Sugarshack Downtown music venue goes live in Bonita SpringsFoxtail Coffee Co., Eagle Specialty Coffee open in Cape Coral
Sugarshack Downtown music venue goes live in Bonita Springs Following a series of private invitation-only events, the live music venue with a full-service restaurant and bars launches to the general public Jan. 31 across Old 41 Road from the city’s Riverside Park bandshell. A grand opening celebration is planned in early February.
Foxtail Coffee Co., Eagle Specialty Coffee open in Cape Coral The two coffee shops are almost identical in size, shape and layout. Both rely on drive-thru windows for more than half their business. Both are located off Pine Island Road in Cape Coral, and both are part of relatively small companies when compared to the behemoth that’s located roughly halfway between them.
Jury selection begins for Charlotte County teen accused of murdering his mother Jury selection begins for the 17-year-old accused of killing his mother, who could spend the rest of his life in prison if convicted.
PUNTA GORDA Quarterly auction to benefit Sgt. Elio Diaz in Punta Gorda There will be a quarterly auction in Punta Gorda to benefit Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Sgt. Elio Diaz, who died last year while conducting a traffic stop.
Charlotte deputies searching for armed suspect on the run The hunt is on for a suspect who fled from Charlotte County deputies when they went to arrest him on a Sarasota warrant on Sunday.
FORT MYERS Lee Health holds groundbreaking ceremony in Fort Myers Lee Health is expanding its reach and holding an event for a groundbreaking ceremony for its new Fort Myers campus.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers City Council to review 2 historic development projects The Fort Myers City Council is set to meet and discuss the development of two historic sites.
cape coral Cape Coral man accused of DUI, fleeing from police The Cape Coral Police Department has arrested a man accused of DUI while fleeing from law enforcement.
Firstborn member of SWFL eagle family dies in nest The Southwest Florida Eagle Cam announced that E24, the firstborn of the eagle family, has died.
LEHIGH ACRES Lee County offers discounted dog adoptions for Valentine’s Day Lee County Domestic Animal Services is inviting the public to celebrate Yappy Valentine’s Day by offering reduced adoption fees for adult dogs.
LEHIGH ACRES 2 men wanted for Lehigh Acres 7-Eleven robbery Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers is seeking information on two men wanted for a Lehigh Acres 7-Eleven robbery.
the weather authority Big warm up this Monday with highs in the 70s The Weather Authority is tracking warmer weather as Southwest Florida can expect plenty of sunshine this Monday afternoon.
Man suspected of fatal domestic shooting incident in Charlotte County The Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a fatal domestic shooting incident on Holtville Avenue in South Gulf Cove.
Web Exclusive: Rachel Cox-Rosen’s Construction Heads Up As construction may dampen your commute, WINK News traffic anchor Rachel Cox Rosen knows the best way to traverse the roadways in this web-exclusive feature.
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.
Sugarshack Downtown music venue goes live in Bonita Springs Following a series of private invitation-only events, the live music venue with a full-service restaurant and bars launches to the general public Jan. 31 across Old 41 Road from the city’s Riverside Park bandshell. A grand opening celebration is planned in early February.
Foxtail Coffee Co., Eagle Specialty Coffee open in Cape Coral The two coffee shops are almost identical in size, shape and layout. Both rely on drive-thru windows for more than half their business. Both are located off Pine Island Road in Cape Coral, and both are part of relatively small companies when compared to the behemoth that’s located roughly halfway between them.
Jury selection begins for Charlotte County teen accused of murdering his mother Jury selection begins for the 17-year-old accused of killing his mother, who could spend the rest of his life in prison if convicted.
PUNTA GORDA Quarterly auction to benefit Sgt. Elio Diaz in Punta Gorda There will be a quarterly auction in Punta Gorda to benefit Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Sgt. Elio Diaz, who died last year while conducting a traffic stop.
Charlotte deputies searching for armed suspect on the run The hunt is on for a suspect who fled from Charlotte County deputies when they went to arrest him on a Sarasota warrant on Sunday.
FORT MYERS Lee Health holds groundbreaking ceremony in Fort Myers Lee Health is expanding its reach and holding an event for a groundbreaking ceremony for its new Fort Myers campus.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers City Council to review 2 historic development projects The Fort Myers City Council is set to meet and discuss the development of two historic sites.
cape coral Cape Coral man accused of DUI, fleeing from police The Cape Coral Police Department has arrested a man accused of DUI while fleeing from law enforcement.
Firstborn member of SWFL eagle family dies in nest The Southwest Florida Eagle Cam announced that E24, the firstborn of the eagle family, has died.
LEHIGH ACRES Lee County offers discounted dog adoptions for Valentine’s Day Lee County Domestic Animal Services is inviting the public to celebrate Yappy Valentine’s Day by offering reduced adoption fees for adult dogs.
LEHIGH ACRES 2 men wanted for Lehigh Acres 7-Eleven robbery Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers is seeking information on two men wanted for a Lehigh Acres 7-Eleven robbery.
the weather authority Big warm up this Monday with highs in the 70s The Weather Authority is tracking warmer weather as Southwest Florida can expect plenty of sunshine this Monday afternoon.
Man suspected of fatal domestic shooting incident in Charlotte County The Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a fatal domestic shooting incident on Holtville Avenue in South Gulf Cove.
Web Exclusive: Rachel Cox-Rosen’s Construction Heads Up As construction may dampen your commute, WINK News traffic anchor Rachel Cox Rosen knows the best way to traverse the roadways in this web-exclusive feature.
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.
This week’s segment of WINK Neighborhood Watch features a gun possessed by a person with felony convictions, a Kate Spade thief and a man arrested for causing a crash that killed a man on Alligator Alley. Melina Ariel Maldonado Credit: The Lee County Sheriff’s Office Fort Myers woman pleaded guilty to possessing a loaded firearm and ammunition as a person with felony convictions. According to the State Attorney’s Office, 28-year-old Melina Ariel Maldonado faces a maximum penalty of 15 years in federal prison. According to court documents, on September 4, 2024, the Lee County Sheriff’s Office conducted a traffic stop of Maldonado, who had active felony arrest warrants. Deputies located a loaded pistol under Maldonado’s seat, and she told deputies the pistol belonged to her. Maldonado has previously been convicted of armed robbery and possession of a controlled substance without a prescription. As a person with felony convictions, Maldonado is prohibited under federal law from possessing a firearm or ammunition. A sentencing date has not yet been set. RELATED: Fort Myers woman pleads guilty to possessing loaded firearm as person with felony convictions A Cape Coral woman has been arrested for grand theft after she was allegedly caught shoplifting at a Kate Spade store in Estero on camera. According to the Lee County Sheriff’s Office, 44-year-old Shanna Ball was arrested after she reportedly stole over $900 worth of merchandise. According to detectives, on Oct. 2, Ball entered the Kate Spade store in Miramar Outlets carrying several large bags. The store manager recognized Ball from previous interactions and approached her, asking if she needed help. Ball refused help and walked towards another display, where she put the merchandise inside one of her bags. Ball continued walking around and stopped by the jewelry display, selecting a coupleof items and putting them inside her bag as well. The manager approached Ball, where they interacted briefly. Ball stayed in the store for approximately one hour and attempted to return a couple of items but could not provide proof of purchase. Ball then left the store without attempting to pay for the merchandise she put inside her bags. According to the Manager of the Kate Spade, the store has filed a report on Ball in the past for shoplifting. The total price of merchandise stolen was valued at $942. Ball has been charged with grand theft of less than $5,000. RELATED: Caught on Camera: Woman accused of stealing from Kate Spade outlet Darian Camacho. Credit: Collier County Sheriff’s Office Darian Camacho was arrested for killing a man after a crash and driving without a license. He also caused a backup on Interstate 75, near mile marker 72 on Alligator Alley. According to the arrest report, a man told troopers he got a minivan from a pastor but did not get permission to take it out because he left in the middle of the night. RELATED: Man tells troopers he fell asleep before fatal Alligator Alley crash at mile marker 72 He said he was on his way to Tampa to escape people attacking him in Miami. He said he hadn’t slept that night. His story changed depending on whether he took a nap at rest stops or just splashed water on his face. He then woke up after already crashing into cable knitting and into the victim, identified as Juan Reyes Garcia. He didn’t have a phone to call 911, so according to the report, a man in a pickup truck did. The driver of that truck is a Miami firefighter. Dennis Avila was on his way home from work when he drove past this scene and noticed people were frantic. He said when he walked up to check on Reyes Garcia after the crash, he already had no pulse. He spoke with the driver, Darian Camacho, who told him he was okay but had fallen asleep. He spoke with the victim’s coworkers and friends after the crash. He said it was a tough conversation to have. Avila said that Reyes-Garcia’s friends were emotional after the crash. “I tried to check him out,” said Avila. “They were a little excited about the whole incident. His very best friend said that he had known him for 16 years, and he was crying and he was very emotional. He came up to me, and he said, is he dead? And I said, I said, yeah, he is.” Darian Camacho had his first court appearance on Wednesday. The judge ruled he would be held on no bond for driving without ever having a valid U.S. license and causing death. Avila said this is a sad part of his day-to-day reality. He is used to responding to crashes like this on the job, so naturally, he pulled over to help. Camacho remains at the Collier County Jail. He also has an immigration hold. RELATED: Latest details on fatal Alligator Alley crash; 1 killed