ALVA Woodpeckers build home in Alva woman’s house You may have heard of squatters, but this woman is dealing with squawkers. Who needs a rooster to wake up when you have woodpeckers?
FORT MYERS Man claims he was trapped in a high-rise for 5 days A 77-year-old man wants justice after he claims he spent days trapped on the 24th floor of a high-rise apartment building.
PUNTA GORDA Charlotte Correctional prisoner arrested for death of another inmate State Attorney Amira Fox convened a grand jury, which decided to move forward with a case against a Charlotte Correctional inmate.
SANIBEL Construction near Dairy Queen eagle nest on Sanibel raises concerns While many eagle nests may be a bit difficult to see, one nest has always been a favorite for Sanibel residents and tourists.
The environmental effects of artificial sweeteners Experts are studying how the foods we eat affect the environment, especially after we flush our waste down the toilet.
Victim reacts to man exposing himself to her Ring camera You get a notification on your phone from your ring camera app that someone is at the door, only to find out it is someone exposing themselves. It’s the last thing victim Maria Kivi wanted or expected to see last week.
LEE COUNTY The art of capturing your eye and drawing you in How do you capture young, hip, trendy, fun, movers and shakers, all in a pose? We take you behind the scenes of a Gulfshore Life cover shoot.
FORT MYERS The lives of two SJC Boxers changed in the ring Two SJC Boxers, Mario Nunez and Arbon Kurtishi, help each other in the ring as each of them had their lives changed because of boxing.
FORT MYERS Chlamydia cases rising sharply in Lee County If you think about a crowded space- something with more than 250 people- if it’s in Lee county, statistically one person has chlamydia.
SANIBEL Sanibel resort day passes hope to get more business on the island A pass will allow vacationers to hang out at a Sanibel beach club for a day in hopes of drumming up some business.
Voting equipment tested ahead of Lee County elections Voting equipment is being tested in Lee County. This is to ensure all ballots are printed and counted correctly for the upcoming election.
Collier County teen assaulted after leaving party The teen has been charged and the sheriff’s office said they’re aware that many believe felony charges are in order, but under Florida law, there are very specific criteria that must be met for felony charges to be filed.
WINK weather team watching tropical wave over Atlantic Ocean The Weather Authority is watching a tropical disturbance over the Central Atlantic Ocean.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral drug bust leads investigators to fake fentanyl, cash and guns Cape Coral man arrest on drug charges. Investigators said they found, guns, drugs, and more than $32,000 in Richard Riley’s home.
NAPLES Naples youth flag football team to compete in Ohio tournament This weekend, the Naples Lunatics Green will compete in the Superhero Sports tournament in Canton, Ohio.
ALVA Woodpeckers build home in Alva woman’s house You may have heard of squatters, but this woman is dealing with squawkers. Who needs a rooster to wake up when you have woodpeckers?
FORT MYERS Man claims he was trapped in a high-rise for 5 days A 77-year-old man wants justice after he claims he spent days trapped on the 24th floor of a high-rise apartment building.
PUNTA GORDA Charlotte Correctional prisoner arrested for death of another inmate State Attorney Amira Fox convened a grand jury, which decided to move forward with a case against a Charlotte Correctional inmate.
SANIBEL Construction near Dairy Queen eagle nest on Sanibel raises concerns While many eagle nests may be a bit difficult to see, one nest has always been a favorite for Sanibel residents and tourists.
The environmental effects of artificial sweeteners Experts are studying how the foods we eat affect the environment, especially after we flush our waste down the toilet.
Victim reacts to man exposing himself to her Ring camera You get a notification on your phone from your ring camera app that someone is at the door, only to find out it is someone exposing themselves. It’s the last thing victim Maria Kivi wanted or expected to see last week.
LEE COUNTY The art of capturing your eye and drawing you in How do you capture young, hip, trendy, fun, movers and shakers, all in a pose? We take you behind the scenes of a Gulfshore Life cover shoot.
FORT MYERS The lives of two SJC Boxers changed in the ring Two SJC Boxers, Mario Nunez and Arbon Kurtishi, help each other in the ring as each of them had their lives changed because of boxing.
FORT MYERS Chlamydia cases rising sharply in Lee County If you think about a crowded space- something with more than 250 people- if it’s in Lee county, statistically one person has chlamydia.
SANIBEL Sanibel resort day passes hope to get more business on the island A pass will allow vacationers to hang out at a Sanibel beach club for a day in hopes of drumming up some business.
Voting equipment tested ahead of Lee County elections Voting equipment is being tested in Lee County. This is to ensure all ballots are printed and counted correctly for the upcoming election.
Collier County teen assaulted after leaving party The teen has been charged and the sheriff’s office said they’re aware that many believe felony charges are in order, but under Florida law, there are very specific criteria that must be met for felony charges to be filed.
WINK weather team watching tropical wave over Atlantic Ocean The Weather Authority is watching a tropical disturbance over the Central Atlantic Ocean.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral drug bust leads investigators to fake fentanyl, cash and guns Cape Coral man arrest on drug charges. Investigators said they found, guns, drugs, and more than $32,000 in Richard Riley’s home.
NAPLES Naples youth flag football team to compete in Ohio tournament This weekend, the Naples Lunatics Green will compete in the Superhero Sports tournament in Canton, Ohio.
Photo courtesy of Florida Attorney Haley Moss. A young woman made history as the first person to be open about her autism and practice law in Florida Parkland native Haley Moss, who is on the autism spectrum, was admitted to The Florida Bar in January. Not only did Moss graduate from University of Miami School of Law, she also works at a top law firm in Miami and has published several books to inspire others on the spectrum. Photo courtesy of Florida Attorney Haley Moss. “I’ve been working tirelessly to help change the conversation about autism,” Moss told WINK News during a video chat. “I’m one of the first that we know of that’s open about it.” Although, Moss has gained the distinction as the first known practicing lawyer with autism, she said there could be more in the workforce. “I’m sure there’s plenty of people who might be un-diagnosed or aren’t talking about it out of fear of discrimination or not feeling confident talking about it,” Moss said. The Parkland native was diagnosed at an early age. “I’m on the autism spectrum,” Moss said. “I was diagnosed when I was 3 years old.” Photo courtesy of Haley Moss. Doctor’s believed Moss would never be able to work a minimum-wage job or earn her driver’s license, Moss posted on Facebook. The professional diagnosis did not stop her from her personal goals. “My advice is to not set limits,” Moss said. “Being different isn’t less. It isn’t bad. It’s just different, and different can be extraordinary.” Moss does not set boundaries for herself regarding what she wants to achieve for herself. “There are plenty of things that are difficult for me, but I want you to see what I’m good at,” Moss said. The 21-year-old attorney is now practicing health and international law at a prestigious law firm in Miami. Moss hopes her journey can show anyone living with autism that it’s possible to achieve your goals. “The biggest misconception is to not see us not just for disabilities,” Moss said. “To see us for what we can do rather for what we can’t and, to see us for our strength rather than our weaknesses.” Companies are recognizing people who live on the autism spectrum. CBS News reported last year, 50 big-name companies, including JP Morgan, Ford and Ernst & Young, held a summit to hire more adults with autism into the workplace. “I think it’s absolutely important to hire people on the autism spectrum,” Moss said. “Many of us are unemployed or underemployed.” Moss has written two published books – “Middle School – The Stuff Nobody Tells You About: A Teenage Girl with ASD Shares Her Experiences” and “A Freshman Survival Guide for College Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders : The Stuff Nobody Tells You About!” “Everybody has different gifts and talents,” Moss said. “And it’s up to parents and people on the spectrum to explore and nurture those talents and gifts.”