COLUMN: Creating pathways for every person to thrive
Every week, I meet people in Charlotte County who remind me why our work matters so deeply. A mom working two jobs who’s still one car repair away from crisis. A senior who simply wants to stay connected and independent. A young parent trying to build a stable future for their family. Their stories—our community’s...
Low rain chances early before a cold front moves through late
FORT MYERS, Fla. — There's a small chance for rain as we move through the next few hours, but it's looking more and more likely that coverage will remain slim. An isolated shower or two is possible through the afternoon, then we dry up and cool off as a cold front moves through.
FORECAST: Few showers possible ahead of cold front arriving tonight
Here is your forecast for Sunday, December 14th, 2025. This morning we are waking up with mostly cloudy skies and temperatures in the upper 60s. Temperatures will climb into the upper 70s and low 80s. While this morning we are mainly dry, a few showers will likely pop up this...
FORECAST: Warm weekend, but cool down on way to start the week
Here is your forecast for Saturday, December 13th, 2025. This morning we are waking up with mostly clear skies and temperatures in the 50s and 60s. Temperatures will climb into the lower 80s with light easterly winds. Partly cloudy skies are expected late afternoon, becoming cloudy in the evening. Overnight...
Experts make surprising discovery after major hurricane: ‘In places where they were not found’
There are ripple effects. Experts make surprising discovery after major hurricane: 'In places where they were not found' first appeared on The Cool Down .
Ambulance, Tesla wreck is 1 of 3 crashes at Fort Myers intersection in one...
South Trail Fire & Rescue crews responded to three separate crashes at the same Fort Myers intersection on Friday, Dec. 12. All three crashes took place near the intersection of Crystal Drive and Metro Parkway. The first crash involved an Ambitrans ambulance T-boning a four-door Tesla. According to South Trail Fire &...
Child injured after falling out of moving vehicle
CHARLOTTE COUNTY, Fla. (WWSB) - A child was airlifted to a hospital after sustaining minor injuries from falling out of a moving vehicle, according to the Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office (CCSO). Deputies said that a child fell out of the vehicle after they opened the door while the vehicle...
Bill would ensure areas outside Punta Gorda have water
Access to safe, reliable water is one of the most fundamental obligations of government, and it is essential not only for public health but for economic growth and long-term community development.
Northwest Cape Coral residents report police presence, drone and K9s
CAPE CORAL, Fla. — Cape Coral police were seen searching for something or someone on Northwest Cape Coral in the area of NW 16th Terrace Friday morning, according to multiple residents in the area. Videos and pictures from those residents show officers walking across back yards with K-9 units...
Kappa Alpha Psi alumni chapter distributes gift cards to families in need
The Fort Myers Kappa Alpha Psi alumni chapter distributed $10,000 of holiday cheer. The group handed out Walmart gift cards to Lee County students on Saturday.
