FORT MYERS
Fort Myers fire officials urge honesty to aid investigations, ensure safety
The Fort Myers Fire Department is urging the community to be open and honest during fire investigations.
Florida
FORT MYERS
Florida is behind the country in recognizing Juneteenth as a federal holiday
While other states are celebrating June 19, known as Juneteenth, with a paid day off from work, Florida is just observing the day with select businesses and governments having the day off.
Number of toxic cane toads growing in SWFL during rainy season
As the rainy season continues, local animal trappers say we’re likely to see more invasive cane toads.
Florida law targeting residential ‘squatters’ effective July 1
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has signed HB 621, effective July 1. This bill allows homeowners to remove squatters and increases penalties on illegal tenants.
WINK NEWS
7 states, including Florida, with Salmonella infections linked to contaminated basil from Trader Joe’s
The CDC released a food safety alert regarding an outbreak of Salmonella infections linked to potentially contaminated basil.
CAPE CORAL
Cape Coral woman arrested accused of taking her son without custody then fleeing to Washington
The Cape Coral Police Department has arrested a woman who they say took her son, while not having custody, and then fled to Washington.
Mega Millions prize hits $875M ahead of Tuesday night drawing
The Mega Millions jackpot is nearly approaching $1 billion as the estimated $875 million prize is up for grabs for Tuesday night’s lottery drawing.