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Cape Coral
Lee County, Florida
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Driver accused of DUI crashes into Florida home
Carlos Rodriguez was arrested after his car crashed into a rental home on Beach Parkway in Cape Coral on Thursday night. Police say he was suspected of driving under the influence; he faces DUI charges and is being held…
1 dead, another seriously injured after crash on Veterans Parkway in Cape Coral
One person died and another was seriously injured in a vehicle crash Friday afternoon on Veterans Parkway in Cape Coral, police said. The roadway is closed in both directions between Southwest Pine Island Road and…
Gulf Coast Traffic Alerts: November 13
A crash caused delays in both directions on Veterans Parkway near Pine Island Road in Cape Coral on Friday morning, according to Gulf Coast News. The traffic alert was issued at 11 a.m. Drivers in the area were advised…
Woman accused of DUI in Cape Coral Walgreens crash told police she was headed to rehab facility
A woman was arrested on DUI-related charges after a single-vehicle crash near a Walgreens on South Santa Barbara Boulevard in Cape Coral on Wednesday. Police said Farah Dee Buzick told officers she had been driving to a…
Nevera comunitaria de Cape Coral enfrenta multas
La nevera comunitaria de Cape Coral podría recibir multas de 150 dólares diarios si la ciudad no aprueba un cerramiento antes del 15 de noviembre. Dionne Lopez, quien inició el proyecto hace más de cinco años, presentó…
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Florida man accused of chasing, hitting neighbor with ladder
A Cape Coral man was arrested after police said he chased a neighbor with a ladder and struck him during a dispute Tuesday. Matthew Peter Wicinski, 59, faces a charge of aggravated battery with a deadly weapon…
Cape Coral community fridge faces daily fines
A community fridge in Cape Coral could face $150 in daily fines if its owner, Dionne Lopez, does not receive city approval for an enclosure by Nov. 15. The fridge, located outside Lee County Plumbing Supply, has served…
‘Gulfcoasting’ hits the starting gate at America’s favorite BMX track in Cape Coral
Cape Coral BMX has been voted America’s Favorite BMX Track, earning national recognition for the Southwest Florida venue. Track operator Nick Jones credited years of work and support from riders and families. The…
Cape Coral undercover narcotics investigation leads to 2 arrests on fentanyl sale charges
Two people were arrested Wednesday after a multi-week undercover investigation into suspected street-level drug sales in Cape Coral. Police say officers searched a residence on Southwest 19th Street and recovered…
Cape Coral mayor-elect and new council members attend orientation ahead of swearing-in
Cape Coral mayor-elect Rick Erickson and incoming council members Annette Warren and Dave Newton are attending an orientation led by interim city manager Maureen Buice ahead of their swearing-in on November 18. The…
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Firefighters extinguish van fire in Southwest Cape Coral
Cape Coral firefighters extinguished a van fire in the driveway of a Southwest Cape Coral home late Wednesday afternoon. The flames were put out quickly, limiting exposure damage to the house and a nearby trailer. The…
E-bike riders pop wheelies, weave through Cape Coral traffic
Cape Coral residents are raising safety concerns after four e-bike riders were filmed popping wheelies and weaving through traffic on busy roads Wednesday night. Drivers say the behavior puts road users at risk, and…
Man held without bond after rearrest in Martin County threat case
Michael Davis, a Cape Coral man accused of posting TikTok threats against a Martin County student, school and community, was arrested again and is now being held without bond. The Martin County Sheriff’s Office said the…
Purple 'exotic massage’ signs pop up around Cape Coral
Bright purple signs advertising exotic massages have appeared around Cape Coral, Florida, prompting residents to question whether they comply with city rules. Parents have raised concerns about children seeing the…
Cape Coral veterans advocate for full-service VA hospital to address health care challenges
Veterans in Cape Coral are urging officials to expand the local VA clinic into a full-service hospital, saying specialized care requires long trips. Marine veteran Jeremiah Clay, who has heart problems after exposure to…
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Resident treated for smoke inhalation from Cape Coral garage fire
Fire crews extinguished a garage fire on Northeast 9th Avenue in Cape Coral on Wednesday. A resident was treated at the scene for smoke inhalation, and two dogs were outside when the fire broke out. The Cape Coral Fire…
Viewer question: What does .01" of rain look like?
A Gulf Coast News meteorologist explained that 0.01 inch is the threshold for measurable rainfall; smaller amounts are recorded as a trace. The figure also defines the precipitation amount used in forecasts’…
Repairs begin on sinking Cape Coral road outside disabled Veteran’s home
Repairs have begun on a sinking roadway and driveway outside disabled veteran Jack Johnson’s Cape Coral home after more than a year of worsening cracks and uneven pavement. The condition had made it difficult for…
Man arrested, accused of unprovoked attack outside Cape Coral bar
Cape Coral police arrested 20-year-old Jason Daniel Williams in connection with an attack outside the Mermaid Liquor Bar on November 1. Police say a 58-year-old man was struck with a beer bottle and repeatedly punched…
Cape Coral residents worry about risks from possible waste station
Residents of Cape Coral’s Coral Lakes neighborhood are concerned about a possible waste transfer station, citing dust, noise, health risks and effects on property values. Some already report dust and noise from a nearby…
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Cape Coral man arrested, accused of making social media threats to Martin County residents
A Cape Coral man, Michael George Davis, has been arrested following an investigation into social media threats directed at residents, students, and law enforcement in Martin County. The Martin County Sheriff's Office…
Florida man arrested for threats against Martin County community
A Cape Coral man was arrested on Saturday night following an investigation into threats made against Martin County students, community members, and law enforcement. The suspect allegedly posted the threats on TikTok…
From TikTok Threats To Handcuffs: Man Jailed After Videos Target Florida School, Deputies
Michael George Davis was arrested in Cape Coral following a cross-state manhunt triggered by threatening TikTok videos. The footage targeted a Martin County student, local residents, and sheriff's deputies. Law…
Water shutdown to parts of Pelican Boulevard in Cape Coral planned for Monday morning
The City of Cape Coral has announced a planned water shutdown for residents and businesses near Pelican Boulevard, between Southwest 40th Street and Southwest 47th Terrace, scheduled for Monday. The service interruption…
Gulf Coast Traffic Alerts: November 6
A vehicle crash has resulted in the closure of all southbound lanes on Andalusia Boulevard at Tropicana Parkway East in Cape Coral. Local authorities are managing the scene, and commuters are advised to seek alternative…
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Man accused of pulling child off bike, stealing it in Cape Coral
Cape Coral police have arrested 27-year-old Marcus Nina in connection with the robbery of a child near a local sports field. The incident occurred on October 30, when the suspect allegedly pulled the victim off a…
Cape Coral mayor calls special meeting on garbage contract
The Mayor of Cape Coral has scheduled a special meeting for November 18 to discuss a $400 million garbage contract. The decision to hold the meeting before the new council is sworn in has sparked controversy, with…
How a 'heat island' in Cape Coral could cause less rainfall
Pine Island is experiencing a significant rainfall deficit, with some areas receiving two feet less rain than expected over the past year. Meteorologists suggest that the rapid urban expansion of Cape Coral, acting as a…
Cape Coral's Flock cameras removed months after going dark
The Cape Coral Police Department has confirmed the removal of Flock license plate cameras throughout the city. The decision follows a September vote to discontinue the use of the surveillance technology amid ongoing…