Downtown Fort Myers rings in 2025 with vibrant New Year’s Eve celebrationCrash on Alligator Alley highlights risks for roadside workers
FORT MYERS Downtown Fort Myers rings in 2025 with vibrant New Year’s Eve celebration The fog may have rolled in, but it hasn’t stopped crowds from gathering in downtown Fort Myers for the city’s signature New Year’s Eve celebration, the Downtown Countdown, to ring in 2025.
Crash on Alligator Alley highlights risks for roadside workers A Florida Department of Transportation road ranger is lucky to be alive after he was nearly hit by a car on the side of Interstate 75 while helping a stranded motorist.
NAPLES Naples cancels annual NYE fireworks, drawing community criticism The City of Naples has canceled its annual New Year’s Eve fireworks display near the Naples Pier, and now county leaders are voicing their displeasure and accusing the city of poor planning.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral celebrates New Year’s Eve with family fun and fireworks Cape Coral is ringing in the new year with a vibrant celebration featuring food, music, games, and not one but two ball drops, offering something for everyone in the family.
New Year’s resolution tips ahead of 2025 As one year ends and another begins, it’s common for us to think of changes we want to make.
PUNTA GORDA Remembering fallen Marine, victim of murder-suicide 1 year ago A Marine was shot and killed at the Port of the Islands Resort on New Year’s Eve last year by a former employee, but his memory lives on in Angels for Heroes.
FORT MYERS BEACH New Year’s Eve crowds fill Fort Myers Beach for fireworks Southwest Florida is kicking off the New Year in style as crowds pack Fort Myers Beach for a lively celebration featuring fireworks, fun and excitement.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral Fire Department offers fireworks safety tips for New Year’s Eve As the New Year’s Eve festivities approach, the Cape Coral Fire Department is reminding residents to prioritize safety when using fireworks.
FORT MYERS Man accused of stealing several hundred dollars worth of merchandise from Target A man is accused of going into the Target on San Carlos Boulevard on Christmas Eve and attempting to steal several hundred dollars worth of merchandise.
Charlotte County Deputy Chief of Fire accused of DUI Charlotte County’s Deputy Chief of Fire and EMS is in some hot water after he was arrested for allegedly driving under the influence.
FORT MYERS Caught on Camera: 2 men wanted for destruction of local restaurant’s window Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers is asking for the public’s help in identifying two men wanted for throwing rocks at a local restaurant’s window.
COLLIER COUNTY Driver accused of causing fatal 5-vehicle crash in Collier County, arrested on multiple charges The driver accused of causing a five-vehicle crash that killed one person has been arrested on multiple charges.
FORT MYERS Road closures for New Year’s Eve Downtown Countdown event in downtown Fort Myers There will be several road closures in downtown Fort Myers for the New Year’s Eve Downtown Countdown event.
Former Charlotte County deputy named killer of 1979 cold case murder The Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office has released a statement naming a former deputy as the offender of a cold case murder that occurred in 1979.
the weather authority Partly cloudy and warm Tuesday after a foggy morning The Weather Authority is tracking a partly cloudy Tuesday, with patchy fog expected throughout the New Year’s Eve festivities.
FORT MYERS Downtown Fort Myers rings in 2025 with vibrant New Year’s Eve celebration The fog may have rolled in, but it hasn’t stopped crowds from gathering in downtown Fort Myers for the city’s signature New Year’s Eve celebration, the Downtown Countdown, to ring in 2025.
Crash on Alligator Alley highlights risks for roadside workers A Florida Department of Transportation road ranger is lucky to be alive after he was nearly hit by a car on the side of Interstate 75 while helping a stranded motorist.
NAPLES Naples cancels annual NYE fireworks, drawing community criticism The City of Naples has canceled its annual New Year’s Eve fireworks display near the Naples Pier, and now county leaders are voicing their displeasure and accusing the city of poor planning.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral celebrates New Year’s Eve with family fun and fireworks Cape Coral is ringing in the new year with a vibrant celebration featuring food, music, games, and not one but two ball drops, offering something for everyone in the family.
New Year’s resolution tips ahead of 2025 As one year ends and another begins, it’s common for us to think of changes we want to make.
PUNTA GORDA Remembering fallen Marine, victim of murder-suicide 1 year ago A Marine was shot and killed at the Port of the Islands Resort on New Year’s Eve last year by a former employee, but his memory lives on in Angels for Heroes.
FORT MYERS BEACH New Year’s Eve crowds fill Fort Myers Beach for fireworks Southwest Florida is kicking off the New Year in style as crowds pack Fort Myers Beach for a lively celebration featuring fireworks, fun and excitement.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral Fire Department offers fireworks safety tips for New Year’s Eve As the New Year’s Eve festivities approach, the Cape Coral Fire Department is reminding residents to prioritize safety when using fireworks.
FORT MYERS Man accused of stealing several hundred dollars worth of merchandise from Target A man is accused of going into the Target on San Carlos Boulevard on Christmas Eve and attempting to steal several hundred dollars worth of merchandise.
Charlotte County Deputy Chief of Fire accused of DUI Charlotte County’s Deputy Chief of Fire and EMS is in some hot water after he was arrested for allegedly driving under the influence.
FORT MYERS Caught on Camera: 2 men wanted for destruction of local restaurant’s window Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers is asking for the public’s help in identifying two men wanted for throwing rocks at a local restaurant’s window.
COLLIER COUNTY Driver accused of causing fatal 5-vehicle crash in Collier County, arrested on multiple charges The driver accused of causing a five-vehicle crash that killed one person has been arrested on multiple charges.
FORT MYERS Road closures for New Year’s Eve Downtown Countdown event in downtown Fort Myers There will be several road closures in downtown Fort Myers for the New Year’s Eve Downtown Countdown event.
Former Charlotte County deputy named killer of 1979 cold case murder The Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office has released a statement naming a former deputy as the offender of a cold case murder that occurred in 1979.
the weather authority Partly cloudy and warm Tuesday after a foggy morning The Weather Authority is tracking a partly cloudy Tuesday, with patchy fog expected throughout the New Year’s Eve festivities.
FORT MYERS Senator Rick Scott visits Lee County ahead of primary The Florida primary is fast approaching, and state leaders are making their way to local southwest Florida communities to prepare.
PUNTA GORDA 19-year-old runs for Charlotte County school board spot A 19-year-old has his eyes set on becoming a member of the Charlotte County School Board.
FORT MYERS Lee County Democrat headed to Democratic National Convention A Lee County Democratic Party volunteer is going to the Democratic National Convention on Aug. 19.
New York (AP) Donald Trump asks judge to delay sentencing in hush money case until after November election Donald Trump is asking the judge in his criminal case to delay his sentencing until after the November presidential election.
WASHINGTON (AP) Harris campaign’s new $90 million in battleground ads in August Kamala Harris’ presidential campaign is launching a $90 million advertising effort over the next three weeks to introduce the Democrat to voters and sharpen the contrast with Republican Donald Trump.
FORT MYERS Caldwell, Cunningham vie for Lee County Property Appraiser seat Lee County had the same property appraiser for 40 years. On Aug. 20, voters will decide if it will have the same one for eight years.
NEW YORK (AP) Trump and Musk talk about assassination attempt and deportations during glitchy chat on X Donald Trump recounted his assassination attempt in vivid detail and promised the largest deportation in U.S. history during a high-profile return to the social media platform formerly known as Twitter — a conversation that was plagued by technical glitches.
Political expert on Biden’s involvement post-drop-out Is President Biden part of the winning formula for his Vice President?
Early voting underway for Collier and Lee Counties Early voting is underway in Lee and Collier Counties.
Trump holds news conference at Mar-A-Lago Former President Donald Trump was in Mar-a-Lago Thursday. During his presser, he said Vice President Kamala Harris is ducking the media.