CAPE CORAL Fire ignites in Cape Coral garage Authorities are responding to a house fire that ignited Friday night at a home in Cape Coral.
NAPLES Ciro Dominguez: wrap up of first year as Naples police chief Chief of Naples Police Department Ciro Dominguez started his law enforcement career at the NPD in 1982.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Where does the money go? $85 Million donation boosts non-profits in SWFL Last month billionaire Tom Golisano gave 41 of our non-profits a total of $85 million.
PORT CHARLOTTE FWC making progress in removing boats; neighbors aren’t convinced Derelict boats are still scattered in places like North Fort Myers, Fisherman’s Village in Punta Gorda or the Port Charlotte Beach Park.
A look back on some ‘miracle moments’ from 2024 Throughout the year, Wink News anchor Amanda Hall introduced us to dozens of kids persevering through illnesses and injuries. They’re our “Miracle moments.”
Updates on repairs to wall damaged by I-75 plane crash in February A grim reminder of a tragedy that hit Southwest Florida may soon go away.
Breast cancer treatment side effect for women of color Women undergoing chemotherapy for breast cancer often face many side effects. One, called neuropathy, causes extreme pain and research shows it happens more often to Black women.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Top 5 influential medical stories of 2024 This past year saw several major milestones, some of which involved a great deal of money- that impacted the health of our community.
BONITA SPRINGS Fire Station 27 in Bonita Springs reopens after Hurricane Milton Fire Station 27 has reopened in Bonita Springs, showing more signs of recovery following the damage from Hurricane Milton.
FORT MYERS Donating artificial trees to help families in need If you’re thinking of throwing away that artificial tree you have and going green in the future, don’t bring it to the curb.
NORTH FORT MYERS LCSO: missing endangered 80-year-old North Fort Myers man found safe A man who was reported missing in North Fort Myers has been located safe.
FORT MYERS Man accused of trying to carjack driver who offered him ride A man is behind bars accused of trying to steal another man’s car after he had asked the victim for a ride.
Fundraiser to be held for family of slain Charlotte County Sgt. Elio Diaz Southwest Florida law enforcement will hold a fundraiser for Charlotte County Sgt. Elio Diaz, who was killed in the line of duty.
Charlotte County Jail inmate dies following medical episode A man who was in custody at the Charlotte County Jail died following an episode stemming from a medical condition.
FORT MYERS Man wanted for breaking into bar area of Fort Myers Applebee’s Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers is seeking information on a man wanted for breaking into the bar side of a Fort Myers Applebee’s.
CAPE CORAL Fire ignites in Cape Coral garage Authorities are responding to a house fire that ignited Friday night at a home in Cape Coral.
NAPLES Ciro Dominguez: wrap up of first year as Naples police chief Chief of Naples Police Department Ciro Dominguez started his law enforcement career at the NPD in 1982.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Where does the money go? $85 Million donation boosts non-profits in SWFL Last month billionaire Tom Golisano gave 41 of our non-profits a total of $85 million.
PORT CHARLOTTE FWC making progress in removing boats; neighbors aren’t convinced Derelict boats are still scattered in places like North Fort Myers, Fisherman’s Village in Punta Gorda or the Port Charlotte Beach Park.
A look back on some ‘miracle moments’ from 2024 Throughout the year, Wink News anchor Amanda Hall introduced us to dozens of kids persevering through illnesses and injuries. They’re our “Miracle moments.”
Updates on repairs to wall damaged by I-75 plane crash in February A grim reminder of a tragedy that hit Southwest Florida may soon go away.
Breast cancer treatment side effect for women of color Women undergoing chemotherapy for breast cancer often face many side effects. One, called neuropathy, causes extreme pain and research shows it happens more often to Black women.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Top 5 influential medical stories of 2024 This past year saw several major milestones, some of which involved a great deal of money- that impacted the health of our community.
BONITA SPRINGS Fire Station 27 in Bonita Springs reopens after Hurricane Milton Fire Station 27 has reopened in Bonita Springs, showing more signs of recovery following the damage from Hurricane Milton.
FORT MYERS Donating artificial trees to help families in need If you’re thinking of throwing away that artificial tree you have and going green in the future, don’t bring it to the curb.
NORTH FORT MYERS LCSO: missing endangered 80-year-old North Fort Myers man found safe A man who was reported missing in North Fort Myers has been located safe.
FORT MYERS Man accused of trying to carjack driver who offered him ride A man is behind bars accused of trying to steal another man’s car after he had asked the victim for a ride.
Fundraiser to be held for family of slain Charlotte County Sgt. Elio Diaz Southwest Florida law enforcement will hold a fundraiser for Charlotte County Sgt. Elio Diaz, who was killed in the line of duty.
Charlotte County Jail inmate dies following medical episode A man who was in custody at the Charlotte County Jail died following an episode stemming from a medical condition.
FORT MYERS Man wanted for breaking into bar area of Fort Myers Applebee’s Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers is seeking information on a man wanted for breaking into the bar side of a Fort Myers Applebee’s.
A concentration of red tide has been detected around Charlotte County, with beaches like Cape Haze being under a health alert due to the algae bloom. The Lee County Department of Health detected the red tide from a nearby water sample on Dec. 19, issuing the health alert for Charlotte County beachgoers. In October, the algae bloom was reported on the beaches of Boca Grande, wreaking mayhem on the animal life. Dead fish on Boca Grande beach. Credit: WINK News If you are near the affected area, DOH-Lee suggests taking the following precautions: Look for informational signage posted at most public beaches and/or check the current water quality status at Protecting Florida Together. Do not wade or swim in or around the red tide. Wash your skin and clothing with soap and fresh water if you have had recent contact with red tide, especially if your skin is easily irritated. Residents in beach areas are advised to close windows and run the air conditioner. Ensure the air conditioner’s filter is maintained according to the manufacturer’s specifications. Keep animals away from the water and sea life and away from dead marine life. If your pet swims in waters with red tide, wash them with soap and water as soon as possible.