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WGCU Public Media WGCU Public Media provides PBS television and NPR radio programming to all of Southwest Florida.
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To inspire, inform, educate, engage and entertain through the power of public media. WGCU Public Media is Southwest Florida’s source for PBS and NPR, and a member-supported service of Florida Gulf Coast University. WGCU provides quality programming 24 hours a day and is a trusted storyteller, teacher, theater, library and traveling companion. Serving all or part of 12 counties in south and Southwe

st Florida with five distinct digital TV channels, three radio services, and multiple digital media platforms, WGCU delivers national and international programming, as well as develops and produces award-winning relevant, informative and educational local content.

Rapid growth sparks wildlife concerns. Conservation groups warn of threats to burrowing owls and gopher tortoises as con...
01/13/2026

Rapid growth sparks wildlife concerns. Conservation groups warn of threats to burrowing owls and gopher tortoises as construction booms. WGCU's Alexandra Johnson reports on the changing landscape and efforts to protect vulnerable species​: https://bit.ly/4jCONCV

Rapid development in Cape Coral is putting pressure on wildlife habitats, prompting concern from conservation groups, city leaders and residents about the future of native species.

Manasota Key Road reopens after temporary repairs. Drivers urged to use caution and obey no parking signs. Intermittent ...
01/13/2026

Manasota Key Road reopens after temporary repairs. Drivers urged to use caution and obey no parking signs. Intermittent lane closures possible as work continues.

Sarasota County Capital Projects has made temporary repairs to Manasota Key Road and the road is now open to traffic.

When the U.S. Attorney’s Office closed a criminal investigation into Lee County Sheriff Carmine Marceno in November, Mar...
01/13/2026

When the U.S. Attorney’s Office closed a criminal investigation into Lee County Sheriff Carmine Marceno in November, Marceno issued a statement calling allegations that he engaged in a kickback scheme “completely false.”

Top Story In undercover FBI audio, Sheriff Marceno tells former cohort he has 'his back' regarding alleged kickback payments WGCU | By Bob Norman/Florida Trident Published January 13, 2026 at 7:30 AM EST Facebook LinkedIn Email Print Lee County Sheriff’s Office/Florida Trident Lee County Sheriff ...

Butterflies were released at the 13th annual​ Twins Tot Vigil in Naples, each representing a child lost to drowning. Can...
01/13/2026

Butterflies were released at the 13th annual​ Twins Tot Vigil in Naples, each representing a child lost to drowning. Candles with names illuminate Baker Park. Dr. Jim Mahon: "This was a tough year for us in Collier County." First responders stress water safety, supervision, and CPR.

Florida had a record number of child drowning deaths last year. A vigil in Collier County comforted families and educated others.

Two Nights Under the Stars at Everglades' Flamingo Campground selling fast! Kids can experience star parties, bat detect...
01/13/2026

Two Nights Under the Stars at Everglades' Flamingo Campground selling fast! Kids can experience star parties, bat detecting, birding hikes & more.

WGCU's got the scoop on this unique camping weekend: https://bit.ly/3Nf6M6l

The campground at the southernmost tip of Everglades National Park, where it’s arguably as dark as dark can get in Florida, is home base for Two Nights Under the Stars, a camping weekend to help children appreciate the beauty and importance of Florida’s national parks

"Let's Melt Some ICE" initiative brings new life to Mexico Lindo restaurant. ​Co-owner Vanessa Ayala​ shares how immigra...
01/12/2026

"Let's Melt Some ICE" initiative brings new life to Mexico Lindo restaurant. ​Co-owner Vanessa Ayala​ shares how immigration enforcement has impacted her Bonita Springs restaurant. "You can't be in the streets anymore like you used to," she tells WGCU.​ Civic groups rally to support Hispanic businesses affected by immigration raids. WGCU's on-the-ground report reveals community efforts to keep local economy alive​: https://bit.ly/4qbrNxk

When a survey revealed local shops were hurting, a grassroots initiative moved quickly to help.

Protests erupted in Fort Myers and Naples this past weekend over the Minneapolis ICE agent shooting of Renee Nicole Good...
01/12/2026

Protests erupted in Fort Myers and Naples this past weekend over the Minneapolis ICE agent shooting of Renee Nicole Good, a 37-year-old mother. Hundreds gathered along Palm Beach Boulevard, while a candlelight vigil ​was held at Collier County courthouse.

The shooting of a Minneapolis woman and mother was the focus of protest events in Southwest Florida.

Lee County health officials warn swimmers to stay out of the water at Lynn Hall Memorial Park, Fort Myers Beach. High le...
01/12/2026

Lee County health officials warn swimmers to stay out of the water at Lynn Hall Memorial Park, Fort Myers Beach. High levels of enterococcus bacteria detected. Water activities pose increased health risks. Advisory in effect until further notice.

Water-quality testing in Southwest Florida occasionally reports high concentrations of enterococcus bacteria, which are found inside the intestinal tracts of humans and animals, similar to the spike in the bacteria discovered off Fort Myers Beach this week.

🚨 LIVE from the "Doomsday Glacier": Join NOVA and Miles O'Brien on Monday, Jan 12 at 4 PM EST for a rare look at Antarct...
01/12/2026

🚨 LIVE from the "Doomsday Glacier": Join NOVA and Miles O'Brien on Monday, Jan 12 at 4 PM EST for a rare look at Antarctica’s Thwaites Glacier. We’re joining an expedition of scientists racing to understand its rapid melting. 🧊

Bring your questions for a live Q&A!

Tap to watch:

LIVE from the Thwaites Glacier in Antarctica 🇦🇶 The "Doomsday Glacier" is melting faster than almost any other glacier on Earth. Award-winning science corr...

First Florida panther death of 2026 reported in Collier County. Young female found along I-75 near Collier Boulevard. FW...
01/12/2026

First Florida panther death of 2026 reported in Collier County. Young female found along I-75 near Collier Boulevard. FWC urges drivers to slow down in panther zones. Report sightings to 888-404-FWCC.

The Florida Wildlife Commission has reported the first Florida panther death of 2026, a one-and-a-half to two-year-old female found at a Collier County location.

Just in: Popular WINK weatherman Matt Devitt let go from post; many supporters post on social media
01/10/2026

Just in: Popular WINK weatherman Matt Devitt let go from post; many supporters post on social media

He has been cited as helping save lives during some of the worst weather in Southwest Florida history. One of Southwest Florida's top weather forecasters, Matt Devitt, has been let go from his position at WINK News.

The Naples Artcrafters Fine Art & Craft Fair takes over Cambier Park this Saturday. One of the oldest arts organizations...
01/09/2026

The Naples Artcrafters Fine Art & Craft Fair takes over Cambier Park this Saturday. One of the oldest arts organizations in the area, Naples Artcrafters supports local artists with six major shows from November through April.

Free parking available in the public garage adjacent to the park. Tap the link below to read more.

Southwest Florida is home to three outdoor art festivals the weekend of January 10 & 11.

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THE MISSION OF WGCU PUBLIC MEDIA

“To inspire, inform, educate, engage and entertain through the power of public media.”

WGCU Public Media is Southwest Florida’s source for PBS and NPR. WGCU provides quality programming 24-hours a day and is a trusted storyteller, teacher, theater, library and traveling companion. As a member-supported service of Florida Gulf Coast University, WGCU’s mission is to provide educational programming that inspires, informs and engages our community.

Serving seven counties (one-fifth of the state of Florida) with five distinct digital TV channels, two FM radio channels, two HD radio channels, and one subcarrier, WGCU delivers national and international programming and develops, produces and delivers relevant, informative and educational local programs to the Southwest Florida community.