Sanibel Reviews Affordable Housing Rules Amid Fair Housing Concerns
The grant that Lee County awarded to Community Housing & Resources’ Riverview II project has raised questions about Sanibel’s affordable housing program and whether it meets the requirements of the Federal Fair Housing Act. The grant is subject to a related set of nondiscrimination requirements, and Lee County...
USPS decides to permanently close post office – two years after suspending vital service
THE US Postal Service is shutting the doors for good on a post office that’s been in limbo for almost two years. Officials confirmed The Orchards Mall location in Benton Township, Michigan, won’t be reopening, according to the Herald-Palladium. The branch was first suspended back in September 2023,...
Lehigh Acres man accused of refusing drug test, violating terms of probation for possession...
LEHIGH ACRES, Fla. — A Lehigh Acres man is wanted after being accused of violating the terms of his probation by refusing a drug test, according to Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers. Crime Stoppers says that John Monforto, 27, was initially arrested during a traffic stop, where deputies say they...
Thunderstorms, Heavy Rain For Tampa Bay and Southwest Florida
TAMPA BAY, Florida – The National Weather Service Tampa Bay forecasts warm and humid conditions with scattered to numerous showers and thunderstorms across the Tampa Bay region and Southwest Florida today, Saturday, August 29, 2026. Rain coverage increases over the weekend as flow turns more easterly. National Weather
Crews battle fire at church in Buckingham
BUCKINGHAM, Fla. — Crews are battling a massive fire at a church on Buckingham Road in Buckingham on Friday night. According to the Lehigh Acres Fire Control and Rescue District, the fire went through the roof of the church, and crews are still at the scene working to extinguish the fire.
Palo Alto County reports felony exploitation arrest, prison sentence and minor-related charges
The Palo Alto County Sheriff’s Office released details on three separate cases, including a felony financial exploitation arrest, a prison sentence and charges involving a minor. Originally published by Iowa Pulse . For more verified Iowa news and real-time updates, follow Iowa Pulse.
Lee County NAACP honors 63rd anniversary of March on Washington
FORT MYERS, Fla. — Thousands gathered in Washington, D.C., 63 years ago for the March on Washington, and today, the Lee County NAACP is marking the anniversary with a local march and protest in downtown Fort Myers at the Federal Courthouse. The event is part of a nationwide effort...
1 case of measles confirmed in Lee County, healthcare officials weigh in
LEE COUNTY, Fla. — In the past two weeks, Lee Health reported one case of measles at Golisano Children's Hospital, and the Florida Department of Health in Collier County confirmed another case as of last Saturday. Florida has reported 156 cases of measles since January, with health officials emphasizing...
Flood advisory for Lee County on Aug. 28
FORT MYERS, Fla. — A flood advisory is active in Lee County until 9:30 p.m. on Aug. 28. Live Interactive Radar: Track conditions in real time with the Gulf Coast Live Radar. The flood advisory includes: Fort Myers, Buckingham, Lehigh Acres, Gateway and Fort Myers Villas. Strong thunderstorms in...
Cape Coral man faces DUI, hit-and-run charges after reported crash into tree, mailboxes
CAPE CORAL, Fla. — A 71-year-old Cape Coral man faces multiple charges after police said he crashed a rented Jeep into a tree and a mailbox before driving away and refusing to stop for officers. Glenn Anthony Arrigo was arrested Thursday on charges including driving under the influence, fleeing...
