FORECAST: Isolated storms over the weekend. It gets even drier next week.
Here is your forecast for Friday, September 26th, 2025. Good morning, Southwest Florida, we are waking up dry and warm with temperatures close to the coast in the upper 70s and mid 70s inland. We are monitoring a little fog in north Collier county along with Glades and Hendry counties where the visibility is down...
WATCH: New body cam video of Bonita Springs husband accused of murdering wife
The 71-year-old was charged with second-degree murder after his wife was found with 50 knife wounds; exclusive court testimony reveals details of Bonita Springs case.
Collier County, FL, Blue Monkey Bar and Grille cited for 11 violations during recent...
Blue Monkey Bar and Grille in Naples found itself on the wrong side of health inspectors last month, racking up a total of 11 violations during an August 27 inspection that resulted in a warning and required follow-up visits.
ICE Barbie Accused of Rushing Money to Rebuild Pier Near Alleged Lover’s Home
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem jump-started a stalled pier project in Naples, Florida, after a major donor called to complain. The historic pier was badly damaged by Hurricane Ian in 2022, and frustrated city officials had been trying for months to get disaster assistance funds from the Federal Emergency...
LCSO Recovers Town’s Stolen Boat
Ten months after it was stolen right off the beach, the Lee County Sheriff’s Department located the town’s enforcement boat about 5 miles off the island earlier this week. Here are all the details. The $25,000 boat was recovered along with the $5,000 trailer it was sitting on....
SWFLA To Do List: Events in Bonita Springs, Estero, Naples and Marco Island
Top events of the week: 3 To Do: Florida Horror-Fest, ‘People and Places’ and a Happy Hour for Hope. The tribute band Us2 performs 8-9:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 26, at South Street’s Founders Square, 8845 Founders Square Drive, Naples. General admission is $30 the day of ($25 in advance), with seating available on a...
Fort Myers Beach ups property tax rate to rebuild emergency reserves
The Town of Fort Myers Beach is trying to rebuild its emergency reserves. The town is $9 million in the red, and leaders say a raise in property taxes will help bridge the gap. How much it will go up.
Bowditch Park Water Tests Show Beach Is Safe for Swimming
Test results from Lee County health officials confirm swimmers can safely return to Bowditch Park beach. The Tuesday report shows acceptable enterococcus bacteria counts in the water. Scientists checked water samples for signs of contamination, focusing on enteric bacteria, tiny organisms that signal the presence of...
The Shelter announces Domestic Violence Awareness Month events
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM) and The Shelter for Abused Women & Children is hosting a series of events designed to raise awareness and inspire action. Upcoming events including the Paws for Peace, a gathering at Naples Botanical Garden; a public Candlelight Vigil at Cambier Park; the March to...
Fort Myers Beach Trailer Permit Deadline Ends, Affecting Hurricane Ian Recovery Progress
Tuesday marked the end of temporary trailer permit renewals on Fort Myers Beach. The deadline affects about 100 storm survivors still picking up the pieces after Ian struck. Officials want permit holders to prove their struggles to keep mobile units running. "Understanding that many of them have had difficulties...

















