Large Law enforcement presence in Charlotte CountyCharlotte County Sheriff’s Office investigating domestic shooting incident
Large Law enforcement presence in Charlotte County According to the Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office, there is a large law enforcement presence in the area of Parker Drive and Lemon Bay Road.
Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office investigating domestic shooting incident The Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a domestic shooting incident on Holtville Ave. in South Gulf Cove on Sunday evening.
LEHIGH ACRES Christ at Crossroads Church in Lehigh Acres catches fire According to Lehigh Acres Fire Control and Rescue District, a church in Lehigh Acres has caught fire on Sunday.
WINK News Photos of the Week: Jan. 19 – Jan 25. This week’s edition features photos from a commemorative march, a WINK News reporter receiving a special award and snow in Florida.
Gas line crash on U.S. 41 near Alico Road, at least 1 person dead The northbound lanes of U.S. 41 near Alico Road are currently closed due to a fatal crash involving a gas line that left one vehicle engulfed in flames.
BONITA SPRINGS Fatal crash in Bonita Springs: Motorcyclist dies on U.S. 41 According to the Florida Highway Patrol, the motorcyclist was traveling on U.S. 41 when an SUV entered the intersection, cutting in front of the motorcyclist.
the weather authority A dry, seasonal Sunday is on tap with highs in the 70s The Weather Authority says that while it’s a comfortable and cool morning across Southwest Florida, it is going to warm right on up this afternoon into the mid to upper 70s.
FORT MYERS 1 injured in Fort Myers auto shop fire According to FMPD, one person is injured after two vehicles and a dumpster caught fire in an auto shop on Saturday afternoon.
Hendry County Sheriff’s Office seeks public’s help in deer poaching investigation The Hendry County Sheriff’s Office Agriculture Unit is seeking assistance from the public in its investigation into the illegal killing of approximately nine deer.
Deputy injured, suspect killed in shooting near State Road 72 in DeSoto County A suspect wanted on a child enticement charge out of Georgia was killed in a deputy-involved shooting early Saturday morning in DeSoto County.
ENGLEWOOD 1 dead in Englewood incident; authorities investigating There is an active investigation going on at the 3200 block of Smith Street in Englewood, where one person was found dead.
NAPLES Naples Winter Wine Festival kicks off to support Collier County children The Naples Winter Wine Festival, one of the largest charity wine auctions globally, is set to begin at the Ritz-Carlton in Naples on Saturday.
ESTERO Join the March to a Million Meals to combat hunger in Southwest Florida Food insecurity remains a significant issue in Southwest Florida, with one in eight adults and one in six children experiencing hunger.
NAPLES Last chance to enjoy Naples Boat Show’s yachts and waterfront fun The Naples Boat Show wraps up on Saturday, offering one last chance for visitors to explore an impressive lineup of boats, yachts, and waterfront fun.
CAPE CORAL SunSplash Waterpark hosts hiring event in Cape Coral As chilly temperatures linger, it might be hard to think about the hot, humid days of summer, but SunSplash Family Waterpark in Cape Coral is already preparing for the season.
Large Law enforcement presence in Charlotte County According to the Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office, there is a large law enforcement presence in the area of Parker Drive and Lemon Bay Road.
Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office investigating domestic shooting incident The Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a domestic shooting incident on Holtville Ave. in South Gulf Cove on Sunday evening.
LEHIGH ACRES Christ at Crossroads Church in Lehigh Acres catches fire According to Lehigh Acres Fire Control and Rescue District, a church in Lehigh Acres has caught fire on Sunday.
WINK News Photos of the Week: Jan. 19 – Jan 25. This week’s edition features photos from a commemorative march, a WINK News reporter receiving a special award and snow in Florida.
Gas line crash on U.S. 41 near Alico Road, at least 1 person dead The northbound lanes of U.S. 41 near Alico Road are currently closed due to a fatal crash involving a gas line that left one vehicle engulfed in flames.
BONITA SPRINGS Fatal crash in Bonita Springs: Motorcyclist dies on U.S. 41 According to the Florida Highway Patrol, the motorcyclist was traveling on U.S. 41 when an SUV entered the intersection, cutting in front of the motorcyclist.
the weather authority A dry, seasonal Sunday is on tap with highs in the 70s The Weather Authority says that while it’s a comfortable and cool morning across Southwest Florida, it is going to warm right on up this afternoon into the mid to upper 70s.
FORT MYERS 1 injured in Fort Myers auto shop fire According to FMPD, one person is injured after two vehicles and a dumpster caught fire in an auto shop on Saturday afternoon.
Hendry County Sheriff’s Office seeks public’s help in deer poaching investigation The Hendry County Sheriff’s Office Agriculture Unit is seeking assistance from the public in its investigation into the illegal killing of approximately nine deer.
Deputy injured, suspect killed in shooting near State Road 72 in DeSoto County A suspect wanted on a child enticement charge out of Georgia was killed in a deputy-involved shooting early Saturday morning in DeSoto County.
ENGLEWOOD 1 dead in Englewood incident; authorities investigating There is an active investigation going on at the 3200 block of Smith Street in Englewood, where one person was found dead.
NAPLES Naples Winter Wine Festival kicks off to support Collier County children The Naples Winter Wine Festival, one of the largest charity wine auctions globally, is set to begin at the Ritz-Carlton in Naples on Saturday.
ESTERO Join the March to a Million Meals to combat hunger in Southwest Florida Food insecurity remains a significant issue in Southwest Florida, with one in eight adults and one in six children experiencing hunger.
NAPLES Last chance to enjoy Naples Boat Show’s yachts and waterfront fun The Naples Boat Show wraps up on Saturday, offering one last chance for visitors to explore an impressive lineup of boats, yachts, and waterfront fun.
CAPE CORAL SunSplash Waterpark hosts hiring event in Cape Coral As chilly temperatures linger, it might be hard to think about the hot, humid days of summer, but SunSplash Family Waterpark in Cape Coral is already preparing for the season.
Credit: WINK News. Two single moms who live at a troubled apartment complex say there is no help from the company running it to deal with bugs, lack of air conditioning, and crime plaguing their homes. Our crew visited Sunrise Towers apartments in Fort Myers on Tuesday, and they had trouble walking through the smell, mold and bugs that were apparent and present at homes in the complex. Families there want someone to do something to help them. Antonia Cotton keeps her food on the table and out of the cupboards because of nuisance cockroaches. “We have to clean out the cupboards every week just so they can come and spray,” Cotton said. Cotton said rarely does someone show up. Bugs and a broken air conditioner are her way of life at Sunrise Towers apartments. “We were facing homelessness, so I had to take what I can get,” Cotton said. A U.S. Army veteran and a single mom, Cotton feels like she’s failing. “My son has … never lived in this kind of squalor in his life,” Cotton said. There is also crime at Sunrise Towers, including a shooting at the apartments Monday. “Sometimes I just … I break down, and I’m like, ‘Why? Like what did I ever do to deserve this?’” Cotton said. “The only thing that’s going to stop it is if the owner is held accountable.” Cotton’s neighbor, single mom Heather Jewell, is fed up. “I don’t know if you see the big hole in my ceiling,” Jewell said. “My bathroom, I have no door, and this is the finished bathroom that I got.” Her bathroom isn’t painted and it doesn’t have a shower curtain. Her apartment also smells of Pine-Sol because Jewell’s trying to stay ahead of mold buildup. “They know we don’t have a choice,” Jewell said. “So this is what we’re left with.” “If it wasn’t for my son, I swear I’d rather be without a house,” Cotton said. “But I can’t.” Sunrise Towers has 27 code violations in 2020 alone and more than $200,000 in fines. We reached out to both candidates for mayor – Kevin Anderson and Jacqueline McMiller. Anderson, who sits on the city council, said he has spoken with the city manager on how it can be more aggressive at the building. McMiller said she is looking at some possibilities to handle these private owners and hold them accountable. The management company that runs Sunrise Towers has not responded to WINK News’ request for comment.