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Potential relief for local businesses as Florida nears marijuana legalization vote
FORT MYERS, Fla. — The federal government is one step closer to acknowledging that marijuana should not be treated as severely as drugs like LSD or heroin. This reclassification could mean significant changes for individuals and businesses alike, reducing the risk of legal repercussions for marijuana use. As Florida...
Tracking dangerous heat for Saturday
FORT MYERS, Fla. — Get ready for a sizzling Saturday with temperatures that will make you sweat. A warm front lifting far to our north is placing us in a warm sector of our next system, and the southerly winds are cranking up our temperatures. It's like nature's oven is set too high for the weekend.
1 person dead in motorcycle crash at Fowler St and Winkler Ave in Fort Myers
FORT MYERS, Fla. — One person was killed in a crash between a motorcycle and an SUV in Fort Myers Thursday afternoon. According to the Fort Myers Police Department, the crash happened at the intersection of Winkler Avenue and Fowler Street. FMPD said there will be road closures and...
'Where am I going to go?': Seniors struggle to afford rising rent in Fort Myers
For some fixed income seniors, they can't afford changing, rising rents. One woman told FOX 4 's Senior Reporter Kaitlin Knapp, either she doesn't eat if she pays the new rent, or she's homeless.
Lehigh Acres gunman who tried to break into home still on the run
An unidentified gunman remains on the run following a shooting Wednesday at the Jim Fleming Ecological Park in Lehigh Acres. Deputies from the Lee County Sheriff’s Office responded to the scene and collected bags of evidence; however, a suspect has not been named, nor has there been an update as to whether the alleged gunman is in custody.
3 teens accused of car theft, burglary arrested in Cape Coral
CAPE CORAL, Fla. — Three juveniles have been arrested after an alleged string of car thefts in Cape Coral. Cape Coral police responded to the 700 block of NW 18th Place at approximately 7:30 a.m. on May 7 for reports of a car theft. The victim had Ring camera...
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...
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...
12 vehicle crash shuts down all lanes of I-75 near MM 116
A 12-vehicle crash temporarily closed all lanes of Interstate 75 near mile marker 116. Traffic is currently fully open as crews continue to work the scene on the southbound shoulder Thursday at 5 p.m. Bonita Springs firefighters are working the scene along with Florida Highway Patrol. Tow trucks helped get...
Detective who fired fatal shot at Christopher Jordan returns to work Monday
Fort Myers police have confirmed to WINK News the detective who shot and killed a man inside his home will return to work Monday morning. State attorney Amira Fox paved the way for detective James Moschella to return to duty when she declared the killing of 58-year-old Christopher Jordan “justified.”
Family of victim sues Lee County School District, claiming it failed to protect student
The family of a student who was sexually abused and sent graphic images by a former teacher sued the District in a civil lawsuit for “an excess of $50,000 in damages.” The lawsuit claims the student incurred medical and psychological injuries from her experience at Diplomat Middle School in Cape Coral.
FMPD honors 7 officers and 2 K-9s who died in the line of duty dating back to 1930
Nine lives were given, and all nine will remain remembered. A lifetime of gratitude for the fallen officers. On Friday in Fort Myers, the city gathered to pay their respects to seven police officers and two police K-9s who died in the line of duty. Seven fallen but not forgotten...
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...
'Overkill': Family of man killed by Cape Coral police reacts after officers cleared
The family of a 73-year-old Cape Coral man fatally shot by police last summer remember him as extremely kind-hearted and extremely giving, even as police conclude lethal shots fired in his living room were justified. "He was shot at 13 times even though he was sitting in his chair," daughter Sharon Halle 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.
Cape Coral gets first big rain amid water shortage
CAPE CORAL, Fla. — Thursday's heavy rain flooded the streets near Embers Parkway and Burnt Store Road, marking the first significant rainfall in recent weeks. One resident, who recently bought a new car, shared that he did so specifically to navigate his way out of his home during heavy downpours.
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...
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