Mom Allegedly Slit Throats of Husband, Son in Failed Suicide Pact — But Dad...
Barbara Bates picked a horror movie and steak as part of their last family activity, she allegedly told police
SELFLESS SERVANTS: Veterans celebrated throughout region
Members of the military were celebrated at ceremonies around the region for Veterans Day.
Family brings presidential quality empanadas to Southwest Florida
Throughout Southwest Florida one family is cooking up some the most gourmet empanadas available. Pilar’s Empanadas Argentinas offers more than 20 flavors of empanadas, including several gluten free, vegetarian and vegan options, along with the gourmet empanadas that are made with quality cheeses and meats. “It’s all...
Cape Coral’s Big John statue could be home for Christmas after year-long repairs
It’s been a year since Big John left downtown Cape Coral . But the big guy might be coming home soon — just in time for Christmas. Repairs are almost done on the smiling, grocery-toting statue — a popular South Cape landmark — after the 28-foot-tall Big John was badly damaged by Hurricane Ian in 2022. “I want him...
Woman accused of violating probation stemming from drug charges
LEE COUNTY, Fla. — Southwest Florida Crimestoppers is searching for a wanted woman in Lee County. Allysia Rappuhn, 44, is accused of violating her probation and is charged with four counts of possession with a controlled substance. If you have information in this case, you are asked to contact...
Investigation underway near Grenelefe Court in North Fort Myers
NORTH FORT MYERS, Fla. — An investigation is ongoing near Grenelefe Court in North Fort Myers Tuesday. According to the Lee County Sheriff's Office, violent crimes detectives are at the scene investigating. The sheriff's office said the scene is contained and there is no threat to the public. This...
Active investigation shuts down section of Taylor Road in Punta Gorda
Taylor Rd. between Airport and Burnt Store Rd. in Punta Gorda was shut down Tuesday night because of an investigation.
Big Carlos Pass Bridge Will Open to Traffic Friday Morning
Workers will shift cars and trucks to the new Big Carlos Pass Bridge beginning Friday, Nov. 14. LeeTran trolley stops on the east side will start running once cars move over. A narrow walkway exists on the new span, but it isn't done yet, so bike riders and walkers must continue to use caution.
Florida man escaped into a porta potty after trying to run over a construction...
A construction worker told officers that Mulnix emerged from a nearby beach wearing nothing but sweatpants and allegedly entered private property. The post Florida man escaped into a porta potty after trying to run over a construction worker with his own car: Police first appeared on Law & Crime .
Veteran family escapes Bokeelia house fire with neighbors’ help
A veteran and his family escaped a house fire in Bokeelia after neighbors helped rescue them before firefighters arrived on Veterans Day.
