Author: WNKY Staff

“Fortnite” lawsuit puts spotlight on gaming addiction

(NBC News) “Fortnite” has captivated millions since it hit the gaming scene two years ago. Some say it’s getting gamers hooked. One Canadian law firm is even seeking a class action lawsuit against “Fortnite” creator Epic Games, representing two parents who say their 10 and 15 year old children are addicted to the game. “It becomes unbearable at home,” says…

Joyful Reunion: Kidnapped Boy Comes Home

(WESH) A toddler who was taken from an Orlando, Florida apartment at gunpoint has been found and reunited with family. Orlando police said the 2-year-old was found safe in DeLand Wednesday afternoon. His mother, Sugey Perez Diaz, was arrested. Police said Jenzell Cintron Perez was taken by Diaz from an apartment in Orlando around 11:45 p.m. on Tuesday. Investigators believe…

“Finger Gun” leads to middle schooler’s arrest

(KSHB) An Overland Park, Kansas student was arrested after she made a gun symbol out of her fingers and pointed it at other students. The student, a 12-year-old at Westridge Middle School, was arrested by Overland Park police on September 18th. Dave Smith, spokesperson for the Shawnee Mission School District, would only comment on the matter by email saying, “I…