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Super steamy Thursday with isolated rain and storms in SWFL
FORT MYERS, Fla. — Interactive Radar | Traffic Conditions. The super-steamy and tropical air over Southwest Florida made it feel like the 90s even before sunrise Thursday morning. A Flood Advisory was issued Thursday morning for portions of Southwest Florida, including central and northern portions of Lee County. That...
Fort Myers felon violates probation after facing animal abuse charges
FORT MYERS, Fla. — A Fort Myers felon is wanted for violating his terms of probation after beating his dog. Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers states James Lyster, 53, attacked his dog because it was barking at a neighbor's. Deputies were called to Lyster's house last summer when people heard...
Sanibel man accused of assault with a deadly weapon and firing a gun while drunk
SANIBEL, Fla. — Herb Lord and his wife have been living on Sanibel Island for more than a decade, enjoying what they call tranquility and community spirit. "We like the area because of the water and it being a sanctuary and a great place to live with great neighbors, and not having to worry about crime," Lord said.
Deputies searching for North Fort Myers man who conned Hurricane Ian victim
LEE COUNTY, Fla. — Deputies are searching for a North Fort Myers man after he violated his probation for multiple charges. According to Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers, a new arrest warrant was issued for James Learn, 34, after he violated his probation following an arrest for grand theft and contract fraud during a state of emergency.
LCSO investigating possible connection between shooting and fire in North Fort Myers
Deputies are investigating the alleged shooting of a family’s camper home, which was then burned down by a fire in North Fort Myers. The fire was reported to the Lee County Sheriff’s Office and the North Fort Myers Fire District at around 6:12 a.m. on Thursday. A large...
Crash blocks eastbound lanes at Lee Blvd. & Homestead Rd. in Lehigh Acres
LEHIGH ACRES, Fla. — Eastbound lanes are blocked at the Lee Boulevard and Homestead Road intersection in Lehigh Acres following a crash involving a pedestrian. Florida troopers are on their way to the scene. Count on NBC2 to update you with new information. This is a breaking news story....
Lee County's priciest riverside mansion hits market at $25 million
FORT MYERS, Fla. — The most expensive house on the river in Lee County officially hit the market on Wednesday. Lee County introduces its most expensive riverside property, now available for $25 million. Sitting along the serene Caloosahatchee River, this stunning home offers top-notch luxury and scenic views, raising the bar for upscale living in Southwest Florida.
Motorcyclist speaks out about road rage attack in Estero
A man is in jail for ramming a motorcyclist with his SUV. The suspect, Charles Gaskill, claims the biker flipped him off and provoked him. The victim is doing OK, though he told WINK News his ankle still hurts and is still swollen and scraped up from the fall. He...
2 K-9s help arrest Fort Myers man in drug bust
FORT MYERS, Fla. — Two K-9s helped arrest a Fort Myers man after they found drugs during a traffic stop. According to the Fort Myers Police Department, K-9 Officers Hink and Bane arrived at the scene and conducted a free-air sniff of the car. Sheneyder Cadet, 25, was charged...
Swarms of flying ants invade homes in Golden Gate Estates
GOLDEN GATE ESTATES, Fla. — Flying ants have been spotted swarming throughout homes in eastern Golden Gate Estates since Wednesday. “Right around now is when everything starts to pop," said Luke Hall, the owner of Certified Pest Control, an extermination company serving all three counties of Southwest Florida. Hall...
Fort Myers closing portion of Challenger Blvd. for roundabout project
FORT MYERS, Fla. — Beginning Monday, May 20, contractors for the city of Fort Myers will close Challenger Boulevard, west of Winkler Avenue,to construct a roundabout. The project construction cost is $3 million, and is being funded by the Florida Department of Transportation, through their Local Agency Program. When...
Naples Puppy Prom to raise money for Domestic Animal Services
Think back to your high school’s senior prom; a night of music and dancing amidst a flurry of suits and gowns. Now, you can relive your dance experience with an adorable twist, swapping out your old peers for puppies. ...
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