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3 children, 3 adults fatally shot at Nashville grade school
A shooting at a private Christian grade school in Nashville wounded several people Monday, authorities said. The suspect is dead after a confrontation with police.

Miracle Monday: Golisano Children’s Hospital integrates video games into treatment
Golisano Children’s Hospital has made video games an important part of treatment for young patients who badly need an escape from pain.

Shaping the future of Collier County children
The Naples Children and Education Foundation awarded $26,500,000 on Monday to 50 different nonprofits in Collier County. The funds came from the Naples Winter Wine Festival donations and will benefit at-risk and underprivileged children. WINK News spoke with Bill Beynon, the Naples Winter Wine Festival chair, about the importance of the event. “If you think […]

Myles’ Message nonprofit connects parents of kids with Down syndrome
A Lee County woman was inspired by her son to create a nonprofit connecting and supporting other parents whose children have Down syndrome. Maddie Levy’s son Myles is just 3 1/2 years old. “When I was pregnant, I found out at 12 weeks that Myles would probably have Down syndrome, and I was told by […]
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Jury selection Monday for man accused of killing Fort Myers police officer
After almost five years, jury selection will begin Monday in an accused cop killer’s trial.

Amber Alert issued for Pinellas County 2-year-old
The Florida Department of Law Enforcement has issued an Amber Alert for a 2-year-old boy out of Pinellas County.

Florida OKs bill to carry concealed guns without a permit
Floridians will be able to carry concealed guns without a permit under a bill the Legislature sent to Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis. The governor, who is considering a presidential run, has said the issue is one of his priorities.

Manatees found dead in the Imperial River in Bonita Springs
WINK News spotted three manatees, including a calf, in a cove on the Imperial River in Bonita Springs on Thursday.