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Marco Island city manager responds to latest police scandal
Marco Island’s city manager has had his hands full in the wake of years of scandals involving the city’s police department.

Hot, humid forecast for Thursday
Our run of above-average heat continues, with high temperatures reaching the 80s across Southwest Florida. It will still feel humid and muggy as dew points remain in the 60s and 70s. As a result, areas of patchy dense fog will linger into the late morning. Boaters will find pleasant conditions on the water. One- to […]

Near-record heat with no rain in Tuesday’s forecast
High temperatures will reach the 80s under partly cloudy skies. It will sometimes feel humid, with dew points hitting the upper 60s and low 70s. Boaters can expect great conditions on the water. One- to 2-foot Gulf wave heights and a light chop are expected. No rain is in Tuesday’s forecast. We will keep […]

Police say 3 dead, 4 hurt in latest California shooting
Three people were killed and four others wounded in a shooting at a short-term rental home in an upscale Los Angeles neighborhood early Saturday morning, police said. The shooting occurred at about 2:30 a.m. in the Beverly Crest neighborhood. This is at least the sixth mass shooting in California this month. Sgt. Frank Preciado of […]
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Friday’s Furry Friends: Bentley, Max Mitchell, Koda
The Gulf Coast Humane Society has around 100 dogs in its shelter, all in need of loving homes. Every Friday, WINK News will introduce you to new dogs that could be the perfect additions to your family. This week: Bentley, Max Mitchell and Koda.

Punta Gorda man sentenced to 6 1/2 years for child pornography
A Punta Gorda man was sentenced on Friday to 6 1/2 years in prison for possessing child pornography.

Southwest Florida criminal defense attorney explains Trump indictment
WINK News spoke to Douglas Malloy, criminal defense attorney and former chief assistant U.S. attorney for Southwest Florida, about what former President Donald Trump’s indictment means on a legal level.

Bicyclist hospitalized in hit-and-run on Dean St in Bonita Springs
A bicyclist was hospitalized late Thursday night after being struck by a hit-and-run driver on Dean Street in Bonita Springs.