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Florida Republican Party chair says RNC reenergized party: "People are fired up"
MIAMI — The Republican Party reenergized this past week at the Republican National Convention, where former President Donald Trump spoke for the first time since surviving an assassination attempt.CBS News Miami's Jim DeFede spoke with Evan Power, the chair of the Republican Party of Florida, at the convention in Milwaukee just before Trump's speech.Guest: Evan Power/Chair of the Republican Party of Florida
Florida Highway Patrol investigating rollover crash in Collier County
The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating a serious rollover crash that happened late Saturday night in Collier County. The crash occurred on Livingston Road and Golden Gate Parkway in Naples, just west of I-75. WINK News has reached out to FHP for more information on the health of the drivers...
Ordered by Florida to clean up its act, Fort Myers works to fix its water pollution problem
With swelling demand straining its antique wastewater infrastructure, it’s no wonder Fort Myers has water pollution problems. Fecal bacteria in its creeks, fountains "of raw sewage”, dirty construction runoff and dangerous spills have plagued the city for years. ...
Gov. DeSantis cancels news conference in St. Petersburg
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. – Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis canceled a news conference Monday morning in St. Petersburg. The governor was set to be joined by Florida Department of Education Commissioner Manny Diaz Jr. at 10:30 a.m. at St. Petersburg College. The topic of discussion was not released.
ESPN Debuts New YouTube Documentary “The Walkout”
A new investigative documentary from ESPN tells the story of Fort Myers High School baseball players who staged a walkout on their own teammates six weeks after an assistant coach used a racial slur in a text message. What’s Happening:. Fort Myers High School baseball players staged a walkout...
‘It's Not Fair' – Fraud targeting services for children with autism
For so many families with children diagnosed with autism or other developmental disorders, access to treatment like behavioral therapy, known as ABA is critical. But federal investigators tell NBC6 Investigates those resources have been targets for fraud in recent years. “There was a particular group of individuals that were trying...
Hurricane outlook remains clear as conditions calm for Sunday
All remains calm in the Atlantic and Gulf waters and no storm activity is brewing in the tropics that shows forecasters anything they believe will develop into something more, according to the National Hurricane Center's Sunday forecast discussion. Florida was also expected to start seeing rains on Sunday, but it depends on where you are. Points west and south have the most chances of excessive rains, with pop-up showers as part of the summer pattern. While some...
2025 Naples Winter Wine Festival announce Honored Vintners
2025 Naples Winter Wine Festival to Celebrate Count Louis-Michel and Countess Constance Liger-Belair of Domaine du Comte Liger-Belair as Honored Vintners. The Naples Children & Education Foundation (NCEF), founders of the Naples Winter Wine Festival, announced that Count Louis-Michel and Countess Constance Liger-Belair, owners of the legendary Domaine du Comte Liger-Belair wine estate in Burgundy, France, will be saluted as Honored Vintners at the 25thannual Naples Winter Wine Festival. This year’s Festival is set to take place on January 24-26, 2025 at The Ritz-Carlton Naples, Tiburón.
This Week’s Just Sold Properties on Sanibel
Based on information from the Sanibel & Captiva Islands Association of REALTORS® for the period 7/12/24-7/19/24. 1340 Middle Gulf Dr 9BSanibel$599,900.00$550,000.00. 1919 Olde Middle Gulf Dr 504Sanibel$995,000.00$940,000.00.
In Other Sanibel City Council News
Second Hearings Scheduled. Five items were scheduled for second hearings on August 20. They are:. * Interim Council Member Appointments – to provide flexibility on when and if to appoint an interim member to City Council following a vacancy and the timing of any necessary special election following a vacancy.
Today is the last day to register to vote and change parties for Florida primary
If you’re not someone who consistently stays in the loop on politics and elections, an election year can be a confusing time, especially if you live in Florida. Many people might be wondering what exactly is the difference between Florida’s presidential preference primary, the actual primary election and the general election. That’s a great question, but before it's answered, it’s also important to know that your voter registration is in good standing and that you’re registered with the right party.
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