Sunnier, less humid day in store with highs in the low 70s Web Exclusive: Rachel Cox-Rosen’s Construction Heads-Up
the weather authority Sunnier, less humid day in store with highs in the low 70s The Weather Authority says a pleasant day is in store for Southwest Florida, with much more sunshine than we saw on Saturday.
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.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers Police department hosts annual Cops and Joggers 5K FMPD hosted the Cops and Joggers 5K event on Saturday. This unique experience takes attendees through the heart of Downtown Fort Myers.
Purple Heart Army veteran receives new home thanks to charity A Purple Heart Army veteran and his family entered their new accessible home on Saturday, thanks to the charity “Homes for Our Troops.”
CAPE CORAL Rain doesn’t stop crowds at 40th Annual Cape Coral Arts Festival For 40 years, the Cape Coral Arts Festival has drawn crowds from across Southwest Florida, showcasing a blend of small businesses from the region.
CAPE CORAL Sports trading card collecting going through “a generational reboot” The hobby of sports trading card collecting has been on the rise since 2020, especially in Southwest Florida with more card shows.
PUNTA GORDA 11th annual short film festival coming to Punta Gorda The Punta Gorda Englewood Beach Visitor Convention Bureau will host its 11th annual short film festival.
the weather authority Mild, breezy day on tap with more clouds than sun The Weather Authority says a brief line of showers, associated with a cold front, is moving through Southwest Florida Saturday morning.
ESTERO 1 injured after shooting at Coconut Point Mall According to the Lee County Sheriff’s Office, one person has been injured after a shooting at the Coconut Point Mall on Friday.
CAPE CORAL CCPD cruiser damaged after officer involved crash An officer-involved crash leaves a Cape Coral police cruiser smashed.
PORT CHARLOTTE Sweet’s Diner in Port Charlotte reopens After months of fundraising and rebuilding, this diner, which had a car fly-through it, is back open.
FWC pushing to protect Florida’s endangered manatees Florida Fish and Wildlife is pushing to protect endangered manatees. One danger that animals face is when boats bash into them, leaving deep scars across their backs.
FORT MYERS The Fort Myers Fire Department looks towards new year Fighting fires is always top of mind for the Fort Myers Fire Department. The Fort Myers Fire Department leads the way when it comes to protecting your property when a fire breaks out.
WINK NEWS Palisades Wildfire devastates SWFL family Just hours after evacuating their Malibu home, the Wohl family learned they would never go back.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral expands with development The Cove at 47th The Cove sits in south Cape Coral between Cape Coral Parkway and Southeast 47th Terrace right next to Cork Soakers.
the weather authority Sunnier, less humid day in store with highs in the low 70s The Weather Authority says a pleasant day is in store for Southwest Florida, with much more sunshine than we saw on Saturday.
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.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers Police department hosts annual Cops and Joggers 5K FMPD hosted the Cops and Joggers 5K event on Saturday. This unique experience takes attendees through the heart of Downtown Fort Myers.
Purple Heart Army veteran receives new home thanks to charity A Purple Heart Army veteran and his family entered their new accessible home on Saturday, thanks to the charity “Homes for Our Troops.”
CAPE CORAL Rain doesn’t stop crowds at 40th Annual Cape Coral Arts Festival For 40 years, the Cape Coral Arts Festival has drawn crowds from across Southwest Florida, showcasing a blend of small businesses from the region.
CAPE CORAL Sports trading card collecting going through “a generational reboot” The hobby of sports trading card collecting has been on the rise since 2020, especially in Southwest Florida with more card shows.
PUNTA GORDA 11th annual short film festival coming to Punta Gorda The Punta Gorda Englewood Beach Visitor Convention Bureau will host its 11th annual short film festival.
the weather authority Mild, breezy day on tap with more clouds than sun The Weather Authority says a brief line of showers, associated with a cold front, is moving through Southwest Florida Saturday morning.
ESTERO 1 injured after shooting at Coconut Point Mall According to the Lee County Sheriff’s Office, one person has been injured after a shooting at the Coconut Point Mall on Friday.
CAPE CORAL CCPD cruiser damaged after officer involved crash An officer-involved crash leaves a Cape Coral police cruiser smashed.
PORT CHARLOTTE Sweet’s Diner in Port Charlotte reopens After months of fundraising and rebuilding, this diner, which had a car fly-through it, is back open.
FWC pushing to protect Florida’s endangered manatees Florida Fish and Wildlife is pushing to protect endangered manatees. One danger that animals face is when boats bash into them, leaving deep scars across their backs.
FORT MYERS The Fort Myers Fire Department looks towards new year Fighting fires is always top of mind for the Fort Myers Fire Department. The Fort Myers Fire Department leads the way when it comes to protecting your property when a fire breaks out.
WINK NEWS Palisades Wildfire devastates SWFL family Just hours after evacuating their Malibu home, the Wohl family learned they would never go back.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral expands with development The Cove at 47th The Cove sits in south Cape Coral between Cape Coral Parkway and Southeast 47th Terrace right next to Cork Soakers.
This week’s segment of WINK Neighborhood Watch features a man sentenced to 15 years for attempting to attack another inmate, reckless driving, and a fatal hit and run. Rene Perales Credit: Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office Rene Perales, a 27-year-old was found guilty of aggravated battery with a deadly weapon at the Charlotte Correctional Institution (CCI). Perales was also sentenced to 15 years in prison to be served concurrent to the first count for possessing contraband in a correctional facility. On Aug. 11, 2020, Perales tried to attack another inmate with a sharp-edged weapon he had hidden on his body. A correctional officer who had been escorting Perales and other inmates to the recreation yard at the time intervened and was struck in the hand with the weapon. For more information, read here. Eddie Deleon Credit: The Collier County Sheriff’s Office Eddie Deleon, a 45-year-old Lehigh Acres man was arrested after allegedly driving recklessly and then fleeing on foot in Collier County. According to the Florida Highway Patrol, at approximately 11:14 p.m. on Wednesday, state troopers attempted to stop a 2004 Hyundai for speeding on State Road 29. The Hyundai recklessly fled from the traffic stop at over 100 miles per hour. Troopers then performed a PIT maneuver on the Hyundai near the roundabout at State 29 and State Road 82. The driver fled on foot, and troopers eventually caught and arrested Deleon, who also had an active warrant. He’s being charged with fleeing and eluding, having a suspended license and obstruction. For more information, read here. Yurid Gricel Macedo-Velasquez Credit: The Florida Highway Patrol Yurid Gricel Macedo-Velasquez is the wife of the suspected Lehigh Acres hit-and-run driver who killed a motorcyclist and injured the victim’s passenger, and was arrested for allegedly tampering with evidence. According to the Florida Highway Patrol, the fatal hit-and-run crash occurred on March 28 on 40th Street Southwest and Rena Avenue South. FHP said 38-year-old Yurid Gricel Macedo-Velasquez, the spouse of the suspect, 40-year-old Jose Manuel Aguiar-Meza, was arrested on an active felony warrant for tampering with evidence on Monday. During the initial on-scene investigation, it was determined that the pickup truck turned left in front of an approaching motorcycle on 40th Street Southwest at approximately 9:45 p.m. The 54-year-old motorcycle driver was pronounced deceased on the scene, and the 53-year-old motorcycle passenger was seriously injured and transported to an area hospital. The pickup truck fled the scene. The whereabouts of the 2017 GMC Sierra Pickup Truck are still not known. Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers increased the reward for information on the vehicle from $3,000 to $5,000. If you have any information on the whereabouts of the pickup truck or the crash, contact SWFL Crime Stoppers at 1-800-780-8477. You can also submit tips online or on the P3 Tips mobile app. Remember, you can remain anonymous and may be eligible for the reward. For more information, read here.