Vehicle pursuit in Charlotte County ends in crash A pursuit between the Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office and a vehicle on Interstate 75 ended in a crash.
Red tide looms off Southwest Florida coastline Beware of the beach! Red tide is making its way towards Southwest Florida once again.
FORT MYERS BEACH $1.2 million approved for repairs for FMB and Sanibel schools This hurricane season left an expensive mess at Fort Myers Beach Elementary and the Sanibel school, but who’s paying the $1.2 million price tag?
FORT MYERS Teen carjacks woman after escaping mental health facility A teenager accused of carjacking a woman in a church parking lot on Friday had just escaped from a facility where he was being held under the Baker Act, according to the Lee County Sheriff’s Office.
Teachers union raises issues with Lee County School District after arbitration Being a teacher is just like any other profession. Teachers need to take days off, get sick, and sometimes cover for co-workers.
LABELLE LaBelle Animal Shelter hoping to raise money to avoid property being sold The owner of Animal Rescue Inc. in LaBelle is doing everything she can to prevent the shelter from disappearing in a matter of months.
County settlement allows Links of Naples golf course to redevelop into homes Collier County residents are vocalizing their concerns over the commissioner’s decision to develop housing on the Naples Golf Course.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers mayor weighs in on possible city hall relocation With Lee Memorial Hospital scheduled to close in 2027, discussions over what will replace the building are in full swing and whether Fort Myers City Hall is the right choice.
Toys for Tots: A 77-Year tradition of service and holiday cheer Toys for Tots aims to bring gifts to children and their families who may not be able to afford them for the holidays.
Inside the mind of accused CEO gunman WINK News is learning more about the man accused of shooting and killing a health insurance CEO on a New York City sidewalk last week, and breaking down what he may think of himself based on the writings he left behind.
1 dead after crash on Airport-Pulling Road in Collier County The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating a fatal crash involving a sedan and pick-up truck that occurred near Airport Pulling Road.
bonita springs Prostate cancer treatment aims to freeze further development When it comes to cancer treatment, several options come to mind, such as chemotherapy, surgery, and or radiation; however, there is another option that may prove to be as effective.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers man convicted of sexually assaulting teenager A Fort Myers man has been convicted of several charges, including the sexual assault of a 17-year-old teenager.
Red tide advisory issued for Clam Pass and Barefoot Beach The Florida Department of Health issued a red tide advisory after presence of the algae bloom was found near Clam Pass and Barefoot Beach in Collier County.
FORT MYERS RSW offering remote parking for the holidays Southwest Florida International Airport, RSW, is offering passengers RSWRemote, a reserved holiday parking option.
Vehicle pursuit in Charlotte County ends in crash A pursuit between the Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office and a vehicle on Interstate 75 ended in a crash.
Red tide looms off Southwest Florida coastline Beware of the beach! Red tide is making its way towards Southwest Florida once again.
FORT MYERS BEACH $1.2 million approved for repairs for FMB and Sanibel schools This hurricane season left an expensive mess at Fort Myers Beach Elementary and the Sanibel school, but who’s paying the $1.2 million price tag?
FORT MYERS Teen carjacks woman after escaping mental health facility A teenager accused of carjacking a woman in a church parking lot on Friday had just escaped from a facility where he was being held under the Baker Act, according to the Lee County Sheriff’s Office.
Teachers union raises issues with Lee County School District after arbitration Being a teacher is just like any other profession. Teachers need to take days off, get sick, and sometimes cover for co-workers.
LABELLE LaBelle Animal Shelter hoping to raise money to avoid property being sold The owner of Animal Rescue Inc. in LaBelle is doing everything she can to prevent the shelter from disappearing in a matter of months.
County settlement allows Links of Naples golf course to redevelop into homes Collier County residents are vocalizing their concerns over the commissioner’s decision to develop housing on the Naples Golf Course.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers mayor weighs in on possible city hall relocation With Lee Memorial Hospital scheduled to close in 2027, discussions over what will replace the building are in full swing and whether Fort Myers City Hall is the right choice.
Toys for Tots: A 77-Year tradition of service and holiday cheer Toys for Tots aims to bring gifts to children and their families who may not be able to afford them for the holidays.
Inside the mind of accused CEO gunman WINK News is learning more about the man accused of shooting and killing a health insurance CEO on a New York City sidewalk last week, and breaking down what he may think of himself based on the writings he left behind.
1 dead after crash on Airport-Pulling Road in Collier County The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating a fatal crash involving a sedan and pick-up truck that occurred near Airport Pulling Road.
bonita springs Prostate cancer treatment aims to freeze further development When it comes to cancer treatment, several options come to mind, such as chemotherapy, surgery, and or radiation; however, there is another option that may prove to be as effective.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers man convicted of sexually assaulting teenager A Fort Myers man has been convicted of several charges, including the sexual assault of a 17-year-old teenager.
Red tide advisory issued for Clam Pass and Barefoot Beach The Florida Department of Health issued a red tide advisory after presence of the algae bloom was found near Clam Pass and Barefoot Beach in Collier County.
FORT MYERS RSW offering remote parking for the holidays Southwest Florida International Airport, RSW, is offering passengers RSWRemote, a reserved holiday parking option.
Honoring fallen deputies and officers in Charlotte County. CREDIT WINK News The Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office is holding a ceremony Thursday night honoring Southwest Florida’s fallen officers who paid with their lives protecting us. One of the honored heroes will be Deputy Christopher Taylor, who was killed in a DUI crash on I-75 in late 2022. This year, the Law Enforcement Officer Memorial Event is particularly challenging for those attending. Officials from the sheriff’s office told WINK News that families of the fallen officers and deputies will be in attendance on Thursday. And they said the event is about coming together and leaning on one another. The memorial event has occurred for decades, but nearly six months ago, the Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office lost Deputy Taylor. Killed in the line of duty, Deputy Taylor was in the middle of a traffic stop with a suspected drunk driver. Deputy Taylor’s mother told WINK News she struggles daily knowing her son is no longer here. But she said events like the Law Enforcement Officer Memorial Event show her how much love the community has for her and her family. “I’m feeling very sad but also very proud of my son for what he accomplished in a short time he was here to do that,” Karen Taylor, Deputy Taylor’s mother, said. “There has been nothing but support,” Karen said. “100% satisfied with everything that CCSO has done for my son, about my son, honoring my son. I think it’s fantastic. He’ll never be forgotten.” Richard Taylor, Deputy Taylor’s grandfather, and Elisabeth Taylor, Deputy Taylor’s grandmother, also attended the event. WINK News had the chance to speak with them about what the ceremony meant to them. “he’s in heaven,” Richard said as he began to cry. “He’s in a better place. And I just… I feel sorry for the law enforcement people. I really do… what they have to go through.” “Christopher has just been a blessing to us. And I thank everybody who does all this for all of the officers and all the people who passed away,” Elisabeth said. “This year is very important to us. We lost an officer this year back in November. This is meaningful every year. I’ve been a part of law enforcement for quite some time, but this year is especially difficult because we did lose one,” Skip Conroy, the community affairs supervisor for the Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office, said. Derek Snider, the warden of the Charlotte Correctional Institution, talked with WINK News about why these heroes can never be forgotten. “You’re going to have time that’s going to go by that’s going to help you heal. But you cannot ever forget the sacrifices that these fallen heroes have put forth… and their family… and the staff. The staff are their family as well, and we all hurt when we have a fallen officer,” Warden Snider said. The memorial event started at 6 p.m. and ended at 7 p.m. at the Veterans Memorial Park in Port Charlotte. Deputy Taylor’s father was also at the ceremony but didn’t want to speak on camera. But with tears in his eyes, he told WINK News he’s thankful for the love and support from the community.