San Carlos Island residents concerned about 240-room hotelBurger King Bandit breaks into car in Englewood
FORT MYERS BEACH San Carlos Island residents concerned about 240-room hotel A 240-room resort is being proposed on Main Street on San Carlos Island, and residents aren’t happy.
ENGLEWOOD Burger King Bandit breaks into car in Englewood Three double-bacon cheeseburgers and a chicken sandwich led deputies straight to the Burger King Bandit.
FORT MYERS SWFL reacts to presidential debate Whether you’re rooting for Former President Donald Trump or President Joe Biden, or you just can’t choose a side, everyone has an opinion about this debate.
NORTH FORT MYERS State Representative Spencer Roach reflects on his time in office Many of you will soon have to find new Florida House Representative.
Tucker’s Promise: a non-profit teaching children how to swim Losing a child is every parent’s worst nightmare, and this family is finding a way to give back.
ATLANTA Trump and Biden battle it out during first 2024 presidential debate Former President Trump and President Biden clashed in Atlanta for the earliest presidential debate in modern history.
Representative Spencer Roach weighs in on debate and 2024 presidential election Republican State Representative Spencer Roach sat down with WINK News to discuss all things politics.
FORT MYERS FDOT holds second meeting on diverging diamond On Thursday, the public had another opportunity to hear about the diverging diamond project coming to Daniels Parkway and Interstate 75.
SANIBEL Sanibel Fire Rescue District training to fight natural gas fires Learning how to take care of the intense fires on our roads! Today the Sanibel Fire Rescue District did training to fights natural gas fires.
CAPE CORAL Barry Schmalbach’s sister speaks out for the first time For the first time, Barry Schmalbach’s sister, Sherry has spoken with only WINK News about her brother’s mysterious disappearance and the emotional toll it has taken on his loved ones. Sherry shared memories of Barry’s life and described him as determined, charming and loving. “I love you so much. I’m so heartbroken that this happened to you. I’m so sorry. And I miss you. I would just hug him so hard,” said Sherry.
Florida Attorney General’s Office sent nearly $71,000 to a suspected imposter Anyone can fall victim to cyber attacks, including the government. The Florida Attorney General’s Office paid nearly $71,000 to someone pretending to be from a law firm they worked with. Now the Office is trying to get its money back.
Former battalion chief files lawsuit after losing job over failed drug test A former Collier County EMS employee allegedly maliciously discriminated against when he was terminated.
GLADES COUNTY Man sentenced to 54 years in prison for killing 4 people in Glades County DUI crash A Fort Lauderdale man has been sentenced to 54 years in prison for a DUI crash that killed four people in 2023 in Glades County.
NAPLES Firefighters train at old structure on Isles of Capri Firefighters ran into a smoke-filled building as part of their training this week. One technique they used is called seek and find.
WINK NEWS New hope for most common neurological disorder among children More than three million people are living with epilepsy in the U.S. It’s one of the most common neurological disorders among children.
FORT MYERS BEACH San Carlos Island residents concerned about 240-room hotel A 240-room resort is being proposed on Main Street on San Carlos Island, and residents aren’t happy.
ENGLEWOOD Burger King Bandit breaks into car in Englewood Three double-bacon cheeseburgers and a chicken sandwich led deputies straight to the Burger King Bandit.
FORT MYERS SWFL reacts to presidential debate Whether you’re rooting for Former President Donald Trump or President Joe Biden, or you just can’t choose a side, everyone has an opinion about this debate.
NORTH FORT MYERS State Representative Spencer Roach reflects on his time in office Many of you will soon have to find new Florida House Representative.
Tucker’s Promise: a non-profit teaching children how to swim Losing a child is every parent’s worst nightmare, and this family is finding a way to give back.
ATLANTA Trump and Biden battle it out during first 2024 presidential debate Former President Trump and President Biden clashed in Atlanta for the earliest presidential debate in modern history.
Representative Spencer Roach weighs in on debate and 2024 presidential election Republican State Representative Spencer Roach sat down with WINK News to discuss all things politics.
FORT MYERS FDOT holds second meeting on diverging diamond On Thursday, the public had another opportunity to hear about the diverging diamond project coming to Daniels Parkway and Interstate 75.
SANIBEL Sanibel Fire Rescue District training to fight natural gas fires Learning how to take care of the intense fires on our roads! Today the Sanibel Fire Rescue District did training to fights natural gas fires.
CAPE CORAL Barry Schmalbach’s sister speaks out for the first time For the first time, Barry Schmalbach’s sister, Sherry has spoken with only WINK News about her brother’s mysterious disappearance and the emotional toll it has taken on his loved ones. Sherry shared memories of Barry’s life and described him as determined, charming and loving. “I love you so much. I’m so heartbroken that this happened to you. I’m so sorry. And I miss you. I would just hug him so hard,” said Sherry.
Florida Attorney General’s Office sent nearly $71,000 to a suspected imposter Anyone can fall victim to cyber attacks, including the government. The Florida Attorney General’s Office paid nearly $71,000 to someone pretending to be from a law firm they worked with. Now the Office is trying to get its money back.
Former battalion chief files lawsuit after losing job over failed drug test A former Collier County EMS employee allegedly maliciously discriminated against when he was terminated.
GLADES COUNTY Man sentenced to 54 years in prison for killing 4 people in Glades County DUI crash A Fort Lauderdale man has been sentenced to 54 years in prison for a DUI crash that killed four people in 2023 in Glades County.
NAPLES Firefighters train at old structure on Isles of Capri Firefighters ran into a smoke-filled building as part of their training this week. One technique they used is called seek and find.
WINK NEWS New hope for most common neurological disorder among children More than three million people are living with epilepsy in the U.S. It’s one of the most common neurological disorders among children.
The Cape Coral Police Department stated that one person was killed after a tire exploded inside a tire store. The explosion happened on Sunday afternoon at a Firestone on Skyline Boulevard in Cape Coral. Police on the scene confirmed that an employee was killed in the tire explosion; however, any additional injuries have not been reported. WINK News reporter Ashley French spoke with one witness who said they wanted to stay anonymous. “They probably thought they heard thunder so they probably didn’t look too much into it until they saw multiple like police cars and the ambulance coming around.” said the witness, “It had me a little bit concerned and yes, I also saw like the police tape being put up. One of my people in garden mentioned that they heard someone screaming. But like, god it’s hard to believe, especially so close to work.” Firestone released a statement regarding the incident: “We are saddened to report that a Firestone Complete Auto Care store employee was killed in an accident on June 23. Our deepest, most heartfelt sympathies are with the family, friends and colleagues of our teammate. We are working to determine the cause of the accident and are fully cooperating with local authorities as they conduct their investigation.” Cape Coral’s forensics detectives are expected to stay on scene throughout Sunday evening. The location is closed on Monday while the investigation continues. It is unknown when the location will reopen for service.