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.
The family of fallen Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Sgt. Elio Diaz is breaking their silence. Diaz’s widow, Yesenia Gonzalez, wrote a letter to the community expressing her gratitude for the support everyone has shown their family. “While no words or actions can ever bring back my beloved husband, Sergeant Elio Diaz, I am eternally blessed to have such a strong ‘village’ around me,” she wrote in a letter provided to WINK News by her daughter Nayleshka Luna. RELATED: Off-duty officers hold fundraisers for fallen Charlotte County sergeant RELATED: Local barbershop to hold fundraiser for fallen Charlotte County Sergeant RELATED: Emotional memorial for fallen Charlotte County sergeant On Dec. 15, at around 3 p.m., Diaz pulled over Andrew “AJ” Mostyn regarding a traffic infraction. They pulled into a gas station in Charlotte Harbor, where Diaz discovered that Mostyn was driving without insurance and a suspended license. Diaz attempted to assist Mostyn, who had turned out to be living out of his car. Diaz called Mostyn’s insurance provider to prevent his pickup truck from being repossessed. At around 4 p.m., Diaz approached Mostyn to talk to him. Before the conversation even started, Mostyn pulled a rifle from his passenger seat and shot at Diaz 10 times. Read the full statement below: Dear Community, On behalf of the Diaz family, I would like to extend my deepest and most sincere gratitude for the outpouring of love and kindness we have received during this incredibly difficult time.The support we have felt from both our local community and from across the nation has been overwhelming, and we are truly thankful for every letter, message, event, and fundraiser organized in our honor. While no words or actions can ever bring back my beloved husband, Sergeant Elio Diaz, I am eternally blessed to have such a strong “village” around me. My heart aches with a pain I can’t fully describe, but I find comfort in knowing that many of you share in our sorrow. My husband, our hero, left us far too soon, and I will forever be grateful to all of you who have offered your compassion and solidarity. It breaks my heart that Elio left this world without saying one last “I love you” I miss his constant phone calls throughout the day. He would always check on me, on our children, with a brief but loving “See you later, baby.” Every hug and every tear reminds me that he is with us, and his spirit will continue to be our guiding force. Elio always referred to his career at the Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office as family, and he was never wrong in doing so. I am proud to say that you, his brothers and sisters in blue, have and always will be part of our extended family. Your support has meant everything to us. Thank you for ensuring that my son had a wonderful Christmas, even though it was incredibly hard for all of us. Watching him open his presents brought both joy and sorrow to my heart, but knowing that Elio’s legacy continues to touch so many lives gives me strength. To Sheriff Prummell, to every deputy, and to all of the law enforcement personnel who have shown us support nationwide—your dedication to serving the community is a testament to the love and commitment Elio had for his own. I will always hold each of you in my highest regard. Elio was a man who never said “no” or “maybe later” when it came to helping others. He was always present, always giving his best, and his memory will live on in the hearts of all who knew him. From the bottom of my heart, thank you for standing with us during this time of loss. We will forever be grateful. With deepest thanks,The Diaz Family