CAPE CORAL Gas leak closes portion of busy Cape Coral road Police are closing lanes along a busy road in Cape Coral due to a gas leak.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral man accused of raping 15-year-old The Cape Coral Police Department has arrested a man for the alleged rape of a 15-year-old.
fort myers beach Possible red tide appearing in SWFL may impact beachgoers Red tide, a harmful algae bloom that can infect people, animals, and ecosystems, has already begun to appear in Southwest Florida.
NAPLES Naples Water Department announces temporary change in water supply Some people might notice a change in their water beginning next week.
NAPLES Father drowns after trying to rescue 4-year-old son from pond in Collier County A man has drowned after chasing after a child who wandered into a pond at the Everly Apartments in Naples.
Tim Aten Knows: More changes coming to Mercato Tap 42 Craft Kitchen & Bar is shooting to open in the former space of AZN Azian Cuizine at the end of June or beginning of July.
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.
Celebrating the final Friday’s Furry Friends For the final Friday’s Furry Friends, WINK News reflects on the two years spent visiting the Gulf Coast Coast Human Society and the Collier County Domestic Animal Services.
WINK NEWS Survey: Florida ranks 3rd in lowest percentage of adult non-swimmers A recent poll by Poolonomics, which surveyed the country, found that Florida has the third-lowest percentage of adult non-swimmers.
THE WEATHER AUTHORITY Hot and mainly dry for your Friday plans The Weather Authority is tracking a hot and dry Friday in Southwest Florida with “feels like” temperatures ranging from 95 – 100°.
MARCO ISLAND Brown pelican found on Marco Beach with possible red tide poisoning A brown pelican was found on a Marco Island beach last week, showing signs of red tide toxicosis.
FORT MYERS Jeep flipped on its side after two-vehicle crash Authorities are responding to a car crash on Ortiz Avenue and Palm Beach Boulevard in Fort Myers.
The future of the Fort Myers Ferris wheel proposal Is the third time the charm? Downtown Fort Myers is buzzing over the idea of a new eye in the sky. On Thursday night, Steve Weathers gave his presentation on the proposed Ferris Wheel plan for the third time in a matter of months. Currently, nothing is set in stone. For the historic preservation committee, […]
LEE COUNTY SCHOOLS Lee County Schools approves new code of conduct The Lee County school board unanimously passed a new code of conduct on Thursday night, and there wasn’t any pushback, not even during public comment.
ALVA ‘I still feel like I’m under the water sometimes,’ Drowning survivor speaks out as community mourns A community mourns the death of three young men who died drowning in the Caloosahachee River on Saturday, May 18.
CAPE CORAL Gas leak closes portion of busy Cape Coral road Police are closing lanes along a busy road in Cape Coral due to a gas leak.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral man accused of raping 15-year-old The Cape Coral Police Department has arrested a man for the alleged rape of a 15-year-old.
fort myers beach Possible red tide appearing in SWFL may impact beachgoers Red tide, a harmful algae bloom that can infect people, animals, and ecosystems, has already begun to appear in Southwest Florida.
NAPLES Naples Water Department announces temporary change in water supply Some people might notice a change in their water beginning next week.
NAPLES Father drowns after trying to rescue 4-year-old son from pond in Collier County A man has drowned after chasing after a child who wandered into a pond at the Everly Apartments in Naples.
Tim Aten Knows: More changes coming to Mercato Tap 42 Craft Kitchen & Bar is shooting to open in the former space of AZN Azian Cuizine at the end of June or beginning of July.
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.
Celebrating the final Friday’s Furry Friends For the final Friday’s Furry Friends, WINK News reflects on the two years spent visiting the Gulf Coast Coast Human Society and the Collier County Domestic Animal Services.
WINK NEWS Survey: Florida ranks 3rd in lowest percentage of adult non-swimmers A recent poll by Poolonomics, which surveyed the country, found that Florida has the third-lowest percentage of adult non-swimmers.
THE WEATHER AUTHORITY Hot and mainly dry for your Friday plans The Weather Authority is tracking a hot and dry Friday in Southwest Florida with “feels like” temperatures ranging from 95 – 100°.
MARCO ISLAND Brown pelican found on Marco Beach with possible red tide poisoning A brown pelican was found on a Marco Island beach last week, showing signs of red tide toxicosis.
FORT MYERS Jeep flipped on its side after two-vehicle crash Authorities are responding to a car crash on Ortiz Avenue and Palm Beach Boulevard in Fort Myers.
The future of the Fort Myers Ferris wheel proposal Is the third time the charm? Downtown Fort Myers is buzzing over the idea of a new eye in the sky. On Thursday night, Steve Weathers gave his presentation on the proposed Ferris Wheel plan for the third time in a matter of months. Currently, nothing is set in stone. For the historic preservation committee, […]
LEE COUNTY SCHOOLS Lee County Schools approves new code of conduct The Lee County school board unanimously passed a new code of conduct on Thursday night, and there wasn’t any pushback, not even during public comment.
ALVA ‘I still feel like I’m under the water sometimes,’ Drowning survivor speaks out as community mourns A community mourns the death of three young men who died drowning in the Caloosahachee River on Saturday, May 18.
Friday Night Highlights ***It was incorrectly stated that Cape Coral beat Mariner****** Final Cape Coral High School 48 Mariner High School 57 Final North Fort Myers High School 44 Barron Collier High School 41 Final Gateway Charter High School 0 Community School of Naples 42 Final Palmetto Ridge High School 41 Lely High School 14 Final Cypress […]
Feds: Man who escaped Ohio prison in ’78 caught in Minnesota TOLEDO, Ohio (AP) — A convicted murderer who escaped from an Ohio prison in 1978 by cutting through cell bars and a fence was captured in Minnesota’s capital, where he had a job delivering newspapers, the U.S. Marshals Service said Friday. Oscar Juarez, 66, was among Ohio’s most wanted fugitives and evaded being caught while […]
“Stranger Danger” training: What you should tell your kids FORT MYERS, Fla.- Would your child know what to do in a “stranger danger” situation? With two attempted abductions this week in Fort Myers, the risk could be closer to you than ever. Noah Guak, with the United Martial Arts Academy, says he can help. Every week, Guak and his instructors teach defense classes in some Lee […]
Bill calling for witness protection could encourage tips in SWFL crimes FORT MYERS, Fla.- Solving crime in Lee County has proven to be a challenge for law enforcement. Many crimes remain unsolved, despite police and sheriff’s deputies attempts to gather information from witnesses. Some residents are too afraid to come forward, in fear of retaliation. Trish Routte with Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers is looking to fade that fear. “Right now […]
Downtown Fort Myers safety concerns linger ahead of event-filled weekend FORT MYERS, Fla. – The streets of downtown Fort Myers are expected to be crowded once again as an event-filled weekend is underway, however there’s still something looming around and everyone is still talking about it–the Zombicon shooting. “We’re ready to move on,” Pam Lemmerman, the owner of The Connection, said. “My remarks would be, […]
Drivers voice concerns over speeding trucks on SR-78 ALVA, Fla.- Concerned drivers are complaining about a parade of heavy trucks traveling on State Road 78, west of Alva in Lee County. Locals say dump, cement, and semi-trucks have used North River Road for years, as a shortcut to avoid State Road 80. The truck drivers can make better time on the small road and usually avoid […]
Column: Cowboys debacle shows value of reliable QB backup The most important position in the NFL is often the most vulnerable. Just look at the Dallas Cowboys, who have imploded since quarterback Tony Romo went down with a broken collarbone in Week 2. By the time Romo returns, it might be too late for the Cowboys. That said, Dallas is hardly the only team […]
VA secretary says demand outstripping extra resources WASHINGTON (AP) — Veterans’ hospitals and clinics are beefing up staff and seeing more patients, but the number of appointments not completed within 30 days continues to grow, Department of Veterans Affairs Robert McDonald said Friday. Speaking at the National Press Club in advance of Veterans Day, McDonald described a VA that is doing much […]
Fla. lawmakers consider new set of bills protecting first responders With increasing threats against first responders, Florida lawmakers say it’s time to give them new protections. Lawmakers hope a set of three new bills will cause someone to think twice before attacking law enforcement officials. The sponsor cites the murder of a Leon County deputy one year ago as example of why it’s needed. A man […]