U.S. Army Corps opens spillways along Caloosahatchee River — boaters take heed
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers have reopened spillway gates at three dams along the Caloosahatchee River -- and boaters need to pay attention. The spillways were opened this week to restore the downstream flow of freshwater, which is necessary to counteract the tides pushing saltwater up the river. If incoming saltwa
Vehicle fire causes delays on I-75 in Charlotte County
CHARLOTTE COUNTY, Fla. (WWSB) - Drivers should expect delays on southbound Interstate 75 after a vehicle fire Friday afternoon. According to an alert shared from the Charlotte County Sheriff, Florida Highway Patrol troopers were on scene at mile marker 166 as of 4:01 p.m. The right lane was closed because...
Cape Coral police target distracted driving in citywide operation
CAPE CORAL, Florida - The Cape Coral Police Department conducted a citywide traffic saturation operation on May 15, 2026, specifically targeting distracted driving. The operation, which ran from 6:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., resulted in 100 total traffic stops and 96 citations, according to a press release from the departm
One person arrested following police chase on I-75 in Florida
FLORIDA — A 22-year-old man was arrested early Friday morning after leading Florida Highway Patrol troopers on a high-speed chase that ended with a PIT maneuver and crash on Interstate 75 in Lee County, according to authorities. FHP said troopers attempted to stop a Ford Mustang traveling 120 mph on southbound I-75. In
Trio suspected of golf cart crime spree across Lee County
LEE COUNTY, Fla. — A late-night golf cart joyride ended with three people being arrested in connection with a theft spree in the Villas and Cape Coral. Lee County deputies responded to reports of a trio stealing golf carts and causing damage in the Hideaway neighborhood and golf course clubhouse on May 6.
Fire Ignites Stored Ammunition, Gutting a Garage on SW 26th Place in Cape Coral
Cape Coral Garage Reduced to Rubble After Fire Sets Off Stored Ammunition A garage fire in Cape Coral’s SW 26th […] This article originally appeared on BuildLikeNew.com — visit us for more home security guides.
Fort Myers Woman Crashes Rental Car Into Someone’s Home After Night Out on the...
A night at Fort Myers Beach apparently did not end the way anyone planned, and a Lehigh Acres woman is now facing serious criminal charges after her drive home took a very wrong turn. According ... Read more
Drought drains Southwest Florida water reserve, officials say supply is secure
Standing on the wall of a reservoir the size of about four golf courses, it’s easy to see the impact of Southwest Florida’s extreme water shortage. Operated by the Peace River Manasota Regional Water Supply Authority, the reservoir is built to hold 6 billion gallons of water. It is now half empty, and the distance betw
These 10 Florida Diners Feel Like Home to More Than Just Locals
Florida is famous for its beaches and theme parks, but some of the best experiences happen over a plate of hot food at a classic diner. Across the state, certain spots have earned a loyal following that goes way beyond the neighborhood regulars. These diners serve up more than just...
New Fort Myers mini mall opens with vintage clothes, furniture, art
Kim Lee-Smith never thought Alice Cooper would be one of her first customers at Edison Mall . Not in a million years. But there he was: Walking through the front door of her new vintage market, just four days after the place opened. The hard-rock icon visited Old Town New Market Central on Tuesday, May 5, while in Fort
