Changes coming to Social Security identity verification
The Social Security Administration is changing how people can verify their identity for retirement, survivors, or family benefits. Verification will now require an online or in-person visit to a...
View ArticleNaples embraces new mobile gym for dogs
A unique mobile gym for dogs is making waves in Naples, offering a convenient way for pets to exercise without leaving their homes. RELATED: Fort Myers nonprofit pairs veterans with rescue dogs for...
View ArticleTim Aten Knows: Costco formally files plans for second store in Collier
Less than two weeks after hundreds of residents packed a neighborhood information meeting to protest conceptual plans for a second location in Collier County, Costco Wholesale Corp. submitted formal...
View ArticleMan accused of stealing over $15K worth of Pokémon cards in North Naples
NORTH NAPLES The Collier County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a man accused of stealing over $15,000 worth of Pokémon cards from a North Naples business. Deputies arrested Fransico Alverez, 34, on...
View ArticleAutism Collier Charter School to share space with BridgePrep Academy for...
Autism Collier Charter School, scheduled to open in August 2025, announced in late March that it will share space during its first year with BridgePrep Academy, another charter school at 3161 Santa...
View ArticleBrush fire in Collier County causes temporary road closures
According to the Collier County Sheriff’s Office, a brush fire has ignited in Collier County, affecting local roads and visibility. The fire forced the temporary closure of Oil Well Road from Camp...
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Collier County residents urged to prepare for brush fire season
As fires become a frequent concern in the area, residents in brush-heavy regions like the Estates in Collier County need to be prepared. Residents living near wooded areas should have a fire go-bag...
View Article96-year-old lives out birthday dream at Immokalee casino
IMMOKALEE A local woman celebrated a milestone birthday in style, turning 96, with a dream experience at the Seminole Casino Hotel Immokalee. Roberta Sacco, who had never been to a casino before, lived...
View ArticleNicklaus offers to let Lee Health stay in place in Collier location
NAPLES Nicklaus Children’s Hospital and Golisano Children’s Hospital of Southwest Florida have been in a legal dispute over a sublease agreement for Meridian Place in Naples. Nicklaus informed Golisano...
View ArticleFlight that departed from Naples airport crashes in Minnesota suburb
NAPLES According to the Federal Aviation Administration, an aircraft that originally departed from the Naples Municipal Airport crashed in a Minnesota suburb at approximately 12:20 p.m. on Saturday....
View Article1 dead and 1 injured after Naples Manor shooting
NAPLES MANOR A domestic dispute in Naples Manor turned tragic Sunday evening, leaving one person dead and another in critical condition. T The Collier County Sheriff’s Office is investigating the...
View ArticleCostco formally files plan for second store in Collier County
NAPLES Plans for a second Costco in Collier County are moving forward but not without controversy. Developers have formally filed plans for the new store at the corner of Rattlesnake Hammock Road and...
View ArticleNaples kids learn to sew at The Sewing Bar
In Naples, Allison Mauriello is inspiring young minds at The Sewing Bar by teaching kids the timeless art of sewing. These young creators are crafting everything from dresses and backpacks to...
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Collier County cancer patient receives home makeover
GOLDEN GATE A Golden Gate man is living life to the fullest despite a terminal colon cancer diagnosis. Doctors have given Steve Kapish just one year to live, but his spirit remains unbroken. WINK News...
View Article17-year-old student charged after gun found in school parking lot
NAPLES A Palmetto Ridge High School student was charged after a loaded gun was found in his vehicle in the school parking lot. Detectives said the 17-year-old student did not threaten anyone and did...
View ArticleFire breaks out inside Naples electrical equipment building; outages reported
NAPLES The Naples Fire Rescue responded to a fire inside a Florida Power and Light electrical equipment building. Firefighters responded to the scene located on Gulfshore Boulevard at around 9:30 p.m....
View ArticleFlorida toll relief program ends; saved drivers 50% on tolls
The Florida Toll Relief Program is ending its significant savings to eligible drivers across the state on Tuesday. According to Lee County, the program automatically provided a 50% toll credit for...
View ArticleVanderbilt Beach Library faces closure, community rallies to save it
NORTH NAPLES A petition is circulating in Collier County to save the Vanderbilt Beach Library, drawing significant community support. More than 1,200 people have signed the petition to “Save Vanderbilt...
View ArticleNaples Airport aims for quieter skies with new flight procedures
NAPLES The Naples Airport is a frequent topic of discussion in the community, with complaints often centered around noise and potential relocation. New developments emerged as the Naples Airport...
View Article“Zoom Hotline” created for Collier County traffic trouble
Collier County is encouraging residents to report traffic issues they encounter on the roads. Running red lights, distracted drivers, and speeding are common problems in Southwest Florida. The Collier...
View Article‘Soup Nazi’ retires, sells original Larry’s Lunch Box in East Naples
No soup for you — at least not from Naples’ “Soup Nazi” anymore. Marci Redding has retired after more than 35 years of berating indecisive customers at Larry’s Lunch Box Delicatessen in East Naples....
View ArticleOfficials on scene of 70-acre brush fire in Collier County
NAPLES The Greater Naples Fire Rescue District and the Florida Forest Service are on the scene of a 70-acre brush fire. It’s located near the area of Sabal Palm Road and Sanders Boulevard and was...
View ArticleNew cardiac center in Naples promises advanced heart and stroke care
NAPLES A new cardiac care facility is set to transform healthcare in Naples. The Schulze Family Cardiovascular and Stroke Critical Care Center will soon rise on the NCH campus, bringing all heart and...
View ArticleLamoraga restaurant in Naples closing after an 11-year-run
After a successful 11-year run in Naples, Lamoraga restaurant is permanently closing its doors this weekend. Launched on April 14, 2014, at 3936 Tamiami Trail N., Lamoraga is known for its inventive...
View ArticleNCH begins work on R.M. Schulze Family Heart and Stroke Critical Care Center
After several years of planning, work began this week on the R.M. Schulze Family Heart and Stroke Critical Care Center on the downtown campus of Naples Comprehensive Health that will bring all the...
View ArticleCollier County teen who suffered stabbing recovering at home
NAPLES A teenager who was stabbed and run over during an attack in Naples is now facing a long road to recovery. However, 17-year-old Yan Cerrillo is back home after the harrowing ordeal. Cerrillo put...
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Collier deputies investigate concerning written message at Oakridge Middle...
COLLIER COUNTY The Collier County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a troubling written message discovered on the campus of Oakridge Middle School. The nature of the message remains undisclosed as...
View ArticleTim Aten Knows: Many restaurants opened, closed in first quarter of 2025
In an effort to snag a piece of the high-volume tourist season, many restaurants launched during the first three months of the year in Southwest Florida. North Naples North Naples saw the most...
View ArticleGuy Fieri features The Local in Naples on ‘Diners, Drive-Ins and Dives’
The Local restaurant in North Naples gets its turn in the national spotlight tonight on the Food Network’s “Diners, Drive-ins and Dives” TV show hosted by Guy Fieri. The farm-to-table restaurant in...
View ArticleYoung influencers from Collier County make waves on TikTok
A new generation of influencers is emerging, and three local teenagers from Southwest Florida are making significant waves on TikTok and YouTube. Nineteen-year-olds Brady Shepherd, Haven Lough and...
View ArticleNaples WWII veteran Joseph Difiori celebrates 100th birthday
Naples Joseph Difiori, a World War II veteran, celebrated his 100th birthday surrounded by family and friends on Friday. RELATED: One of the last WWII women veterans celebrates 100th birthday The Navy...
View ArticleNaples fashion week dazzles with international designers and Ferraris
Naples Fashion Week dazzled attendees with a fusion of high fashion and high-speed cars, culminating in a grand finale of beautiful clothes and fast Ferraris. The event was sponsored by Gulfshore Life...
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Southwest Florida residents protest Trump administration policies
FORT MYERS Protesters gathered along Cypress Lake and U.S. 41 in Fort Myers to express their frustrations with the Trump administration. Hundreds attended the demonstration. Demonstrators held signs...
View ArticleDeputy shoots dog after alleged attack in East Naples
EAST NAPLES According to the Collier County Sheriff’s Office, a deputy shot an aggressive dog while responding to an animal complaint in East Naples. The CCSO Communications Center received eight...
View ArticleTrio of teens attack Easter bunny at Naples mall
NAPLES Three teenagers have been arrested after battering a woman while she was dressed up as the Easter bunny at a Naples mall. On Sunday, officers from the Naples Police Department responded to a...
View ArticleRetired astronaut Nicole Stott discusses NASA budget cuts at Naples event
Nicole Stott, a retired astronaut who participated in the space shuttle program and traveled to the International Space Station twice, recently visited Naples. During her visit, Stott attended an...
View ArticleAI scams: Protect yourself from voice-mimicking fraud
Artificial intelligence is making waves, and it’s now being used in new, deceptive ways. The FBI recently issued an alert about AI being used to mimic voices in order to commit fraud. Generative AI is...
View ArticleCollier County’s Immokalee Road creates traffic troubles
Southwest Florida Immokalee Road in Collier County is experiencing growing pains as a new housing project and shopping area prepare to move in. This area, already known for its traffic congestion,...
View Article2 major restaurants coming to Coastland Center mall in Naples
Two major sit-down restaurants are coming within the next year along the exterior of Coastland Center mall in Naples. The Rodizio Grill Brazilian steakhouse and Oar & Iron Raw Bar & Grill will...
View ArticleCollier County deputies conduct shooting investigation at Airport-Pulling Road
The Collier County Sheriff’s Office is conducting a shooting investigation in the area of Airport-Pulling Road, north of Golden Gate Parkway. Deputies responded to the shooting at around 5 a.m. on...
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Easter events across SWFL
Easter in Southwest Florida is a time of celebration and community, with a variety of events that bring families together. From colorful egg hunts to vibrant parades, the region is filled with fun...
View Article5 injured after vehicle crashes into St. Matthew’s House Boutique Thrift Store
Five people have been injured after a vehicle crashed into the St. Matthew’s House Boutique Thrift Store in Collier County. The collision occurred around 10:40 a.m. on Airport-Pulling Road in Collier...
View ArticleThe benefits of robotic surgery
Robotic surgery has come a long way since it was first approved for use two decades ago. In Collier County, Physicians’ Regional Healthcare System recently acquired the latest version of the da Vinci...
View ArticleGold Star memorial ride in Naples honors veterans
NAPLES The Gold Star Ride in Naples brought together veterans, families and city leaders to honor those who have made the ultimate sacrifice. The event, filled with the sound of engines and the sight...
View ArticleNorth Naples project to ease housing woes for NCH healthcare staff
NAPLES NCH is addressing the affordable housing crisis with a new project for its staff in North Naples. This initiative aims to reduce long commutes and provide accessible housing options for...
View ArticleTim Aten Knows: Preschool construction underway
Q: Do you know what is being built in front of Naples Classic Academy on Immokalee Road? – Elizabeth P., Naples A: Construction began in March on the Creative World School at Naples Classical Academy...
View Article900-arce prescribed burn to begin at CREW in Collier County
The South Florida Water Management District is set to conduct a 900-acre prescribed burn at CREW in Collier County. The Bonita Springs Fire Control and Rescue District burn unit will be at the CREW...
View ArticleWhat’s open and closed in Southwest Florida during Easter
As Easter approaches, Southwest Florida will see a mix of business closures and special openings to accommodate the holiday celebrations. Many local grocery stores, including Publix and Walmart, will...
View ArticleNaples Pride files lawsuit against city over drag show venue change, security...
NAPLES Naples Pride has filed a lawsuit against the city following its denial of hosting drag performances in Cambier Park as part of its annual Pridefest celebration. With this lawsuit, Naples Pride...
View ArticleEast Naples crash suspect makes first court appearance
EAST NAPLES A car crashed into the St. Matthew’s House thrift store in East Naples, injuring six people on Thursday. Donald Russell Jr. made his first court appearance regarding the crash. Russell, 42,...
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