Some flight cancelations loom over RSW as severe weather approaches parts of US36th critically endangered Florida panther death in 2024; struck by vehicle in Lee County
Some flight cancelations loom over RSW as severe weather approaches parts of US Holiday travel continues for many; however, due to severe weather in the eastern and southern United States, some flights have either been delayed or canceled.
36th critically endangered Florida panther death in 2024; struck by vehicle in Lee County A vehicle in Lee County claimed the life of a critically endangered Florida panther, marking the 36th death recorded in 2024.
the weather authority Increasing humidity, rain chances this weekend The Weather Authority is tracking increased humidity and higher rain chances this weekend.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral homeowner suing LCEC over damage from Milton A Cape Coral homeowner is taking Lee County Electric Cooperative to court after losing their home in Hurricane Milton.
CHARLOTTE HARBOR Local barbershop to hold fundraiser for fallen Charlotte County Sergeant Pioneer Cuts Barber Shop in Port Charlotte will donate 100 percent of the proceeds from every customer who comes in on Saturday.
CAPE CORAL Fire ignites in Cape Coral garage Authorities are responding to a house fire that ignited Friday night at a home in Cape Coral.
NAPLES Ciro Dominguez: wrap up of first year as Naples police chief Chief of Naples Police Department Ciro Dominguez started his law enforcement career at the NPD in 1982.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Where does the money go? $85 Million donation boosts non-profits in SWFL Last month billionaire Tom Golisano gave 41 of our non-profits a total of $85 million.
PORT CHARLOTTE FWC making progress in removing boats; neighbors aren’t convinced Derelict boats are still scattered in places like North Fort Myers, Fisherman’s Village in Punta Gorda or the Port Charlotte Beach Park.
A look back on some ‘miracle moments’ from 2024 Throughout the year, Wink News anchor Amanda Hall introduced us to dozens of kids persevering through illnesses and injuries. They’re our “Miracle moments.”
Updates on repairs to wall damaged by I-75 plane crash in February A grim reminder of a tragedy that hit Southwest Florida may soon go away.
Breast cancer treatment side effect for women of color Women undergoing chemotherapy for breast cancer often face many side effects. One, called neuropathy, causes extreme pain and research shows it happens more often to Black women.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Top 5 influential medical stories of 2024 This past year saw several major milestones, some of which involved a great deal of money- that impacted the health of our community.
BONITA SPRINGS Fire Station 27 in Bonita Springs reopens after Hurricane Milton Fire Station 27 has reopened in Bonita Springs, showing more signs of recovery following the damage from Hurricane Milton.
FORT MYERS Donating artificial trees to help families in need If you’re thinking of throwing away that artificial tree you have and going green in the future, don’t bring it to the curb.
Some flight cancelations loom over RSW as severe weather approaches parts of US Holiday travel continues for many; however, due to severe weather in the eastern and southern United States, some flights have either been delayed or canceled.
36th critically endangered Florida panther death in 2024; struck by vehicle in Lee County A vehicle in Lee County claimed the life of a critically endangered Florida panther, marking the 36th death recorded in 2024.
the weather authority Increasing humidity, rain chances this weekend The Weather Authority is tracking increased humidity and higher rain chances this weekend.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral homeowner suing LCEC over damage from Milton A Cape Coral homeowner is taking Lee County Electric Cooperative to court after losing their home in Hurricane Milton.
CHARLOTTE HARBOR Local barbershop to hold fundraiser for fallen Charlotte County Sergeant Pioneer Cuts Barber Shop in Port Charlotte will donate 100 percent of the proceeds from every customer who comes in on Saturday.
CAPE CORAL Fire ignites in Cape Coral garage Authorities are responding to a house fire that ignited Friday night at a home in Cape Coral.
NAPLES Ciro Dominguez: wrap up of first year as Naples police chief Chief of Naples Police Department Ciro Dominguez started his law enforcement career at the NPD in 1982.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Where does the money go? $85 Million donation boosts non-profits in SWFL Last month billionaire Tom Golisano gave 41 of our non-profits a total of $85 million.
PORT CHARLOTTE FWC making progress in removing boats; neighbors aren’t convinced Derelict boats are still scattered in places like North Fort Myers, Fisherman’s Village in Punta Gorda or the Port Charlotte Beach Park.
A look back on some ‘miracle moments’ from 2024 Throughout the year, Wink News anchor Amanda Hall introduced us to dozens of kids persevering through illnesses and injuries. They’re our “Miracle moments.”
Updates on repairs to wall damaged by I-75 plane crash in February A grim reminder of a tragedy that hit Southwest Florida may soon go away.
Breast cancer treatment side effect for women of color Women undergoing chemotherapy for breast cancer often face many side effects. One, called neuropathy, causes extreme pain and research shows it happens more often to Black women.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Top 5 influential medical stories of 2024 This past year saw several major milestones, some of which involved a great deal of money- that impacted the health of our community.
BONITA SPRINGS Fire Station 27 in Bonita Springs reopens after Hurricane Milton Fire Station 27 has reopened in Bonita Springs, showing more signs of recovery following the damage from Hurricane Milton.
FORT MYERS Donating artificial trees to help families in need If you’re thinking of throwing away that artificial tree you have and going green in the future, don’t bring it to the curb.
Brian Laundrie home in North Port. Credit: WINK News. Gabby Petito’s fiancé, Brian Laundrie, flew home in the middle of their trip before joining her again out west, Laundrie’s attorney, Steve Bertolino, confirmed Tuesday. We also confirmed a change in the timeline of this case: Laundrie’s parents say they last saw their son a day earlier than they originally reported to the FBI. Bertolino says Laundrie actually went on a hike on Sept. 13 after he came home from the trip without Gabby instead of Tuesday, Sept. 14. Bertolino says Laundrie’s parents were mistaken about what happened on those two days. The attorney says the parents and the FBI now agree on the dates. We spoke with a legal expert who says there is an important distinction between a mistake and not telling the whole story, which could impact Brian’s parents. “And to be honest with you, they probably wouldn’t tell the truth to begin with,” said Joe Petito, Gabby’s father. Gabby’s family spoke to Dr. Phil. The family says they had zero communication with Laundrie’s parents. “A normal parent, when you text someone you’re calling the cops because you can’t find your child, they would reply. No nothing. No response,” Joe said. According to the family’s lawyer, the Laundries had to clarify some items with the FBI before the timeline changed. “If it was their faulty memory or if it was relying on information they thought they had, it was simply a mistake. You can’t be prosecuted for a simple mistake,” said Pamella Seay, and FGCU professor of legal studies. Seay says that distinction is critical for investigators to determine. “If it was done on purpose, if they purposefully lied to the police, then, that could be considered obstruction of justice,” Seay said. We also know Laundrie flew back to Florida Aug. 17 during the couple’s road trip, five days after they were pulled over in Moab, Utah. Laundrie returned to clean out a storage unit. On Sept. 1, he returned home and saw his family without Gabby. The family went on their camping trip Sept. 6. All of this while Gabby’s family thought the worst for both. “We thought Brian was actually missing too,” stepfather Joe Schmitt said. “I was worried about both of them,” Nicole Schmitt said. While the world waits for answers, Gabby Petito’s family demands them. “I’m a dad. I make my kids stand up for their decisions,” Joe said. “I’m your dad, I’ll help you, I’ll walk you through that path. But you’re going to own up to your mistake because that’s what a parent does. I’m sorry.” Brian Laundrie is wanted by the FBI for using a credit card after Gabby Petito’s death. They spent days searching for him in the Carlton Reserve. They have since scaled that search back there.