Island Fishing Report: Two Steps Forward, One Step Back
Two steps forward, one step back is a great description of our winter fish patterns. After a week of amazing weather, we experienced yet another cold front early in the week. Although this sent water temperatures plummeting yet again after only a few days, we quickly recovered. By March, our cold fronts will be...
Fort Myers ninja gym boosts kids confidence amid growing mental health concerns
At a Fort Myers ninja gym, kids are learning to build confidence, overcome challenges and believe in themselves — one obstacle at a time.
Woman arrested in connection to targeting, stealing from ‘storm-ready’ homes in Englewood
ENGLEWOOD, Fla. — Charlotte County deputies are investigating over a dozen burglaries in Englewood, where homes with hurricane shutters have become targets for thieves, indicating that no one is home. "We need those shutters because they really help protect us and keep us safe," said Englewood resident Gary...
Alleged local killer arrested at a traffic stop in Florida
STROUDSBURG, MONROE COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A man wanted for homicide in Monroe County is now behind bars after an arrest in Florida. Officials say Brian “Sonny” Hewson was taken into custody after allegedly pulling a gun on officers during a traffic stop. After more than a decade of unanswered questions in the murder...
Slipaway Food Truck Park & Marina hosts spring night markets
Slipaway Food Truck Park & Marina will host evenings of food, shopping, music and waterfront views with its Sip & Shop Night Market on the third Thursday of every month from 5 to 9 p.m. Slipaway’s Sip & Shop Night Markets will feature a curated lineup of local artisan vendors...
Jaycee Park concessionaire talks to continue
Cape Coral City Council kicked proposed terms for a concessionaire agreement at Jaycee Park back to the negotiation table Wednesday. Council directed staff to continue to meet with the Kearns Restaurant Group — the only potential partner to submit a request for proposal for operation of planned food and beverage...
Crews battle brush fire at Lee and Collier County line
COLLIER COUNTY, Fla. — Crews are battling a brush fire at the Lee/Collier line that is approximately 150 acres and started Wednesday. According to the North Collier Fire Rescue District, the fire is 95% contained as of 7:55 p.m. The fire district says they will be back at the...
SW Florida spring break 2025-2026: When are Lee County schools out?
Southwest Florida students are eagerly awaiting the end of the 2025-2026 school year. Unfortunately for them, there's still about another three months to go. What students can look forward to is the arrival of spring break, the week-long period that arrives in March or April to give students and teachers a brief...
‘HAD TO DO SOMETHING’: Cape Coral mom starts nonprofit after daughter’s shooting
For nearly two years, Luz Rincon has grieved privately. Now, she is speaking publicly for the first time about the loss of her 15-year-old daughter, Kayla Rincon-Miller, and her mission to help teens.
Trader Joe’s plans more stores in Florida. None have this SWFL address
Last week we asked people living in and near Cape Coral what grocery store would they like to come to one of the fastest growing cities in the U.S. Trader Joe's was the top choice in our poll with 43% choosing the grocery store known for its affordable, high-quality private-label products, innovative frozen meals,...

















