Elevate Florida program to help homeowners strengthen properties against stormsPlanning and Zoning Board approves proposed West County area development
Elevate Florida program to help homeowners strengthen properties against storms The Florida Dept. of Emergency Management announced the launch of its new “Elevate Florida” residential mitigation program.
Planning and Zoning Board approves proposed West County area development Homebuilder Maronda Homes received approval Feb. 10 from the Charlotte County Planning and Zoning Board to amend a previously approved development on 1,174 acres in the area of South Gulf Cove.
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.
Elevate Florida program to help homeowners strengthen properties against storms The Florida Dept. of Emergency Management announced the launch of its new “Elevate Florida” residential mitigation program.
Planning and Zoning Board approves proposed West County area development Homebuilder Maronda Homes received approval Feb. 10 from the Charlotte County Planning and Zoning Board to amend a previously approved development on 1,174 acres in the area of South Gulf Cove.
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.
From left to right, Benoit Pierre, Terrance Montgomery, Roy Favors This new weekly WINK News segment is featuring fugitives from justice here in Southwest Florida. This is your chance to help out the community and give the tip that gets these guys off the street. These three men need to be found and you can help. If you have seen them reach out to Crime Stoppers or your local law enforcement. 1-800-780-TIPS (8477). Here are the first three wanted in Lee County by Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers. Terrance Montgomery Roy Favors SWFL Crime Stoppers contact info. Terrance Montgomery, 20, is currently on the run in Lee County after violating his probation on drug and weapons-related charges. This 20-year-old fugitive spent most of the last year behind bars for a long list of burglaries, thefts, resisting and even perjury. When officers tracked Montgomery down at his home, he bailed out a back door and took off running. When a deputy started chasing after him, Montgomery reached inside his jacket and pulled out a handgun and pointed it at the officer. That gun had 10 bullets in the magazine and one in the chamber. Montgomery was quickly taken into custody and fortunately, nobody was hurt. In addition to his current charges, detectives believe Montgomery may be involved with recent shootings in the Dunbar area. Roy Favors, 49, has been on the run since an incident last month when he launched a brutal attack in the midst of a drunken stupor. According to the victim, Favors started smashing beer bottles on the floor after getting into a verbal argument with the woman, which quickly festered into a physical altercation. During the incident, he pushed the victim onto a couch, punched her in the face and choked her nearly to the point of unconsciousness. A witness intervened, affording the victim the opportunity to escape and find a safe place. By the time deputies arrived, however, Favors took off – and hasn’t been seen since. This is the third violent episode in just a few short months for the 48-year-old fugitive, with similar actions taking place in December and in May. He is 6’2”, 190 pounds and was last known to be staying in the Suncoast area. And upon his arrest, he will be charged with domestic battery by strangulation and tampering with a victim or witness. [CAPTURED] Benoit Pierre, 73, is accused of molesting two very young girls earlier this year. The incidents allegedly occurred at a local home, and even on a church bus, on multiple occasions. After the victims finally had the bravery to come forward and tell an adult about what was happening, Benoit was confronted with the allegations, which he denied to both family and friends. But rather than defend himself in a legal way, Pierre has chosen to go into hiding for the last month. Detectives say he has seemingly disappeared in the local Haitian community in an effort to keep himself out of jail. Benoit is 5’10”, 200 pounds and upon his arrest, he will be charged with two counts of lewd and lascivious molestation. If you have a tip on the whereabouts of any of these wanted suspects contact Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers. All callers will remain anonymous and will be eligible for a cash reward of up to $3,000. UPDATE: Pierre has been captured. Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers 1-800-780-TIPS (8477) or southwestfloridacrimestoppers.com