LCSO: Lehigh Acres shooting investigation underwayRock for Equality: SWFL non-profit hosts benefit concert for Palestine
lehigh acres LCSO: Lehigh Acres shooting investigation underway The Lee County Sheriff’s Office responded to a shooting in Lehigh Acres early Saturday morning.
Rock for Equality: SWFL non-profit hosts benefit concert for Palestine A Southwest Florida non-profit hosted a benefit concert on Friday night to help with humanitarian aid in Palestine.
Warm, breezy Saturday with a few showers possible The Weather Authority is forecasting a breezy, warm weekend in store across Southwest Florida, with the chance of a few showers, particularly on Saturday.
CAPE CORAL Active investigation underway in South Cape Coral Cape Coral police are investigating at a home on Southwest 49th Terrace in South Cape Coral early Saturday morning.
16 transported after 2 airboats crash in Collier County According to the Collier County Sheriff’s Office, two airboats crashed south of U.S. 41 east between mile markers 74 and 75, leaving well over a dozen people injured.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA New bill filed: Auto shop and law enforcement must work together to solve hit-and-run crashes There could be new detectives on the block, located in your nearest auto shop. A new state bill aims at trying to stop hit-and-run drivers from getting away.
CAPE CORAL New leash on life; Cape Coral shelter dog beats cancer with drug being tested for humans A drug now being studied in human trials to kill cancerous tumors, is already approved and helping animals.
CAPE CORAL City of Cape Coral planning a new interchange with I-75 The city of Cape Coral is in the early stages of planning a new interchange with I-75, an idea that has been discussed for more than a decade.
Tracking invasive species after hurricanes Hurricanes Helene and Milton didn’t just bring wind and rain, they brought new threats to southwest Florida’s ecosystem.
PUNTA GORDA Woman in Punta Gorda shooting charged with 2nd degree murder A woman in a homicide investigation on Nasturtium Drive in Punta Gorda has been charged with 2nd-degree murder.
Lee County mother continuing fight to get children a bus stop The school district already told her she lives too close to the school to qualify for a bus route but she has not given up.
NORTH NAPLES Grant Thornton Invitational returns to Tiburon Golf Club Stars on the PGA and LPGA Tours are back in Southwest Florida for the Grant Thornton Invitational at Tiburon Golf Club.
FORT MYERS Black Flag brings classic punk energy to The Ranch in Fort Myers Legendary punk band Black Flag made their mark in Southwest Florida during the Fort Myers stop of their “First Four Years” tour.
Charlotte Technical College breaks ground on aviation facility The Charlotte County School District is flying high and keeping its “Space Academy” designation with a new aviation training facility for students.
CAPE CORAL Man arrested in connection with Cape Coral home invasion The Cape Coral Police Department has announced the arrest of one of three men suspected in a home invasion that took place earlier this month.
lehigh acres LCSO: Lehigh Acres shooting investigation underway The Lee County Sheriff’s Office responded to a shooting in Lehigh Acres early Saturday morning.
Rock for Equality: SWFL non-profit hosts benefit concert for Palestine A Southwest Florida non-profit hosted a benefit concert on Friday night to help with humanitarian aid in Palestine.
Warm, breezy Saturday with a few showers possible The Weather Authority is forecasting a breezy, warm weekend in store across Southwest Florida, with the chance of a few showers, particularly on Saturday.
CAPE CORAL Active investigation underway in South Cape Coral Cape Coral police are investigating at a home on Southwest 49th Terrace in South Cape Coral early Saturday morning.
16 transported after 2 airboats crash in Collier County According to the Collier County Sheriff’s Office, two airboats crashed south of U.S. 41 east between mile markers 74 and 75, leaving well over a dozen people injured.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA New bill filed: Auto shop and law enforcement must work together to solve hit-and-run crashes There could be new detectives on the block, located in your nearest auto shop. A new state bill aims at trying to stop hit-and-run drivers from getting away.
CAPE CORAL New leash on life; Cape Coral shelter dog beats cancer with drug being tested for humans A drug now being studied in human trials to kill cancerous tumors, is already approved and helping animals.
CAPE CORAL City of Cape Coral planning a new interchange with I-75 The city of Cape Coral is in the early stages of planning a new interchange with I-75, an idea that has been discussed for more than a decade.
Tracking invasive species after hurricanes Hurricanes Helene and Milton didn’t just bring wind and rain, they brought new threats to southwest Florida’s ecosystem.
PUNTA GORDA Woman in Punta Gorda shooting charged with 2nd degree murder A woman in a homicide investigation on Nasturtium Drive in Punta Gorda has been charged with 2nd-degree murder.
Lee County mother continuing fight to get children a bus stop The school district already told her she lives too close to the school to qualify for a bus route but she has not given up.
NORTH NAPLES Grant Thornton Invitational returns to Tiburon Golf Club Stars on the PGA and LPGA Tours are back in Southwest Florida for the Grant Thornton Invitational at Tiburon Golf Club.
FORT MYERS Black Flag brings classic punk energy to The Ranch in Fort Myers Legendary punk band Black Flag made their mark in Southwest Florida during the Fort Myers stop of their “First Four Years” tour.
Charlotte Technical College breaks ground on aviation facility The Charlotte County School District is flying high and keeping its “Space Academy” designation with a new aviation training facility for students.
CAPE CORAL Man arrested in connection with Cape Coral home invasion The Cape Coral Police Department has announced the arrest of one of three men suspected in a home invasion that took place earlier this month.
Members of the Lee County School Board (CREDIT: Lee School TV) Three of the seven seats on the Lee County School Board were up for grabs Tuesday night in the election. Incumbent Melisa Giovanelli defeated Carol Frantz in the District 2 race. Bill Ribble is leading Kaitlyn Schoffel in the District 3 race. Ribble is up 50.3% to 49.7% with all precincts reporting. The race is too close to be called and is awaiting provisional ballots. Ribble declined an interview with WINK however Schoeffel spoke with WINK News Reporter Amy Galo. Schoeffel said she was inspired by how tight the race is. “I want this to be a message for all of the people in Lee County that your vote 1,000% does matter,” said Schoeffel. “It does make a difference, because it came down to just such a few amount of votes to, you know, determine this election.” Vanessa Melbis Chaviano, Sheridan Chester and Joshua Molandes are battling for District 7. In order to win the race a candidate needed 50% plus one vote, that didn’t happen. Chaviano received just over 47% of votes while Chester received just over 31% of votes. So both Chester and Chaviano now move onto the general election in November. Chaviano said she’s ready. “We’ve been knocking on doors and coming out,” said Chaviano. “It’s a district-wide race. It’s a hard race, That’s a lot of doors to knock. So just getting more volunteers and more feet on the ground to help hit those doors throughout the county, you get the name out there and just continue on that strategy.” Chester also said she’s ready. “I’m again blessed by people who believed in me enough to put me in this position this evening. Thank you,” said Chester. “Really, that’s that’s where I feel, feel this right now. It’s just gratitude, humility, determination to do the best possible job that I can.” Governor Ron DeSantis has endorsed three candidates for the three open seats. Those candidates are incumbent Melisa Giovanelli, former Estero Mayor Bill Ribble, and former educator Vanessa Chaviano. Back in 2022, DeSantis endorsed Armor Persons and Sam Fisher. Both won their respective elections. This time around, voters think it could have some weight too. Ray Wallace is a voter and he said an endorsement from DeSantis could influence voters. “I think it would sway voters a little bit,” said Wallace. “I think there are voters that really like Ron DeSantis, our current Governor, and I think they regard him and his opinion very highly. Everyone should come out and vote today in the primary, whether you’re a Republican or a Democrat so you can only vote for your side, but at least you can pick the best version of your side.” Several voters made their way out because they know a vote can lead to a change. Terry Rohrman is a Fort Myers resident and she said that testing is important. “I think there’s a lot of testing. I know that testing is important, but I also think kids should have more active learning,” said Rohrman. While this is a non-partisan race, it’s no stranger to politics. Nishani Karunamuni is a Fort Myers resident and she had her decision in the election affected by an endorsement. “I did see that Carol Frantz was endorsed by the Black Caucus, and that definitely did impact my vote,” said Karunamuni. Stay tuned to WINKNews.com, WINK News App, streaming, and on-air for any new developments on this story.