We are not just reporters in SW Florida. We are your neighbors
For our latest installment of "What We Do" where we talk our journalists about their jobs and the stories they write, we catch up with breaking new reporter Tomas Rodriguez, who also covers news in local courtrooms for The News-Press and Naples Daily News. Question: Why did you become a journalist? What sparked your...
From Isolation to Center Stage: Matthew’s Journey with Autism
Matthew Hasley’s journey from a quiet, isolated child to a confident lead actor is a powerful testament to the transformative power of support and the arts. Diagnosed with autism at an early age, Matthew’s life began with struggles. His mom, Trissa, quit her job to stay home with him. Matthew did not speak until he...
South Florida to see warm weather, possible showers this week
It's going to be a warm week in South Florida, and there's a chance that parts of the area could see some spotty showers.
SWFLA To Do List: Events in Bonita Springs, Estero, Naples and Marco
Top events of the week: 3 To Do: Modern bluegrass at Arts Bonita; Everglades presentation; more. On Thursday, March 5: 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Baker Senior Center Naples (BSCN), 6200 Autumn Oaks Lane. The Great Dames are a local singing group made up of members of the Naples Woman’s Club. Performing pop music favorites...
3 To Know: Measles outbreak in Collier; Florida may set new e-bikes rules
1. MEASLES OUTBREAK: Collier County has more than 80 cases. At press time, Collier County is now up to 83 cases of measles since an outbreak began in late January on the campus of Ave Maria University. Statewide there have been 114 cases of the highly infectious disease since the...
Man accused of going 115 mph on I-75, Collier County deptuties find fake handgun...
COLLIER COUNTY, Fla. — A man in Collier County is accused of driving over 100 mph on I-75, the Collier County Sheriff's Office said. According to an arrest report, deputies noticed suspect Hariharan Chalam Balaji, 18, driving quickly down I-75. According to their radar, Balaji was driving 115 mph.
Habitat for Humanity bringing 210 affordable homes to Collier County families
Habitat for Humanity of Collier County is building 210 affordable homes in a new neighborhood called Las Palmas.
A Deal is a Deal
There were weather delays and mechanical delays during the big renourishment project on Fort Myers Beach. Because Ahtna Marine & Construction did not finish the project on time the Town Council is withholding the final payment to Ahtna which is over $800,000. Representatives from Ahtna did not even show up...
Planned 420-mile Florida Gulf Coast Trail will connect Tampa Bay to Naples
You can’t walk, run or bike it just yet, but ambitious plans to link Tampa Bay with Naples are well on their way to being realized. The 420-mile Florida Gulf Coast Trail will be one of the longest continuous trails in Florida, linking seven counties and 52 rural, urban and suburban communities, including Hillsborough...
Say hello to Marshalls ‘sister store’ as another new location to open up in...
A SISTER store of Marshalls is expected to open sometime this year, bringing its affordable brand-name and designer merchandise to more fans. TJ Maxx, alongside a beloved beauty retailer, will...
