions to be made.
ESTERO SWFL Lady Hammerheads find community through rugby The southwest Florida Lady Hammerheads are the Florida Women’s Rugby Union’s newest team.
Heavy law enforcement presence near Arcadia Popeyes According to the DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office, there is a heavy law enforcement presence near a Popeyes restaurant.
the weather authority Mild, breezy day on tap with more clouds than sun The Weather Authority says a brief line of showers, associated with a cold front, is moving through Southwest Florida Saturday morning.
ESTERO 1 injured after shooting at Coconut Point Mall According to the Lee County Sheriff’s Office, one person has been injured after a shooting at the Coconut Point Mall on Friday.
CAPE CORAL CCPD cruiser damaged after officer involved crash An officer-involved crash leaves a Cape Coral police cruiser smashed.
PORT CHARLOTTE Sweet’s Diner in Port Charlotte reopens After months of fundraising and rebuilding, this diner, which had a car fly-through it, is back open.
FWC pushing to protect Florida’s endangered manatees Florida Fish and Wildlife is pushing to protect endangered manatees. One danger that animals face is when boats bash into them, leaving deep scars across their backs.
FORT MYERS The Fort Myers Fire Department looks towards new year Fighting fires is always top of mind for the Fort Myers Fire Department. The Fort Myers Fire Department leads the way when it comes to protecting your property when a fire breaks out.
WINK NEWS Palisades Wildfire devastates SWFL family Just hours after evacuating their Malibu home, the Wohl family learned they would never go back.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral expands with development The Cove at 47th The Cove sits in south Cape Coral between Cape Coral Parkway and Southeast 47th Terrace right next to Cork Soakers.
FORT MYERS ‘Operation Ghost Buster’: 16 arrested in Fort Myers drug operation The Fort Myers Police Department Narcotics Unit conducted an operation targeting drug traffickers and individuals unlawfully selling and possessing firearms in Fort Myers.
FORT MYERS ‘A Distinctive Honor’: Bank of America award benefits FSW Nursing Program Bank of America has been awarded Florida Southwestern State College the 2024 Neighborhood Champion Award.
CAPTIVA One step closer to decision on South Seas building density After hearing arguments from both sides, the judge said he stood by his earlier decision in favor of the Captiva Civic Association.
Governor signs death warrant for man accused of 1997 killing of 2 in Charlotte County Gov. Ron DeSantis has signed the death warrant for a man accused of killing two people in Charlotte County in 1997.
Community input needed for renaming Challenger Boulevard While Lee Health continues construction on the area’s newest hospital, there are decisions to be made.
ESTERO SWFL Lady Hammerheads find community through rugby The southwest Florida Lady Hammerheads are the Florida Women’s Rugby Union’s newest team.
Heavy law enforcement presence near Arcadia Popeyes According to the DeSoto County Sheriff’s Office, there is a heavy law enforcement presence near a Popeyes restaurant.
LEHIGH ACRES Abused dog continues to fight for her life in ICU A dog is fighting for her life in the ICU after she was found starved and weak in Lehigh Acres. A rescue volunteer at a shelter says this is the worst abuse case they’ve ever seen. A good Samaritan found a dog wandering near Eisenhower Boulevard in Lehigh Acres alone, starving and clinging to life. […]
NORTH FORT MYERS Third vaccine doses available for immunocompromised people In weeks, we could find out when more Americans will be able to get another COVID-19 booster, starting with health care workers and those in nursing homes. Right now, only people with weakened immune systems are eligible for the third shot. You can currently book appointments online with Publix, CVS and Walgreens. Brent Williamson, who […]
FORT MYERS As Lee County COVID cases go up, so does need for testing but options remain low COVID-19 cases are surging. But as cases increase, it seems opportunities to get tested for COVID-19 are not. Many viewers are frustrated over how difficult it is to get a COVID test. Appointments can take days to secure and then a few more days for results. The shelves at drugstores holding at-home tests are bare. […]
FORT MYERS Back to school with masks, bus delays in Lee County If your child is riding the bus to school, a good tool to download right now is the Where’s the Bus app, so you know if the bus is on time. We already know a bus driver shortage could leave your child waiting. Parents and students will need patience. The School District of Lee County […]
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral City Council may allow food trucks wider range Food trucks are already popular in Southwest Florida, and Cape Coral leaders are meeting Wednesday to look at changing the local rules on food trucks. Cape Coral is considering an amendment that will officially allow food trucks in non-residential areas of the city while establishing a specific set of ground rules these businesses need to […]
CAPE CORAL Electrical fire engulfs Cape Coral condo Monday night A Cape Coral neighborhood was awoken late Monday night by fire crews arriving to fight an electrical blaze that engulfed a condominium. The fire broke out just after midnight on Southeast 12th Court, just south of Hancock Bridge Parkway. The owners of the unit where the fire started were not home. According to the Cape […]
FORT MYERS Children’s eye institute opens in Fort Myers The Southwest Florida Children’s Charities Eye Institute of Golisano Children’s Hospital opens its doors for the first time in Fort Myers Monday. The facility is much larger than the previous location and will have more pediatric ophthalmologists. Kids have some common eye issues that they can help with, like lazy eyes and issues with tear […]
FORT MYERS SWFL’s resources to combat pandemic-era rise in substance abuse The stress and uncertainty that COVID-19 brings with it is being blamed for a rise in substance abuse. More than 13% of Americans say they either started or increased substance use during the pandemic, according to the CDC. The number one thing you can do is get help, and surround yourself with good people. With […]
CAPE CORAL Army Corps of Engineers working on new Lake O management plan The Army Corps of Engineers is trying to figure out how to better manage water releases from Lake Okeechobee, hoping to better balance them with all the rain we get during the rainy season. On their various social media pages, the group Captains for Clean Water says Plan CC is “the selection we were hoping […]
FORT MYERS SWFL schools prepare to address returning students’ mental health As your children prepare to go back to school, their mental health is a primary focus for school staff. The school boards for Lee and Collier counties are both discussing their plans to identify children in need and get them immediate help. The districts want to focus on reducing symptoms of anxiety and depression because […]