With temps on the rise, firefighters review hot car safety

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FORT MYERS, Fla.- The Fort Myers Beach Fire Department and Afa Towing teamed up to demonstrate how hot it can get inside a vehicle in just minutes, and dangerous the situation can become for a child or pet trapped inside.

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Reconnecting with WINK News viewer who called in during Ian

During the peak of Hurricane Ian, many SWFL residents tuned into WINK News, calling in for guidance.

Fight to keep Fort Myers Beach Elementary one year after Ian

The school’s future brought out so many emotions, from anger and sadness to tears and smiles, but one thing was obvious: the passion everyone had for the school.

Overcoming loss and pushing forward one year after Ian

When WINK first introduced Colleen Schilinski days after Ian had ripped apart her mobile home in Englewood, her story touched so many.

CCSO confirms arrest of Christopher Worrell, in connection with Jan. 6 Capitol riot

Christopher Worrell has been arrested by the FBI with the support of Collier County Sheriff’s Office in connection with the January 6 Capitol riot.

Damage recovery in Collier County one year after Hurricane Ian

The damage from Hurricane Ian is still being felt a year later, especially in areas such as Collier County.

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Florida infant dies after being left in hot car; babysitter charged

A 10-month-old child in Florida has died after her babysitter left her in a car while babysitting other children, authorities said Thursday.

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Florida leads nation in hot car deaths

So far this year, there have been ten hot car deaths across the country. Florida leads the nation with five of those tragedies in the state, according to kidsandcars.org.

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Hot Gulf temps affecting coral reefs

The heat we’re having is having a negative effect on important wildlife in the gulf.

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Monument unveiled at Cape Coral one year after Hurricane Ian

A rock monument was unveiled at Cape Coral on Hurricane Ian’s one-year anniversary.

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Resilient Lee takes steps to recovery one year after Ian

Lee County has taken a significant stride in its recovery journey by submitting a long-anticipated grant action plan to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.

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Lee County School District denies teachers’ grievance

The school district has denied the teacher’s union grievance, saying it will not come up with more money for those teachers.

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