CDC says bird flu viruses “pose pandemic potential,” cites major knowledge gapsBay Street Yard set to open in late May
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA (CBS) CDC says bird flu viruses “pose pandemic potential,” cites major knowledge gaps Bird flu continues to appear to pose a “low risk to the general public” for now, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says. But the agency’s scientists ran into roadblocks investigating a human case of this “pandemic potential” virus this year, they said in a new report.
DOWNTOWN FORT MYERS Bay Street Yard set to open in late May A new place to hang out in Downtown Fort Myers is opening this spring.
Aetna agrees to settle lawsuit over fertility coverage for LGBTQ+ customers Aetna has agreed to settle a lawsuit that accused the health insurer of discriminating against LGBTQ+ customers in need of fertility treatment.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA WINK Neighborhood Watch: Robbery, Pawn Shops, and Child Porn This week’s segment of Wink Neighborhood Watch features an armed robber, fraud at a pawn shop, and possession of child pornography.
Southwest Florida The Weather Authority: Sun, clouds, humidity, rain – it’s all in your weekend forecast Saturday afternoon will be hot and humid, with a mix of sun and clouds.
LEHIGH ACRES Chaotic lake getting fence and security Now, with all the negative attention it has gotten, some think putting up a fence is a great way to keep that bad activity out.
CAPE CORAL What we learned about Cape Coral’s water crisis after a ride along On Friday, WINK News got to ride along to see just what people are doing that could be wasting water.
FORT MYERS Students affected by COVID-19 able to graduate for the first time For many young people, COVID stripped away one of their greatest rites of passage: graduation.
Deadly crash on State Road 29 in Hendry County Authorities are at the scene of a deadly crash on State Road 29 in Hendry County on Friday afternoon.
Celebrating Free Comic Book Day in SWFL JP Sports store manager Jonathan Powell said this is a generational event that brings families together to reminisce on comics and other hobby-related knickknacks.
FORT MYERS Group rescues dogs before getting put down in Lee County Our animal shelters are packed with amazing puppies who have the sole desire to be loved.
FORT MYERS FGCU student beats all odds and is able to graduate Nearly four years ago, Marisa Manning had her heart set on going to Florida Gulf Coast University but never thought she’d find her passion for studying parasites.
FORT MYERS Victim in MLK Blvd. shooting identified as social media influencer The victim of the Martin Luther King Boulevard shooting has been identified as a local social media influencer.
FORT MYERS Could a Ferris wheel in downtown Fort Myers work? Right now, there are talks to bring a Ferris wheel to downtown Fort Myers, but several things are still up in the air.
LITTLE HICKORY BAY Improving ‘Hell’s Gate’ safety, a notoriously dangerous waterway for boaters A push to make an area known as “Hell’s Gate” safer since it’s a dangerous stretch of water with several blind corners within Little Hickory Bay.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA (CBS) CDC says bird flu viruses “pose pandemic potential,” cites major knowledge gaps Bird flu continues to appear to pose a “low risk to the general public” for now, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says. But the agency’s scientists ran into roadblocks investigating a human case of this “pandemic potential” virus this year, they said in a new report.
DOWNTOWN FORT MYERS Bay Street Yard set to open in late May A new place to hang out in Downtown Fort Myers is opening this spring.
Aetna agrees to settle lawsuit over fertility coverage for LGBTQ+ customers Aetna has agreed to settle a lawsuit that accused the health insurer of discriminating against LGBTQ+ customers in need of fertility treatment.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA WINK Neighborhood Watch: Robbery, Pawn Shops, and Child Porn This week’s segment of Wink Neighborhood Watch features an armed robber, fraud at a pawn shop, and possession of child pornography.
Southwest Florida The Weather Authority: Sun, clouds, humidity, rain – it’s all in your weekend forecast Saturday afternoon will be hot and humid, with a mix of sun and clouds.
LEHIGH ACRES Chaotic lake getting fence and security Now, with all the negative attention it has gotten, some think putting up a fence is a great way to keep that bad activity out.
CAPE CORAL What we learned about Cape Coral’s water crisis after a ride along On Friday, WINK News got to ride along to see just what people are doing that could be wasting water.
FORT MYERS Students affected by COVID-19 able to graduate for the first time For many young people, COVID stripped away one of their greatest rites of passage: graduation.
Deadly crash on State Road 29 in Hendry County Authorities are at the scene of a deadly crash on State Road 29 in Hendry County on Friday afternoon.
Celebrating Free Comic Book Day in SWFL JP Sports store manager Jonathan Powell said this is a generational event that brings families together to reminisce on comics and other hobby-related knickknacks.
FORT MYERS Group rescues dogs before getting put down in Lee County Our animal shelters are packed with amazing puppies who have the sole desire to be loved.
FORT MYERS FGCU student beats all odds and is able to graduate Nearly four years ago, Marisa Manning had her heart set on going to Florida Gulf Coast University but never thought she’d find her passion for studying parasites.
FORT MYERS Victim in MLK Blvd. shooting identified as social media influencer The victim of the Martin Luther King Boulevard shooting has been identified as a local social media influencer.
FORT MYERS Could a Ferris wheel in downtown Fort Myers work? Right now, there are talks to bring a Ferris wheel to downtown Fort Myers, but several things are still up in the air.
LITTLE HICKORY BAY Improving ‘Hell’s Gate’ safety, a notoriously dangerous waterway for boaters A push to make an area known as “Hell’s Gate” safer since it’s a dangerous stretch of water with several blind corners within Little Hickory Bay.
Deal of the Day: Staycation offers FORT MYERS, Fla. – If you are looking for a last-minute summer staycation, Lee County resorts are offering some deals. The Beaches of Fort Myers and Sanibel website has dozens of offers for last-minute hotel and restaurant deals. There are restrictions on when the deals expire, so make sure you read the fine print.
Reading the fine print: How to tell if your privacy is really protected When you start using an app, a website, or when buy something online or in a store, how well do you read the company’s privacy policy? Consumer experts say you may want to take a closer look because a growing number of policies now say if the company changes hands, so can your information. Realtor […]
One killed in North Fort Myers vehicle wreck NORTH FORT MYERS, Fla. – One person was killed Monday afternoon after a vehicle hit a bike on U.S. Highway 41 Business in North Fort Myers. Northbound lanes of U.S. 41 Business were closed at West Mariana Avenue. No further information was immediately available.
No. 1 ice cream shop in America nearly sells out! CHARLOTTE COUNTY, Fla. – People looking to beat the heat are heading to Harborwalk Scoops and bites. Last week, the ice cream store with a view was ranked Tripadvisor’s number one ice cream shop in America. “People from Tampa, a couple this morning, drove 40 miles just to be here and try our ice cream,” […]
Dunk City up for best Cinderella Story in NCAA Tournament The 2013 FGCU basketball team is in the Final Four of the Sports Illustrated online poll to find out which NCAA Cinderella was the best. To see the story and vote for the Eagles, click here
Flash cards for the 21st century Remember what it was like as a kid memorizing your spelling words or math facts and using flash cards to help them make it to your brain? Well, these days, there are high tech versions of the old-school flash cards to help make you smarter. Ellen Jovin is a polyglot. That means she speaks more […]
Cook to impress, learn from the best. NAPLES, Fla. – If you’ve ever wanted to be a five star chef, just improve your cooking skills or learn something new. A Naples cooking and culinary store has the perfect opportunity for you. Sur La Table offers daily cooking classes for all ages, all skills and all styles of cuisine. From Piaya to pizza […]
Planned parenthood responds to state investigation NAPLES, Fla. — Monday, Planned Parenthood filed a request for an emergency injunction to protect women’s access to safe, legal abortion in Florida. The organization is disputing the Agency of Health Care Administration’s (AHCA) findings that three of the facilities in Florida, including Fort Myers and Naples, were performing unlicensed abortions. Attorney Julie Gallagher, a […]
Late morning fire leaves family with nothing FORT MYERS, Fla. – Fort Myers Fire Fighters responded to the 1100 block of Sumter Drive late Monday morning, for a report of a house fire. Jonkesia Cummings, came home from work to find the house she rents with her brother on fire. She told WINK News that she walked in her house to find […]
Collier County students head back to class NAPLES, Fla.- Collier County kids headed back to the classroom today for the new school year. At Pelican Marsh Elementary School, Superintendent Dr. Kamela Patton and Sheriff Kevin Rambosk served as special guest crossing guards to help kids get across busy Airport Road safely. They say the partnership between the district and sheriff’s office helps […]