NAPLES Veterans hit the water in Naples Every September, a local group of captains and anglers hosts an event to take soldiers on the water. More than 130 troops and 65 captains were at the Naples Take a Soldier Fishing event.
Collier County teachers reach contract agreement Collier County teachers have come to an agreement with the school district in their contract negotiations.
NORTH PORT North Port Police searching for man who struck officer with car The North Port Police Department is on the search for a man who committed battery on an officer, among other charges.
FORT MYERS Victim of childhood sexual abuse speaks out after abuser receives 3 life sentences A survivor of childhood sexual abuse finally feels free after her abuser receives three life sentences.
No bond for Tice man accused of kidnaping and sexual assault A man accused of kidnapping and sexual assault will be held without bond.
CAPE CORAL 13th annual 239 Fest to showcase 16 local punk, ska and reggae bands The 13th edition of 239 Fest is coming next month and will feature 16 local punk, ska and reggae bands.
FORT MYERS BEACH Witnesses react to boat getting stuck under Matanzas Pass Bridge While the boat has since gotten out from underneath the bridge, it’s raised some questions about safety for onlookers.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Splash the otter, the unlikely hero bringing families closure Mike Hadsell has trained many animals in his lifetime, but the newest member of Peace River K9 Search and Rescue dive team, Splash the Asian small-clawed otter, is a first, even for him.
FORT MYERS Scrolling on your cell phone may be bad for your health; FGCU professor weighs in Scrolling through your phone might seem like a fun way to pass the time, but new research shows it can actually make you feel even more bored and unhappy.
WEST PALM BEACH DeSantis launches investigation into 2nd assassination attempt on Trump Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said he will personally oversee the investigation into the second assassination attempt on former President Trump.
FHP reveals details behind crash that killed 4 young people A mangled car is all that remains from a crash that took the lives of four young people.
FORT MYERS 2 fires in 24 hours displace families in Fort Myers Two vicious fires left families’ homes and lives in ruins. Now, we are learning what help they are getting until their lives can be put back together.
Trump assassination attempt suspect removed serial number from gun Law enforcement is holding a press conference on the attempt of former President Donald Trump’s life at his West Palm Beach golf course.
FORT MYERS BEACH Matanzas Pass Bridge reopens after boat crashes into it, closing it for hours The Matanzas Pass Bridge has reopened to traffic after it was shut down for hours when a boat crashed into it.
MATLACHA Little Pine Island Bridge in Matlacha to temporarily close The Florida Department of Transportation has announced the temporary closure of the Little Pine Island Bridge.
NAPLES Veterans hit the water in Naples Every September, a local group of captains and anglers hosts an event to take soldiers on the water. More than 130 troops and 65 captains were at the Naples Take a Soldier Fishing event.
Collier County teachers reach contract agreement Collier County teachers have come to an agreement with the school district in their contract negotiations.
NORTH PORT North Port Police searching for man who struck officer with car The North Port Police Department is on the search for a man who committed battery on an officer, among other charges.
FORT MYERS Victim of childhood sexual abuse speaks out after abuser receives 3 life sentences A survivor of childhood sexual abuse finally feels free after her abuser receives three life sentences.
No bond for Tice man accused of kidnaping and sexual assault A man accused of kidnapping and sexual assault will be held without bond.
CAPE CORAL 13th annual 239 Fest to showcase 16 local punk, ska and reggae bands The 13th edition of 239 Fest is coming next month and will feature 16 local punk, ska and reggae bands.
FORT MYERS BEACH Witnesses react to boat getting stuck under Matanzas Pass Bridge While the boat has since gotten out from underneath the bridge, it’s raised some questions about safety for onlookers.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Splash the otter, the unlikely hero bringing families closure Mike Hadsell has trained many animals in his lifetime, but the newest member of Peace River K9 Search and Rescue dive team, Splash the Asian small-clawed otter, is a first, even for him.
FORT MYERS Scrolling on your cell phone may be bad for your health; FGCU professor weighs in Scrolling through your phone might seem like a fun way to pass the time, but new research shows it can actually make you feel even more bored and unhappy.
WEST PALM BEACH DeSantis launches investigation into 2nd assassination attempt on Trump Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis said he will personally oversee the investigation into the second assassination attempt on former President Trump.
FHP reveals details behind crash that killed 4 young people A mangled car is all that remains from a crash that took the lives of four young people.
FORT MYERS 2 fires in 24 hours displace families in Fort Myers Two vicious fires left families’ homes and lives in ruins. Now, we are learning what help they are getting until their lives can be put back together.
Trump assassination attempt suspect removed serial number from gun Law enforcement is holding a press conference on the attempt of former President Donald Trump’s life at his West Palm Beach golf course.
FORT MYERS BEACH Matanzas Pass Bridge reopens after boat crashes into it, closing it for hours The Matanzas Pass Bridge has reopened to traffic after it was shut down for hours when a boat crashed into it.
MATLACHA Little Pine Island Bridge in Matlacha to temporarily close The Florida Department of Transportation has announced the temporary closure of the Little Pine Island Bridge.
This week’s segment of WINK Neighborhood Watch features DUI manslaughter charges, speeding over 100 mph, and a bicycle bandit. Anne Lang Credit: The Hendry County Sheriff’s Office Anne Lang has been found guilty of driving under the influence and killing a father and his two teenage daughters in Hendry County. According to the State Attorney’s Office, Lang was found guilty of three counts of DUI manslaughter and three counts of vehicular homicide. The Florida Highway Patrol said Lang was behind the wheel when she killed 42-year-old Enedino Galindo, 13-year-old Keanna Galindo, and 15-year-old Aryana Galindo in a high-speed crash in January 2021. On March 19, 2024, the Lee County Sheriff’s Office reported Lang missing after ditching her trial for the deaths. She was found several days later by U.S. Marshals in Lakeland. Sentencing is scheduled for Sept. 27 at 2 p.m. READ MORE: Alva woman guilty in deaths of father, 2 kids while DUI Davin Edward Cropper mugshot Credit: Lee County Sheriff’s Office Davin Edward Cropper was arrested in Fort Myers for fleeing a traffic stop and reaching speeds of over 100 mph. The pursuit took place late Friday night when State Troopers with the Florida Highway Patrol attempted to stop a Ford Mustang for a loud, modified exhaust at the intersection of Colonial Boulevard and Metro Parkway. According to FHP, as troopers continued the pursuit, the driver “blacked out” the vehicle’s lights and traveled through intersections at more than 100 mph. Cropper was taken into custody later that night and charged with fleeing and eluding, and reckless driving. He was additionally cited for the modified exhaust. Cropper has a prior arrest on March 5 for street racing and multiple videos of aggressive driving featuring the same Ford have been posted on his Instagram, including one on June 24 with the caption “They didn’t catch me this time”. This time, however, FHP did catch Cropper, booked him into the Lee County Jail and impounded his vehicle. READ MORE: Man arrested for fleeing police, speeding over 100 mph in Fort Myers Irving Lebron Ramirez Credit: The Collier County Sheriff’s Office Irving Lebron Ramirez, a man with a history of bicycle theft convictions has been arrested after allegedly being caught stealing his fourth electric bike last week. According to the Naples Police Department, a restaurant worker discovered his electric bicycle stolen on Saturday night after he finished his shift. The electric bicycle had been secured with a cable lock behind the restaurant and attached to a stand at Cambier Park. A short time after the theft was reported to police, officers located 38-year-old Irving Lebron Ramirez pushing the victim’s electric bicycle near the area of Fifth Avenue South and Davis Boulevard. A pair of cable cutters was also found on Ramirez during his arrest. Ramirez was arrested for petit theft, which was elevated to a felony due to four prior theft convictions on his record. READ MORE: Repeat bike bandit caught in Collier accused of stealing 4th electric bike