Firefighters work to contain Myakka State Forest fireSpaceX launches flight test; spacecraft visible in Florida
Firefighters work to contain Myakka State Forest fire A brush fire near Myakka State Forest in Charlotte County left residents in fear as it threatened homes and property.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA SpaceX launches flight test; spacecraft visible in Florida A mysterious sight in the sky had WINK News viewers buzzing, but there’s no need to worry. It’s not a UFO.
Sovereign citizen claim complicates deputy-involved Charlotte County shooting case A tense incident unfolded on Sandy Pine Drive in Charlotte County last October when deputies shot and killed a man in his driveway.
SANIBEL Sanibel’s water system faces climate challenges Sanibel Island is facing challenges as it balances its natural beauty with the demands of stormwater management.
FORT MYERS Travel tips ahead of spring break Spring break 2025 has arrived, and tourists are flocking to Southwest Florida.
FORT MYERS Pilot project tackles affordable housing gaps in Fort Myers Affordable housing is a pressing issue in Southwest Florida, driven by a growing population. The Florida Housing Coalition is working to ensure residents can afford a place to live.
ALVA Alva locals voice concerns over Lee County’s housing expansion plan Residents of Alva are grappling with changes as Lee County commissioners approved a significant development project that will transform their rural community.
Collier County man caught in $150K bank fraud at Fifth Third Bank Collier County deputies arrested a man accused of impersonating another individual and making fraudulent bank transactions exceeding $150,000.
SANIBEL Discover rare shells at Sanibel Shell Show The nation’s oldest and most esteemed shell show is currently taking place on Sanibel.
Lee County Fighting the bite: Soaring high to battle mosquitoes WINK News anchor Liz Biro had the chance to fly with the Lee County Mosquito Control District to see how they work to battle mosquitoes.
PUNTA GORDA Charlotte wrestling ready for state tournament under strong leadership Fresh off of a regional title and a state runner-up finish in the dual team wrestling tournament, the Tarpons are fired up.
CAPE CORAL Managing allergies during peak season Springtime in Southwest Florida brings not only flowers and sunshine but also a wave of sneezes and sniffles.
COLLIER COUNTY One-on-one with FC Naples head coach Matt Poland WINK Sports Reporter Zach Oliveri sat down with FC Naples head coach Matt Poland to talk about the inaugural season.
Economist Jeremy Siegel favors Trump tax cuts, not tariffs During President Donald Trump’s first administration, longtime economic professor Jeremy Siegel received a request to join it as an economic adviser.
miami beach Gov. DeSantis announces safety efforts ahead of spring break Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has announced safety efforts in Florida ahead of spring break.
Firefighters work to contain Myakka State Forest fire A brush fire near Myakka State Forest in Charlotte County left residents in fear as it threatened homes and property.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA SpaceX launches flight test; spacecraft visible in Florida A mysterious sight in the sky had WINK News viewers buzzing, but there’s no need to worry. It’s not a UFO.
Sovereign citizen claim complicates deputy-involved Charlotte County shooting case A tense incident unfolded on Sandy Pine Drive in Charlotte County last October when deputies shot and killed a man in his driveway.
SANIBEL Sanibel’s water system faces climate challenges Sanibel Island is facing challenges as it balances its natural beauty with the demands of stormwater management.
FORT MYERS Travel tips ahead of spring break Spring break 2025 has arrived, and tourists are flocking to Southwest Florida.
FORT MYERS Pilot project tackles affordable housing gaps in Fort Myers Affordable housing is a pressing issue in Southwest Florida, driven by a growing population. The Florida Housing Coalition is working to ensure residents can afford a place to live.
ALVA Alva locals voice concerns over Lee County’s housing expansion plan Residents of Alva are grappling with changes as Lee County commissioners approved a significant development project that will transform their rural community.
Collier County man caught in $150K bank fraud at Fifth Third Bank Collier County deputies arrested a man accused of impersonating another individual and making fraudulent bank transactions exceeding $150,000.
SANIBEL Discover rare shells at Sanibel Shell Show The nation’s oldest and most esteemed shell show is currently taking place on Sanibel.
Lee County Fighting the bite: Soaring high to battle mosquitoes WINK News anchor Liz Biro had the chance to fly with the Lee County Mosquito Control District to see how they work to battle mosquitoes.
PUNTA GORDA Charlotte wrestling ready for state tournament under strong leadership Fresh off of a regional title and a state runner-up finish in the dual team wrestling tournament, the Tarpons are fired up.
CAPE CORAL Managing allergies during peak season Springtime in Southwest Florida brings not only flowers and sunshine but also a wave of sneezes and sniffles.
COLLIER COUNTY One-on-one with FC Naples head coach Matt Poland WINK Sports Reporter Zach Oliveri sat down with FC Naples head coach Matt Poland to talk about the inaugural season.
Economist Jeremy Siegel favors Trump tax cuts, not tariffs During President Donald Trump’s first administration, longtime economic professor Jeremy Siegel received a request to join it as an economic adviser.
miami beach Gov. DeSantis announces safety efforts ahead of spring break Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has announced safety efforts in Florida ahead of spring break.
Credit: The Collier County Sheriffs office. The Collier County Sheriff’s Office arrested 11 people following a massage parlor bust. Deputies arrested Anna Dai, Fang Fang He, Qun Jiang, Joong Kim, Xuan Li, You Lijing, Pingchuan Rotondi, Jing Wang, Liyan Wang, Daisy Yang, and Sanyun Zeng on Tuesday on various charges including violating a new Florida law. It requires the businesses to keep a log of customers and check identification. According to deputies, an investigation led by the Florida Department of Health was conducted on ten businesses. All ten businesses were cited with health code violations. Elle and Ella Spa/Healthy Spa, 12980 U.S. 41 N. in Naples Nini Asian Spa, 13500 U.S. 41 N. in Naples Sincere 4U Spa, 13800 U.S. 41 N. in Naples Serenity Spa, 2700 Immokalee Road in Naples K and W Therapy, 103rd Ave. N. in Naples 7 Naples Healthy Spa, 2033 Pine Ridge Road in Naples Phoenix Spa, 1042 Pine Ridge Road in Naples Davis Asian Massage, 2400 Davis Blvd. in Naples Ylan Massage Spa, 4207 U.S. 41 E. in Naples 168 Golden Massage, 7550 Mission Hills Drive in Naples. According to the DOH, in 20 regulatory cases, two cease-and-desist orders were issued, and two cease-desist orders are pending. House Bill 197, or the Health Care Practitioners and Massage Therapy Bill, was signed into law by Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis in May. The bill requires the state to suspend the licenses of massage therapists and massage establishments if any employee of a massage therapist or establishment is arrested for any illicit offenses, including having sex with minors, prostitution, kidnapping, or false imprisonment. The law was taken into effect on July 1. A list was provided by the CCSO detailing the ages and charges of the 11 people: Pingchuan Rotondi, 53, two counts of failure to provide required documents Daisy Ning Yang, 55, two counts of failure to provide required documents Jing Wang, 55, two counts of failure to provide required documents Xuan Li, 53, two counts of failure to provide required documents Anna Dai, 52, two counts of failure to provide required documents You Lijing, 48, two counts of failure to provide required documents Fang Fang He, 49, three counts of failure to provide required documents Joong Jae Kim, 55, two counts of failure to provide required documents Liyan Wang, 48, two counts of failure to provide required documents Sanyun Zeng, 48, two counts of failure to provide required documents, practicing massage without a license Qun Jiang, 52, two counts of failure to provide required documents