State investigates former Lee County Sheriff consultant Collier County woman arrested twice for operating illicit massage parlor
State investigates former Lee County Sheriff consultant A source sent WINK News anchor Claire Galt an executive order saying the state is investigating Ken Romano, a consultant who was on the sheriff’s office payroll.
Collier County woman arrested twice for operating illicit massage parlor The Collier County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a woman accused of operating an illicit massage parlor, her second time arrested on this charge.
Mother accused of killing 4-month-old baby pleads not guilty A woman accused of killing her 4-month-old baby has pleaded not guilty to charges of aggravated manslaughter of a child and aggravated child abuse.
NAPLES Family of bears caught on camera in the Winding Cypress community You never know what you’ll see when you open the door in Florida, and for one WINK News viewer, it was a family of bears.
SOUTH FORT MYERS Former Uber driver who raped passenger sentenced to life in prison Justice has been served after a former Uber driver was sentenced to life in prison for raping his passenger.
CAPE CORAL Single boat crashes into Cape Coral home dock injuring 3 The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is investigating a boat crash in Cape Coral that injured three people.
NAPLES NCH becomes first in Florida to offer Van Gogh Biopsy Tool NCH has become the first healthcare provider in the state to offer the groundbreaking Van Gogh Biopsy tool from Aquyre Biosciences.
First full moon of 2025 peaks Monday evening If you take a look into the sky this evening, you will see the first full moon of 2025, otherwise known as the ‘Wolf Moon.’
1st reported Florida Panther death of 2025, killed by vehicle in Collier A vehicle in Collier County claimed the life of a critically endangered Florida Panther, marking the first death recorded in 2025.
Boston oncologist named medical director at Southwest Florida Proton Southwest Florida Proton’s new senior medical director once taught Dr. Arie Dosoretz in medical school. Now, he is her boss.
tallahassee Gov. DeSantis holds news conference at Florida Capitol Gov. Ron DeSantis is holding a news conference at the Florida Capitol in Tallahassee.
Man without license arrested for fatal Burnt Store Road crash The Lee County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a man accused of driving without a license causing death on Burnt Store Road.
Man sentenced to life for attempted first-degree murder of Sanibel police officer A man found guilty of attempted first-degree murder for shooting at a Sanibel police officer has been sentenced to life in prison.
THE WEATHER AUTHORITY Temperatures warm back up following cold streak this Monday The Weather Authority is tracking a noticeable temperature warm-up, with highs in the upper 70s to lower 80s this Monday.
Web Exclusive: Rachel Cox-Rosen’s Construction Heads-Up As construction may dampen your commute, WINK News traffic anchor Rachel Cox-Rosen knows the best way to traverse the roadways in this web-exclusive feature.
State investigates former Lee County Sheriff consultant A source sent WINK News anchor Claire Galt an executive order saying the state is investigating Ken Romano, a consultant who was on the sheriff’s office payroll.
Collier County woman arrested twice for operating illicit massage parlor The Collier County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a woman accused of operating an illicit massage parlor, her second time arrested on this charge.
Mother accused of killing 4-month-old baby pleads not guilty A woman accused of killing her 4-month-old baby has pleaded not guilty to charges of aggravated manslaughter of a child and aggravated child abuse.
NAPLES Family of bears caught on camera in the Winding Cypress community You never know what you’ll see when you open the door in Florida, and for one WINK News viewer, it was a family of bears.
SOUTH FORT MYERS Former Uber driver who raped passenger sentenced to life in prison Justice has been served after a former Uber driver was sentenced to life in prison for raping his passenger.
CAPE CORAL Single boat crashes into Cape Coral home dock injuring 3 The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is investigating a boat crash in Cape Coral that injured three people.
NAPLES NCH becomes first in Florida to offer Van Gogh Biopsy Tool NCH has become the first healthcare provider in the state to offer the groundbreaking Van Gogh Biopsy tool from Aquyre Biosciences.
First full moon of 2025 peaks Monday evening If you take a look into the sky this evening, you will see the first full moon of 2025, otherwise known as the ‘Wolf Moon.’
1st reported Florida Panther death of 2025, killed by vehicle in Collier A vehicle in Collier County claimed the life of a critically endangered Florida Panther, marking the first death recorded in 2025.
Boston oncologist named medical director at Southwest Florida Proton Southwest Florida Proton’s new senior medical director once taught Dr. Arie Dosoretz in medical school. Now, he is her boss.
tallahassee Gov. DeSantis holds news conference at Florida Capitol Gov. Ron DeSantis is holding a news conference at the Florida Capitol in Tallahassee.
Man without license arrested for fatal Burnt Store Road crash The Lee County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a man accused of driving without a license causing death on Burnt Store Road.
Man sentenced to life for attempted first-degree murder of Sanibel police officer A man found guilty of attempted first-degree murder for shooting at a Sanibel police officer has been sentenced to life in prison.
THE WEATHER AUTHORITY Temperatures warm back up following cold streak this Monday The Weather Authority is tracking a noticeable temperature warm-up, with highs in the upper 70s to lower 80s this Monday.
Web Exclusive: Rachel Cox-Rosen’s Construction Heads-Up As construction may dampen your commute, WINK News traffic anchor Rachel Cox-Rosen knows the best way to traverse the roadways in this web-exclusive feature.
Credit: WINK News As southwest Florida gears up for Hurricane Season and the excitement of summer vacation, there are timely opportunities to save big. WINK News viewer Bea Sanford emailed us and asked, “Can you let your viewers know what specifically is covered in the Florida Tax-Free Holiday? For example, is pet food included?” The first 2024 Disaster Preparedness Sales Tax Holiday coincides with the start of the 2024 Atlantic Hurricane Season. It occurs from Saturday, June 1, until Friday, June 14, 2024, and sales tax is waived on eligible items related to disaster preparedness. What’s Covered $20 or less: Reusable ice packs $40 or less: Portable light sources such as candles, flashlights, and lanterns $50 or less: Gas or diesel fuel containers Batteries, excluding automobile and boat batteries Portable radios (two-way and weather band) $60 or less: Coolers and ice chests Portable power banks Hurricane supplies (WINK News) $70 or less: Carbon monoxide detectors Fire extinguishers Smoke detectors or smoke alarms $3,000 or less: Portable generators RELATED: What to look out for in June as hurricane season approaches Pet Evacuation Supplies $10 or less: Wet cat or dog food (per can or pouch or the equivalent if sold in a box or case) $15 or less: Cat litter pans Collapsible or travel-size food or water bowls Hamster or rabbit substrate Manual can openers Pet waste disposal bags $20 or less: Collars Muzzles Leashes Pet pads $25 or less: Cat litter weighing 25lbs. or less $40 or less: Pet beds $100 or less: Bags of dry cat or dog food weighing 50 lbs. or less Pet carriers Portable kennels Over-the-counter pet medications A second tax holiday runs from Saturday, August 24, until Friday, September 6, 2024. To view the release from the Florida Department of Revenue, click here. RELATED: Colorado State University releases 2024 Atlantic hurricane outlook Freedom Month Sales Tax Holiday And the savings don’t end there. The Freedom Month Sales Tax Holiday happens in July. Items like fishing supplies, outdoor recreation equipment, and admissions to state parks and museums are all sales tax-free. Sunscreen is also included. Get a full list of items here.