Punta Gorda man arrested for death threats against local leadersCape Coral man arrested for stealing Jeep, possessing firearm illegally
PUNTA GORDA Punta Gorda man arrested for death threats against local leaders A Punta Gorda man has been arrested for sending over thirty threatening emails to senators Marco Rubio and Rick Scott and a Punta Gorda police officer.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral man arrested for stealing Jeep, possessing firearm illegally A 39-year-old man was arrested early Saturday morning in Cape Coral after being accused of stealing a Jeep and possessing a firearm as a convicted felon.
NORTH PORT North Port Firefighters rescue dog, cats during structure fire North Port Fire Rescue crews responded to a structure fire, saving one dog and four cats from a burning home.
CAPE CORAL Runners turn out for 13th annual LCEC 5K for United Way Jim Jeffers Park in Cape Coral transformed into a sea of runners Saturday morning as people laced up their shoes for the 13th annual LCEC 5K for United Way.
the weather authority A cool, comfortable first weekend of 2025 with lots of sunshine The Weather Authority is kicking off the first weekend of 2025 on a chilly note with morning temperatures in the 40s and 50s across Southwest Florida.
FORT MYERS Locals respond to Surgeon General advisory on alcohol Many think a cancer warning label won’t stop anyone who is planning on having a drink from having one. But at the same time, hearing alcohol could increase their cancer risk did get them thinking about drinking.
New provision to Florida law gives public the authority to sue over homeless camping People now have the power to sue local leaders for not stopping the homeless from camping in public if a report is made.
CAPE CORAL Understanding water restriction in Cape Coral The city of Canals has water problems again!
SANIBEL Future of the Sanibel Pier Sanibel Island is looking much better since Hurricane Ian, but while the lighthouse is standing tall, the pier isn’t doing too well.
downtown fort myers Large crowds expected for Fort Myers Seafood & Music Festival Downtown Fort Myers is on higher alert as this weekend’s 4th Annual Fort Myers Seafood & Music Festival is expected to draw large crowds.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral neighborhood growing frustrated over debris piles Pounds of trash and debris are blowing through a Cape Coral neighborhood, through the streets, into canals and every which way.
Inside a Lee County special corrections program More than 3,000 bags of trash, 19 interstate projects, nearly 100 citizen requests and over one hundred truckloads of trash—that’s the work done by nonviolent offenders in Lee County, who are doing their part to make our county more beautiful.
FGCU NCAA implements rules for checking pitchers for foreign substances The NCAA will soon send out an instructional video on in-game foreign substance checks for pitchers.
Surgeon General calls for cancer warnings on alcohol In the new year, there’s a new call to warn Americans about the negative effects of alcohol.
Family of Charlotte deputy killed during traffic stop releases statement The family of Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Sgt. Elio Diaz is breaking their silence.
PUNTA GORDA Punta Gorda man arrested for death threats against local leaders A Punta Gorda man has been arrested for sending over thirty threatening emails to senators Marco Rubio and Rick Scott and a Punta Gorda police officer.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral man arrested for stealing Jeep, possessing firearm illegally A 39-year-old man was arrested early Saturday morning in Cape Coral after being accused of stealing a Jeep and possessing a firearm as a convicted felon.
NORTH PORT North Port Firefighters rescue dog, cats during structure fire North Port Fire Rescue crews responded to a structure fire, saving one dog and four cats from a burning home.
CAPE CORAL Runners turn out for 13th annual LCEC 5K for United Way Jim Jeffers Park in Cape Coral transformed into a sea of runners Saturday morning as people laced up their shoes for the 13th annual LCEC 5K for United Way.
the weather authority A cool, comfortable first weekend of 2025 with lots of sunshine The Weather Authority is kicking off the first weekend of 2025 on a chilly note with morning temperatures in the 40s and 50s across Southwest Florida.
FORT MYERS Locals respond to Surgeon General advisory on alcohol Many think a cancer warning label won’t stop anyone who is planning on having a drink from having one. But at the same time, hearing alcohol could increase their cancer risk did get them thinking about drinking.
New provision to Florida law gives public the authority to sue over homeless camping People now have the power to sue local leaders for not stopping the homeless from camping in public if a report is made.
CAPE CORAL Understanding water restriction in Cape Coral The city of Canals has water problems again!
SANIBEL Future of the Sanibel Pier Sanibel Island is looking much better since Hurricane Ian, but while the lighthouse is standing tall, the pier isn’t doing too well.
downtown fort myers Large crowds expected for Fort Myers Seafood & Music Festival Downtown Fort Myers is on higher alert as this weekend’s 4th Annual Fort Myers Seafood & Music Festival is expected to draw large crowds.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral neighborhood growing frustrated over debris piles Pounds of trash and debris are blowing through a Cape Coral neighborhood, through the streets, into canals and every which way.
Inside a Lee County special corrections program More than 3,000 bags of trash, 19 interstate projects, nearly 100 citizen requests and over one hundred truckloads of trash—that’s the work done by nonviolent offenders in Lee County, who are doing their part to make our county more beautiful.
FGCU NCAA implements rules for checking pitchers for foreign substances The NCAA will soon send out an instructional video on in-game foreign substance checks for pitchers.
Surgeon General calls for cancer warnings on alcohol In the new year, there’s a new call to warn Americans about the negative effects of alcohol.
Family of Charlotte deputy killed during traffic stop releases statement The family of Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Sgt. Elio Diaz is breaking their silence.
Map of Southwest Florida’s hurricane evacuation zones. Credit: FloridaDisaster.org Update The Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office is enacting a curfew from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m. for all of Charlotte County, including Punta Gorda. The curfew will be in place until further notice. Violation of the curfew is a misdemeanor, according to the Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office. “I am enacting this curfew as a means of protecting the people and property of Charlotte County as it pertains to Hurricane Ian. As soon as it is safe to rescind this order, I will do so. Until that time, the only people that should be out on the roadways after hours are essential workers as they strive to assess and provide assistance to those who received damage caused by the storm,” said Sheriff Bill Prummell. Watch WINK News’ Zach Olivieri interview Charlotte County Public Information Officer Brian Gleason below: I just spoke with Brian Gleason, the public information officer with Charlotte County. He provided an update on where things stand right now and what’s next. @winknews #HurricaneIan pic.twitter.com/EozHwCjk7A — Zach Oliveri (@Zach_Oliveri) September 28, 2022 Earlier Charlotte County is already calling for some to evacuate the area due to Hurricane Ian. Four storm shelters were opened on Tuesday morning for those who can’t evacuate. The evacuations include those living on the barrier islands of Don Pedro Island, Knight Island (Palm Island), Little Gasparilla Island, Gasparilla Island, and Manasota Key, as well as residents in any zone living in mobile homes and trailers. People are advised to stay in a well-constructed home with friends and family members who live outside of evacuation areas or flood zones. Charlotte County gave an update on Hurricane Ian at 3 p.m. Tuesday. You can watch by clicking here or in the player below. MORE: Know your zone Part of the county is now under a hurricane warning. Officials said are now asking residents in red zones, orange zones and mobile homes across the county to evacuate. Map of Southwest Florida’s hurricane evacuation zones. Credit: FloridaDisaster.org Charlotte County’s director of emergency management made it clear the chance always exists for a shift that would prompt more evacuations. Charlotte County opened storm shelters in Port Charlotte at 8 a.m. Tuesday. Charlotte County Emergency Management emphasizes that shelters are refuges of last resort if you have no place to go. Uber says that if you need transportation to a shelter in Sarasota, Charlotte, and Lee Counties, it will offer a free $30 ride. In the “Payment” section of the Uber app, enter code IANRELIEF for a trip to any of the shelters listed on the Florida disasters website. *UPDATE* If you need transportation to a shelter in Sarasota, Charlotte, and Lee Counties, Uber will offer a free $30 ride. In “Payment” section of Uber app,enter code IANRELIEF for trip to any of the shelters listed athttps://t.co/mVX2fdBNW9 https://t.co/B4O15s8RHh pic.twitter.com/BVFWIJ887s — Javi Correoso (@javicorreoso) September 27, 2022 The following shelter locations are open: Kingsway Elementary School, 23300 Quasar Blvd. Liberty Elementary School, 370 Atwater St. Neil Armstrong Elementary School, 22100 Breezeswept Ave. Harold Ave. Regional Park Recreation Center, 23400 Harold Ave. Babcock School Field House, 43301 Cypress Pkwy. If you choose to go to a shelter, you will need to bring supplies for each family member and pet (all Charlotte County shelters are pet friendly): Sleeping bag, sleeping pad and/or blankets and pillow Personal flashlight or headlamps Disinfectant supplies, hand sanitizer, soap, cloth face coverings Toothbrush/toothpaste Soap – you may choose to purchase body wipes for quick wipe-downs instead of soap Feminine hygiene products Cell phones chargers/ backup battery Extra sets of clothes suitable for the season Extra socks and sturdy shoes Food or snacks (72+ hours worth) Books or magazine Prescription medications, eyeglasses Important documents If you will have pets, be sure to bring: Pet care items Pet food and water (at least two weeks’ worth) Proper identification Medical records/microchip info/vaccination papers A carrier or cage Muzzle and leash Water and food bowls Medications Charlotte County officials say the Tom Adams Bridge and South Gulf Cove Lock will close at 3 p.m. on Tuesday until after tropical storm force winds subside. According to the Charlotte County Emergency Operations Center, the onset of tropical storm winds is now estimated to arrive around 2 a.m. on Wednesday. People going to a shelter are urged to get there as soon as possible. When winds hit tropical storm force, shelter doors will close and no one will be allowed in or out. The Charlotte County Utilities Department is urging low-pressure sewer customers to limit water usage during a power outage. In the event of a power loss, the county says low-pressure sewer pumps will not function. The home’s wastewater will remain onsite within the interceptor tank and cannot enter the central sewer system. The onsite tank has a reserve capacity that will allow for limited water use during the outage. For Hurricane Ian information, call the Charlotte County EOC at (941) 833-4000 As of Monday evening, approximately 40,000 are evacuating the area seen in red on the above map. WINK News spoke with Carrie Cessna, one of those 40,000 people living in an evacuation zone. Submit Copyright ©2025 Fort Myers Broadcasting. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed without prior written consent.