The Weather Authority: Clouds, sunshine, wind, and the possibility of a brief shower for your SundayGovernor DeSantis signs AI and vape bills
The Weather Authority: Clouds, sunshine, wind, and the possibility of a brief shower for your Sunday Clouds and occasional sunshine this Sunday. A few brief showers are possible late in the afternoon and this evening.
TALLAHASSEE (CBS) Governor DeSantis signs AI and vape bills Gov. Ron DeSantis on Friday signed 28 bills, including a measure requiring disclaimers on certain political ads created using artificial intelligence and a bill about regulation of vape products.
ESTERO Gold Star Golf Tournament honors fallen veteran Behind each putt and swing of a golf club at the Gold Star Golf Tournament is someone who knew John Wirka Junior.
NEW YORK (AP) How TikTok grew from a fun app for teens into a potential national security threat If it feels like TikTok has been around forever, that’s probably because it has, at least if you’re measuring via internet time. What’s now in question is whether it will be around much longer and, if so, in what form?
FORT MYERS Man wanted for armed robbery at Fort Myers convenience store Crime Stoppers is asking the public for help identifying an armed robber who held up a convenience store Saturday morning.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA WINK Neighborhood Watch: Rifles, inappropriate texts and Donut shop debacle This week’s segment of WINK Neighborhood Watch features a scary mall trip, an inappropriate coach, and a Dunkin Donuts assault.
The Weather Authority: Sunny Saturday with a nice breeze; fire danger increases Warm temperatures for your Saturday with a nice breeze into the afternoon.
NORTH NAPLES Senior Airman surprises cousin on Aubrey Rogers softball senior night Aubrey Rogers senior pitcher and infielder McKenzie Vargas was surprised by her Air Force cousin for Senior Night.
BONITA SPRINGS Police: 15-year-old injured after accidentally shot in the leg Lee County deputies say the teen was accidentally shot in the leg.
PUNTA GORDA Exclusive: Brother and best friend of accused pedophile priest speak out Riley’s brother reached out to WINK on Friday, saying people aren’t getting the full story.
IMMOKALEE Caught on video: Huge gator crosses Immokalee neighborhood Fridays in Florida are for gators
FORT MYERS FGCU softball pitcher making a name for herself One season in FGCU, freshman pitcher Allison Sparkman is already ruffling feathers in the circle.
Surrendering-pets trend at Gulf Coast Humane Society raises concerns An large amount of pets are being surrendered by their owners. About half of the dogs at the Gulf Coast Humane Society are surrender dogs.
Students benefitting from millions in sales tax dollars So far, the voter-approved half-cent sales tax has brought in $507 million for the Lee County School District.
PORT CHARLOTTE ‘Shady’: One woman feels misled after federal student loan consolidation It takes some people decades to pay off their student loans. One woman’s last payment was in sight until she took a gamble she said she was told to take.
The Weather Authority: Clouds, sunshine, wind, and the possibility of a brief shower for your Sunday Clouds and occasional sunshine this Sunday. A few brief showers are possible late in the afternoon and this evening.
TALLAHASSEE (CBS) Governor DeSantis signs AI and vape bills Gov. Ron DeSantis on Friday signed 28 bills, including a measure requiring disclaimers on certain political ads created using artificial intelligence and a bill about regulation of vape products.
ESTERO Gold Star Golf Tournament honors fallen veteran Behind each putt and swing of a golf club at the Gold Star Golf Tournament is someone who knew John Wirka Junior.
NEW YORK (AP) How TikTok grew from a fun app for teens into a potential national security threat If it feels like TikTok has been around forever, that’s probably because it has, at least if you’re measuring via internet time. What’s now in question is whether it will be around much longer and, if so, in what form?
FORT MYERS Man wanted for armed robbery at Fort Myers convenience store Crime Stoppers is asking the public for help identifying an armed robber who held up a convenience store Saturday morning.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA WINK Neighborhood Watch: Rifles, inappropriate texts and Donut shop debacle This week’s segment of WINK Neighborhood Watch features a scary mall trip, an inappropriate coach, and a Dunkin Donuts assault.
The Weather Authority: Sunny Saturday with a nice breeze; fire danger increases Warm temperatures for your Saturday with a nice breeze into the afternoon.
NORTH NAPLES Senior Airman surprises cousin on Aubrey Rogers softball senior night Aubrey Rogers senior pitcher and infielder McKenzie Vargas was surprised by her Air Force cousin for Senior Night.
BONITA SPRINGS Police: 15-year-old injured after accidentally shot in the leg Lee County deputies say the teen was accidentally shot in the leg.
PUNTA GORDA Exclusive: Brother and best friend of accused pedophile priest speak out Riley’s brother reached out to WINK on Friday, saying people aren’t getting the full story.
IMMOKALEE Caught on video: Huge gator crosses Immokalee neighborhood Fridays in Florida are for gators
FORT MYERS FGCU softball pitcher making a name for herself One season in FGCU, freshman pitcher Allison Sparkman is already ruffling feathers in the circle.
Surrendering-pets trend at Gulf Coast Humane Society raises concerns An large amount of pets are being surrendered by their owners. About half of the dogs at the Gulf Coast Humane Society are surrender dogs.
Students benefitting from millions in sales tax dollars So far, the voter-approved half-cent sales tax has brought in $507 million for the Lee County School District.
PORT CHARLOTTE ‘Shady’: One woman feels misled after federal student loan consolidation It takes some people decades to pay off their student loans. One woman’s last payment was in sight until she took a gamble she said she was told to take.
Coast guard rescues 242 after boat capsizes near Lesbos ATHENS, Greece (AP) — The Greek coast guard said it rescued 242 people off the eastern island of Lesbos Wednesday after the wooden boat they traveled in capsized, leaving at least three people dead. Rescuers continue to search the rough waters for more survivors and the coast guard said it remains unclear how many people […]
“Blue Lives Matter” billboards appearing in SWFL FORT MYERS, Fla.- Billboards popping up around Southwest Florida reading “Blue Lives Matter” are stirring up mixed emotions with residents. The Lamar signs, meant to acknowledge law enforcement, sport the message which is a spin-off of the slogan “Black Lives Matter.” “Police lately have been put on the carpet lately and they have a very dangerous job and […]
Florida lawmakers discuss statewide fracking ban FORT MYERS, Fla. – Dozens of lawmakers and environmentalists attended the two-day Fracking Summit in Fort Myers to learn how fracking could affect the state if it is allowed. The goal of the conference was to educate people about fracking and why the state of Florida may ban it completely. “It’s not about drilling or […]
New hospital ratings puts Florida at top for safety FORT MYERS, Fla. – A new hospital ranking list puts the Sunshine State at number three in the nation when it comes to safety. The grades were given by The Leapfrog Group, a nonprofit organization that ranks hospital safety. The group looks at things like preventing infections and preventing errors. In Charlotte, Lee and Collier counties, […]
Erosion shuts down Sanibel road at Lighthouse Beach SANIBEL ISLAND, Fla.- A road leading out to a popular for tourists and locals is closed due to water erosion. The eastern end of Periwinkle Way was closed just last month as well. Now crews at Lighthouse Beach Park are working to create a barrier between the water and the road. City leaders believe the erosion […]
Pregnancy apps growing in popularity There are apps for maps, apps for menus and now, apps that deliver details on pregnancy. Like many new moms-to-be, Tricia Huffman consults with girlfriends who’ve been there. “The day that I found out I was pregnant, right away they were like ‘download this app’, so I’ve actually have been using actually apps since the […]
Jury finds man guilty in Charlotte County teen’s murder PORT CHARLOTTE, Fla.- One of the men accused of killing a Charlotte County teenager 14 years ago has been found guilty of first-degree murder. Phillip Barr was sentenced to life in prison without parole on Wednesday for the murder of 19-year-old Tara Sidarovich. Sidarovich disappeared on Oct. 1, 2001 while she was home alone, waiting for septic workers. Deputies found her […]
Google may bring ultra-fast Internet to Oklahoma, Florida MOUNTAIN VIEW, Calif. (AP) – Google is adding Oklahoma City and two cites in Florida to the list of communities in line for its ultra-fast Internet service. The plan announced Wednesday would bring the “Google Fiber” service to Jacksonville and Tampa in Florida in addition to Oklahoma City if company officials can work out the […]
Dennis Hastert pleads guilty, acknowledges hush-money scheme CHICAGO (AP) — Dennis Hastert pleaded guilty Wednesday to evading banking laws in a hush-money scheme, averting a potentially lurid trial by agreeing to a deal with prosecutors that recommends the former House speaker serve no more than six months in prison. In the written agreement, the Illinois Republican directly acknowledged for the first time […]