3 charged for major theft organization targeting luxury vehiclesMan arrested for DUI after slamming into Port Charlotte home’s garage
LEHIGH ACRES 3 charged for major theft organization targeting luxury vehicles Three men, one from Lehigh Acres, has been charged for their role in a major theft organization targeting luxury vehicles.
port charlotte Man arrested for DUI after slamming into Port Charlotte home’s garage The North Port Police Department has arrested a man accused of DUI and crashing into a Port Charlotte home’s garage.
CAPE CORAL New information on nurse accused of starving premature baby New information has been released about what happened behind closed doors when a nurse allegedly starved a premature baby.
BONITA SPRINGS World’s largest bounce castle to spring into Bonita Springs The Big Bounce America, the world’s largest inflatable bounce castle is set to appear in Bonita Springs.
palmdale Gatorama owner bitten during alligator feeding show Gatorama owner Allen Register was sent to hospital after being bitten by an alligator during a feeding show.
CAPE CORAL Man accused of Cape Coral DUI accident with serious injuries A man has been arrested after allegedly causing an accident with injuries while driving under the influence in Cape Coral.
wink news Web Exclusive: Rachel Cox-Rosen’s Construction Heads Up As construction may dampen your commute, WINK News traffic anchor Rachel Cox Rosen knows the best way to traverse the roadways in this web-exclusive feature.
the weather authority Another warm afternoon for your Tuesday plans The Weather Authority is tracking a warm Tuesday afternoon with stray rain showers expected in our inland communities.
NORTH FORT MYERS Cape Coral man faces 16 charges after fleeing multiple traffic stops Marcus Selby, 24, is facing multiple charges after a dramatic series of events involving Cape Coral police and Florida Highway Patrol troopers.
SANIBEL Sanibel residents brace for traffic surge with new advisory and app aid Sanibel residents are bracing for increased traffic as the city issued a “heavy traffic advisory” for the entire week.
FGCU FGCU’s Casey Santoro battles back from Achilles injury FGCU women’s basketball player Casey Santoro is back on the floor after suffering an Achilles injury a season ago.
BABCOCK RANCH Heaviest Florida panther ever recorded located in Babcock Ranch Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission biologists recently captured and collared the heaviest Florida panther ever recorded.
Lee County deputies using VR for safe high-risk training scenarios The Lee County Sheriff’s Office has taken a significant step forward in training by incorporating virtual reality technology.
NAPLES FC Naples signs local soccer star Joffre followed his dream across continents after graduating from Gulf Coast. Now he’s back on the professional soccer pitch in his hometown.
FORT MYERS BEACH Fort Myers Beach businesses face floodplain compliance deadline Fort Myers Beach’s businesses face pressure to comply with floodplain regulations or leave the island by March 1.
LEHIGH ACRES 3 charged for major theft organization targeting luxury vehicles Three men, one from Lehigh Acres, has been charged for their role in a major theft organization targeting luxury vehicles.
port charlotte Man arrested for DUI after slamming into Port Charlotte home’s garage The North Port Police Department has arrested a man accused of DUI and crashing into a Port Charlotte home’s garage.
CAPE CORAL New information on nurse accused of starving premature baby New information has been released about what happened behind closed doors when a nurse allegedly starved a premature baby.
BONITA SPRINGS World’s largest bounce castle to spring into Bonita Springs The Big Bounce America, the world’s largest inflatable bounce castle is set to appear in Bonita Springs.
palmdale Gatorama owner bitten during alligator feeding show Gatorama owner Allen Register was sent to hospital after being bitten by an alligator during a feeding show.
CAPE CORAL Man accused of Cape Coral DUI accident with serious injuries A man has been arrested after allegedly causing an accident with injuries while driving under the influence in Cape Coral.
wink news Web Exclusive: Rachel Cox-Rosen’s Construction Heads Up As construction may dampen your commute, WINK News traffic anchor Rachel Cox Rosen knows the best way to traverse the roadways in this web-exclusive feature.
the weather authority Another warm afternoon for your Tuesday plans The Weather Authority is tracking a warm Tuesday afternoon with stray rain showers expected in our inland communities.
NORTH FORT MYERS Cape Coral man faces 16 charges after fleeing multiple traffic stops Marcus Selby, 24, is facing multiple charges after a dramatic series of events involving Cape Coral police and Florida Highway Patrol troopers.
SANIBEL Sanibel residents brace for traffic surge with new advisory and app aid Sanibel residents are bracing for increased traffic as the city issued a “heavy traffic advisory” for the entire week.
FGCU FGCU’s Casey Santoro battles back from Achilles injury FGCU women’s basketball player Casey Santoro is back on the floor after suffering an Achilles injury a season ago.
BABCOCK RANCH Heaviest Florida panther ever recorded located in Babcock Ranch Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission biologists recently captured and collared the heaviest Florida panther ever recorded.
Lee County deputies using VR for safe high-risk training scenarios The Lee County Sheriff’s Office has taken a significant step forward in training by incorporating virtual reality technology.
NAPLES FC Naples signs local soccer star Joffre followed his dream across continents after graduating from Gulf Coast. Now he’s back on the professional soccer pitch in his hometown.
FORT MYERS BEACH Fort Myers Beach businesses face floodplain compliance deadline Fort Myers Beach’s businesses face pressure to comply with floodplain regulations or leave the island by March 1.
Rotary Club Law and Order Ball. Photo via Rotary Club of Fort Myers Saturday at the Rotary Club Law and Order Ball, Sergeant Sylvester Smalls took home the title of Officer of the Year. And to make the win even sweeter it was his birthday. From the patrol car to the basketball courts, Smalls brings his passion to help kids in his community. “If there’s any way I can help, I always do. That’s what it’s all about,” Smalls said. He organizes basketball showcases to give players in the community a chance to go on to college. Smalls has also helped dozens of teens once overlooked by college scouts to get scholarships and even degrees. The black-tie optional event featured cocktails, hors-d’oeuvres, dinner, awards, silent and live auctions, and entertainment. The 2018 Law & Order Ball Officer of the Year finalist are: · Officer Emelia Lock, Fort Myers Police Department MORE: http://winknews.com/2018/09/13/fmpd-officer-emilia-lock-nominated-for-officer-of-the-year/ · K-9 Officer Stephen Scrobe, Cape Coral Police Department MORE: http://winknews.com/2018/09/10/ccpd-k-9-officer-stephen-scrobe-up-for-officer-of-the-year/ · Sergeant Sylvester Smalls, Lee County Sheriff’s Office MORE: http://winknews.com/2018/09/12/sergeant-sylvester-smalls-up-for-officer-of-the-year/ · Deputy Sheriff Michael Truscott, Lee County Sheriff’s Office MORE: http://winknews.com/2018/09/11/deputy-michael-truscott-up-for-officer-of-the-year/ · Sergeant Domonic Zammitt, Fort Myers Police Department MORE: http://winknews.com/2018/09/14/fmpd-sergeant-domonic-zammit-a-finalist-for-officer-of-the-year/ Erik Stolhanske, known as “Officer Rabbit” in the Super Troopers movies, will be the celebrity guest. MORE: http://winknews.com/2018/09/06/erik-stolhanske-of-super-troopers-to-be-celebrity-guest-at-law-and-order-ball/ Stolhanske’s a writer, producer and member of the comedy group broken lizard. His parents live in Pensacola and when we asked about him coming to Southwest Florida’s Law and Order Ball he said, “Because of Super Troopers, I’ve gotten to know a lot of great people in the law enforcement community on a personal level. I feel like I’ve been adopted by the community.” Proceeds benefit the community through the Rotary Club of Fort Myers South Foundation (a 501(c)3 non-profit) and law enforcement youth programs. The Law & Order Ball starts at 6:00 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 15, 2018 at Germain Arena, located at 11000 Everblades Parkway in Estero. For more information on the event visit lawandorderball.org.