Tracking Hurricane Rafael; expected to become Category 2 stormTracking Hurricane Rafael as storms will be on and off through your Wednesday
The Weather Authority Tracking Hurricane Rafael; expected to become Category 2 storm The Weather Authority meteorologists are tracking Hurricane Rafael, which will strengthen into a Category 2 storm.
The Weather Authority Tracking Hurricane Rafael as storms will be on and off through your Wednesday The Weather Authority is tracking rain, storms, and breezy conditions brought in by Hurricane Rafael this Wednesday.
NORTH FORT MYERS Deadly motorcycle crash on Hancock Bridge Pkwy and Moody Rd. temporarily closes roads The Lee County Sheriff’s Office responded to a deadly motorcycle crash that occurred at the intersection of Hancock Bridge Parkway and Moody Road.
Trump wins the White House in political comeback rooted in appeals to frustrated voters Donald Trump was elected the 47th president of the United States on Wednesday, an extraordinary comeback for a former president who refused to accept defeat four years ago, sparked a violent insurrection at the U.S. Capitol, was convicted of felony charges and survived two assassination attempts.
WINK NEWS Amendment 3 fails; Florida marijuana legislation remains the same With Election Day in full swing, WINK News is monitoring the results of the most controversial amendments on the ballot, including Florida’s Amendment 3.
WINK NEWS Amendment 4 fails; current 6-week abortion ban remains Besides Amendment 3, another of the more controversial amendments on the ballot is Amendment 4, which would limit government interference in abortions.
Republican Denise Carlin elected as Lee County Schools superintendent Republican Denise Carlin has been elected as the Lee County Superintendent of Schools, and Vanessa Chaviano won her seat in the Lee County School Board for District 7.
WINK NEWS Sheriff Carmine Marceno wins reelection It is now Election Day, and two candidates for the Lee County Sheriff are vying for the position.
3 Florida republicans win reelection in House of Representatives Three local incumbent Republicans have won re-election for the House of Representatives race.
LABELLE Fatal crash on State Road 29 in LaBelle According to the Florida Highway Patrol, a fatal crash occurred on State Road 29 on Tuesday evening.
NAPLES Naples on alert but staying calm ahead of potential storm It’s understandable to get anxious whenever we hear about the possibility of severe weather with Tropical Storm Rafael gaining strength in the Caribbean.
BONITA SPRINGS Florida’s Rick Scott reelected to US Senate Florida incumbentĀ Rick ScottĀ has been reelected to the U.S. Senate.
PUNTA GORDA Punta Gorda RV residents concerned about hurricane damage The people at the Harbor Belle RV Resort had concerns about their homes before hurricanes Helene and Milton.
WINK NEWS How Hispanic voters in SWFL are casting their ballots The Hispanic community in Southwest Florida is seemingly divided as they cast their votes for the next president of the United States.
WEST PALM BEACH Trump and supporters gear up for election night in West Palm Beach All eyes are on the presidential election between Kamala Harris and former president Donald Trump.
The Weather Authority Tracking Hurricane Rafael; expected to become Category 2 storm The Weather Authority meteorologists are tracking Hurricane Rafael, which will strengthen into a Category 2 storm.
The Weather Authority Tracking Hurricane Rafael as storms will be on and off through your Wednesday The Weather Authority is tracking rain, storms, and breezy conditions brought in by Hurricane Rafael this Wednesday.
NORTH FORT MYERS Deadly motorcycle crash on Hancock Bridge Pkwy and Moody Rd. temporarily closes roads The Lee County Sheriff’s Office responded to a deadly motorcycle crash that occurred at the intersection of Hancock Bridge Parkway and Moody Road.
Trump wins the White House in political comeback rooted in appeals to frustrated voters Donald Trump was elected the 47th president of the United States on Wednesday, an extraordinary comeback for a former president who refused to accept defeat four years ago, sparked a violent insurrection at the U.S. Capitol, was convicted of felony charges and survived two assassination attempts.
WINK NEWS Amendment 3 fails; Florida marijuana legislation remains the same With Election Day in full swing, WINK News is monitoring the results of the most controversial amendments on the ballot, including Florida’s Amendment 3.
WINK NEWS Amendment 4 fails; current 6-week abortion ban remains Besides Amendment 3, another of the more controversial amendments on the ballot is Amendment 4, which would limit government interference in abortions.
Republican Denise Carlin elected as Lee County Schools superintendent Republican Denise Carlin has been elected as the Lee County Superintendent of Schools, and Vanessa Chaviano won her seat in the Lee County School Board for District 7.
WINK NEWS Sheriff Carmine Marceno wins reelection It is now Election Day, and two candidates for the Lee County Sheriff are vying for the position.
3 Florida republicans win reelection in House of Representatives Three local incumbent Republicans have won re-election for the House of Representatives race.
LABELLE Fatal crash on State Road 29 in LaBelle According to the Florida Highway Patrol, a fatal crash occurred on State Road 29 on Tuesday evening.
NAPLES Naples on alert but staying calm ahead of potential storm It’s understandable to get anxious whenever we hear about the possibility of severe weather with Tropical Storm Rafael gaining strength in the Caribbean.
BONITA SPRINGS Florida’s Rick Scott reelected to US Senate Florida incumbentĀ Rick ScottĀ has been reelected to the U.S. Senate.
PUNTA GORDA Punta Gorda RV residents concerned about hurricane damage The people at the Harbor Belle RV Resort had concerns about their homes before hurricanes Helene and Milton.
WINK NEWS How Hispanic voters in SWFL are casting their ballots The Hispanic community in Southwest Florida is seemingly divided as they cast their votes for the next president of the United States.
WEST PALM BEACH Trump and supporters gear up for election night in West Palm Beach All eyes are on the presidential election between Kamala Harris and former president Donald Trump.
Things got chaotic as the Matlacha Civic Association held a meeting in the RE/MAX parking lot about how to go about rebuilding on the island. The meeting took place in the parking lot, as the island’s civic building still faces damages from Hurricane Ian more than two years ago. WINK News reporter Maddie Herron went to the meeting and found out what people were the most upset over. Many islanders think Matlacha is not getting the attention it needs after recent hurricanes devastated the area. The RE/MAX parking lot was home to a shouting match between frustrated islanders and representatives of the county. Fiery exchanges were heard at the Matlacha Civic Association community meeting on Monday night. Kevin Ruane, the vice chairman of the Lee County Board of Commissioners, said, “I think there is a lot of anxiety and that is rightfully so. We’ve been through a lot.” Three major storms in just two years, the debris speaks for itself: Matlacha has been through it. It’s why members of the Lee County government visited the community meeting. Ruane explained, “I understand their situation, but we can only help if you give us examples. Shouting out, screaming, doing whateverā¦ I’m trying to help.” The meeting quickly erupted into a shouting match of questions. Questions from frustrated islanders like Onofrio Demattia, who depend on rebuilding to survive. Demattia, who owns a jewelry store on the island, said, “It’s been kind of hard. Funds have been going down. I need to have–this is my major artery and it is cut off right now.” Demattia’s jewelry store, once a hidden gem has become his nightmare, as he struggles to recover his business. “This is the third time I’m going to have to rebuild, but I have to,” he said. Commissioner Ruane said that he understands the process may be tedious, but the county is working as fast as possible to get Matlacha back in shape. “Honestly, the best thing to do is give us the facts: what’s your name, what’s your address, what’s your specific issue, ’cause we do want to get you specific answers,” he explained. Demattia and many of the other islanders said they were about 50/50 when it came to being satisfied with the result of the meeting. There’s room for improvement in opening a line of dialogue between the residents and city officials, but for now, they feel they have a foot in the door and are heading in the right direction.