Miracle Moment: little boy takes first steps at 4 years oldFamilies anxiously await repairs to Lakes Park splash pads
Miracle Moment: little boy takes first steps at 4 years old Landon hops to it and goes. Nothing’s holding him back. Especially not cerebral palsy. Landon has spastic diplegia cerebral palsy, a neurological disorder that makes it hard for him to walk. It’s a life-long complication after Landon was born severely premature.
FORT MYERS Families anxiously await repairs to Lakes Park splash pads With summer heat in full swing, Southwest Florida families are looking for ways to cool off.
Collier County Education Association continues bargaining for increased wages For years, teachers have been talking about how much it costs to live in Collier County, saying it doesn’t match what they’re getting paid, and they believe they deserve more.
CAPE CORAL OSHA takes over investigation of deadly tire explosion at Firestone The investigation into a deadly explosion inside a garage at a Firestone is out of the hands of local law enforcement, as the Occupational Safety and Health Administration has taken over.
FORT MYERS Man found unconscious at Hendry County hazmat scene appears in federal court The man arrested during a hazmat scene in Hendry county that made 20 first responders sick appeared in federal court in Fort Myers.
Protect yourself from mosquito-borne illnesses Mosquitoes, though small, pose a significant health risk by spreading diseases, like malaria and dengue fever.
Lee County Duo accused of stealing 70 cans of baby formula from Publix Two women are accused of stealing 70 cans of baby formula and drink powder from a Publix in Lee County.
COLLIER COUNTY Lawyer for Collier County family submits claim, wants NASA to pay for damages from falling debris The Otero family wants NASA to pay for damages to their home after an object fell through their roof and ceiling.
Capital Grille opens in south Fort Myers, Bahama Breeze launches in Naples Darden Restaurants ownership group long has had two of its flagship brands in Southwest Florida. Now, it has two each, following the completion of new Bahama Breeze and The Capital Grille locations that were years in the making.
sanibel WINK Weather Watchers: Waterspout seen near Sanibel While out fishing Saturday afternoon, WINK News Viewer Bryce McKinnon and his father, Donald McKinnon, captured this—a waterspout about 15 miles offshore of Sanibel Island.
COLLIER COUNTY 3 arrested after Collier County detectives find trafficking amounts of fentanyl Detectives arrested three people over the weekend after they found a trafficking amount of fentanyl and other drugs in their residence.
MARCO ISLAND Construction work on Bald Eagle Drive affects turn lanes Construction work to repair storm drains have begun on Bald Eagle Drive in Collier County.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers man sentenced to 7 years in prison for stabbing man in face A Fort Myers man has been sentenced to seven years in prison after a jury found him guilty of aggravated battery with a deadly weapon.
Promenades at Parkside owner reveals plans during wrecking ceremony The 26-acre Promenades at Parkside development that includdes Promenades Mall will soon be transformed into Port Charlotte’s new “downtown.”
Coming to Fort Myers: Howie Mandel and Marlon Wayans Two famous comedians are coming to town and they are set to perform at the Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall.
Miracle Moment: little boy takes first steps at 4 years old Landon hops to it and goes. Nothing’s holding him back. Especially not cerebral palsy. Landon has spastic diplegia cerebral palsy, a neurological disorder that makes it hard for him to walk. It’s a life-long complication after Landon was born severely premature.
FORT MYERS Families anxiously await repairs to Lakes Park splash pads With summer heat in full swing, Southwest Florida families are looking for ways to cool off.
Collier County Education Association continues bargaining for increased wages For years, teachers have been talking about how much it costs to live in Collier County, saying it doesn’t match what they’re getting paid, and they believe they deserve more.
CAPE CORAL OSHA takes over investigation of deadly tire explosion at Firestone The investigation into a deadly explosion inside a garage at a Firestone is out of the hands of local law enforcement, as the Occupational Safety and Health Administration has taken over.
FORT MYERS Man found unconscious at Hendry County hazmat scene appears in federal court The man arrested during a hazmat scene in Hendry county that made 20 first responders sick appeared in federal court in Fort Myers.
Protect yourself from mosquito-borne illnesses Mosquitoes, though small, pose a significant health risk by spreading diseases, like malaria and dengue fever.
Lee County Duo accused of stealing 70 cans of baby formula from Publix Two women are accused of stealing 70 cans of baby formula and drink powder from a Publix in Lee County.
COLLIER COUNTY Lawyer for Collier County family submits claim, wants NASA to pay for damages from falling debris The Otero family wants NASA to pay for damages to their home after an object fell through their roof and ceiling.
Capital Grille opens in south Fort Myers, Bahama Breeze launches in Naples Darden Restaurants ownership group long has had two of its flagship brands in Southwest Florida. Now, it has two each, following the completion of new Bahama Breeze and The Capital Grille locations that were years in the making.
sanibel WINK Weather Watchers: Waterspout seen near Sanibel While out fishing Saturday afternoon, WINK News Viewer Bryce McKinnon and his father, Donald McKinnon, captured this—a waterspout about 15 miles offshore of Sanibel Island.
COLLIER COUNTY 3 arrested after Collier County detectives find trafficking amounts of fentanyl Detectives arrested three people over the weekend after they found a trafficking amount of fentanyl and other drugs in their residence.
MARCO ISLAND Construction work on Bald Eagle Drive affects turn lanes Construction work to repair storm drains have begun on Bald Eagle Drive in Collier County.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers man sentenced to 7 years in prison for stabbing man in face A Fort Myers man has been sentenced to seven years in prison after a jury found him guilty of aggravated battery with a deadly weapon.
Promenades at Parkside owner reveals plans during wrecking ceremony The 26-acre Promenades at Parkside development that includdes Promenades Mall will soon be transformed into Port Charlotte’s new “downtown.”
Coming to Fort Myers: Howie Mandel and Marlon Wayans Two famous comedians are coming to town and they are set to perform at the Barbara B. Mann Performing Arts Hall.
Credit: The Weather Authority The Weather Authority has been tracking an area of showers and thunderstorms in the Caribbean, and now the National Hurricane Center is also monitoring it. The National Hurricane Center is now giving this area a 10% chance of development over the next 48 hours and seven days. The Weather Authority Meteorologists say, “Southwest Florida’s weather will not be impacted regardless of development as this system is moving away from the state.” NOAA released its 2024 hurricane season outlook at 10 a.m. on Thursday. They are calling for a very active season with an above-average amount of named storms, hurricanes, and major hurricanes. The first named storm on our 2024 naming list would be “Alberto.” An early season start is nothing new. Eight of the last nine years have featured a named storm before June 1. Although surface temperatures in the area remain above average, this disturbance will struggle to organize into a named storm. High wind shear will be its primary obstacle. Download the WINK Weather app, stream the latest forecast or WINK Doppler 3x anywhere you go.