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FDLE investigating Estero Fire Battalion Chief after search warrant execution

2 months ago | nbc-2.com | Alexa Velez |Alexa Vélez

CHARGED WITH ROBBERY. >> AND TRAINED TO RESCUE PEOPLE IN LIFE-THREATENING SITUATIONS IS ON LEAVE WITH THE ESTERO FIRE DEPARTMENT TONIGHT. NBC TWO'S ALEXA MOLEST IS LIVE AT ESTERO FIRE, RESCUE'S ADMINISTRATIVE HEADQUARTERS FOR THE FLORIDA DEPARTMENT OF LAW ENFORCEMENT EXECUTED A SEARCH WARRANT. >> FDA BE EXECUTED THAT THAT SEARCH WARRANT JUST YESTERDAY HERE AT THE ESTERO FIRE ADMINISTRATIVE COMPLEX, FOCUSING ON ONE HIGH RANKING EMPLOYEE, ADMINISTRATIVE BATTALION CHIEF ALBERT SHANE SEIBERT.
Southwest Florida schools prepare for new federal immigration directive

2 months ago | abc-7.com | Summerleigh Stones |Alexa Velez |Alexa Vélez

>> LIVE FROM ABC, 7. >> THIS IS NEWS AT 7. KIDS THAT ARE ESPECIALLY VULNERABLE AND HE HAD A LOT OF QUESTIONS. HE WAS VERY CONFUSED. >> IT IS A GROWING CONCERN AMONG PARENTS, ICE AGENTS SHOWING UP AT OUR GULF COAST SCHOOLS TO REMOVE STUDENTS. THAT IS YOUR BIG STORY TONIGHT AT 7. I'M CHANNING FRAMPTON AND I'M A LEASE TO GARY. TONIGHT, ABC SEVEN'S ALEXA VILLAS IS SPEAKING WITH PARENTS AND OUR LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICTS. AND THIS IF THIS COULD ACTUALLY BECOME A REALITY.
Southwest Florida schools prepare for new federal immigration directive

2 months ago | nbc-2.com | Summerleigh Stones |Alexa Velez |Alexa Vélez

The Lee County School District emailed parents Tuesday after President Trump's executive order overturned a directive requiring special protection against ICE agents in schools. Under an executive order signed by President Donald Trump, Immigration and Customs Enforcement Officers can now enforce its policies in what were once "protected" areas. This means ICE agents can once again arrest people in schools, churches, hospitals, and shelters.
Teen raises more than $27K to help critically ill child’s wish come true

2 months ago | ktvz.com | Alexa Velez |Alexa Vélez

WBBH via CNN NewsourceOriginally setting a goal to raise $5 Published January 29, 2025 10:28 am By Alexa VelezClick here for updates on this story NAPLES, Florida (WBBH) — Seventeen-year-old Darren Nieves, vice president of the Make-A-Wish Southern Florida Youth Leadership Committee, organized a fundraiser called “Auctions for Wishes” to help grant the wish of 14-year-old Daniel Cardenas, a local teen battling congenital heart disease.
Naples teen raises more than $27K to help critically ill child’s wish come true

2 months ago | nbc-2.com | Alexa Velez |Alexa Vélez

>> I FEEL LIKE WE DID A VERY GOOD JOB CONNECTING THAT WITH EVERYBODY THERE. THEY WERE JUST TOTALLY CONNECTED WITH HIM AND HIS STORY AND HIS FAMILY, ESPECIALLY. >> THAT COLLIER COUNTY TEEN PUT ON A FUNDRAISER TO HELP RAISE MONEY FOR ANOTHER TEEN WHO'S IN THE MAKE-A-WISH PROGRAM LITTLE. DID HE KNOW HIS PLAN WOULD BE SUCH A SUCCESS? NBC TWO'S ELECTABLE AS SPOKE TO THE STUDENT WHOSE ACT OF KINDNESS COULD MAKE A HUGE DIFFERENCE. >> $27,380.
Reports of ICE in Immokalee leaves residents on edge

2 months ago | nbc-2.com | Alexa Velez |Alexa Vélez

Photos claiming to show Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents making arrests on Sunday at the Heritage Villas complex on Lake Trafford Road and North 19th Street, near the Winn-Dixie in Immokalee, have been circulating on Facebook, sparking fear and uncertainty among residents. A blurry image shared with NBC2 shows white SUVs and what appear to be law enforcement officers in the background. However, the officers' jackets are difficult to read, and the image provides little detail.
Can Trump really do that?: Local legal expert weighs in on ending birthright citizenship

Jan 24, 2025 | nbc-2.com | Alexa Velez |Alexa Vélez

President Donald Trump’s executive order to end birthright citizenship has sparked debate across the country. The executive order, signed on Trump’s first day in office, aims to end automatic citizenship for children born in the United States to undocumented immigrants.
How would mass deportation affect Southwest Florida?

Jan 21, 2025 | nbc-2.com | Alexa Velez |Alexa Vélez

WHAT TO EXPECT FOR US COMING UP IN JUST A BIT. THE WORK HERE. >> 90% ALL HISPANIC. IT'S BEEN A QB ALL OF MEXICO AND YOU NAME IT. WANT TO DO JOB YOU TO WORK. >> JUST HOURS AFTER TAKING THE OATH OF OFFICE YESTERDAY, PRESIDENT TRUMP SIGNED A SERIES OF ORDERS SEALING THE NATION'S BORDERS AND CRACKING DOWN ON IMMIGRANTS ALREADY IN THIS COUNTRY. FLORIDA HAS THE 4TH HIGHEST POPULATION OF IMMIGRANTS IN THE COUNTRY.
Naples City Council reaches decision on Pride Fest, drag performances

Jan 15, 2025 | abc-7.com | Alexa Velez |Alexa Vélez

>> NORTH COLLIER FIRE SAYS CPR CLASSES ARE AVAILABLE FOR THE PUBLIC. YOU CAN REGISTER ON THEIR WEBSITE. >> TRACK SHOWS ARE A FORM OF EXPRESSION THAT HAS BEEN AROUND FOR DECADES. A LOT OF PEOPLE SEEM TO BELIEVE THAT IT'S A STRUCTURE THAT IS NOT A STRUCTURE. IT'S NOT HEALTHY. IT EFFECTS OUR CHILDREN'S MINDS AND SPIRIT. WE WANT A WHOLESOME LIFESTYLE FOR KIDS AND I DON'T WANT MY CHILD TO EXPOSED TO THAT.
Naples City Council reaches decision on Pride Fest, drag performances

Jan 15, 2025 | nbc-2.com | Alexa Velez |Alexa Vélez

The Naples City Council voted 5-2 to let Pride Festival return this summer. However, the drag show has to take place indoors again.Councilman Bill Kramer and Raymond Christman both voted no, while Mayor Teresa Heitmann and the rest of the council voted yes.On Wednesday morning, protestors held signs voicing opposition to the event.