Training day for Folds of Honor donors and special guestsNon-profit makes teddy bears for families of fallen officers
Training day for Folds of Honor donors and special guests On Wednesday, high-ranking veterans of the navy seals and other special operations conducted six different training scenarios.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Non-profit makes teddy bears for families of fallen officers Having a loved one in law enforcement means there is always a fear that they may not come home.
Southwest Florida Most Wanted Wednesday: Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for May 8, 2024 Here are some of Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for May 8, 2024.
San Carlos Park Man at center of WINK News investigation now charged with drugging, molesting child After a years long WINK investigation, Dwayne Staron was arrested and convicted of grand theft. Now he and his wife, Theresa Staron, are both behind bars.
FORT MYERS Police: Man caught at Clemente Park with AR pistol, ski mask and black latex gloves A 19-year-old man has been arrested after officers found an AR pistol, all-black clothing, a ski mask and black latex gloves in his backpack.
PUNTA GORDA FHP investigating hit-and-run with injuries after crash at mm 170 on I-75 Authorities are investigating a hit-and-run crash with injuries on Interstate 75 southbound at mile marker 170 in Punta Gorda.
ALVA Department of Health warns of blue-green algae in Alva canal If you live on Sebastian Court along the canal in Alva, the Florida Department of Health in Lee County wants you to remain cautious. A blue-green algae bloom has been spotted there.
SAN CARLOS PARK Couple accused of drugging and molesting girl make court appearance A San Carlos Park couple accused of drugging and molesting a girl while covering it up for two years appeared in court.
FORT MYERS Lee County Schools receives over $2M in Juul settlement The Lee County School District has received over $2 million in a settlement with Juul, and now, it’s putting that money to use.
JERUSALEM (AP) Israel says it reopened a key Gaza crossing after a rocket attack but the UN says no aid has entered The Israeli military said Wednesday that it has reopened its Kerem Shalom crossing into Gaza after days of closure, but the U.N. said no humanitarian aid has yet entered and there is no one to receive it on the Palestinian side after workers fled during Israel’s military incursion in the area.
ATLANTA (AP) Georgia appeals court agrees to review ruling allowing Fani Willis to stay on Trump election case A Georgia appeals court on Wednesday agreed to review a lower court ruling allowing Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis to continue to prosecute the election interference case she brought against former President Donald Trump.
WASHINGTON (AP) Police clear pro-Palestinian protest camp and arrest 33 at DC campus as mayor’s hearing is canceled Police cleared a pro-Palestinian tent encampment at George Washington University early Wednesday and arrested demonstrators.
2 Collier County men arrested for street racing Collier County Sheriff’s Office deputies have arrested two men after catching them street racing.
CLEWISTON Lewis Boulevard in Clewiston closed after semi-trailer carrying palm trees loses load Lewis Boulevard in Clewiston from U.S. 27 to 13th Street is closed this morning while crews remove trees from the roadway.
ARCADIA Juvenile and 18-year-old arrested for stealing, burglarizing multiple cars in DeSoto County A juvenile and an 18-year-old have been arrested after allegedly stealing several cars and burglarizing them in DeSoto County.
Training day for Folds of Honor donors and special guests On Wednesday, high-ranking veterans of the navy seals and other special operations conducted six different training scenarios.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Non-profit makes teddy bears for families of fallen officers Having a loved one in law enforcement means there is always a fear that they may not come home.
Southwest Florida Most Wanted Wednesday: Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for May 8, 2024 Here are some of Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for May 8, 2024.
San Carlos Park Man at center of WINK News investigation now charged with drugging, molesting child After a years long WINK investigation, Dwayne Staron was arrested and convicted of grand theft. Now he and his wife, Theresa Staron, are both behind bars.
FORT MYERS Police: Man caught at Clemente Park with AR pistol, ski mask and black latex gloves A 19-year-old man has been arrested after officers found an AR pistol, all-black clothing, a ski mask and black latex gloves in his backpack.
PUNTA GORDA FHP investigating hit-and-run with injuries after crash at mm 170 on I-75 Authorities are investigating a hit-and-run crash with injuries on Interstate 75 southbound at mile marker 170 in Punta Gorda.
ALVA Department of Health warns of blue-green algae in Alva canal If you live on Sebastian Court along the canal in Alva, the Florida Department of Health in Lee County wants you to remain cautious. A blue-green algae bloom has been spotted there.
SAN CARLOS PARK Couple accused of drugging and molesting girl make court appearance A San Carlos Park couple accused of drugging and molesting a girl while covering it up for two years appeared in court.
FORT MYERS Lee County Schools receives over $2M in Juul settlement The Lee County School District has received over $2 million in a settlement with Juul, and now, it’s putting that money to use.
JERUSALEM (AP) Israel says it reopened a key Gaza crossing after a rocket attack but the UN says no aid has entered The Israeli military said Wednesday that it has reopened its Kerem Shalom crossing into Gaza after days of closure, but the U.N. said no humanitarian aid has yet entered and there is no one to receive it on the Palestinian side after workers fled during Israel’s military incursion in the area.
ATLANTA (AP) Georgia appeals court agrees to review ruling allowing Fani Willis to stay on Trump election case A Georgia appeals court on Wednesday agreed to review a lower court ruling allowing Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis to continue to prosecute the election interference case she brought against former President Donald Trump.
WASHINGTON (AP) Police clear pro-Palestinian protest camp and arrest 33 at DC campus as mayor’s hearing is canceled Police cleared a pro-Palestinian tent encampment at George Washington University early Wednesday and arrested demonstrators.
2 Collier County men arrested for street racing Collier County Sheriff’s Office deputies have arrested two men after catching them street racing.
CLEWISTON Lewis Boulevard in Clewiston closed after semi-trailer carrying palm trees loses load Lewis Boulevard in Clewiston from U.S. 27 to 13th Street is closed this morning while crews remove trees from the roadway.
ARCADIA Juvenile and 18-year-old arrested for stealing, burglarizing multiple cars in DeSoto County A juvenile and an 18-year-old have been arrested after allegedly stealing several cars and burglarizing them in DeSoto County.
CHARLOTTE COUNTY Murdock Village residents ready for change, one step closer to redevelopment Changes are in the works in Port Charlotte Tuesday as part of the transformation project years in the making. It’s the light at the end of the tunnel for Murdock Village after a long 15 years. Plans for hundreds of homes, businesses and an entertainment district are one step closer to reality. “I am definitely […]
PUNTA GORDA Punta Gorda restaurant says construction hurting business at Fishermen’s Village A local restaurant at Fishermen’s Village in Punta Gorda says a construction site blocking a walkway to the establishment is bad for business and poses a danger to customers. It was another day in paradise for husband and wife Randy and Denise Witman at Fishermen’s Village Friday, but they reached a roadblock before making it […]
ENGLEWOOD Dorian continues to cause rip currents in SWFL, risk for swimmers It was breezy all day at Englewood Beach Wednesday, with some people having to hold onto their hats and chase their umbrellas. Many of them enjoyed the beach from the sand, because going too deep into the water when rip current is present, could potentially be fatal. “The wind just picked up,” said Jimmy Howell […]
FORT MYERS Hurricane Dorian: SWFL fire crews assist East Coast first responders As first responders on the east coast of the state brace for Hurricane Dorian, crews from Southwest Florida are responding to assist them. Crews from Cape Coral, Englewood, Charlotte County, Estero, San Carlos Park, Fort Myers and South Trail fire departments are on standby to conduct searches and rescues in areas that face significant damage […]
CHARLOTTE COUNTY Charlotte County family relies on power for children’s health No one wants to lose power in a storm. And for one Charlotte County family, it could mean the difference between life and death. A family with five children who have special needs rely on technology for their health. WATCH the video above for the full story by WINK News Reporter Erika Jackson, who spoke […]
BOCA GRANDE Securing Charlotte County construction sites to prevent projectile materials Charlotte County is taking no chances as Hurricane Dorian approaches Southwest Florida. It is asking all contractors to make sure no debris or other materials fly out of construction sites during the storm. Thomas Pipher will not let the uncertainty of Hurricane Dorian keep him from planning for the unexpected. He is stocking up on […]
NORTH PORT North Port man gets unclipped while hang gliding. Will take another shot in the sky next month. Chris Gursky said he will never forget the two minutes and 14 seconds when he had to hang on for his life in midair. But instead of looking back, he is moving forward. “It’s something I need to get over at this point in time,” Chris said. Nearly one year after his Swiss mishap, the […]
ENGLEWOOD Internal investigation finds deputies justified in June Englewood shooting New details from an internal investigation has found two Charlotte County deputies’ use of force justified in a shooting that killed an armed man outside his home. We spoke exclusively to the daughter of the man, who gave her account of the night and shed light on her U.S. Navy veteran father’s struggle with PTSD. […]
PUNTA GORDA Punta Gorda creates 15-year plan, locals want to keep small-town feel Fifteen years ago, Hurricane Charley ripped Punta Gorda to shreds, wrecking homes and toppling trees. Leaders worked quickly to come up with a plan to help the city rebuild. But the clock is ticking to come up with a plan for the next 15 years. Miranda Mullins said she loves the charm and everything about […]
PUNTA GORDA, Fla FBI arrests Punta Gorda man for mass shooting threat at Memphis church A potentially deadly catastrophe has been stopped in its tracks by the Federal Bureau of Investigation. Earlier this month, according to a criminal complaint, Thomas McVicker, 38, in a series of text messages to a friend in southern Alabama, said his plans for a mass shooting and suicide at a Memphis church. One of the […]