Green algae sprouts in local waterways

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FORT MYERS, Fla. – Green algae is creeping into the Caloosahatchee River.

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Naples man killed in crash with pickup truck on Immokalee Rd

A Naples man is dead after a crash with a pickup truck on Immokalee Road in Collier County.

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Gas leak closes SR-31 off Palm Beach Blvd by Fort Myers Shores

Gas is spewing from a broken line on State Road 31 off Palm Beach Boulevard, closing SR-31 traffic in both directions.

Morning showers transition into Wednesday afternoon storms

Showers and storms are expected to begin in the mid-morning, particularly to the south in Collier County, before continuing to develop up along the coast into Lee County by the late morning. Storms will continue on and off until the late afternoon.

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2 waterspouts reported offshore of Marco Island

Two waterspouts were reported after 8 pm Tuesday.

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Will Naples have the Fourth of July fireworks celebration this year?

Naples’ Fourth of July celebration this year might look a little different with the pier closed…if the city decides to host it.

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Blue-green algae bloom in Fort Myers Shores

Smelly blue-green algae is covering the end of a boat launch at the Davis Boat Ramp at Fort Myers Shores.

FORT MYERS

Blue-Green Algae Task Force tackles future solutions to water crisis

The group assigned to tackle blue-green algae in Southwest Florida waterways is on the job, looking at solutions based on data it has collected.

FORT MYERS

Lee County Officer of the Year finalists: Fort Myers Police Lt. Nichole Greene

In the run-up to Saturday’s Law and Order Ball at the FSW Arena, WINK News will introduce you to each of the five candidates being considered for Lee County Officer of the Year, starting with Lt. Nichole Greene.