Jupiter Gov. DeSantis to hold news conference in Jupiter Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is set to hold a news conference in Jupiter.
WINK NEWS Florida Prepaid open enrollment deadline approaches All parents fear the expense of college for their children; however, the state offers a great option in the Florida Prepaid Plan.
The Weather Authority Few showers this Monday afternoon after a pleasant and dry morning The Weather Authority is tracking a cool and pleasant Monday morning start with the possibility of afternoon rain showers.
NORTH FORT MYERS 1 dead, 1 arrested after North Fort Myers shooting While details are limited, what is available is that Lee County Sheriff’s deputies are actively investigating a shooting that killed one man.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Bishop of the Diocese of Venice releases statement following sexual abuse allegations by SWFL priest The Bishop of the Diocese of Venice is speaking out after Charlotte County Reverend Leo Riley was arrested on five counts of sexual battery stemming from his past work as a priest in Iowa.
NEW YORK (AP) Biden officials indefinitely postpone ban on menthol cigarettes amid election-year pushback President Joe Biden’s administration is indefinitely delaying a long-awaited menthol cigarette ban, a decision that infuriated anti-smoking advocates but could avoid a political backlash from Black voters in November.
FORT MYERS Gone but not forgotten: Traveling Vietnam Memorial pays tribute to veterans A powerful symbol of honor and remembrance is standing proudly here in Southwest Florida. The Traveling Vietnam Memorial Wall is open to the public, a reminder of those we lost who served our country.
LEE COUNTY Two arrested for street racing in Lee County Two people have been arrested for street racing in Lee County according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
CAPE CORAL Boaters with rifles seen in Cape Coral canal On an average day, it’s pretty common to see people fishing or swimming in a canal. One neighbor in Cape Coral saw something unusual in his backyard Friday afternoon.
FORT MYERS Car flips, one sent to hospital after two car crash in Fort Myers A crash involving at least two vehicles sent one person to the hospital.
The Weather Authority: Clouds, sunshine, wind, and the possibility of a brief shower for your Sunday Clouds and occasional sunshine this Sunday. A few brief showers are possible late in the afternoon and this evening.
TALLAHASSEE (CBS) Governor DeSantis signs AI and vape bills Gov. Ron DeSantis on Friday signed 28 bills, including a measure requiring disclaimers on certain political ads created using artificial intelligence and a bill about regulation of vape products.
ESTERO Gold Star Golf Tournament honors fallen veteran Behind each putt and swing of a golf club at the Gold Star Golf Tournament is someone who knew John Wirka Junior.
NEW YORK (AP) How TikTok grew from a fun app for teens into a potential national security threat If it feels like TikTok has been around forever, that’s probably because it has, at least if you’re measuring via internet time. What’s now in question is whether it will be around much longer and, if so, in what form?
FORT MYERS Man wanted for armed robbery at Fort Myers convenience store Crime Stoppers is asking the public for help identifying an armed robber who held up a convenience store Saturday morning.
Jupiter Gov. DeSantis to hold news conference in Jupiter Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is set to hold a news conference in Jupiter.
WINK NEWS Florida Prepaid open enrollment deadline approaches All parents fear the expense of college for their children; however, the state offers a great option in the Florida Prepaid Plan.
The Weather Authority Few showers this Monday afternoon after a pleasant and dry morning The Weather Authority is tracking a cool and pleasant Monday morning start with the possibility of afternoon rain showers.
NORTH FORT MYERS 1 dead, 1 arrested after North Fort Myers shooting While details are limited, what is available is that Lee County Sheriff’s deputies are actively investigating a shooting that killed one man.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Bishop of the Diocese of Venice releases statement following sexual abuse allegations by SWFL priest The Bishop of the Diocese of Venice is speaking out after Charlotte County Reverend Leo Riley was arrested on five counts of sexual battery stemming from his past work as a priest in Iowa.
NEW YORK (AP) Biden officials indefinitely postpone ban on menthol cigarettes amid election-year pushback President Joe Biden’s administration is indefinitely delaying a long-awaited menthol cigarette ban, a decision that infuriated anti-smoking advocates but could avoid a political backlash from Black voters in November.
FORT MYERS Gone but not forgotten: Traveling Vietnam Memorial pays tribute to veterans A powerful symbol of honor and remembrance is standing proudly here in Southwest Florida. The Traveling Vietnam Memorial Wall is open to the public, a reminder of those we lost who served our country.
LEE COUNTY Two arrested for street racing in Lee County Two people have been arrested for street racing in Lee County according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
CAPE CORAL Boaters with rifles seen in Cape Coral canal On an average day, it’s pretty common to see people fishing or swimming in a canal. One neighbor in Cape Coral saw something unusual in his backyard Friday afternoon.
FORT MYERS Car flips, one sent to hospital after two car crash in Fort Myers A crash involving at least two vehicles sent one person to the hospital.
The Weather Authority: Clouds, sunshine, wind, and the possibility of a brief shower for your Sunday Clouds and occasional sunshine this Sunday. A few brief showers are possible late in the afternoon and this evening.
TALLAHASSEE (CBS) Governor DeSantis signs AI and vape bills Gov. Ron DeSantis on Friday signed 28 bills, including a measure requiring disclaimers on certain political ads created using artificial intelligence and a bill about regulation of vape products.
ESTERO Gold Star Golf Tournament honors fallen veteran Behind each putt and swing of a golf club at the Gold Star Golf Tournament is someone who knew John Wirka Junior.
NEW YORK (AP) How TikTok grew from a fun app for teens into a potential national security threat If it feels like TikTok has been around forever, that’s probably because it has, at least if you’re measuring via internet time. What’s now in question is whether it will be around much longer and, if so, in what form?
FORT MYERS Man wanted for armed robbery at Fort Myers convenience store Crime Stoppers is asking the public for help identifying an armed robber who held up a convenience store Saturday morning.
MGN ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) – A dark, submarine-inspired thrill ride in California and swank new offerings at Downtown Disney all top the summer’s must-do list for theme park and amusement fans. For those who want even more extreme summer adventures, a hybrid wood-steel coaster in Massachusetts and a spinning wing coaster based on Batman in Texas are also new for 2015. “Pop culture really stands out this summer,” said Colleen Mangone, spokeswoman for the Virginia-based International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions. “It’s allowing fans to experience pop culture in a whole new way.” “Star Wars,” Justice League, “Fast and Furious” – all are represented in different ways and in different parks this summer. There’s some tamer fare as well, like the Amish Experience located in Bird-in-Hand, Pennsylvania, where a “Magic Lantern Show” promises a 19th-century entertainment experience. I-Drive 360 in Orlando is slightly different from the area’s other attractions, with its new, giant Orlando Eye Ferris wheel. Also in Orlando, Florida’s only Starbucks that serves alcohol recently opened in Downtown Disney, just in time for thirsty summer crowds. Here are the highlights of new theme park summer offerings: FLORIDA The most visible and talked about attraction in Orlando this summer isn’t at one of the mega theme parks. It’s I-Drive 360, an entertainment complex good for all ages that combines Madame Tussauds wax museum, the Sea Life Aquarium and the Orlando Eye. The 400-foot-tall (122 meters) wheel is slow enough for those with jumpy stomachs (but not good for those with fear of heights). The aquarium has touch pools, a wall of trippy floating jellyfish and plenty of sharks to spy. The wax museum includes a figure of Juan Ponce de Leon, who led the first European expedition to Florida. Over at Disney, imagineers are busy transforming Downtown Disney into Disney Springs. Some of the new restaurant and shopping offerings are open, including The Boathouse, a waterfront eatery that overlooks Lake Buena Vista. Guests can now take tours in “Mad Men”-era “amphicars” around the lake; the boat-cars are original, not replicas. Nearby, Starbucks serves beer and wine after 4 p.m. Because the “Frozen” movie frenzy keeps growing, the “Frozen Sing-Along Celebration” at Disney Hollywood Studios moves to the larger Hyperion Theater June 17, with new technology like a high-definition LED screen and new snow-making. Note to parents: The theater is deliciously air-conditioned and dark, enabling weary park-goers to kick back and rest while little ones happily belt out “Let It Go” at the top of their lungs. Two other openings in Central Florida are worth checking out: The Crayola Experience and Legoland Florida’s new hotel. ___ CALIFORNIA Universal Studios Hollywood will unveil its Fast & Furious: Supercharged attraction on June 25, a 50,000-square-foot (4,600-square-meter) motion simulator ride based on the movie franchise. It promises to take riders on a 120 mph (193 kilometers per hour) journey through the “underworld of fast cars and international crime cartels” with the help of 3-D-HD imagery and 360-degree screens. Knott’s Berry Farm in Buena Park is scheduled to open its 3-D, interactive dark ride called Voyage to the Iron Reef. It’s a submarine-inspired attraction and guests can use ray guns to “freeze” puffer fish, octopi and other creatures during the ride, which takes place on 600 feet (183 meters) of track. Legoland California in Carlsbad opens Lego Star Wars Miniland Death Star, with models of classic movie scenes. The park also opens Heartlake City, an area based on the Lego Friends toy line, which is centered around the lives of five girls. ___ OHIO Cedar Point in Sandusky has already opened its signature summer ride: Rougarou, a werewolf-themed roller coaster that’s also floorless. Translation: Your feet are dangling as you plunge 137 feet (42 meters) through four inversions. ___ MASSACHUSETTS Wicked fast: Six Flags New England in Agawam is updating an old wooden coaster with a metal structure for a smooth hybrid ride, now called the Wicked Cyclone, with a 109-foot (33-meter) hill, two zero-G rolls and top speeds of 55 mph (88 kilometers per hour). ___ NEW JERSEY Six Flags Great Adventure in Jackson adds a 13th coaster to its mix, El Diablo, a pendulum-style coaster. ___ PENNSYLVANIA Camelback Mountain Resort in Tannersville unveils a 533,000-square-foot (50,000-square-meter) Aquatopia Indoor Water Park with six pools, a surfing simulator, 13 water slides and an indoor water coaster. At Hersheypark in Hershey, the Laff Trakk indoor coaster is a spinning glow coaster that “pays homage” to the funhouses of yesteryear, including a hall of mirrors. ___ TENNESSEE At Dollywood in Pigeon Forge, the DreamMore Resort is new for this summer. It’s a 307-room resort with a lazy river, a splash park and views of the Great Smoky Mountains. ___ TEXAS Six Flags Over Texas in Arlington is introducing a 3-D interactive dark ride, Justice League: Battle for Metropolis. A similar ride is opening at Six Flags St. Louis in Missouri. At Six Flags Fiesta Texas in San Antonio, Batman: The Ride is a 4-D coaster with magnetic fins that flip riders.