WINK Neighborhood Watch: Fraud, Pedophilia and Sexual BatteryThe Weather Authority: Mostly sunny skies and above-average heat
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA WINK Neighborhood Watch: Fraud, Pedophilia and Sexual Battery This week’s segment of WINK Neighborhood Watch features a ballet bamboozle, a sting operation and sexual assault.
Southwest Florida The Weather Authority: Mostly sunny skies and above-average heat Most of Southwest Florida will be rain-free, hot, and sunny today.
FORT MYERS Bay Street Yard opens for Memorial Day weekend On Saturday, the new business opened its doors to the public.
FORT LAUDERDALE (AP) Rapper Sean Kingston and his mother stole more than $1 million through fraud, authorities say Rapper Sean Kingston and his mother stole more than $1 million through fraud, authorities say
PORT CHARLOTTE CCSO: 2-year-old boy shot in the hand by 4-year-old Charlotte County Fire-EMS said they treated the two-year-old boy, who had a gunshot injury to the hand.
NCAA, Power Five approve settlement sets stage for schools to pay players NCAA and Power Five conferences agree on settlement that will allow schools to pay student athletes and share revenue.
FORT MYERS Placing flags to honor the fallen on Memorial Day weekend This weekend is much more than just a backyard barbecue and some time off work. It allows us to remember our nation’s heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom.
SANIBEL The beach is back on Sanibel and Captiva for Memorial Day weekend Businesses on Sanibel and Captiva told WINK News they’re ready for the wave of tourism.
The Weather Authority: Here’s what to expect for your Memorial Day weekend Hot and humid weather for your holiday weekend. The UV index will be an 11!
WINK NEWS Honoring fallen soldiers at Memorial Day events across Southwest Florida Memorial Day, a day of remembrance for those who have died in the military, honors those who have served in the armed forces.
LEHIGH ACRES Lehigh Acres neighbor accuses construction company of mistakenly tearing up lot Along 27th Street West in Lehigh Acres, neighbors knew it was only a matter of time before the lots next to them were developed.
FORT MYERS ECS softball celebrates first state championship Evangelical Christian School honors state champion softball team with parade on campus.
SANIBEL Sanibel hosts annual hurricane seminar to prepare for upcoming season With a very active Atlantic hurricane season ahead, they’re not taking anything for granted.
Teen’s killer out of jail after 8 months A teenager charged with manslaughter after accidentally shooting and killing his girlfriend is now out of jail after serving less than a year.
Miles apart: local mother hopes to reunite brothers from Haiti to the U.S. The process of adopting a child is different for everyone, but Michelle Reed’s passion has always been to adopt children into her family.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA WINK Neighborhood Watch: Fraud, Pedophilia and Sexual Battery This week’s segment of WINK Neighborhood Watch features a ballet bamboozle, a sting operation and sexual assault.
Southwest Florida The Weather Authority: Mostly sunny skies and above-average heat Most of Southwest Florida will be rain-free, hot, and sunny today.
FORT MYERS Bay Street Yard opens for Memorial Day weekend On Saturday, the new business opened its doors to the public.
FORT LAUDERDALE (AP) Rapper Sean Kingston and his mother stole more than $1 million through fraud, authorities say Rapper Sean Kingston and his mother stole more than $1 million through fraud, authorities say
PORT CHARLOTTE CCSO: 2-year-old boy shot in the hand by 4-year-old Charlotte County Fire-EMS said they treated the two-year-old boy, who had a gunshot injury to the hand.
NCAA, Power Five approve settlement sets stage for schools to pay players NCAA and Power Five conferences agree on settlement that will allow schools to pay student athletes and share revenue.
FORT MYERS Placing flags to honor the fallen on Memorial Day weekend This weekend is much more than just a backyard barbecue and some time off work. It allows us to remember our nation’s heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom.
SANIBEL The beach is back on Sanibel and Captiva for Memorial Day weekend Businesses on Sanibel and Captiva told WINK News they’re ready for the wave of tourism.
The Weather Authority: Here’s what to expect for your Memorial Day weekend Hot and humid weather for your holiday weekend. The UV index will be an 11!
WINK NEWS Honoring fallen soldiers at Memorial Day events across Southwest Florida Memorial Day, a day of remembrance for those who have died in the military, honors those who have served in the armed forces.
LEHIGH ACRES Lehigh Acres neighbor accuses construction company of mistakenly tearing up lot Along 27th Street West in Lehigh Acres, neighbors knew it was only a matter of time before the lots next to them were developed.
FORT MYERS ECS softball celebrates first state championship Evangelical Christian School honors state champion softball team with parade on campus.
SANIBEL Sanibel hosts annual hurricane seminar to prepare for upcoming season With a very active Atlantic hurricane season ahead, they’re not taking anything for granted.
Teen’s killer out of jail after 8 months A teenager charged with manslaughter after accidentally shooting and killing his girlfriend is now out of jail after serving less than a year.
Miles apart: local mother hopes to reunite brothers from Haiti to the U.S. The process of adopting a child is different for everyone, but Michelle Reed’s passion has always been to adopt children into her family.
‘Shark Tank’ featured Subzero Ice Cream opens in Naples NORTH NAPLES, Fla.- An ice cream shop in Naples is using science to create your ice cream cup and the presentation is drawing a crowd. Subzero is using blasts of nitrogen to freeze custom ice cream ingredients right in front of the customer. It looks like a magic show with white smoke pouring out of […]
Anger at Amazon Prime Day FORT MYERS, Fla.- The highly anticipated sale on Amazon may not have been all it was cracked up to be. The Prime Day sale ends at 3 a.m, but a lot of customers are complaining that the discounted items are no good. “The majority of stuff was stuff that I throw away all the time,” said […]
Unkempt home causing health concerns among Cape residents CAPE CORAL, Fla. – Some people in Lee County say one home is a health threat to the community. Neighbors say the overgrown vegetation and stagnant water is attracting an unbearable amount of bugs. Overgrown grass, trees and weeds have taken over a home along SW 14th Terrace. Neighbors say the overgrown vegetation has been a problem […]
Fort Myers baseball company sets sights on Cuba LEE COUNTY, Fla. – One local baseball company is hoping to cash in on the improving relationship between the United States and Cuba. The U.S. and Cuba share a pastime, and for Carrera Sports, capitalizing on it isn’t just business; it’s personal. Robert Coello isn’t a stranger to baseball. In fact, he’s played on a number […]
UPDATE: Dupay Shoots for World Record Teddy Dupay is one of the best basketball players to ever come out of Southwest Florida. The former Florida Gator is trying to break the world record for the most NBA threes made in a 24-hour period.
Canada feels power of home-field advantage at Pan Am Games TORONTO (AP) – Canada feels the power of the home-field advantage at the Pan Am Games, and Brazil – the host of the Olympics next year in Rio de Janeiro – is watching. Canada has topped the medal table through the first days of the event and, although it’s sure to relinquish its lead to […]
SWFL taxi drivers on high alert following attack LEE COUNTY, Fla. – Lewis Gray has been driving taxis for 25 years. A seasoned veteran behind the wheel, he knows firsthand just how dangerous the job can be. “About 15 years ago I got hit in the head with a piece of pipe by somebody that I was driving,” Gray told WINK News Wednesday. […]
US soccer chief felt ‘discomfort’ during FIFA proceedings WASHINGTON (AP) – U.S. Soccer Federation chief executive Dan Flynn said Wednesday he had no direct knowledge of bribery or kickbacks exchanged by FIFA officials but experienced moments of “discomfort” during meetings. Flynn, testifying at a U.S. Senate subcommittee hearing, cited methods of votes at meetings of CONCACAF, soccer’s regional governing body for North and […]
LA Galaxy sign Mexican star Giovani dos Santos CARSON, Calif. (AP) – The LA Galaxy have signed Mexican midfielder Giovani dos Santos to a designated player contract, adding another international star to their lineup. The Galaxy announced the deal Wednesday. Dos Santos spent the last two seasons with Spain’s Villareal, scoring 12 goals in 58 La Liga appearances. The versatile 26-year-old from Monterrey […]
Sky protects Froome’s Tour lead as Majka wins Stage 11 CAUTERETS, France (AP) – Tour de France leader Chris Froome understands those who harbor doubts about his dominant performances in a sport long marred by doping. Maybe, he says, it’s time to bring in an independent specialist to test his body and help prove that he’s riding clean. The 30-year-old Briton cruised through a second […]