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Political experts believe Gov. DeSantis will announce presidential run after the legislative session
Governor Ron DeSantis is bringing his new book and confidence across the country. On Friday, he made a stop in Iowa.

WINK News’ March to a Million Meals raises more than $536K
Wednesday is the last day to participate in the WINK Feeds Families March to a Million Meals, which, thanks to you, has already surpassed its goal.

WINK News Launches Streaming App on Roku, Amazon, and Google Chromecast
All the resources of WINK News, Southwest Florida’s leading local news source, are now available on demand on your connected tv or smart tv on the new WINK Streaming App on Roku, Amazon Fire, and Google Chromecast. “With the new WINK News app viewers can watch newscasts, breaking news, weather forecasts, our live WINK Doppler […]

WINK News tours Lee County FEMA housing
Saturday morning WINK News is giving viewers an inside look into FEMA housing. WINK News got a tour of FEMA’s direct lease units inside the Edison Grand in downtown Fort Myers.
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4 people arrested for attempting to break into a Cape Coral home
The Cape Coral Police Department has arrested four people they say were trying to break into a home just after 1 a.m. Monday.

Cat recovering from Golden Gate brush fire injuries
A cat that survived a fire is called a warrior by the people caring for him. The cat, Liam, was badly burned on his pas during a brush fire in Collier County on Saturday. Liam is being cared for by the Collier County Department of Animal Services. The 4-year-old feline was aptly named Liam because […]

A new school, a new leader, a new vision: Lee County principal builds school from scratch amid teacher shortages
A lack of respect, not making a livable wage, and the need for better support are just a few things driving teachers to leave the education field.

Cape city council member questioned for not living in district she represents
A Cape Coral City Council member is being accused of not living in the district she represents.