Gunfire And Foot Chase: Jury Convicts Bartow Fugitive Who Turned Weapon On U.S. Marshals
POLK COUNTY, Fla. – A federal jury delivered a guilty verdict Friday against a Bartow man involved in a violent confrontation with law enforcement. Myles Andrew Strickland, 36, was convicted of assaulting a federal officer with a deadly weapon, discharging a firearm during a crime of violence, and possessing a...
Deputies: Two arrested after cow shot in the head
The DeSoto County Sheriff's Office arrested two men after a cow was shot in the head. Deputies said the men are charged with armed trespass and aggravated animal cruelty.
Naples man arrested, accused of bestiality
LEE COUNTY, Fla. — A man was arrested in Lee County on a Collier County warrant after being accused of bestiality. According to the Collier County Sheriff's Office, deputies worked with the Southwest Florida Inter-agency Child Exploitation and Persons Trafficking Task Force and the Internet Crimes Against Children...
9 Desirable Florida Cities Where $225,000 Can Still Buy You a House
Discover 9 sought-after Florida cities where a budget of $225,000 can still secure a comfy home, offering affordability, charm, and strong community appeal.
Get your toes in the sand and marvel at intricate sculptures
The sands of Fort Myers Beach began to take shape Thursday, Nov. 20, as nearly 200 tons of tiny grains transform into fantastical works of art. The 35th American Sand Sculpting Championship kicked off five full days of sculptors − including 10 masters, vendors, music and kids events. It takes place 10 a.m. to 5 p.m....
These Housing Markets Are Cooling the Fastest—and Florida Metros Dominate the List
Florida accounts for seven of the nation’s 10 coolest housing markets by price, with Cape Coral topping the list within the state.
Pizza perfect: Fort Myers pizzerias finish first, second in Orlando competition
Another competition, another win for Uncle Rico's. From Nov. 11-13, the folks from the popular Fort Myers pizza shop attended and competed in the annual Pizza Tomorrow Summit in Orlando. Enrico Aguila, aka Uncle Rico, led the way in the 4 th annual Galbani Professionale Pizza Cup, participating in individual events...
Deputy shoots woman fleeing traffic stop in Fort Myers
Lee County deputy shoots woman who fled traffic stop Friday morning near Fort Myers intersection; suspect hospitalized with non-life-threatening injuries.
Florida property taxes could be lowered; See the 7 plans proposed by lawmaker
LEE COUNTY, Fla. — Florida lawmakers have approved seven proposals aimed at eliminating or reducing property taxes, with the governor advocating for a complete removal and offering voters a single ballot option. Residents lined up to pay their property taxes, hoping it might be the last time they do...
Port Charlotte High School Student Arrested for Threatening Teacher on Instagram
PORT CHARLOTTE, FL — A student at Port Charlotte High School was arrested Thursday afternoon after posting a threat toward a teacher on Instagram. On November 20, deputies responded to the school following a tip from an FBI Intake Research Specialist, who reported that a student had threatened to “blow The post Port...
