Lee County Moves Bridge Closures to Monday
The Lee County Department of Transportation now says the overnight Big Carlos Pass Bridge closure will take place next week, not this week. The new bridge is on the south end of Fort Myers Beach. On Monday, January 12th, during the overnight hours of 8 p.m. to 6 a.m., the...
Hundreds of volunteers needed on Sanibel for study on red tide’s respiratory effects
Why do some people flee the beach when exposed to airborne red tide toxins while others – not so much?. The runny noses, puffy eyes and irritated throats are caused by a tiny marine algae called Karenia brevis. Red tide is fairly well understood in terms of what causes...
ONLY ON FOX 4: News Press site plans revealed for Fort Myers Midtown project
Fox 4 has an exclusive look at News Press site plans for Midtown. It will feature 376 housing units, a hotel, retail, and office space.
Neighbors react to killing next door: ‘He was talking to us like nothing happened’
PORT CHARLOTTE — Jordan Patrick Ruddy knocked on his neighbor’s door on Wednesday after purportedly shooting and killing a woman.
Commissioners will review gun range noise complaints, options
PORT CHARLOTTE — Charlotte County commissioners will review a study from the Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office regarding noise concerns from the gun range impacting Waterford Estates residents in Punta Gorda.
Florida man charged in Cape Coral jewelry store heist
FORT MYERS, Florida - Ivel Sanchez Rivera, a 52-year-old from Hialeah, has been charged with conspiracy, interference with commerce by robbery, and use and brandishing of a firearm during a crime of violence, according to United States Attorney Gregory W. Kehoe. If convicted, Sanchez Rivera faces up to 20 years in...
14-year-old accused of setting family’s house on fire in attempt to kill friend
LEHIGH ACRES, Fla. (WINK) - A Florida teenager is facing charges after he allegedly started a house fire using a propane tank while a family of four and their pets were asleep inside. Namiry Enrique Alvarez says her family is traumatized after a 14-year-old boy allegedly set their Lehigh Acres...
Cheapest gas stations in Cape Coral
Anyone who drives a car understands the sting of having to fill up their tank and pulling into the gas station, only to discover that gas prices have skyrocketed. Paying extra for gas means you have less to spend on other things, which, over time, can really put a crimp in your budget.
Fort Myers Beach house No. 1 most expensive home sold in December
These are the Top 10 most expensive homes sold in December 2025 in Lee County. Data provided by Royal Shell Real Estate . 1. 3420 Estero Boulevard, Fort Myers Beach List price: $7,250,000 Sold price: $6,900,000 Neighborhood/Development: Cases Size: 4,409 square feet Year built: 2017 Days on market: 49 Amenities:...
Cape Coral Police warn of surge in illegal e-bike use by kids after Christmas
Cape Coral police reports a surge in illegal e-bike incidents since Christmas, with young riders using unlicensed high-powered bikes recklessly.
