Florida woman arrested, accused of illegally renting out home she doesn’t own
CHARLOTTE COUNTY, Florida (WBBH) — The Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office arrested a woman after she was accused of renting out someone else’s home. Cori Carmichael was arrested last Thursday, and she is facing charges for grand theft. Khiana Mace’s life was disrupted in 2024 when her childhood...
Family calls for release of Manatee County man detained by ICE after minor traffic...
Community organizations and activists in Tampa Bay are demanding the release of Eddy Macario, a husband, father, and caregiver detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents following a minor traffic violation in Port Charlotte on May 27, 2025.
Lee couple charged in armed robbery spree at businesses in four counties
A Lee County duo has been charged in connection with five armed robberies and one attempted holdup at businesses near I-75 in mid-September around the region, according to the U.S. Department of Justice. Taleah Williams, 21, of North Fort Myers, and Javion Ward, 21, of Fort Myers, have been charged...
Cape Coral’s canals: The backbone of a resilient city
When people think of Cape Coral, Florida, what often comes to mind first is water: palm tree-lined canals and a boating lifestyle. With over 400 miles of navigable canals—more than Venice, Italy—this Southwest Florida city has been referred to as a “Waterfront Wonderland.” Yet few realize that Cape Coral’s canals are...
Troopers: Florida DEP worker threw cup of liquid at driver during I-75 road rage
Kevin Holden is charged with aggravated battery after said he threw liquid at the victim's vehicle while going 80 mph on nI-75.
Florida man charged with arson after allegedly setting synagogue fire
According to local police and the sheriff's office, detectives received tips from family members that linked him to the investigation.
Take a stop at the Franklin Shops
When you first set foot in Downtown Fort Myers’ Franklin Shops, the first thing many people think is, ‘wow.’. Since the store opened on New Year’s Day in 2010, artwork has been sprawled out across the store from vivid paintings of landscapes from all over the globe to abstract sculptures that leave viewers in awe.
Two people were killed in a deadly collision on SR31 and Bermont Road
SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - On Sept. 24 around 7 a.m., two vehicles collided head-on at State Road 31 and Bermont Rd. with each other killing two people. Charlotte County Public Safety crews responded to the incident. An off-duty firefighter was the first on the scene, assisting until emergency crews arrived.
Cape Coral murder suspect transferred back to Lee County, booked into jail
Cape Coral Police say Devin Johnson fatally stabbed his mother a week ago. He was being held in the Collier County Jail for alleged crimes committed after the murder, but he's now back in Lee County.
Cops: Diesel fuel theft ring busted in the act
PUNTA GORDA — Three men were reportedly caught in the act of stealing fuel at a Punta Gorda gas station, according to Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office.

















