Gone but not forgotten: Traveling Vietnam Memorial pays tribute to veteransTwo arrested for street racing in Lee County
NEW YORK (AP) Biden officials indefinitely postpone ban on menthol cigarettes amid election-year pushback President Joe Biden’s administration is indefinitely delaying a long-awaited menthol cigarette ban, a decision that infuriated anti-smoking advocates but could avoid a political backlash from Black voters in November.
FORT MYERS Gone but not forgotten: Traveling Vietnam Memorial pays tribute to veterans A powerful symbol of honor and remembrance is standing proudly here in Southwest Florida. The Traveling Vietnam Memorial Wall is open to the public, a reminder of those we lost who served our country.
LEE COUNTY Two arrested for street racing in Lee County Two people have been arrested for street racing in Lee County according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
CAPE CORAL Boaters with rifles seen in Cape Coral canal On an average day, it’s pretty common to see people fishing or swimming in a canal. One neighbor in Cape Coral saw something unusual in his backyard Friday afternoon.
FORT MYERS Car flips, one sent to hospital after two car crash in Fort Myers A crash involving at least two vehicles sent one person to the hospital.
The Weather Authority: Clouds, sunshine, wind, and the possibility of a brief shower for your Sunday Clouds and occasional sunshine this Sunday. A few brief showers are possible late in the afternoon and this evening.
TALLAHASSEE (CBS) Governor DeSantis signs AI and vape bills Gov. Ron DeSantis on Friday signed 28 bills, including a measure requiring disclaimers on certain political ads created using artificial intelligence and a bill about regulation of vape products.
ESTERO Gold Star Golf Tournament honors fallen veteran Behind each putt and swing of a golf club at the Gold Star Golf Tournament is someone who knew John Wirka Junior.
NEW YORK (AP) How TikTok grew from a fun app for teens into a potential national security threat If it feels like TikTok has been around forever, that’s probably because it has, at least if you’re measuring via internet time. What’s now in question is whether it will be around much longer and, if so, in what form?
FORT MYERS Man wanted for armed robbery at Fort Myers convenience store Crime Stoppers is asking the public for help identifying an armed robber who held up a convenience store Saturday morning.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA WINK Neighborhood Watch: Rifles, inappropriate texts and Donut shop debacle This week’s segment of WINK Neighborhood Watch features a scary mall trip, an inappropriate coach, and a Dunkin Donuts assault.
The Weather Authority: Sunny Saturday with a nice breeze; fire danger increases Warm temperatures for your Saturday with a nice breeze into the afternoon.
NORTH NAPLES Senior Airman surprises cousin on Aubrey Rogers softball senior night Aubrey Rogers senior pitcher and infielder McKenzie Vargas was surprised by her Air Force cousin for Senior Night.
BONITA SPRINGS Police: 15-year-old injured after accidentally shot in the leg Lee County deputies say the teen was accidentally shot in the leg.
PUNTA GORDA Exclusive: Brother and best friend of accused pedophile priest speak out Riley’s brother reached out to WINK on Friday, saying people aren’t getting the full story.
NEW YORK (AP) Biden officials indefinitely postpone ban on menthol cigarettes amid election-year pushback President Joe Biden’s administration is indefinitely delaying a long-awaited menthol cigarette ban, a decision that infuriated anti-smoking advocates but could avoid a political backlash from Black voters in November.
FORT MYERS Gone but not forgotten: Traveling Vietnam Memorial pays tribute to veterans A powerful symbol of honor and remembrance is standing proudly here in Southwest Florida. The Traveling Vietnam Memorial Wall is open to the public, a reminder of those we lost who served our country.
LEE COUNTY Two arrested for street racing in Lee County Two people have been arrested for street racing in Lee County according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
CAPE CORAL Boaters with rifles seen in Cape Coral canal On an average day, it’s pretty common to see people fishing or swimming in a canal. One neighbor in Cape Coral saw something unusual in his backyard Friday afternoon.
FORT MYERS Car flips, one sent to hospital after two car crash in Fort Myers A crash involving at least two vehicles sent one person to the hospital.
The Weather Authority: Clouds, sunshine, wind, and the possibility of a brief shower for your Sunday Clouds and occasional sunshine this Sunday. A few brief showers are possible late in the afternoon and this evening.
TALLAHASSEE (CBS) Governor DeSantis signs AI and vape bills Gov. Ron DeSantis on Friday signed 28 bills, including a measure requiring disclaimers on certain political ads created using artificial intelligence and a bill about regulation of vape products.
ESTERO Gold Star Golf Tournament honors fallen veteran Behind each putt and swing of a golf club at the Gold Star Golf Tournament is someone who knew John Wirka Junior.
NEW YORK (AP) How TikTok grew from a fun app for teens into a potential national security threat If it feels like TikTok has been around forever, that’s probably because it has, at least if you’re measuring via internet time. What’s now in question is whether it will be around much longer and, if so, in what form?
FORT MYERS Man wanted for armed robbery at Fort Myers convenience store Crime Stoppers is asking the public for help identifying an armed robber who held up a convenience store Saturday morning.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA WINK Neighborhood Watch: Rifles, inappropriate texts and Donut shop debacle This week’s segment of WINK Neighborhood Watch features a scary mall trip, an inappropriate coach, and a Dunkin Donuts assault.
The Weather Authority: Sunny Saturday with a nice breeze; fire danger increases Warm temperatures for your Saturday with a nice breeze into the afternoon.
NORTH NAPLES Senior Airman surprises cousin on Aubrey Rogers softball senior night Aubrey Rogers senior pitcher and infielder McKenzie Vargas was surprised by her Air Force cousin for Senior Night.
BONITA SPRINGS Police: 15-year-old injured after accidentally shot in the leg Lee County deputies say the teen was accidentally shot in the leg.
PUNTA GORDA Exclusive: Brother and best friend of accused pedophile priest speak out Riley’s brother reached out to WINK on Friday, saying people aren’t getting the full story.
FORT MYERS Counselors provide advice for talking with your kids about mass shootings Many parents are wondering what to tell their kids as they head back to school and how to handle the amount of sad news after recent mass shootings, including the two over this weekend. Within 24 hours, there were two mass shootings – one in El Paso, Texas and the second in Dayton, Ohio – […]
LEE COUNTY 650 students graduate during FGCU summer commencement While many students are preparing to start the new school year, some are getting ready to start life after education. Florida Gulf Coast University awarded 650 degrees at its summer commencement Saturday. “Graduates, faculty, parents, relatives, undergraduates and all the people who like to randomly show up to university events, good morning,” student speaker Joshua […]
FORT MYERS School bus drivers urge safety, knowing the rules when on the road More than 700 school buses were back on the roads starting Friday for dry runs to test their new routes. While the bus drivers do their part, they want you to prepare too. Drivers are passing stopped school buses hundreds of times every day and it’s putting kids at risk. School bus driver Sharon Walker […]
LEE COUNTY 2 arrested in Lee County after leading chase in stolen car Lee County Sheriff’s Office conducted a chase along State Road 82 near I-75 during early hours Thursday morning. It led LCSO to arrest 18-year-old Brandon Raheem Poteet and 19-year-old Demetrius Royce Brown for stealing a car and resisting arrest. We also responded to the scene of what was an estimated 17 law enforcement vehicles in […]
LEE COUNTY Hearing sets up second trial in Lee County manslaughter case A man originally convicted of manslaughter for a shooting death is getting a new trial after having it reversed. At the center of it all is an alleged confession by a fellow inmate that won’t be used in the second trial. Filed motions will be reviewed in Lee County court Monday ahead of Dalvon Deon […]
FORT MYERS FMPD hosts missing persons event, connecting with searching families Fort Myers Police Department along with other area law enforcement and missing persons groups held an event for families of missing loved ones to connect with those searching for them. FMPD held the first Missing Person’s Day event in Lee County at Fort Myers High School Saturday. The event was open to the public for […]
WINK NEWS Securities being used to prevent school shootings might not be effective Prevention practices against mass murders in schools continue to be implemented nationwide. However, parents of victims in the 2018 mass shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in Parkland are making their voices heard in our nation’s capital because all the improvements made to school security may not protect children. One expert says prevention tactics […]
LEHIGH ACRES Building owner cancels lease on tenant after deadly Lehigh shooting The owners of a building at an Lehigh Acres industrial complex said they have nothing to say to their tenant who allowed a party that had a deadly shooting. They said they canceled the lease on him immediately and changed the locks Monday. Lee County Sheriff’s Office still hasn’t released the name of a victim […]
LEHIGH ACRES Deputies investigate a Lehigh Acres industrial complex shooting over the weekend One person was killed and two injured in a shooting at a large party at an industrial complex in Lehigh Acres early Sunday morning. Around 2:30 a.m., Lee County Sheriff’s Office deputies responded to a call of shots fired at the 5000 block of Lee St. Upon arriving at the industrial complex, LCSO deputies found […]
EAST NAPLES Mom and son arrested for drug trafficking in East Naples Deputies responded to a home to make a major drug bust. The sheriff’s office reported there was enough illegal drugs to kill anyone. And neighbors are not happy. Collier County Sheriff’s Office arrested mom and son Virginia Terry, 62 and Gary Ouillete, 42, for possession and selling of fentanyl, heroin and cocaine out of an […]