This year’s Lee County crash data reveals important information about your commute
LEE COUNTY, Fla. — Traffic deaths in Lee County have dropped significantly this year, but a new report highlights key risks during afternoon commutes. Data from the Metropolitan Planning Organization shows that from January through mid-June, 23 people have died in crashes. At the same point last year, that number was 6
Cape Coral man who swallowed baggie of fentanyl during traffic stop accused of probation...
A Cape Coral man has a new warrant out for his arrest after he was accused of violating the terms of his probation, according to Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers. Crime Stoppers says Juan Falcon, 38, was initially arrested after he was pulled over by officers for a traffic stop. Officers said he was driving erratically
Forest fires continue to plague wooded areas around region
NORTH PORT — Area firefighters returned to Myakka State Forest on Thursday evening to fight another brush fire.
The Dry Spell Lingers: Sarasota County and Punta Gorda Taps the Brakes on Water...
Sarasota County and Punta Gorda are keeping water shortage restrictions in place until at least October 1. The Southwest Florida Water Management District’s board made the call, aiming to save water as dry weather lingers. So, what does this mean if you’re in Punta Gorda?. Lawn watering stays...
Backstage Pass: Jason Drew goes on stage at Broadway Palm for ‘The Wizard of...
FORT MYERS, Fla. — Jason Drew is taking you on stage at Broadway Palm Dinner Theatre as the cast puts the final touches on their summer production of "The Wizard of Oz." Lions and tigers and bears, oh my! Opening night is tonight. Jason steps backstage with Director Victor...
Florida Teen Gets 25 Years After Movie-Night Robbery Ends With 15-Year-Old Girl Dead.
A 25-year prison sentence now stands at the center of a case that began with...
Two charged with illegally cashing third-party checks
PORT CHARLOTTE — Two Charlotte County business owners are accused of illegally cashing third-party checks at their store, according to court records released this week.
Lee County woman accused of probation violation after pleading guilty to pointing gun at...
LEE COUNTY, Fla. — A new warrant was issued for the arrest of a Lee County woman after she was accused of violating her probation stemming from an aggravated assault arrest. According to Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers, Alasharay Miller, 29, showed up at the gym her ex was at and started a confrontation in the parking
Teen accused of stealing car from dollar store parking lot, leading Fort Myers police...
FORT MYERS, Fla. — A teen was arrested after being accused of leading Fort Myers police officers on a chase after stealing a car from a Family Dollar parking lot. According to the Fort Myers Police Department arrest report, on June 21, officers responded to the Family Dollar store located at 2222 Fowler St. due to repo
JLL Brokers $23.5 Million Sale of Aldi-Anchored Shopping Center in Port Charlotte, Florida
Port Charlotte, Fla. — JLL has brokered the $23.5 million sale of Promenades Port Charlotte, a 226,000-square-foot grocery-anchored shopping center located at 3280 Tamiami Trail in Port Charlotte. The 1970s-era property was completely renovated in 2024, and its Winn-Dixie anchor was recently rebranded to Aldi. Promenad

















