Lee County Pawsitive Futures Event Unites Pet Lovers for a Cause
Get ready for the Lee County Pawsitive Futures Event! When it comes to pets, they’re literally the best thing ever. I’ve got dogs myself and, oh man, they’re my whole world. I try to teach them tricks, like sit or roll over, and sometimes they’ll do it… if they’re in the mood. They’re pretty good about going outside...
After Cape Coral Police raid arcades, recovering gambling addict speaks out
North Fort Myers woman Diamond Munoz shares her gambling addiction recovery story after Cape Coral police raided six arcades targeting elderly.
‘Would’ve done it again:’ Caretaker who saved paralyzed client in fire, dies
The caretaker who helped save her partially-paralyzed client during an Upper Captiva house fire has passed away. Sandra Patton died Saturday after a weeks-long stay at the hospital.
Cape Coral police arrest registered offender for failing to comply with registration requirements
CAPE CORAL, Florida - The Cape Coral Police Department, with assistance from the Lee County Sheriff's Office, has arrested 58-year-old Tracey Ramirez, of Cape Coral, Florida, for failing to comply with state-mandated registration requirements. Ramirez, a registered sexual offender, was taken into custody on September...
Jewelers accused of selling counterfeit luxury watches extradited to Miami-Dade County
MIAMI-DADE COUNTY, Fla. — A man and a woman accused of selling counterfeit high-end watches in a scheme that defrauded a victim of more than $70,000 have been extradited to Miami-Dade County, authorities confirmed. According to the Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office, Jonathan Paolo Parra, 37, and Paula Zapata-Sanchez, 33,...
Cape Coral Police: Thieves steal $40K worth of Nike sneakers from storage unit
Cape Coral police arrest a man after they say thieves steal $40,000 worth of Nike Jordan sneakers from storage unit.
Higher fees could be coming to Cape Coral builders
Cape Coral council faces October 1 deadline to approve builder fee increase from $3,400 to $5,000 by 2029 for future infrastructure projects.
FGCU and Lee County schools launch innovative teacher training program
FORT MYERS, Fla. — The School District of Lee County and Florida Gulf Coast University have launched a groundbreaking program that brings future educators directly into elementary school classrooms, creating what officials call a "Grow Your Own" pipeline to address teacher shortages. The innovative partnership places...
Cape Coral Honors 9/11 Heroes with Flags and Remembrance Ceremony
Cape Coral will commemorate the victims of Sept. 11 with a solemn remembrance ceremony outside City Hall. The event begins at 8:30 a.m. and is free and open to the public, encouraging community members to gather in unity to honor those who were lost. The ceremony will include an honor...
Cape Coral police investigate $40,000 sneaker heist
CAPE CORAL, Florida - Cape Coral Police are investigating a burglary involving the theft of high-value items, including Nike Jordan sneakers worth $40,000, from a storage unit. The incident occurred on August 4, 2025, and was reported on August 7, 2025, according to a press release from the department. Surveillance...