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Friday, June 19, 2026 · Cape Coral
Cape Coral Man Arrested in $2,500 Ramen Noodle Barcode Scam
A 67-year-old Cape Coral man faces theft charges after police say he scanned cheap ramen noodle barcodes while bagging expensive groceries at a Publix self-checkout, stealing $2,500 in items over five months.
Cape Coral Wins Tree City of the World for Second Year
Cape Coral received the 2025 Tree City of the World designation, its second consecutive honor from the Arbor Day Foundation.
Friday, June 19, 2026
House Cleaner Accused of Stealing from Clients Over Nine Months
Cape Coral police arrested a 59-year-old house cleaner accused of stealing cash and jewelry from clients over nine months.
Friday, June 19, 2026
Cape Coral Police Issue 96 Citations in Six-Hour Distracted Driving Crackdown
Cape Coral Police issued 96 citations during a six-hour distracted driving enforcement operation on May 15, with 36 distracted driving violations among the citations issued.
Friday, June 19, 2026
Cape Coral Man Charged After Hosting Party With Minors and Alcohol
Cape Coral police arrested a 25-year-old man who hosted a party with about 30 people, including minors, at his home and promoted it on social media.
Friday, June 19, 2026
Cape Coral man arrested for swapping Lego barcodes at Walmart self-checkout
A Cape Coral man faces grand theft charges after police say he scanned discount barcodes for high-priced Lego sets at Walmart self-checkout over three months, stealing more than $1,300.
Friday, June 19, 2026
Cape Coral Police Issue 87 Citations in Six-Hour Speed Enforcement Operation
Cape Coral Police issued 87 citations during a six-hour enforcement operation targeting speeding and aggressive driving on May 18.
Friday, June 19, 2026
Cape Coral Police Issue 67 Citations During Impaired Driving Operation
Cape Coral Police issued 67 citations during a May 28 impaired driving crackdown, stopping 76 drivers and making five arrests over eight hours.
Friday, June 19, 2026
Cape Coral Police Make 5 Arrests in Impaired Driving Crackdown
Cape Coral Police arrested five drivers and issued 67 citations during a May 28 impaired driving enforcement operation.
Friday, June 19, 2026
Cape Coral Police Make 5 Arrests in Impaired Driving Operation
Cape Coral police issued 67 citations and made five arrests during an eight-hour impaired driving operation May 28.
Friday, June 19, 2026
Cape Coral Police Make 5 Arrests in Impaired Driving Sweep
Cape Coral police arrested five drivers and issued 67 citations during a nighttime impaired driving enforcement operation on May 28.
Friday, June 19, 2026
Cape Coral Police Issue 110 Citations in Six-Hour Traffic Crackdown
Cape Coral Police issued 110 citations during a six-hour traffic enforcement operation on June 2, focusing on speeding and aggressive driving.
Friday, June 19, 2026
Cape Coral Police Charge 19-Year-Old With Sexual Battery, Extortion
Cape Coral police arrested a 19-year-old on sexual battery and extortion charges after a girl reported he coerced explicit photos from her online, then sexually assaulted her in a parking lot.
Friday, June 19, 2026
LCEC Hardens Power Grid Ahead of Storm Season
Lee County Electric Cooperative has spent three years reinforcing its power grid and preparing emergency response procedures for the 2026 hurricane season.
Friday, June 19, 2026
Man Arrested for Burglary While Heading to Court on Prior Burglary Charge
A Cape Coral man en route to court for a prior burglary charge was arrested after attempting to break into a residential RV. Police also found methamphetamine in his backpack.
Friday, June 19, 2026
Cape Coral Youth Council Names Five Excellence Award Winners
The Cape Coral Youth Council honored five local high school students with its 2026 Excellence Awards across arts, athletics, civic engagement, and leadership.
Friday, June 19, 2026
LCEC Urges Cape Coral Residents to Dial Back Thermostats as Summer Bills Spike
The Lee County Electric Cooperative urges Cape Coral residents to set thermostats to 78 degrees this summer, warning that each degree lower can increase cooling costs by 8 to 12 percent.
Friday, June 19, 2026
LCEC Shares AC Tips to Cut Summer Energy Bills
Lee County Electric Cooperative recommends setting thermostats to 78 degrees to manage summer energy bills, with each degree cooler adding 8 to 12 percent to costs.
Friday, June 19, 2026
How Cape Coral Families Build Lasting Memories on Captiva Island
Cape Coral families can build lasting vacation traditions on Captiva Island through simple, repeatable routines that gain meaning with each visit.
Friday, June 19, 2026
New Year’s Eve Dinner at Toro Toro Miami
Toro Toro Miami will offer a four-course prix fixe menu with live entertainment for New Year’s Eve 2024, featuring dishes like Wagyu Short Rib and Pan Seared Chilean Sea Bass.
Friday, June 19, 2026
Cape Coral Creates Building Industry Committee with Lee BIA
Cape Coral launched a Building Industry Committee with the Lee Building Industry Association to improve coordination on development and permitting.
Friday, June 19, 2026
Two Men Charged in Armed Home Invasion Robbery in Northwest Cape Coral
Cape Coral police arrested two men in connection with an armed home invasion robbery on May 21. The suspects pistol-whipped the victim and stole his money and wallet.
Friday, June 19, 2026
Diocese of Venice Opens Extended Confession Hours Before Easter
The Diocese of Venice opens extended confession hours Friday and Saturday before Easter, giving Lee County Catholics the chance to receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation.
Friday, June 19, 2026
Cape Coral Man Arrested After Armed Domestic Dispute
Cape Coral police arrested Isaias Jamon Garcia, 22, after he forced his way into a home, threatened an occupant with a gun, and prevented another from leaving.
Friday, June 19, 2026
Groundbreaking Held for Affordable Housing in Immokalee
A groundbreaking ceremony was held in Immokalee for Casa San Juan Diego, an 80-unit affordable housing development by the Diocese of Venice and National Development of America, Inc.
Friday, June 19, 2026
DeSantis Rejects Florida Gas Tax Pause Amid $4/Gallon Spike
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis shot down calls to suspend the state's 25-cent gas tax, warning drivers won't feel relief at pumps hitting $4 a gallon. Despite pleas from Democrats and Palm Beach County leaders, he cited past failures and oil market volatility. As global tensions rise, Florida motorists brace for pain at the pump.
Friday, June 19, 2026
DeSantis Signs 9 Key Florida Laws on Safety, Schools and Traffic
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed nine new laws Thursday in Tallahassee, tackling unlicensed drivers, church security and body camera privacy amid rising public safety concerns. Most take effect July 1, joining nearly 60 others passed this year. From stricter traffic penalties to expanded school guardians, the measures aim to bolster security across the Sunshine State.
Friday, June 19, 2026
Florida's Lab-Grown Meat Ban Survives Federal Court Challenge
Nearly two years after Governor Ron DeSantis signed legislation banning cultivated meat sales in Florida, a federal appeals court upheld the controversial law as constitutional. The 11th Circuit Court of Appeals rejected a challenge from California-based Upside Foods, cementing Florida's status as the first state to prohibit lab-grown meat—a move critics say protects the traditional livestock industry rather than consumers.
Friday, June 19, 2026
Florida Launches Mandatory Hurricane Drills Across All 67 Counties
With hurricane season looming just weeks away, Florida's Division of Emergency Management has rolled out mandatory public safety drills statewide to sharpen readiness. The initiative targets all 67 counties, urging residents to stock seven days of supplies and master evacuation protocols. Officials warn that recent storms underscore the need for swift action amid rising threats.
Friday, June 19, 2026
DeSantis Greenlights UFC, Colleges in Florida's New License Plates
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has signed a bill unleashing eight new specialty license plates, from UFC fighters to South Florida high schools and military academies. Drivers can start pre-ordering Oct. 1, but only if 3,000 vouchers sell in two years. With over 2.3 million special tags already on roads, these could boost scholarships, mental health and more.
Friday, June 19, 2026