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Newton has no plans to stop TD dances, says “I am who I am’ CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) — Cam Newton has no plans to stop dancing — even though some critics may think his touchdown celebrations are a bit excessive. The Panthers’ fifth-year quarterback said he’s having the time of his life during Carolina’s 9-0 season and plans to keep enjoying every minute. To Newton, that means showing his […]
Florida asks federal court to dismiss lawsuit filed by tribe TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) – The state of Florida is asking a federal judge to throw out a lawsuit filed by the Seminole Tribe. The tribe last month sued the state in an effort to keep blackjack at its casinos, including the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Tampa and Hollywood. But lawyers for Florida […]
Florida hospitals say they spent $1.5B in charity care TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) – Florida hospitals paid for $1.5 billion in health costs for uninsured and underinsured patients last year. The Florida Hospital Association released its annual report Wednesday, noting it provided inpatient care for 2.7 million people and treated 9.5 million patients in emergency rooms in 2014. Hospitals contributed a total of $4.2 billion […]
Florida may expand help for intellectually disabled children TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) – The Florida Legislature is moving ahead with a measure that will increase the number of children eligible for vouchers that pay for special education programs. A Senate panel on Wednesday voted for the bill that is one of the top priorities for Senate President Andy Gardiner. Gardiner has a son with […]
Testing the Limits: Paying for school growth LEE COUNTY, Fla. – The recession is over and Southwest Florida’s population is growing again. One trip in your car or one visit to a local restaurant is enough to prove that the economy is churning along. But with that growth comes tremendous challenges for local schools. WINK News spoke with Dr. Greg Adkins, Superintendent […]
New allegations surface against fired Cape Coral High teacher CAPE CORAL, Fla.- Disturbing new allegations are surfacing against a Cape Coral High School teacher fired on Tuesday. According to a newly-released internal investigation, several female students accused 48-year-old Doug Dingerson of making inappropriate sexual advances. Dingerson was an assistant coach on the Cape Coral High track and field team. Several female students on the team told investigators […]
Gov. propose $8.5 million to test rape kits TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) – Gov. Rick Scott announced Wednesday he will seek $8.5 million to help process a backlog of about 11,000 untested rape kits when he submits next year’s budget proposal. The money would be used to help Florida Department of Law Enforcement crime laboratories process the kits by providing new equipment and upgrading […]
Former Speaker John Boehner joins LPGA players for golf in Naples Naples, Fla. – Former Speaker of the House, John Boehner, joined LPGA stars on the course at Tiburon Golf Club in Naples for the Pro-Am leading up to this weekend’s CME Group Tour Championship. When asked about his golf game, Boehner said, “Playing good. Pretty straight but, you know, it’s golf so it’s going to […]
5th Ave. businesses could be forced to close to make room for new development NAPLES, Fla. – Dozens of people working on 5th Avenue South in Naples could lose their jobs. On Wednesday, the Naples City Council voted to allow a new development to be built, meaning a building housing several popular restaurants including Cafe Luna, Bella Maria Cafe and Avenue Wine Cafe, would be demolished. “I’m very disappointed with the decision,” […]