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CBS News
02-07-2025
- CBS News
Large police investigation underway in Wilton Manors neighborhood
A large police investigation is underway in Wilton Manors residential neighborhood. It's happening on NE 26 Street, just off Andrews Avenue. The investigation involves multiple agencies including Wilton Manors police, Fort Lauderdale police and the Broward Sheriff's Office. Police have not released details at this time on the investigation. This is a developing story, check back for updated information.
CBS News
17-06-2025
- CBS News
Wilton Manors police foil armed man's entry at Stonewall Pride Parade amid heightened security
Organizers of the Stonewall Pride Parade and Street Festival in Wilton Manors said an increased investment in security paid off after police stopped a man Saturday evening from attempting to enter the event with a loaded 9mm Glock and two magazines. Authorities said Michael Monheit, 31, did not have a valid concealed carry license. His permit had been revoked after he was previously committed under Florida's Baker Act. A judge has since ordered him to surrender his weapons, undergo a mental health assessment and stay away from the parade area. Parade organizers said they spent six figures on security this year and implemented metal detectors for the first time, citing growing threats against the LGBTQ community. "It would've been really easy for them to say we don't need that; we can do the same things we've always done," said paradegoer Riley Kinghorn. "I think they understand what's happening now and they saw the necessity, and I'm really glad that they did that because we could've had a tragedy." Scott Friedman, who works security at Pub On The Drive, said he was relieved by the police response. "You cannot put a price on someone's life," Friedman said.
CBS News
16-06-2025
- CBS News
Man arrested at Wilton Manors' Stonewall Pride Parade for carrying concealed firearm, police say
A man is facing serious charges after being accused of attempting to enter Saturday's Stonewall Pride Parade and Street Festival with a loaded firearm, according to the Wilton Manors Police Department. Police said 31-year-old Michael Monheit attempted to enter through the east security checkpoint at around 8 p.m., where enhanced security measures, including metal detectors, were in place to ensure safety at the event. Security measures enforced The Wilton Manors Police Department reported that Monheit triggered a metal detector alarm while passing through the checkpoint. Despite multiple orders from security personnel and law enforcement to stop, Monheit ignored the commands, police said. Officers detained him and discovered a loaded firearm with additional loaded magazines in his possession, which were seized as evidence. Swift response restores safety Police credited the quick actions of security personnel and law enforcement for detaining Monheit and restoring order to the event. The investigation into Monheit's motive and intentions remains ongoing, with no further details released at this time, according to authorities. Monheit faces charges of trespassing and carrying a concealed firearm, police said.
Yahoo
14-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
The 25th Annual Stonewall parade and street festival
People attending the 25th Annual Stonewall parade and street festival in Wilton Manors on Saturday, June 14, 2025. The festival is held in honor of the Stonewall Riots of June 1969. (Carline Jean/South Florida Sun Sentinel) People attending the 25th Annual Stonewall parade and street festival in Wilton Manors on Saturday, June 14, 2025. The festival is held in honor of the Stonewall Riots of June 1969. (Carline Jean/South Florida Sun Sentinel) People attending the 25th Annual Stonewall parade and street festival in Wilton Manors on Saturday, June 14, 2025. The festival is held in honor of the Stonewall Riots of June 1969. (Carline Jean/South Florida Sun Sentinel) A festival goer walks down wilton Drive during the 25th Annual Stonewall parade and street festival in Wilton Manors on Saturday, June 14, 2025. The festival is held in honor of the Stonewall Riots of June 1969. (Carline Jean/South Florida Sun Sentinel) Festival goers walk down wilton Drive during the 25th Annual Stonewall parade and street festival in Wilton Manors on Saturday, June 14, 2025. The festival is held in honor of the Stonewall Riots of June 1969. (Carline Jean/South Florida Sun Sentinel) Edward Romero of Fort Lauderdale, shows off his cape during the 25th Annual Stonewall parade and street festival in Wilton Manors on Saturday, June 14, 2025. The festival is held in honor of the Stonewall Riots of June 1969. (Carline Jean/South Florida Sun Sentinel) People attending the 25th Annual Stonewall parade and street festival in Wilton Manors on Saturday, June 14, 2025. The festival is held in honor of the Stonewall Riots of June 1969. (Carline Jean/South Florida Sun Sentinel) Festival goers during the 25th Annual Stonewall parade and street festival in Wilton Manors on Saturday, June 14, 2025. The festival is held in honor of the Stonewall Riots of June 1969. (Carline Jean/South Florida Sun Sentinel) Festival goers during the 25th Annual Stonewall parade and street festival in Wilton Manors on Saturday, June 14, 2025. The festival is held in honor of the Stonewall Riots of June 1969. (Carline Jean/South Florida Sun Sentinel) Festival goers walk down Wilton Drive during the 25th Annual Stonewall parade and street festival in Wilton Manors on Saturday, June 14, 2025. The festival is held in honor of the Stonewall Riots of June 1969. (Carline Jean/South Florida Sun Sentinel) Talia Cowart of Boynton Beach, dances during the 25th Annual Stonewall parade and street festival in Wilton Manors on Saturday, June 14, 2025. The festival is held in honor of the Stonewall Riots of June 1969. (Carline Jean/South Florida Sun Sentinel) A man entertains festival goers during the 25th Annual Stonewall parade and street festival in Wilton Manors on Saturday, June 14, 2025. The festival is held in honor of the Stonewall Riots of June 1969. (Carline Jean/South Florida Sun Sentinel) Show Caption1 of 13People attending the 25th Annual Stonewall parade and street festival in Wilton Manors on Saturday, June 14, 2025. The festival is held in honor of the Stonewall Riots of June 1969. (Carline Jean/South Florida Sun Sentinel)Expand
CBS News
13-06-2025
- Entertainment
- CBS News
Stonewall Pride Celebration returns to Wilton Manors with parade, unity, message of visibility
Tens of thousands are expected to fill the streets of Wilton Manors on Saturday for the 25th annual Stonewall Pride Celebration, a vibrant display of LGBTQ+ pride, resilience and community. Among the sea of rainbow flags and glowing lights will be people like Andres and Maria Wilken, a father and daughter proudly showing their support. Parade brings pride, family and security enhancements The Glow Night Parade, a centerpiece of the celebration, steps off at 8 p.m., lighting up the night with music, floats and crowds decked out in rainbow colors. "I grew up in a place where you weren't supposed to ask or say anything, so you had to hide who you were," said Joe Moranto. "And these guys nowadays, they can live where they want to be, be who they want to be." While the event is a party, organizers are taking safety seriously. More than 100 officers from various departments will be on-site, and new security measures have pushed the festival's budget into six figures for the first time. "This year it speaks to the metal detectors that are going to be here," said Jameer Baptiste from Stonewall Pride. "If you have a vehicle inside the festival grounds, you have to have a wheel clamp on your vehicle." A family's pride and a community's message For the Wilkens, volunteering at Stonewall Pride has become a family tradition. "I'm the proud father of a lesbian daughter," Andres said. Sixteen-year-old Maria says that support has made all the difference. "They were really accepting early on," she said. "That level of support from very early on was really important. I was forever told that my parents would love me no matter what." Beyond the celebration, the event carries a powerful message in the face of mounting anti-LGBTQ+ legislation. "It's more important than ever that we do the exact opposite, that we come together in bigger numbers than we've seen in decades and really celebrate. We are a part of this community," said Stratton Pollitzer of Equality Florida. The Stonewall Pride Festival and Street Party kicks off Saturday at 3 p.m.
