Few showers this Monday afternoon after a pleasant and dry morning1 dead, and 2 detained after North Fort Myers shooting
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, and 2 detained after North Fort Myers shooting A shooting investigation is underway in North Fort Myers.
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.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA WINK Neighborhood Watch: Rifles, inappropriate texts and Donut shop debacle This week’s segment of WINK Neighborhood Watch features a scary mall trip, an inappropriate coach, and a Dunkin Donuts assault.
The Weather Authority: Sunny Saturday with a nice breeze; fire danger increases Warm temperatures for your Saturday with a nice breeze into the afternoon.
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, and 2 detained after North Fort Myers shooting A shooting investigation is underway in North Fort Myers.
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.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA WINK Neighborhood Watch: Rifles, inappropriate texts and Donut shop debacle This week’s segment of WINK Neighborhood Watch features a scary mall trip, an inappropriate coach, and a Dunkin Donuts assault.
The Weather Authority: Sunny Saturday with a nice breeze; fire danger increases Warm temperatures for your Saturday with a nice breeze into the afternoon.
Mark Sievers trial. Photo via WINK News Day two of jury selection kicked off with half of the initial group of potential jurors being dismissed after being asked about issues serving on the jury. Of the starting 50 potential jurors, 20 were dismissed after the first round of questions, including financial hardships, medical conditions, etc., that would prevent them from serving. When the judge asked if anyone knows Mark Sievers or any of the attorneys involved, one woman raised her hand and said she’s known his daughters for years. As of a bit before noon, there were roughly 20 potential jurors left in the courtroom. More than half have said they’ve heard something about the Sievers trial. This doesn’t mean that they cannot eventually sit on the jury. It just depends on what they know and whether or not they’ve formed an opinion. So far, six jurors have been asked to return tomorrow afternoon as potential jurors. Around 12:30 p.m., Sievers was at the back of the courtroom awaiting medical attention after vomiting in a trashcan. The defense mentioned Sievers had a headache earlier Wednesday morning. Here’s the moment #MarkSievers got sick in the courtroom. Defense mentioned Sievers had a headache this morning. Medical team was called while we’re on a break. I’ve turned off the sound for you all. @winknews pic.twitter.com/pVnOkdgvuZ — Brooke Shafer (@BrookeShaferTV) November 13, 2019 The court took a lunch break until 1:45 p.m. while Sievers waited for a medical team. The Judge, in hopes of drawing “as little attention to this as possible,” stepped out to instead tell potential jurors he has something else on his docket he needs to take care of. He went into the hallway to address them instead of having them come into the courtroom without Sievers present. Court returned as normal and Sievers appears to be feeling better. Another group of potential jurors was brought in after the lunch break. As of around 4:30 p.m., 25 of the 48 were dismissed after just the first round of questions. The judge then explained to the remaining people which case they are here for and asked if they know Mark Sievers or any of the attorneys and if they are familiar with the case. Only five people said they hadn’t heard of the Sievers case. The remaining people are being asked how much they know. Mark #Sievers seems to be taking extensive notes throughout jury selection. From what I’ve noticed, he mostly continues taking notes and rarely looks up at any potential jurors when they’re asked questions about what they know. #SieversTrial @winknews pic.twitter.com/hzjWNhVg1A — Brooke Shafer (@BrookeShaferTV) November 13, 2019 Potential jurors for the trial against Mark Sievers will be asked their position on the death penalty. Sievers is accused of planning the murder of his wife, Doctor Teresa Sievers, who was killed in her Bonita Springs home, back in 2015. The issue with the timing of the beginning of the trial is the holidays could stretch it out even longer than expected. For day one of jury selection, almost half of the first 50 potential jurors were sent home. Only a handful of people told the judge they had not heard about the case before. And many already made travel plans for the upcoming holidays. A former jury consultant says that is just one of the issues attorneys face with seating this jury. “You can already tell a little bit that they recognize Mark Sievers. They knew what case they were there for,” said former jury consultant, Erica Baer. If Sievers is found guilty of First Degree Murder, the jury will be needed for the penalty phase of the trial.