Man arrested in connection to brother’s death in Cape CoralCandidates challenge Punta Gorda incumbents over land, building regulations
CAPE CORAL Man arrested in connection to brother’s death in Cape Coral A man wanted for questioning in the death of his brother at his Cape Coral home has been arrested in Pennsylvania.
Candidates challenge Punta Gorda incumbents over land, building regulations A growing grassroots movement has united residents seeking to stem high density and restrict building heights, and three are challenging Punta Gorda City Council members who are up for reelection this year.
Hurricane season is one month away The outlook for the 2024 Hurricane Season is for it be active, potentially even hyperactive.
NORTH FORT MYERS 1 dead after crash on SR 31 and Busbee Rd. in North Fort Myers At around noon Wednesday, the Florida Highway Patrol said a PT Cruiser and a car hauler collided on State Road 31 and Busbee Road, near the Lee/Charlotte County line.
Man sentenced to 25 years in prison for molesting Lee County child A Florida man will spend the next 25 years in prison for molesting a child in Lee County.
LEHIGH ACRES Man accused of using stolen credit card from car burglary at Lehigh Acres CVS Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers is seeking information on a man who allegedly used a stolen credit card at the CVS in Lehigh Acres.
ARCADIA Family of flea market murder victim struggles to find closure The family of a woman who was murdered at an Arcadia flea market continues to seek justice as the accused killer awaits trial.
NAPLES Naples man accused of possessing child porn After an investigation, a Naples man has been arrested after allegedly having child pornography in his home.
CAPE CORAL Arrest report for volunteer softball coach accused of inappropriate behavior released New details have been released about the arrest of a Cape Coral volunteer softball coach accused of sending nude photos and touching a 17-year-old student.
The Weather Authority Isolated storms pop up this afternoon and evening Afternoon of isolated storms in Southwest Florida.
FORT MYERS BEACH Fort Myers Beach to test hurricane emergency messaging alert The Town of Fort Myers Beach is set to test its CodeRED alert system as hurricane season begins in 31 days.
FORT MYERS Students make goodie bags for kids fighting Cancer A special delivery, straight from the heart, to Galisano’s Children’s Hospital. Three 8th graders from Lexington Middle School delivered 100 goodie bags to bring smiles to kids fighting cancer.
TICE Deputies respond to shots fired at park in Tice Lee County Sheriff’s Office deputies and K-9s were seen investigating at Schindler Hall Community Park on Palm Beach Boulevard in Tice.
CAPE CORAL Lee County superintendent candidates face off in debate These three people, Denise Carlin, Morgan Wright and Sheridan Chester, are making it clear that they want the job.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA DEA to reclassify Marijuana as Schedule Three drug When you think of marijuana in Florida, You might think of an illegal drug seized by law enforcement. Kim Rivers, the CEO of Florida-based cannabis retailer Trulieve, says when used medicinally, it can help a lot of people.
CAPE CORAL Man arrested in connection to brother’s death in Cape Coral A man wanted for questioning in the death of his brother at his Cape Coral home has been arrested in Pennsylvania.
Candidates challenge Punta Gorda incumbents over land, building regulations A growing grassroots movement has united residents seeking to stem high density and restrict building heights, and three are challenging Punta Gorda City Council members who are up for reelection this year.
Hurricane season is one month away The outlook for the 2024 Hurricane Season is for it be active, potentially even hyperactive.
NORTH FORT MYERS 1 dead after crash on SR 31 and Busbee Rd. in North Fort Myers At around noon Wednesday, the Florida Highway Patrol said a PT Cruiser and a car hauler collided on State Road 31 and Busbee Road, near the Lee/Charlotte County line.
Man sentenced to 25 years in prison for molesting Lee County child A Florida man will spend the next 25 years in prison for molesting a child in Lee County.
LEHIGH ACRES Man accused of using stolen credit card from car burglary at Lehigh Acres CVS Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers is seeking information on a man who allegedly used a stolen credit card at the CVS in Lehigh Acres.
ARCADIA Family of flea market murder victim struggles to find closure The family of a woman who was murdered at an Arcadia flea market continues to seek justice as the accused killer awaits trial.
NAPLES Naples man accused of possessing child porn After an investigation, a Naples man has been arrested after allegedly having child pornography in his home.
CAPE CORAL Arrest report for volunteer softball coach accused of inappropriate behavior released New details have been released about the arrest of a Cape Coral volunteer softball coach accused of sending nude photos and touching a 17-year-old student.
The Weather Authority Isolated storms pop up this afternoon and evening Afternoon of isolated storms in Southwest Florida.
FORT MYERS BEACH Fort Myers Beach to test hurricane emergency messaging alert The Town of Fort Myers Beach is set to test its CodeRED alert system as hurricane season begins in 31 days.
FORT MYERS Students make goodie bags for kids fighting Cancer A special delivery, straight from the heart, to Galisano’s Children’s Hospital. Three 8th graders from Lexington Middle School delivered 100 goodie bags to bring smiles to kids fighting cancer.
TICE Deputies respond to shots fired at park in Tice Lee County Sheriff’s Office deputies and K-9s were seen investigating at Schindler Hall Community Park on Palm Beach Boulevard in Tice.
CAPE CORAL Lee County superintendent candidates face off in debate These three people, Denise Carlin, Morgan Wright and Sheridan Chester, are making it clear that they want the job.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA DEA to reclassify Marijuana as Schedule Three drug When you think of marijuana in Florida, You might think of an illegal drug seized by law enforcement. Kim Rivers, the CEO of Florida-based cannabis retailer Trulieve, says when used medicinally, it can help a lot of people.
LEE COUNTY More rain means more mosquitos: What you can do It’s the time of year when mosquitos arrive in Southwest Florida. But mosquito control is ready to tackle the pesky problem. The week’s downpour brought a lot of mosquitos to the area. Soon heavy rains will be an everyday occurrence. “Anytime after we get this rain and you have those areas where there’s water just […]
ESTERO Best Buddies hosts caravan at Miromar Outlets to raise funds The Best Buddies Walk is the biggest walk in the country set to bring people with intellectual and developmental disabilities together. But after COVID-19 made them do their walk virtually last year. This year, they are back with a few adjustments. The group will be participating in a caravan at the Miromar Outlets in Southwest […]
FORT MYERS Mother, daughter avoid close call after drive-by shooting near Jones Walker Apartments A 19-year-old pregnant woman is in stable condition after being injured during a drive-by shooting near Jones Walker Apartments in Fort Myers. That scene unfolded Thursday, and investigators ultimately brought a suspect into custody. We know 18-year-old Jarret Lane Nowling is in Lee County Jail in connection to the shooting. Police arrested him in the […]
LEE COUNTY Some of those stuck at RSW won’t return home until next week, due to weekend storms On Sunday, WINK News first alerted you to the delays and cancellations of flights that storms were causing at RSW and other airports across the state. Now, we’re learning that some of the thousands of people stranded at Southwest Florida International Airport might not be able to leave until next week. At last check, only […]
FORT MYERS Southwest Florida experiences strong winds and heavy rain causing some damage over the weekend Saturday and Sunday storms swept across Southwest Florida. WINK News viewers decide to share pictures and videos of the damage. John Therrell from Englewood woke up to his shed flying a few feet and landing on the roof of his house. Neighbors say they were shocked to see this. “The shed was I believe bolted […]
PORT CHARLOTTE Florida motorcycle club holds 15th annual memorial ride honoring fallen officers Charlotte County came together to honor fallen officers on Saturday with the 15th annual Fallen Heroes Fundraiser. This year it began with a memorial motorcycle ride in honor of the first female corrections officer killed in the line of duty. More than two dozen officers in Southwest Florida have been killed in the line of […]
FORT MYERS Biden administration wants to close the ‘boyfriend loophole’ The Biden administration is trying to close a firearm loophole that would benefit victims of domestic abuse. In some cases, a person who has a restraining order against them is still allowed to own a firearm, which can become deadly. Florida law does not allow people to own firearms if there is a restraining order […]
CBS NEWS Biden announces executive actions to curb gun violence ‘epidemic’ President Biden unveiled his first attempts to curb gun violence on Thursday, announcing a set of modest moves designed to begin revamping federal gun policy by tweaking the government’s definition of a firearm and more aggressively responding to urban gun violence. “Gun violence in this country is an epidemic, and it’s an international embarrassment,” Mr. […]
NAPLES St. Matthew’s House offers hot Easter meals to hundreds in Naples Those at St. Matthew’s House wanted to make sure that no one was left without a hot meal on Easter. So, they handed out hundreds of meals at the Campbell Lodge Shelter in Naples on Sunday. Inside the bags are boxes that hold warm meals that will do more for people than keep their stomachs […]
BONITA SPRINGS 200 COVID-19 vaccines going to those in underserved parts of Lee County This week, 200 COVID-19 vaccines will be given to those with issues such as language barriers, limited technology access and limited transportation. They are to be given out at Cafe of Life in Bonita Springs. Both organizers and the community are excited for this opportunity. They are fully booked and ready-to-go in Bonita Springs. Come […]