Stepping up during Irma: Everglades City Clerk Dottie Joiner slept in sewage plant to keep it runningThe night before Hurricane Irma, Everglades City's clerk slept in the local sewage plant. Dottie Joiner wanted to keep it running as long as possible. Sep 16 17September 16, 2017Article at naplesnews.com
Hurricane Irma: Everglades City residents struggle with housing, plumbing problemsResidents struggling with limited resources in Everglades City after Hurricane Irma could soon have a bathroom problem. Sep 14 17September 14, 2017Article at naplesnews.com
Hurricane Irma: A generation of families survive storm's aftermath in ChokoloskeeA generation of families survive Hurricane Irma's aftermath in Chokoloskee Sep 13 17September 13, 2017Article at naplesnews.com
Hurricane Irma: Q&A with Collier Sheriff Kevin Rambosk about the shelter shortageThe Naples Daily News interviewed Collier County Sheriff Kevin Rambosk late Saturday afternoon in the county’s Emergency Operations Center. Sep 09 17September 09, 2017Article at naplesnews.com
Hurricane Irma: Thousands flock to Collier evacuation sheltersThousands are flocking to Collier County’s nine shelters now that all homes west and south of U.S. 41 have been ordered to evacuate. Sep 08 17September 08, 2017Article at naplesnews.com
Hurricane Irma: Updates on where to get fuel in Collier CountyGov. Rick Scott addresses fuel concerns as the county runs lows. Here's a list of stations that still have fuel. Sep 07 17September 07, 2017Article at naplesnews.com
Jack Latvala urges Rick Scott to fill mental health, drug abuse funding gapLatvala requested Scott use his executive authority in order fill a $20 million budget hole for mental health and substance abuse services. Aug 28 17August 28, 2017Article at naplesnews.com
Gov. Rick Scott misspoke about Charlottesville violence, his staff saysHours after making the statement, the governor’s press office backtracked on his comment, saying the governor meant there was no “moral equivalency” between the two sides. Aug 21 17August 21, 2017Article at naplesnews.com
Rep. Francis Rooney calls on Trump to show moral guidanceThe congressman was reacting to the president's comments about counterprotesters clashing with white nationalists in Charlottesville, Va. Aug 17 17August 17, 2017Article at naplesnews.com
FL Senate budget chief Jack Latvala wants more opioid money before next sessionFlorida Senate budget chief Jack Latvala said Tuesday that he wants more money for treatment of opioid addiction before the next legislative session. Aug 08 17August 08, 2017Article at naplesnews.com
Florida Legislature, agency let $20M in aid for drug, mental health care endMental health and substance abuse providers across Florida are scrambling to keep core services after lawmakers and the state quietly allowed federal funds to run out and didn’t replace them. Aug 04 17August 04, 2017Article at naplesnews.com
Francis Rooney's congressional seat has second Democratic contenderA website promoting Todd James Truax as a candidate for congressional District 19 says he's worked in health care and has a masters degree in social services from Case Western Reserve University. Aug 01 17August 01, 2017Article at naplesnews.com
U.S. Rep. Francis Rooney launches re-election campaign, answers questions about business tiesGovernment contracts run Rooney's campaign a high legal tab. Jul 30 17July 30, 2017Article at naplesnews.com
Florida conservatives losing hope for serious health care reform at federal levelFlorida conservatives are losing hope that Congress will make major health care reforms as the U.S. Senate takes up debate on repealing and replacing Obamacare. Jul 26 17July 26, 2017Article at naplesnews.com
State Sen. Passidomo offers views on workforce housing, transportationThe state senator who lives in Naples suggested apartments on top of some commercial properties, homes inland, and better public transportation. Jul 11 17July 11, 2017Article at naplesnews.com
Naples Democrat David Holden says he'll run for Congress next year“We are planning for a robust, serious campaign,” said Holden, who wants to make Trump’s presidency a campaign issue. “Rooney is stuck with his terrible administration." Jul 10 17July 10, 2017Article at naplesnews.com
Tom Grady asked Gov. Scott to take him off shortlist for Florida CFOThe Naples businessman and lawyer said he would rather focus on new investment opportunities than become the state's chief financial officer. Jun 23 17June 23, 2017Article at naplesnews.com
Trump takes aim at Cuba travel, trade; doesn't fully reverse Obama's actionsPresident Donald Trump announces change in Cuba travel and trade policy, making good on a campaign promise but not fully reversing the policies. Jun 16 17June 16, 2017Article at naplesnews.com
Wait for Trump's decisions is personal for south Florida's Cuban, Haitian immigrantsCuban and Haitian immigrants are anxiously waiting to see how President Donald Trump deals with his predecessor's unfinished business. Jun 14 17June 14, 2017Article at naplesnews.com
U.S. Rep. Rooney draws 500 to Southwest Florida town hall, and boos, cheersThe moderator, Collier Republican Executive Committee Chairman Ron Kezeske, strained to quiet the boos and cheers. Jun 01 17June 01, 2017Article at naplesnews.com