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  • A Lehigh Acres man is facing federal charges for his alleged role in a vehicle theft ring. Vehicles were stolen from car dealerships, residential parking garages, other businesses and from private residences including one in Cape Coral. Models listed in a federal indictment as being taken included a Dodge Ram 3500, Jeep Wrangler Sahara and Infiniti QX80.
    Lehigh Acres man faces charges for alleged role in major theft ring targeting luxury-level vehicles
    A federal grand jury indictment names Michel Serrano of Lehigh Acres as one of three men alleged to be part of a major Florida theft ring targeting vehicles including premium pickups, high-end Jeep models and luxury brands such as the Infiniti.The 34-year-old Serrano faces charges of conspiracy to commit interstate transportation of stolen motor vehicles and the sale and possession of stolen motor vehicles, as well as two counts of interstate transportation of stolen motor vehicles. If convicted on all counts, Serrano faces a maximum penalty of 10 years in federal prison. The indictment described Serrano as registered agent, president and treasurer of Serrano Trucks Corp. of Lehigh Acres. The Florida Division of Corporations lists the company as inactive.
  • FDLE seeks info on seven remaining active Amber Alerts
    Seven Amber Alerts remain active in Florida
  • Sea turtle nest counts for 2024: lower numbers for some species, solid, record numbers for others
    The Florida Fish and Wildlife's Research Bulletin for February reports that 2024 nesting numbers for sea turtles were no surprise, recording lower numbers for some species but also posting solid and record-breaking counts for other species.The counts are the result of the Florida Index Nesting Beach Survey which records sea turtle nest counts on a standardized set of index beaches. Researchers use the annual survey to determine nesting trends.
  • Boating safety isn’t just for the person at the helm—it’s for everyone on board. Passengers play a crucial role in ensuring a safe and enjoyable trip. Knowing how to properly wear a life jacket, assist in emergencies, and understand basic navigation rules can make all the difference in an unexpected situation. A boating safrty course from the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary can help impart that knowledge.
    National Safe Boating Week events in Lee and Collier County
    In observance of National Safe Boating Week, the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary’s Wiggins Pass Flotilla is hosting events to celebrate and educate in Southwest Florida. National Safe Boating Week will take place from May 17 through May 23 this year. Florida is one of the most popular states for boating, with 81 percent of the state’s boating deaths being caused by drowning. Here is a full list of local National Safe Boating Week events.
  • Florida gasoline supplies stabilize according to AAA
    Florida gasoline supplies have stabilized and pump prices are holding steady.
  • This GOES-16 GeoColor satellite image taken at 8:11 a.m. EDT and provided by National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) shows Hurricane Debby, a Category 1 storm over northern Florida, Monday, Aug. 5, 2024.
    FloridaCommerce encourages use of pre-application assessment for Rebuild Florida 2023-24 program
    FloridaCommerce is encouraging homeowners impacted by the 2023 and 2024 Storms—Hurricanes Idalia, Debby, Helene, Milton or the 2024 North Florida Tornadoes— to complete the pre-application assessment for the Rebuild Florida 2023 and 2024 Storms Housing Repair and Replacement Program.
  • Turkeys and pumpkin pies were ready for distribution. Volunteers spent the day handing out thousands of turkey dinners to families who have food insecurity in Collier County, FL. Capital Wealth Advisors, an independent financial advisory firm, partnered with St. Matthew’s House for the 19th Annual Capital Wealth Advisors (CWA) Turkey Drop event. On Monday Turkeys and donations were dropped off to make this event possible. Besides turkeys, families were given, eggs, vegetables, pumpkin pies, juice and other Thanksgiving fixings.
    Thanksgiving closures in Lee County
    Thanksgiving closures announced for Lee County; some hours adjusted in other offices.
  • FGCU coach Karl Smesko questions a call during the ASUN Women’s Basketball Championship on Saturday, March 16, 2024, at Alico Arena in Fort Myers. FGCU won 76-47.
    Women's basketball coach Karl Smesko to leave FGCU for Atlanta
    Women's basketball coach Karl Smesko announces he's leaving to take a similar job in Atlanta
  • The black bear is another endangered animal that will benefit from the 661 acres in its habitat that will never be the site of new homes or businesses
    Florida Fish and Wildlife shares tips to avoid Florida black bears
    As the start of summer draws closer, Florida residents should expect more activity from black bears. Juvenile bears could be spotted in unexpected areas as they leave their mothers’ home ranges.
  • Lee Health expanding plans for Fort Myers medical campus
    Lee Health recently approved an additional $150.5 million investment to enhance its upcoming Fort Myers facility, including a new patient tower and an onsite childcare center.The expansion will increase the hospital’s capacity by 92 beds, including 48 acute care beds, 20 skilled nursing unit beds, and shelled space for an additional 24 acute care beds.
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