PUNTA GORDA Crews participate in airplane fire training in Charlotte County Different crews went to Charlotte County to take part in airplane fire training, which is part of a three-day event that helps firefighters prepare for any situation.
Cancer screening with blood test Cancer affects everyone. Either you’ve battled it personally, know someone who has, or have lost a loved one to the disease.
Deputy-involved shooting in Charlotte County neighborhood There is a heavy presence of law enforcement in a residential Charlotte County neighborhood after a deputy-involved shooting.
PUNTA GORDA FEMA goes door-to-door to help storm victims FEMA lends a hand and offers direction to those in storm-damaged areas.
PORT CHARLOTTE Charlotte County man wins $1 million from $5 scratch-off purchased at Winn Dixie A Charlotte County man has won the top prize from a $5 scratch-off.
Popular Manasota Key restaurants to host reopening, fundraisers this week Jill and Scott Hemmes are back in business. On Oct. 24, they’ll host a soft opening for The Waverly Restaurant & Bar, 2095 N. Beach Road on Manasota Key in Charlotte County, after hurricanes Helene and Milton caused extensive damage to the structure.
FORT MYERS Gulf Coast Symphony to host ‘Music of Harry Potter’ event Muggles, get ready to experience the music of Harry Potter, which is coming to the Music and Arts Community Center in Fort Myers.
Amendment 4: Right to abortion Amendment 4 could be called the most controversial issue Florida voters face: When women in our state can have an abortion.
CAPE CORAL Player of the Week: Cape Coral’s lights-out defense Cape Coral’s defense has proved to be one of southwest Florida’s best this football season, holding opponents to an average of 9.8 PPG.
Miracle Moment: A girl’s courageous battle with cancer A local diner is serving more than pancakes as a local community has banded together to help a teenager battle cancer.
No increased risk of illness in Collier beaches after Hurricane Milton The Collier County Department of Health has deemed all beaches have no increased risk of illness following Hurricane Milton.
PORT CHARLOTTE More drug charges for man accused of shooting in his Charlotte County home The Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office has added even more narcotics charges against a man accused of shooting into his home during a domestic dispute.
CAPE CORAL Victim of attempted Cape Coral burglary speaks The Cape Coral Police Department is responding to a scene located at Southwest 45th Street and Pelican Boulevard.
The Weather Authority Warm afternoon with stray showers possible inland The Weather Authority is tracking a warmer Wednesday afternoon with a chance for stray showers, primarily inland.
SANIBEL Lee County parents push for clarity on school reopenings post-Milton Parents are demanding answers from the Lee County School District. It’s still not clear when students will return to Sanibel School or Fort Myers Beach Elementary after facing Hurricane Milton.
PUNTA GORDA Crews participate in airplane fire training in Charlotte County Different crews went to Charlotte County to take part in airplane fire training, which is part of a three-day event that helps firefighters prepare for any situation.
Cancer screening with blood test Cancer affects everyone. Either you’ve battled it personally, know someone who has, or have lost a loved one to the disease.
Deputy-involved shooting in Charlotte County neighborhood There is a heavy presence of law enforcement in a residential Charlotte County neighborhood after a deputy-involved shooting.
PUNTA GORDA FEMA goes door-to-door to help storm victims FEMA lends a hand and offers direction to those in storm-damaged areas.
PORT CHARLOTTE Charlotte County man wins $1 million from $5 scratch-off purchased at Winn Dixie A Charlotte County man has won the top prize from a $5 scratch-off.
Popular Manasota Key restaurants to host reopening, fundraisers this week Jill and Scott Hemmes are back in business. On Oct. 24, they’ll host a soft opening for The Waverly Restaurant & Bar, 2095 N. Beach Road on Manasota Key in Charlotte County, after hurricanes Helene and Milton caused extensive damage to the structure.
FORT MYERS Gulf Coast Symphony to host ‘Music of Harry Potter’ event Muggles, get ready to experience the music of Harry Potter, which is coming to the Music and Arts Community Center in Fort Myers.
Amendment 4: Right to abortion Amendment 4 could be called the most controversial issue Florida voters face: When women in our state can have an abortion.
CAPE CORAL Player of the Week: Cape Coral’s lights-out defense Cape Coral’s defense has proved to be one of southwest Florida’s best this football season, holding opponents to an average of 9.8 PPG.
Miracle Moment: A girl’s courageous battle with cancer A local diner is serving more than pancakes as a local community has banded together to help a teenager battle cancer.
No increased risk of illness in Collier beaches after Hurricane Milton The Collier County Department of Health has deemed all beaches have no increased risk of illness following Hurricane Milton.
PORT CHARLOTTE More drug charges for man accused of shooting in his Charlotte County home The Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office has added even more narcotics charges against a man accused of shooting into his home during a domestic dispute.
CAPE CORAL Victim of attempted Cape Coral burglary speaks The Cape Coral Police Department is responding to a scene located at Southwest 45th Street and Pelican Boulevard.
The Weather Authority Warm afternoon with stray showers possible inland The Weather Authority is tracking a warmer Wednesday afternoon with a chance for stray showers, primarily inland.
SANIBEL Lee County parents push for clarity on school reopenings post-Milton Parents are demanding answers from the Lee County School District. It’s still not clear when students will return to Sanibel School or Fort Myers Beach Elementary after facing Hurricane Milton.
The Cape Coral Police Department responded to a home invasion located at Southwest 45th Street and Pelican Boulevard. Early reports of the scene called for K-9 units, the Cape Coral Police Forensics Team and a helicopter to be deployed in the area. WINK News arrived on the scene to gather more information and learned a son and his mother were inside the home when the break-in happened. The mother, who did not speak on camera, told WINK News she had seen someone breaking into the side garage door. The intruder allegedly used a tool to cut through the screen door to break into the home. The door to the home was locked, and the son said he only noticed some detergent pods were missing. The mother used a flashlight, catching the suspect before they fled the scene. The son told WINK News that he overheard police attempting to apprehend the culprit; however, they evaded law enforcement. The son noted he wasn’t sure if the suspect had been caught. When asked about the investigation, CCPD could not provide any information at this time. The forensics team was seen removing evidence from the home within the neighborhood. Officers were seen examining a vehicle in the home’s driveway while taking photos of the surrounding area. An officer took a bicycle and placed it inside one of their cruisers. The significance has yet to be determined. At 6:26 a.m., the scene had been cleared, but the investigation continues. Stay tuned to WINKNews.com, WINK News App, streaming, and on air for any new developments on this story.