WINK Neighborhood Watch: Deadly shooter, home invasion and drug traffickingPedestrian dead after crash on McGregor Boulevard
WINK Neighborhood Watch: Deadly shooter, home invasion and drug trafficking This week’s segment of WINK Neighborhood Watch features deadly shootings, home invasions and drug trafficking.
FORT MYERS Pedestrian dead after crash on McGregor Boulevard The Fort Myers Police Department is investigating a crash that left at least one person dead Saturday night.
Sunday brings sun and clouds with chance for a stray shower The Weather Authority forecasts another seasonal day across Southwest Florida, with temperatures reaching the upper 70s to low 80s this afternoon.
Family of Eagles: FGCU volleyball star graduates with Master’s Degree Saturday marked a special day for Florida Gulf Coast University as more than 1,800 students graduated. For one student-athlete, graduating from FGCU runs in the family.
lehigh acres LCSO: Man shot by car owner protecting property The Lee County Sheriff’s Office responded to a shooting in Lehigh Acres early Saturday morning.
NORTH FORT MYERS Lee County residents wait hours for D-SNAP assistance The supplemental nutrition assistance program (SNAP) is at the Lee Civic Center all weekend, ready to help southwest Florida.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA First eaglet hatches in famous SWFL eagle nest Welcome E24! The third eaglet from the nest of M15 and F23 has hatched according to the Southwest Florida eagle camera.
Rock for Equality: SWFL non-profit hosts benefit concert for Palestine A Southwest Florida non-profit hosted a benefit concert on Friday night to help with humanitarian aid in Palestine.
Warm, breezy Saturday with a few showers possible The Weather Authority is forecasting a breezy, warm weekend in store across Southwest Florida, with the chance of a few showers, particularly on Saturday.
CAPE CORAL Active investigation underway in South Cape Coral Cape Coral police are investigating at a home on Southwest 49th Terrace in South Cape Coral early Saturday morning.
16 transported after 2 airboats crash in Collier County According to the Collier County Sheriff’s Office, two airboats crashed south of U.S. 41 east between mile markers 74 and 75, leaving well over a dozen people injured.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA New bill filed: Auto shop and law enforcement must work together to solve hit-and-run crashes There could be new detectives on the block, located in your nearest auto shop. A new state bill aims at trying to stop hit-and-run drivers from getting away.
CAPE CORAL New leash on life; Cape Coral shelter dog beats cancer with drug being tested for humans A drug now being studied in human trials to kill cancerous tumors, is already approved and helping animals.
CAPE CORAL City of Cape Coral planning a new interchange with I-75 The city of Cape Coral is in the early stages of planning a new interchange with I-75, an idea that has been discussed for more than a decade.
Tracking invasive species after hurricanes Hurricanes Helene and Milton didn’t just bring wind and rain, they brought new threats to southwest Florida’s ecosystem.
WINK Neighborhood Watch: Deadly shooter, home invasion and drug trafficking This week’s segment of WINK Neighborhood Watch features deadly shootings, home invasions and drug trafficking.
FORT MYERS Pedestrian dead after crash on McGregor Boulevard The Fort Myers Police Department is investigating a crash that left at least one person dead Saturday night.
Sunday brings sun and clouds with chance for a stray shower The Weather Authority forecasts another seasonal day across Southwest Florida, with temperatures reaching the upper 70s to low 80s this afternoon.
Family of Eagles: FGCU volleyball star graduates with Master’s Degree Saturday marked a special day for Florida Gulf Coast University as more than 1,800 students graduated. For one student-athlete, graduating from FGCU runs in the family.
lehigh acres LCSO: Man shot by car owner protecting property The Lee County Sheriff’s Office responded to a shooting in Lehigh Acres early Saturday morning.
NORTH FORT MYERS Lee County residents wait hours for D-SNAP assistance The supplemental nutrition assistance program (SNAP) is at the Lee Civic Center all weekend, ready to help southwest Florida.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA First eaglet hatches in famous SWFL eagle nest Welcome E24! The third eaglet from the nest of M15 and F23 has hatched according to the Southwest Florida eagle camera.
Rock for Equality: SWFL non-profit hosts benefit concert for Palestine A Southwest Florida non-profit hosted a benefit concert on Friday night to help with humanitarian aid in Palestine.
Warm, breezy Saturday with a few showers possible The Weather Authority is forecasting a breezy, warm weekend in store across Southwest Florida, with the chance of a few showers, particularly on Saturday.
CAPE CORAL Active investigation underway in South Cape Coral Cape Coral police are investigating at a home on Southwest 49th Terrace in South Cape Coral early Saturday morning.
16 transported after 2 airboats crash in Collier County According to the Collier County Sheriff’s Office, two airboats crashed south of U.S. 41 east between mile markers 74 and 75, leaving well over a dozen people injured.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA New bill filed: Auto shop and law enforcement must work together to solve hit-and-run crashes There could be new detectives on the block, located in your nearest auto shop. A new state bill aims at trying to stop hit-and-run drivers from getting away.
CAPE CORAL New leash on life; Cape Coral shelter dog beats cancer with drug being tested for humans A drug now being studied in human trials to kill cancerous tumors, is already approved and helping animals.
CAPE CORAL City of Cape Coral planning a new interchange with I-75 The city of Cape Coral is in the early stages of planning a new interchange with I-75, an idea that has been discussed for more than a decade.
Tracking invasive species after hurricanes Hurricanes Helene and Milton didn’t just bring wind and rain, they brought new threats to southwest Florida’s ecosystem.
The spooky season starts in October. Here are some Halloween events happening in Southwest Florida … Halloween Nights Hosted by Wonder Gardens Oct. 5 – Oct. 28 27180 Old 41 Road, Bonita Springs The Haunted Walk: Dead by Dawn Calusa Nature Center and the Lee County Visitor & Convention Bureau Every weekend of October beginning Oct. 6 3450 Ortiz Ave., Fort Myers Trick or Trot 5k Trail Run Hosted by Zoomers Southwest Florida Running & Triathlon Club Oct. 21 Myakkahatchee Creek Environmental Park, North Port Fall Festival & Haunted Nights Hosted by Springtime Adventure Park Oct. 21 – 22 10761 Aqua Vista Lane, North Fort Myers Trunk or Treat Hosted by the City of Cape Coral Oct. 27 Cape Coral City Hall, 1015 Cultural Park Blvd. FSW Campuses Host Family-Friendly Halloween Events Fort Myers Campus: Tuesday, Oct. 24, 5-7 p.m. at the Suncoast Credit Union Arena, 8099 College Parkway, Fort Myers LaBelle Center: Wednesday, Oct. 25. 5-7 p.m., 1092 East Cowboy Way, LaBelle Naples Campus: Thursday, Oct. 26, 5-7 p.m. on the M Lawn, 7505 Grand Lely Drive, Naples Punta Gorda Campus: Friday, Oct. 27, 5-7 p.m. on the Lawn behind Building B, 26300 Airport Road, Punta Gorda All events are free and open to the public. Only children ages 12 and under can wear masks or carry fake weapons at these events. Attendees are also asked to choose costumes, ensuring they are appropriate for a family-friendly environment. For more information about these events, contact the FSW Office of Student Engagement at 239-489-9246 or email engage@fsw.edu. Halloween Happenings At Collier County Parks & Recreation: Register online at collierparks.com Family Halloween Monster Bash Friday, October 20 – 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Cost: $3 Golden Gate Community Center, 4701 Golden Gate Parkway, Naples Halloween Bash is set for all family members to have a fun night of dancing, music, games, and treats! All guests must be in “Family Friendly Costumes” to attend!! For more information, call (239) 252-4180. Haunted Candy House Creation Friday, October 20 – 5:00 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Cost: $12 Vineyards Community Park, 6231 Arbor Boulevard, Naples Children will use an assortment of candy, frosting, and cookies to design their own haunted candy house! Everything is included to make a yummy work of art! Please pre-register by October 16. Ages 4-12. For more information, call (239) 252-4105. Halloween Trunk or Treat Friday, October 20 – 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Cost: $5 (max five persons) Big Corkscrew Island Regional Park, 810 39th Avenue Northeast, Naples Join us for our first annual Halloween Trunk or Treat at Big Corkscrew Island Regional Park. Activities include music, candy, crafts, costume contests, prizes & more. Wristbands will be distributed October 17- 20 from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. at the Big Corkscrew Island Regional Park Community Center. For more information, call (239) 252-4900. Trunk or Treat Halloween Event Friday, October 27 – 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Cost: Free Immokalee Community Park, 321 North 1st Street, Immokalee This is a free event for all ages. If you want to participate, please call (239) 252-4449. Collier County Boo-Tacular 2023 Friday, October 27 – 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Cost: $3 Pre-Registration and $5 Day of Event North Collier Regional Park, 15000 Livingston Road, Naples Calling All Ghosts and Goblins! This Halloween, get ready to experience Collier County Boo-Tacular! Fun for the entire family. Costume Contests begin at 6:45 p.m. (5 Categories: 0-3, 4-7, 8-12, 13-17 and Family Group). Activities include entertainment, a haunted trail (non-scary – 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.), bounce houses, games, crafts, food trucks, face painting, a trick-or-treat lane, and food truck vendors. For more information, call (239) 252-4000. Howl-O-Ween Doggie Costume Contest & Parade Saturday, October 28 – 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Cost: Free Veterans Community Park, 1895 Veterans Park Drive, Naples This event will be held at Rover Run Dog Park, located at Veterans Community Park. Bring your dog in costume! For more information, call (239) 252-8811. For more fall events go to Gulfshore Life.