TALLAHASSEE (CBS) Governor DeSantis signs AI and vape bills Gov. Ron DeSantis on Friday signed 28 bills, including a measure requiring disclaimers on certain political ads created using artificial intelligence and a bill about regulation of vape products.
ESTERO Gold Star Golf Tournament honors fallen veteran Behind each putt and swing of a golf club at the Gold Star Golf Tournament is someone who knew John Wirka Junior.
NEW YORK (AP) How TikTok grew from a fun app for teens into a potential national security threat If it feels like TikTok has been around forever, that’s probably because it has, at least if you’re measuring via internet time. What’s now in question is whether it will be around much longer and, if so, in what form?
FORT MYERS Man wanted for armed robbery at Fort Myers convenience store Crime Stoppers is asking the public for help identifying an armed robber who held up a convenience store Saturday morning.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA WINK Neighborhood Watch: Rifles, inappropriate texts and Donut shop debacle This week’s segment of WINK Neighborhood Watch features a scary mall trip, an inappropriate coach, and a Dunkin Donuts assault.
The Weather Authority: Sunny Saturday with a nice breeze; fire danger increases Warm temperatures for your Saturday with a nice breeze into the afternoon.
NORTH NAPLES Senior Airman surprises cousin on Aubrey Rogers softball senior night Aubrey Rogers senior pitcher and infielder McKenzie Vargas was surprised by her Air Force cousin for Senior Night.
BONITA SPRINGS Police: 15-year-old injured after accidentally shot in the leg Lee County deputies say the teen was accidentally shot in the leg.
PUNTA GORDA Exclusive: Brother and best friend of accused pedophile priest speak out Riley’s brother reached out to WINK on Friday, saying people aren’t getting the full story.
IMMOKALEE Caught on video: Huge gator crosses Immokalee neighborhood Fridays in Florida are for gators
FORT MYERS FGCU softball pitcher making a name for herself One season in FGCU, freshman pitcher Allison Sparkman is already ruffling feathers in the circle.
Surrendering-pets trend at Gulf Coast Humane Society raises concerns An large amount of pets are being surrendered by their owners. About half of the dogs at the Gulf Coast Humane Society are surrender dogs.
Students benefitting from millions in sales tax dollars So far, the voter-approved half-cent sales tax has brought in $507 million for the Lee County School District.
PORT CHARLOTTE ‘Shady’: One woman feels misled after federal student loan consolidation It takes some people decades to pay off their student loans. One woman’s last payment was in sight until she took a gamble she said she was told to take.
FORT MYERS Homeless encampments inch closer to neighborhoods Law enforcement has swept multiple encampments, cleaning the trails of mess and muck left behind, and some of these encampments are right in our backyards.
TALLAHASSEE (CBS) Governor DeSantis signs AI and vape bills Gov. Ron DeSantis on Friday signed 28 bills, including a measure requiring disclaimers on certain political ads created using artificial intelligence and a bill about regulation of vape products.
ESTERO Gold Star Golf Tournament honors fallen veteran Behind each putt and swing of a golf club at the Gold Star Golf Tournament is someone who knew John Wirka Junior.
NEW YORK (AP) How TikTok grew from a fun app for teens into a potential national security threat If it feels like TikTok has been around forever, that’s probably because it has, at least if you’re measuring via internet time. What’s now in question is whether it will be around much longer and, if so, in what form?
FORT MYERS Man wanted for armed robbery at Fort Myers convenience store Crime Stoppers is asking the public for help identifying an armed robber who held up a convenience store Saturday morning.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA WINK Neighborhood Watch: Rifles, inappropriate texts and Donut shop debacle This week’s segment of WINK Neighborhood Watch features a scary mall trip, an inappropriate coach, and a Dunkin Donuts assault.
The Weather Authority: Sunny Saturday with a nice breeze; fire danger increases Warm temperatures for your Saturday with a nice breeze into the afternoon.
NORTH NAPLES Senior Airman surprises cousin on Aubrey Rogers softball senior night Aubrey Rogers senior pitcher and infielder McKenzie Vargas was surprised by her Air Force cousin for Senior Night.
BONITA SPRINGS Police: 15-year-old injured after accidentally shot in the leg Lee County deputies say the teen was accidentally shot in the leg.
PUNTA GORDA Exclusive: Brother and best friend of accused pedophile priest speak out Riley’s brother reached out to WINK on Friday, saying people aren’t getting the full story.
IMMOKALEE Caught on video: Huge gator crosses Immokalee neighborhood Fridays in Florida are for gators
FORT MYERS FGCU softball pitcher making a name for herself One season in FGCU, freshman pitcher Allison Sparkman is already ruffling feathers in the circle.
Surrendering-pets trend at Gulf Coast Humane Society raises concerns An large amount of pets are being surrendered by their owners. About half of the dogs at the Gulf Coast Humane Society are surrender dogs.
Students benefitting from millions in sales tax dollars So far, the voter-approved half-cent sales tax has brought in $507 million for the Lee County School District.
PORT CHARLOTTE ‘Shady’: One woman feels misled after federal student loan consolidation It takes some people decades to pay off their student loans. One woman’s last payment was in sight until she took a gamble she said she was told to take.
FORT MYERS Homeless encampments inch closer to neighborhoods Law enforcement has swept multiple encampments, cleaning the trails of mess and muck left behind, and some of these encampments are right in our backyards.
Giving gifts always makes you feel good. There are presents that pay it forward to charities. You buy a present; they give to someone or something in need. Here are companies you can buy a gift for a loved one from and also pass on the job this holiday season. Screenshot from The Feed Project website Giving back to children in need A reusable grocery bag from The Feed Project provides 50 meals to school kids around the world. As of December 7, 2023, the company’s website claims it’s given close to 127,000,000 school meals. Buy a sustainable, bamboo toothbrush from Mable and you gift one to a US child in need. Half of all of Fazl Socks‘ profits goes to orphanages in India. Screenshot of Who Gives a Crap website Giving back to people in need Each bag bought from The Tote Project flights human trafficking and supports survivors. Totes cost between $25-$38. Over the past 10 years, they’ve donated $50,000 to the cause. A succulent garden from Lula’s Garden will provide six months of water for someone in a developing country. Your roll goes a long way at Who Gives A Crap. Half of all its profits help build toilets and improve sanitation around the world. Eyewear company Warby Parker has its ‘Buy a Pair, Give a Pair’ program. It claims its distributed more than 15 million pairs of glasses to people who need them around the world. Every pair of Bombas socks sold, they donate socks/shirts/underwear to homeless shelters, transitional living centers, street outreach teams, rehab centers, schools, etc. For every 10 Leesa mattresses sold, the company donates 1 to a family in need. Thrive Market is an online grocer where you can shop natural and organic products for less. Every annual membership sponsors a free membership for a family in need. That includes students, teachers, veterans, nurses and other first responders. Screenshot from Fahlo website Giving back to animals in need At Fahlo, you can buy a bracelet that’s linked to a real-life animal in the wild, like sea turtles, polar bears, lions and more. You can then track it. Giving back to the environment For every clothing or accessory purchased from Tentree, a tree is planted. So far, they’ve planted more than 100,000,000. With every t-shirt purchased over at Amour Vert, a tree is planted in North America. The company has planted more than 373,000 trees since 2010. Screenshot of Packed with Purpose website Giving back to multiple organizations in need of your support At Packed with Purpose, you can find gifts with impact for every occasion. Choose chocolates and help create jobs for veterans. Popcorn supports sustainable farming. Cookies open barriers for employment. Since they’ve launched, they’ve impacted a million and a half lives. Lotto Love puts a charitable spin on scratch-off lotto tickets. Just buy the ticket, give the gift, watch as they reveal which charities their gift helped. Buy a pair of socks from Conscious Socks, and you get to choose which organization your money will help. RELATED: A gift from the heart doesn’t have to cost a lot