Florida deputies who fatally shot US airman burst into wrong apartment, attorney saysA hotter day ahead with “feels like” temperatures as high as 100°
Florida deputies who fatally shot US airman burst into wrong apartment, attorney says Deputies responding to a disturbance call at a Florida apartment complex burst into the wrong unit and fatally shot a Black U.S. Air Force airman who was home alone when they saw he was armed with a gun, an attorney for the man’s family said Wednesday.
The Weather Authority A hotter day ahead with “feels like” temperatures as high as 100° The Weather Authority is tracking a muggy Thursday morning, with afternoon temperatures expected to climb into the lower to mid-90s.
CAPE CORAL The City of Cape Coral announces it has met the FEMA deadline related to flood insurance discount The City of Cape Coral announces that it has met all of the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s guidelines regarding the flood insurance discount rate.
Teachers union reaches contract agreement with Lee County School District The Lee County Teachers Union said it has reached an agreement with the district regarding teacher contracts for the next school year.
BABCOCK RANCH Family and friends remember teen killed in SR-31 crash Many of Hughes’ coworkers decided to skip their shifts Wednesday night and attend his funeral.
FORT MYERS Officers searching for alleged Racetrac arsonist The Fort Myers Police Department has confirmed an early morning fire at a gas station was arson.
CAPE CORAL What we know about man accused of flushing ex-girlfriend’s fish down the toilet Bret Dahl is accused of breaking into his ex-girlfriend’s house, assaulting her, breaking things and flushing her fish named Bean down the toilet.
FORT MYERS Pushing for changes at Lee County Domestic Animal Services The Lee County Domestic Animal Services is responding to a letter listing concerns and allegations at the shelter.
Miracle Moment: Kinsley Vitiello Three-year-old Kinsley Vitiello loves to play dolls and dance her heart out with her big sister Aubrey.
CAPE CORAL Low canals and dried-up wells: Why does Cape Coral keep building? In a city with more canals than Venice, Waterfront living isn’t hard to find.
BONITA SPRINGS Students turn old treasure into gems for Mother’s Day An array of fine gems and jewels all for a mother’s heart. With Mother’s Day quickly approaching, one Bonita Springs marketing company is helping students think outside the box.
FORT MYERS BEACH Woman sees potentially suspicious charge on her account after parking at Fort Myers Beach Jennifer parked in the parking lot across from Lynn Hall Memorial Park, paid with a QR code and went to visit friends for lunch.
NORTH FORT MYERS North Fort Myers DL balancing spring practice and shot put regionals North Fort Myers defensive lineman James Johnson is balancing spring football practice and going for a regional title in the shot put.
IMMOKALEE Training day for Folds of Honor donors and special guests On Wednesday, high-ranking veterans of the navy seals and other special operations conducted six different training scenarios.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Non-profit makes teddy bears for families of fallen officers Having a loved one in law enforcement means there is always a fear that they may not come home.
Florida deputies who fatally shot US airman burst into wrong apartment, attorney says Deputies responding to a disturbance call at a Florida apartment complex burst into the wrong unit and fatally shot a Black U.S. Air Force airman who was home alone when they saw he was armed with a gun, an attorney for the man’s family said Wednesday.
The Weather Authority A hotter day ahead with “feels like” temperatures as high as 100° The Weather Authority is tracking a muggy Thursday morning, with afternoon temperatures expected to climb into the lower to mid-90s.
CAPE CORAL The City of Cape Coral announces it has met the FEMA deadline related to flood insurance discount The City of Cape Coral announces that it has met all of the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s guidelines regarding the flood insurance discount rate.
Teachers union reaches contract agreement with Lee County School District The Lee County Teachers Union said it has reached an agreement with the district regarding teacher contracts for the next school year.
BABCOCK RANCH Family and friends remember teen killed in SR-31 crash Many of Hughes’ coworkers decided to skip their shifts Wednesday night and attend his funeral.
FORT MYERS Officers searching for alleged Racetrac arsonist The Fort Myers Police Department has confirmed an early morning fire at a gas station was arson.
CAPE CORAL What we know about man accused of flushing ex-girlfriend’s fish down the toilet Bret Dahl is accused of breaking into his ex-girlfriend’s house, assaulting her, breaking things and flushing her fish named Bean down the toilet.
FORT MYERS Pushing for changes at Lee County Domestic Animal Services The Lee County Domestic Animal Services is responding to a letter listing concerns and allegations at the shelter.
Miracle Moment: Kinsley Vitiello Three-year-old Kinsley Vitiello loves to play dolls and dance her heart out with her big sister Aubrey.
CAPE CORAL Low canals and dried-up wells: Why does Cape Coral keep building? In a city with more canals than Venice, Waterfront living isn’t hard to find.
BONITA SPRINGS Students turn old treasure into gems for Mother’s Day An array of fine gems and jewels all for a mother’s heart. With Mother’s Day quickly approaching, one Bonita Springs marketing company is helping students think outside the box.
FORT MYERS BEACH Woman sees potentially suspicious charge on her account after parking at Fort Myers Beach Jennifer parked in the parking lot across from Lynn Hall Memorial Park, paid with a QR code and went to visit friends for lunch.
NORTH FORT MYERS North Fort Myers DL balancing spring practice and shot put regionals North Fort Myers defensive lineman James Johnson is balancing spring football practice and going for a regional title in the shot put.
IMMOKALEE Training day for Folds of Honor donors and special guests On Wednesday, high-ranking veterans of the navy seals and other special operations conducted six different training scenarios.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Non-profit makes teddy bears for families of fallen officers Having a loved one in law enforcement means there is always a fear that they may not come home.
The U.S. Coast Guard has officially suspended the search for the four missing boaters as of 8 p.m. Monday. The men’s relatives have been notified, according to the Venice Police Department. However, the search could begin again if new evidence comes out. The missing boaters were identified as Angel Hernandez Munoz, 38, of North Port; Ruben Mora Sr., 54, of Port Charlotte; Julio Cesar Cordero Briones, 37, of North Port; and Vargas Parra, 35, of North Port. Mora’s son was at the boat ramp Monday afternoon. “This was unexpected. I adore both my parents, and just the thought of not having him here and not knowing where he’s at — if he’s cold, if he’s alone, if he’s alive — there’s a lot to bear. Just trying to be hopeful, as hopeful as possible,” said a distraught Ruben Mora, Jr. He also shared photos of his father with WINK News reporter Jolena Esperto. CREDIT: Ruben Mora Jr. Exactly one week before he went missing, he laid his youngest son, Roy Mora, to rest. “It’s overwhelming. It’s a lot. Our family has been hit pretty hard, and we’ve been tested, and we’re trying to be here for each other, be strong for each other,” Mora Jr. said. The men took out the boat at approximately 8 a.m. Saturday, and it is a 1995 23-foot white SportCraft with registration FL9937HC. During a press conference Monday, Venice Police said they were dispatched to the marina at Venice Inlet on Sunday morning around 8 a.m. when the men did not return from their fishing trip. The men’s truck and boat trailer were still in the parking lot. Several agencies took part in the search for the missing boaters. They include the following: U.S. Coast Guard Manatee Sheriff’s Office Sarasota Sheriff’s Office Sarasota Police Department Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission Venice Fire and Rescue Lee County Sheriff’s Office Sea Tow of Venice “As a cold front pushed through on Saturday, we saw increased winds and seas, persisting through Sunday,” explained the Weather Authority Meteorologist Lauren Kreidler. “Sea fog developed off the coast of Southwest Florida on Saturday afternoon before lifting in the early evening hours.” The search area for the missing boaters expanded and ran from Longboat Pass in Manatee County south down to Collier County. “The Coast Guard proceeded to shift their search to the south due to the change in wind direction as the front continued to push its way to the south,” added Kreidler. The Coast Guard handled 10 miles offshore to 80 nautical miles offshore. The other agencies assisted from the shoreline to 10 miles out. The agencies are utilizing boats, planes and helicopters. Boaters out on the water are asked to stay vigilant and report anything relevant to Venice Police Detective Courtney Zak at 941-486-2444 or czak@venicefl.gov. Boaters can also use radio Channel 16 VHF.