Blood-covered man stops driver, then woman found stabbed to death, FL cops say
A man covered in blood with two kids flagged down a delivery driver, leading to the discovery of a woman who had been fatally stabbed over 25 times, Florida authorities said. Salah Chellih, 71, is now charged with second-degree murder, Lee County Sheriff Carmine Marceno announced in a Sept. 18 news conference.
Police investigate arson at Chabad of Charlotte County in Punta Gorda
Punta Gorda police are investigating a fire at the Chabad of Charlotte County as an arson. Our Fox 4 reporter on scene found a shattered front door and a "J" sprayed painted on the wall next to it.
Englewood man dies in Charlotte County pickup truck crash Friday night
A 31-year-old Englewood man died after his pickup truck became airborne and crashed into a utility pole on South McCall Road in Charlotte County.
Lee County EMT Jessica Sanchez dies following off-duty accident
Lee County EMT Jessica Sanchez died Friday following an off-duty accident. Colleagues remember her for her bright smile and positive attitude.
Your Dogs Need To Be Leashed
Did you know that dogs are allowed on Fort Myers Beach, but they MUST be on a leash? Several members of the MERTF committee said Thursday morning that dogs off their leash are harrassing and killing birds. MERTF committee member Jennifer Rusk said her phone is blowing up every day...
Fundraiser set for family after vehicle crash
PORT CHARLOTTE — In an instant, Charli Galloway and her four children’s lives changed.
Charlotte County Florida Quality of Life: Music, Fun, and Community Spirit
Charlotte County Florida Quality of Life Begins with Local Talent and Music. Charlotte County, Florida, is more than sunshine and waterfront views—it’s a place where music and community spirit meet to create unforgettable moments. Just ask Toni Deeds, a local karaoke singer who has become a symbol of what makes life...
Better Together Plans Two Southwest Florida Job Fairs in October
Next month, job seekers can meet with companies at two local fairs set up by Better Together. The nonprofit picked spots in Cape Coral and Fort Myers for these October events. Grace Church in Cape Coral opens its doors on Oct. 15 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. This fair focuses on workers with past jail time, no fixed home,...
Cape Coral’s beloved Dixie Roadhouse steps into new chapter with fresh ownership
Cape Coral's Dixie Roadhouse sold to new owners who plan upgrades while preserving 15-year legacy of line dancing and community fun.
Walker Farms keeps local bees hard at work
Alan Walker and his wife Joyce own Walker Farms in North Fort Myers. They have been in the same location for 55 years, since 1970, Walker said, adding that his family had moved to Alva back in 1889 and that he has had bees since he was 13. He explained...

















