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FBI and Others Investigating Possible Collier County Permit Fraud FBI and Others Investigating Possible Collier County Permit Fraud Wide-Ranging Probe Shakes Collier County’s Development Landscape A multi-agency investigation, spearheaded by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), is sending shockwaves through Collier County’s development community. The probe, which remains shrouded in secrecy, centers on alleged widespread permit fraud impacting a range of construction projects across the county, from upscale waterfront estates on Vanderbilt Beach Road to...

Collier Commissioners Approve Display of Ten Commandments at County-Owned Buildings Collier Commissioners Approve Display of Ten Commandments at County-Owned Buildings Controversial Vote Sparks Debate Across Collier County Collier County commissioners ignited a firestorm of debate Tuesday evening with a 3-2 vote approving the display of the Ten Commandments at various county-owned buildings. The decision, met with both fervent applause and vocal opposition, immediately sparked discussions across the county, from the bustling shops of Mercato to the serene landscapes of the Naples...

4 Collier County Restaurants Perfect; 19 Fail Inspection 4 Collier County Restaurants Perfect; 19 Fail Inspection Stringent Collier County Inspections Reveal Varied Results Across Culinary Landscape Collier County’s recent restaurant inspections have yielded a mixed bag, with four establishments achieving perfect scores while nineteen others failed to meet health standards. The results, released last week by the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR), highlight the importance of diligent hygiene practices across the county’s diverse dining...

Rare parcel in the heart of Naples Beach trades for $17.5M Rare parcel in the heart of Naples Beach trades for $17.5M Prime Naples Beachfront Property Commands Record-Breaking Price A stunning 0.8-acre parcel of beachfront land in the highly coveted Naples Beach area has recently changed hands for a staggering $17.5 million, setting a new benchmark for luxury real estate in Collier County. The sale, brokered by JLL, underscores the continued robust demand for prime waterfront properties in this exclusive enclave, a location renowned for its pristine beaches, upscale amenities,...

Tropical Storm Humberto, Invest 94L Forecast, Spaghetti Models: Naples, Marco Island in Path? Tropical Storm Humberto, Invest 94L Forecast, Spaghetti Models: Naples, Marco Island in Path? Uncertainty Remains as Tropical Storm Humberto and Invest 94L Threaten Southwest Florida Southwest Florida residents are bracing for the potential impact of Tropical Storm Humberto and a newly-formed Invest 94L, as both systems churn in the Atlantic and Caribbean. While the exact track and intensity of both storms remain uncertain, forecast models suggest a possibility of impacts on Naples,...

Hiker Attacked by Alligator in Collier County, Third Gator Attack of 2025 Hiker Attacked by Alligator in Collier County, Third Gator Attack of 2025 Another Alligator Attack Shakes Collier County Collier County residents are once again grappling with the reality of alligator attacks after a hiker suffered injuries in a recent incident near the Gordon River Greenway. This marks the third alligator attack in Collier County this year, raising concerns about public safety and prompting renewed calls for caution around waterways and natural areas. The incident occurred on Tuesday...