3 law officers killed, 5 others wounded trying to serve warrant in North Carolina, authorities sayMultiple units fighting structure fire in Cape Coral
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) 3 law officers killed, 5 others wounded trying to serve warrant in North Carolina, authorities say Three law enforcement officers serving a warrant for a felon wanted for possessing a firearm were killed and five other officers were wounded Monday in a shootout at a Charlotte, North Carolina, home, police said.
CAPE CORAL Multiple units fighting structure fire in Cape Coral Several fire rescue trucks are responding to a structure fire at a commercial building in Cape Coral.
NORTH FORT MYERS North Fort Myers residents concerned over abandoned boat A day out in the water turned into an alarming discovery for one North Fort Myers family.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers first responders stress safety after rollover crash Fort Myers fire department officials are pointing to safety and awareness following a recent rollover crash on Palm Beach Blvd. and Oasis Way.
NAPLES FSU pitcher Jacob Marlowe’s determined heart is on the mound Former Barron Collier ace, now FSU pitcher Jacob Marlowe is recovering from two open heart surgeries in five days.
Contrasting Lee, Collier and Charlotte homicide rates to nationwide numbers The Wall Street Journal says nationwide homicide rates have dropped by 20% compared to the numbers from 2023.
New program to make life more manageable for Parkinson’s patients A new program, backed by research, was created using the power of spin cycling to redefine the fight against Parkinson’s.
Medicaid class action gets go-ahead A federal judge has cleared the way for a class-action lawsuit that alleges Florida did not properly inform people before dropping them from the Medicaid program after a COVID-19 public health emergency ended.
FORT MYERS New downtown Fort Myers parking options coming soon Two new spots are coming for you to park on nights and weekends in downtown Fort Myers, but you’ll still have to pay.
LEHIGH ACRES Caught on Camera: Family ‘sucker-punched’ in Lehigh Acres brawl A woman is speaking out about a conflict she was involved in at Barefoot Lake.
Miracle Moment: Christina Soriero Doctors diagnosed 22-year-old Christina Soriero with non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma when she was just 18. A time in her life when the only thing she should have been dealing with was senioritis and getting ready for life after high school.
DeSantis signs bill impacting new mothers and jury duty Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has signed a bill that will impact new mothers and their eligibility to serve on jury duty.
Genesis of Naples breaking ground on new car dealership A genesis—or new beginning—is under way for Genesis of Naples. The local franchise plans to break ground this summer on a new and expanded luxury auto dealership in North Naples.
Emails show beginnings, contradictions of South Seas resort amendment South Seas resort ownership group’s engineer proposed a land-use amendment for Lee County’s government at least six months before the first public discussions and at least seven weeks before the county’s official timeline began, emails between the resort’s representatives and county show.
CAPE CORAL 13-year-old arrested for allegedly getting involved in hit-and-run with stolen car, fleeing from Cape Coral police A teen was arrested on multiple charges after allegedly getting involved in a hit-and-run with a stolen car and then fleeing from police.
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) 3 law officers killed, 5 others wounded trying to serve warrant in North Carolina, authorities say Three law enforcement officers serving a warrant for a felon wanted for possessing a firearm were killed and five other officers were wounded Monday in a shootout at a Charlotte, North Carolina, home, police said.
CAPE CORAL Multiple units fighting structure fire in Cape Coral Several fire rescue trucks are responding to a structure fire at a commercial building in Cape Coral.
NORTH FORT MYERS North Fort Myers residents concerned over abandoned boat A day out in the water turned into an alarming discovery for one North Fort Myers family.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers first responders stress safety after rollover crash Fort Myers fire department officials are pointing to safety and awareness following a recent rollover crash on Palm Beach Blvd. and Oasis Way.
NAPLES FSU pitcher Jacob Marlowe’s determined heart is on the mound Former Barron Collier ace, now FSU pitcher Jacob Marlowe is recovering from two open heart surgeries in five days.
Contrasting Lee, Collier and Charlotte homicide rates to nationwide numbers The Wall Street Journal says nationwide homicide rates have dropped by 20% compared to the numbers from 2023.
New program to make life more manageable for Parkinson’s patients A new program, backed by research, was created using the power of spin cycling to redefine the fight against Parkinson’s.
Medicaid class action gets go-ahead A federal judge has cleared the way for a class-action lawsuit that alleges Florida did not properly inform people before dropping them from the Medicaid program after a COVID-19 public health emergency ended.
FORT MYERS New downtown Fort Myers parking options coming soon Two new spots are coming for you to park on nights and weekends in downtown Fort Myers, but you’ll still have to pay.
LEHIGH ACRES Caught on Camera: Family ‘sucker-punched’ in Lehigh Acres brawl A woman is speaking out about a conflict she was involved in at Barefoot Lake.
Miracle Moment: Christina Soriero Doctors diagnosed 22-year-old Christina Soriero with non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma when she was just 18. A time in her life when the only thing she should have been dealing with was senioritis and getting ready for life after high school.
DeSantis signs bill impacting new mothers and jury duty Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has signed a bill that will impact new mothers and their eligibility to serve on jury duty.
Genesis of Naples breaking ground on new car dealership A genesis—or new beginning—is under way for Genesis of Naples. The local franchise plans to break ground this summer on a new and expanded luxury auto dealership in North Naples.
Emails show beginnings, contradictions of South Seas resort amendment South Seas resort ownership group’s engineer proposed a land-use amendment for Lee County’s government at least six months before the first public discussions and at least seven weeks before the county’s official timeline began, emails between the resort’s representatives and county show.
CAPE CORAL 13-year-old arrested for allegedly getting involved in hit-and-run with stolen car, fleeing from Cape Coral police A teen was arrested on multiple charges after allegedly getting involved in a hit-and-run with a stolen car and then fleeing from police.
CAPE CORAL Woman accused of stabbing man in Cape Coral shot by police The Cape Coral Police Department is investigating a shooting near the intersection of Skyline Boulevard and Cape Coral Parkway. WINK News later learned that the shooting was preceded by a stabbing. The shooting happened in the 800 block of SW 47th Terrace, which is right behind a 7-Eleven, police said. K9 officers were also at […]
BUCKINGHAM Man arrested as suspect in deadly Buckingham stabbing Lee County deputies arrested a Lee County man suspected of stabbing another man to death at a home in Buckingham on Tuesday night. At around 7:30 p.m., the Lee County Sheriff’s Office says deputies went to a home on Cedar Hammock Court in reference to a stabbing. While there, deputies found a man inside with […]
CAPE CORAL Man arrested for inappropriately grabbing customers at stores in Cape Coral A man has been arrested after several random attacks at stores. These strange attacks began at the Target on Pine Island Road in Cape Coral. Shamar White is accused of inappropriately grabbing customers who were inside and outside of stores. The first victim says the suspect grabbed her and smacked her in the face. Another […]
ARCADIA 1 child dead, another in serious condition after being hit by a car at an Arcadia daycare The Florida Highway Patrol says one child has been killed and another left seriously injured in a crash at a daycare center on SR-70 in Arcadia on Wednesday. After the crash, crime scene tape was placed around the Imagination Station Learning Center on SR-70 near Mills Avenue in Arcadia. “Kids screaming and I said, ‘Well, […]
FORT MYERS Lee County commissioners approve funding to widen Ortiz Avenue A road that stays busy, especially during rush hour, could soon accommodate more cars. Those who take Ortiz Ave. say that they’re upset by the current conditions. “I feel bored and annoyed,” said Lilli Henderson. So, on Tuesday, Lee County Commissioners voted to approve funding to widen Ortiz from SR-82 to Colonial Blvd. Brian Hamman […]
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral police searching for a missing man WINK News is learning more about the search for a missing man. We spoke to the man’s friends and family, who said he disappeared after leaving a bar. Earlier on Monday, The Cape Coral Police Department searched for him in the area around Coronado Parkway, down Cape Coral Parkway, and up to SE 45th Terrace. […]
LEHIGH ACRES Shots fired in Lehigh Acres neighborhood People in a Lehigh Acres neighborhood say they woke up to the sound of gunshots. This happened along East Cleveland Avenue, just off of Leeland Blvd at around 1 a.m. on Monday. Neighbors there say they heard dozens of gunshots. In a video obtained by WINK News, you can see one man running away. You […]
FORT MYERS Gas prices could force some spring breakers to change plans It’s almost time for spring break, but one thing is noticeably different this year. Gas prices have risen so much, and as they continue to do so, it may force some to change their plans. Friday was yet another record-breaking day for Florida’s gas prices. So, many people are trying to avoid gas pumps for […]
MANATEE COUNTY FHP trooper shares heroic story of stopping drunk driver head-on A new video released by Florida Highway Patrol shows a trooper inside her patrol car as she is hit head-on by an impaired driver. She swung her cruiser around and braced for the woman to plow into her. Florida Highway Patrol’s motto is Courtesy, Service, Protection. FHP Trooper Toni Schuck stuck to that on Sunday […]
FORT MYERS FGCU to host ASUN Women’s Championship Final after win over Stetson The FGCU women’s basketball team beat the Stetson Hatters on Wednesday. The win means FGCU will host the Atlantic Sun Women’s Basketball Championship final at Alico Arena. The team that wins the tournament receives an automatic bid into the NCAA Division I Women’s Basketball Tournament. On Wednesday night, the FGCU Eagles hosted Stetson, who got […]