Naples woman robbed during ‘OfferUp’ meet up
A woman who offered her Apple watch on a mobile application called OfferUp says she was robbed by a 16-year-old buyer. May, who preferred not to share her last name, says she listed the watch on the...
View ArticleWebcams at Cape Coral Hospital allow parents to see their kids around the clock
New technology at a hospital in Cape Coral now allows parents to watch their child in real-time—around the clock. Parents of premature babies separated at birth can now reconnect to their little ones...
View ArticleHow to care for your HVAC system as cooler weather arrives
In the chillier winter months, switching from cooling your home to heating it takes 10 times the amount of electricity. “A lot of times when people first turn their heat on, they’re afraid their house...
View ArticleNew driverless shuttles to hit the roads in Babcock Ranch
Driverless shuttles were test driven today in America’s only solar city. This comes one week after the first owners moved into their solar home in Babcock Ranch. Passengers in these shuttles say...
View ArticleWith permits expiring in 2019, workers face return to Haiti
A hit to Florida’s workforce could soon be coming, and right where it hurts the most—at hospitals. Time is running out for many Haitian community members whose work permits will soon expire. Many of...
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Naples firefighter tracks down driver accused of causing crash
A mother and two children were injured in a crash Friday on Kings Lake Boulevard south of Davis Boulevard. The driver of a Chevrolet Camaro was accused of fleeing the scene on foot after speeding...
View ArticleFamily escapes submerged car in Collier County
A vehicle with a family inside crashed into a pond Saturday afternoon on County Barn Road, according to the Collier County Sheriff’s Office. The crash happened at around 3 p.m. at the intersection of...
View ArticleHigh speed chase on I-75 in Collier County ends in arrest
Three people were arrested in connection with a high speed chase on Interstate 75, according to the Collier County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies attempted to stop a vehicle around 4:13 a.m. near mile...
View ArticleMasked men approach kids in Charlotte County backyard
Kids playing just feet from their back door received the scare of their lives when two masked men approached them out of the woods. The two masked men were wearing ski masks and came within feet of...
View ArticleImmokalee man arrested in connection with sex abuse case
Authorities arrested a Collier County man for sex crimes he allegedly committed decades ago. The victim, now 28, came forward to police saying she was sexually abused by Frank Ortega, 45, her aunt’s...
View Article1 hurt in East Naples shooting
One person was injured Sunday night in a shooting near The Blue Flame of Naples off Tamiami Trail East, according to the Collier County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies responded around 10:08 p.m. to the...
View ArticleSWFL, national events honoring Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
The following events will take place Monday across Southwest Florida to celebrate the memory of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.: Fort Myers A parade to celebrate Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day will begin...
View ArticleChild struck by car in Cape Coral, driver flees the scene
A trauma alert was issued for a young child after police say he was struck by a car in Cape Coral. The child was riding a scooter when he was hit. The incident happened in the 1100 block of NE 9th...
View ArticleUproar continues after Collier County schools stay in session on MLK Day
Martin Luther King Day—one students would normally have off—now do not because of Hurrican Irma. The Collier School District is holding class as a make-up day. “Especially in these times with a lot of...
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Cat receives CPR at scene of apartment fire in Collier County
A fire broke out in a neighborhood in Collier County Monday afternoon. The fire started in one of the units on the second floor of an apartment complex. Firefighters were able to extinguish the...
View ArticleCape Coral police increasing presence to slow drivers on busy roads
A car plowed right into a child who was riding a scooter—and then sped off. Cape Coral Police are looking for a black Kia SUV. Neighbors say they aren’t surprised something like this happened on NE 9th...
View ArticleTwo vehicles collide, one person airlifted after crash in North Naples
A man in his 70’s was airlifted to Lee Memorial Hospital following a head-on collision between two SUVs. The crash happened at the intersection of Wiggins Bay Drive and Wiggins Pass Road. Two vehicles...
View ArticleMany locals unhappy with new fee to park around Cape Harbour
It will now cost drivers $2 per hour to park around Cape Harbour. This “solution” comes after a shutdown of public parking over the summer. Darlene Czapiga and her husband Peter weren’t happy about...
View ArticlePolice investigating fatal crash in Lehigh Acres
The Florida Highway Patrol is currently investigating a crash that left at least one person dead Monday night. The crash happened at 1810 Acacia Ave. A trauma alert was issued for a 60-year-old patient...
View ArticleMan arrested in Collier high speed chase on I-75
One person was arrested in connection with a high speed chase early Tuesday morning on Interstate 75, according to the Collier County Sheriff’s Office said. Hamilton Lawson, 45, is facing charges in...
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