FMPD warns of holiday scam alert targeting USPS, FedEx usersRoad rage incident leads to arrest of machete-wielding man in Lee County
WINK NEWS FMPD warns of holiday scam alert targeting USPS, FedEx users The Fort Myers Police Department is warning the public of a holiday scam involving a fraudulent text message targeting USPS and FedEx users.
Road rage incident leads to arrest of machete-wielding man in Lee County The Lee County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a man accused of road rage and threatening to assault a woman with a machete.
NAPLES Naples Airport Authority launches noise complaint app The Naples Airport Authority has launched a new, free mobile app for residents that makes submitting noise comments about aircraft operations quick and convenient.
SANIBEL Man found guilty of attempted first-degree murder for shooting Sanibel police officer The man who shot a Sanibel police officer while he conducted a traffic stop has been found guilty on multiple charges.
Dead person discovered at I-75 rest stop in Fort Myers; death investigation underway Florida Highway Patrol troopers discovered a dead body at an Interstate 75 rest area in Fort Myers, provoking a death investigation.
Holiday air travel expected to break records; here’s how to prepare AAA is projecting holiday travel to break records, with nearly 7.85 million passengers expected to take to the skies for seasonal travel.
the weather authority Scattered storms and mostly cloudy this Tuesday The Weather Authority is tracking cloudy conditions and scattered storms throughout Tuesday afternoon.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers police investigate crash on Colonial Boulevard, 3 injured The Fort Myers Police Department is investigating a crash that occurred at the intersection of Colonial Boulevard and Challenger Boulevard.
CHARLOTTE HARBOR Witnesses recall moments leading to the loss of Sergeant Elio Diaz It’s been one day since Charlotte County Sergeant Elio Diaz was killed in the line of duty.
CHARLOTTE HARBOR Charlotte County mourns the tragic loss of Sergeant Elio Diaz Sergeant Elio Diaz is the second deputy the Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office has lost in the last two years.
NAPLES ‘Magic of Lights’ display brings holiday cheer to Naples The Paradise Coast Sports Complex will be hosting a drive-through holiday event throughout December.
ESTERO FGCU Hall of Famer Chris Sale reflects on comeback season Following one of the best seasons for a pitcher this century, Atlanta Brave and FGCU Hall of Famer Chris Sale needs more room on his mantle.
FORT MYERS Fatal crash involving motorcycle in Fort Myers A crash between a motorcycle and a car has left at least one person dead in Fort Myers.
charlotte harbor Memorial created for sergeant killed in line of duty By all accounts, Sergeant Diaz was beloved in his community and never hesitated to help those in need. Those who knew him say he was funny, selfless and a hero which is why a memorial in his honor was started Monday.
FORT MYERS BEACH FMB Town Council approves luxury condos at Red Coconut RV park Fort Myers Beach Town Council approved development plans on Monday to turn the RV park into 137 luxury condos with beachfront views.
WINK NEWS FMPD warns of holiday scam alert targeting USPS, FedEx users The Fort Myers Police Department is warning the public of a holiday scam involving a fraudulent text message targeting USPS and FedEx users.
Road rage incident leads to arrest of machete-wielding man in Lee County The Lee County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a man accused of road rage and threatening to assault a woman with a machete.
NAPLES Naples Airport Authority launches noise complaint app The Naples Airport Authority has launched a new, free mobile app for residents that makes submitting noise comments about aircraft operations quick and convenient.
SANIBEL Man found guilty of attempted first-degree murder for shooting Sanibel police officer The man who shot a Sanibel police officer while he conducted a traffic stop has been found guilty on multiple charges.
Dead person discovered at I-75 rest stop in Fort Myers; death investigation underway Florida Highway Patrol troopers discovered a dead body at an Interstate 75 rest area in Fort Myers, provoking a death investigation.
Holiday air travel expected to break records; here’s how to prepare AAA is projecting holiday travel to break records, with nearly 7.85 million passengers expected to take to the skies for seasonal travel.
the weather authority Scattered storms and mostly cloudy this Tuesday The Weather Authority is tracking cloudy conditions and scattered storms throughout Tuesday afternoon.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers police investigate crash on Colonial Boulevard, 3 injured The Fort Myers Police Department is investigating a crash that occurred at the intersection of Colonial Boulevard and Challenger Boulevard.
CHARLOTTE HARBOR Witnesses recall moments leading to the loss of Sergeant Elio Diaz It’s been one day since Charlotte County Sergeant Elio Diaz was killed in the line of duty.
CHARLOTTE HARBOR Charlotte County mourns the tragic loss of Sergeant Elio Diaz Sergeant Elio Diaz is the second deputy the Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office has lost in the last two years.
NAPLES ‘Magic of Lights’ display brings holiday cheer to Naples The Paradise Coast Sports Complex will be hosting a drive-through holiday event throughout December.
ESTERO FGCU Hall of Famer Chris Sale reflects on comeback season Following one of the best seasons for a pitcher this century, Atlanta Brave and FGCU Hall of Famer Chris Sale needs more room on his mantle.
FORT MYERS Fatal crash involving motorcycle in Fort Myers A crash between a motorcycle and a car has left at least one person dead in Fort Myers.
charlotte harbor Memorial created for sergeant killed in line of duty By all accounts, Sergeant Diaz was beloved in his community and never hesitated to help those in need. Those who knew him say he was funny, selfless and a hero which is why a memorial in his honor was started Monday.
FORT MYERS BEACH FMB Town Council approves luxury condos at Red Coconut RV park Fort Myers Beach Town Council approved development plans on Monday to turn the RV park into 137 luxury condos with beachfront views.
Photo via WNIK News A crime spree whips through Cape Coral coming to a wild end in North Fort Fort Myers. The Cape Coral Police Department has confirmed two subjects have been detained at a Motel 6 in North Fort Myers in connection to three armed robberies in Lee County Friday. The Motel 6 on North Key Drive off North Cleveland Avenue is where a WINK News reporter on the scene and saw one person put into handcuffs and questioned. Cape Coral police responded to the scene of two separate robberies along Del Prado Boulevard this morning, one at a 7-Eleven gas station and another at an Achieva Bank ATM near Walmart. The Lee County Sheriff’s Office responded to a third robbery at a Mobil Gas station at the intersection of Hancock Bridge Parkway and Orange Grove Blvd. 7-Eleven investigation. Photo via WINK News A woman says she was at the Achieva bank ATM, when a man wearing a mask approached her pointing a gun. demanding cash. The man, for an unknown reason, left without getting any money. Police say, the suspect fled the bank parking lot and went to a 7-Eleven gas station down the road and did the same thing. A victim handed over their wallet to the suspect. After that he entered the gas station and pointed his gun at the clerk and demanded money but the clerk refused. The suspect fired his gun then fled the scene. Police say there were no injuries during the robberies. The investigation continues.