RED LIGHT GREEN LIGHT: Neighbors petition for traffic signal on Joel Blvd.
On East 14th Street and Joel Boulevard neighbors said they want to see a change. The last crash Jackie Riches saw near...
Local Sheriff Prummell Updates Punta Gorda Residents on Trails End Dr. Double Homicide Investigation
Sheriff Prummell of Punta Gorda, Florida, updated the public on February 8, 2024, about a double homicide case from January 24, 2024. He held...
FGCU professor says public libraries lower crime
FORT MYERS, Fla. - A Florida Gulf Coast University professor says there is a tie to low crime and public libraries in the same...
Lee County residents urged to take precautions as hospitals near full capacity
FORT MYERS, Fla. - Lee Health officials say the hospitals are at about 90% capacity, which is usual for this time of year. Even...
Florida lawmakers consider eliminating property taxes
FORT MYERS, Fla. - How would you like to see your property taxes eliminated? Some Florida lawmakers are kicking around the idea but that...
Woman faces DUI and drug charges after fleeing fiery North Fort Myers crash
NORTH FORT MYERS, Fla. - After crashing into an electric box, causing her vehicle to ignite in flames, Kimberly Pages made a run for...
Bank Robber Fatally Shot by Sheriff’s Sniper During Hostage Standoff
Fort Myers, Florida - A dramatic hostage situation at a Bank of America branch ended in tragedy as a sheriff’s sniper fatally shot a...
Beached manatee on Fort Myers Beach rescued by Florida Wildlife Conservation
FORT MYERS BEACH, Fla. - A beached manatee was rescued by Florida Wildlife Conservation officials on Thursday at Fort Myers Beach. An employee at...
Fort Myers pizza place suddenly closes its doors due to ‘major medical situation’
A note taped to the door at Pizzeria Di Biscardi bore the news.“We are sadden(ed) to announce our closure due to major medical situation,”...
Sheriff: Double-homicide investigation continues; two suspects in custody
PUNTA GORDA — The Charlotte County Sheriff's Office released more details on a fatal shooting that left two dead on Trails End Drive...
