Fort Myers Council explores possible locations for new City HallTim Aten Knows: Plans advance for second Costco store
Fort Myers Council explores possible locations for new City Hall When the city of Fort Myers builds a new City Hall, it’s most likely to remain downtown at then current site.
Tim Aten Knows: Plans advance for second Costco store Costco Wholesale Corp. is moving ahead with plans for a second store in Collier County on the southeast corner of Rattlesnake Hammock Road and Collier Boulevard, immediately north of Physician Regional Medical Center-Collier Boulevard.
naples Naples Winter Wine Festival holds online auction for charity The Naples Winter Wine Festival is set to hold its 10th annual online auction, raising funds for the Naples Children & Education Foundation and donating all proceeds.
the weather authority Clouds and isolated rain for your Friday plans The Weather Authority is tracking isolated rain showers and increased cloud coverage that may impact your Friday afternoon plans.
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.
Charlotte County Man killed in deputy-involved shooting; Charlotte deputies say he pointed gun at them The Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a deputy-involved shooting, which killed a man they said pointed a gun at them.
PORT CHARLOTTE Charlotte County hosts first-ever Magnet Fair A first-of-its-kind chance to allow parents and students to choose the school they go to.
PORT CHARLOTTE Daughter believes mother was killed in Port Charlotte house fire A family is holding each other close as they fear for the worst. Loved ones of 70-year-old Roseanne Cantasano told wink new they believe she was killed in this house fire in Port Charlotte on Monday.
Man arrested after multi-county chase stemming from carjacking A man has been arrested after a carjacking turned into a chase that crossed county lines.
PORT CHARLOTTE Nurses protest use of AI in the workplace Nurses are fighting back against artificial intelligence in their place of work. On Thursday, nurses took to the streets to protest.
NAPLES New gym offers safe place to play for kids on the autism spectrum We Rock the Spectrum welcomes kids both on and off the autism spectrum with activities that cater to all kids.
Charlotte County Vulture Infestation in Placida Neighborhood Big birds are taking over a local golf course in Charlotte County, feeding off the fish kill.
FORT MYERS Tempers flare over RSW expansion budget Tensions rose during Thursday’s meeting with the Lee County Port Authority and county commissioners over RSW’s budget.
ENGLEWOOD Promoting good mental health for veterans The tragedy of veteran suicide impacts far too many families.
72-year-old former law enforcement still displaced after Glades County tornado Devastating damage was brought to the Lakeport Community in Glades County on October 2024, after the strongest tornado to ever hit southwest Florida ripped the neighborhood to shreds.
Fort Myers Council explores possible locations for new City Hall When the city of Fort Myers builds a new City Hall, it’s most likely to remain downtown at then current site.
Tim Aten Knows: Plans advance for second Costco store Costco Wholesale Corp. is moving ahead with plans for a second store in Collier County on the southeast corner of Rattlesnake Hammock Road and Collier Boulevard, immediately north of Physician Regional Medical Center-Collier Boulevard.
naples Naples Winter Wine Festival holds online auction for charity The Naples Winter Wine Festival is set to hold its 10th annual online auction, raising funds for the Naples Children & Education Foundation and donating all proceeds.
the weather authority Clouds and isolated rain for your Friday plans The Weather Authority is tracking isolated rain showers and increased cloud coverage that may impact your Friday afternoon plans.
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.
Charlotte County Man killed in deputy-involved shooting; Charlotte deputies say he pointed gun at them The Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a deputy-involved shooting, which killed a man they said pointed a gun at them.
PORT CHARLOTTE Charlotte County hosts first-ever Magnet Fair A first-of-its-kind chance to allow parents and students to choose the school they go to.
PORT CHARLOTTE Daughter believes mother was killed in Port Charlotte house fire A family is holding each other close as they fear for the worst. Loved ones of 70-year-old Roseanne Cantasano told wink new they believe she was killed in this house fire in Port Charlotte on Monday.
Man arrested after multi-county chase stemming from carjacking A man has been arrested after a carjacking turned into a chase that crossed county lines.
PORT CHARLOTTE Nurses protest use of AI in the workplace Nurses are fighting back against artificial intelligence in their place of work. On Thursday, nurses took to the streets to protest.
NAPLES New gym offers safe place to play for kids on the autism spectrum We Rock the Spectrum welcomes kids both on and off the autism spectrum with activities that cater to all kids.
Charlotte County Vulture Infestation in Placida Neighborhood Big birds are taking over a local golf course in Charlotte County, feeding off the fish kill.
FORT MYERS Tempers flare over RSW expansion budget Tensions rose during Thursday’s meeting with the Lee County Port Authority and county commissioners over RSW’s budget.
ENGLEWOOD Promoting good mental health for veterans The tragedy of veteran suicide impacts far too many families.
72-year-old former law enforcement still displaced after Glades County tornado Devastating damage was brought to the Lakeport Community in Glades County on October 2024, after the strongest tornado to ever hit southwest Florida ripped the neighborhood to shreds.
NAPLES Air Force veteran pays it forward with Get Well cards A kind gesture from an Air Force veteran looking to pay it forward. Renee Whisner sent more than 3,000 “Get Well” cards to veteran hospitals and nursing homes across Florida. Whisner is paralyzed from the chest down. She wanted to do something to help other veterans feel the warmth she did when she got cards […]
COLLIER COUNTY Skyrocketing rental prices leaving SWFL renters with few options People looking for a new place to live in Southwest Florida are having a hard time finding something they can afford. New data shows prices for first-time renters are skyrocketing by nearly 50% in Collier County today compared to January. One person renting in Collier County told WINK News, “we’re paying $2,450, and now we’re […]
COLLIER COUNTY Judge says child porn videos found on Collier County teacher’s phone were uploads Concerns are being raised about where a teacher got child porn. A judge says the videos found on Jason Siciliano’s devices of children as young as four are uploads, not downloads. WINK News spoke to Marie D’Annunzio, a mom with a child who had a class with Siciliano. She had a question she felt she had […]
NORTH NAPLES Collier County community showing their support for chef Brian Roland’s recovery A community is now standing strong behind a well-known chef who has left his mark. Chef Brian Roland, owner of Crave Culinaire, was catering an event at Ferrari Naples when he was severely injured after being pinned under an elevator. An event is being held on Wednesday night for the community to come together in […]
NAPLES Veterans, police officers fighting City of Naples for benefits they say they’re owed Veterans who say they have been sidelined from the police force are now battling for their own benefits, as two former officers suffered career-ending injuries. Now, those officers say the City of Naples owes them money to survive in retirement. WINK News spoke to one of those officers about what that assistance would mean to […]
NAPLES Former President Donald Trump in Naples for exclusive Christmas event Former President Donald Trump is in town for a VIP Christmas event in Naples, but to get in exclusive attendees have to pay a hefty price tag. Known for huge rallies former President Trump planed a low-key night in Naples. Naples Winter Christmas is an exclusive event. 90 people maximum. Every one of them paying […]
NAPLES City of Naples, Fraternal Order of Police continue discussions on officer retention Safety concerns are growing as the Naples Police Department continues to lose officers. Now there are negotiations between the city and the department to get to the bottom of the problem. The president and vice president of the Fraternal Order of Police say having a salary structure, or a step plan, would be the place […]
COLLIER COUNTY Heather Grimshaw’s family relieved by guilty verdict for Michael Zutten Michael Zutten will soon face the penalty phase of his trial in the murder of Heather Grimshaw. On Tuesday, a jury found him guilty of second-degree murder. To Heather’s family, the ruling is a relief. Now that the trial’s over when Alyson Grimshaw thinks about her mom Heather, she remembers the best part of her […]
COLLIER COUNTY Michael Zutten found guilty of second-degree murder The man accused of killing his girlfriend and then dumping her body took the stand in his own defense on Tuesday. Michael Zutten is on trial for the murder and in court, on Tuesday he told the jury he still loves heather Grimshaw and that he didn’t kill her. However, the jury did not believe […]
COLLIER COUNTY State rests case, defense up next in Michael Zutten murder trial The state rested its case against Micheal Zutten on Monday. The final testimony showed the jury Zutten’s suggestive social media posts. After his fiance, Heather Grimshaw, disappeared he wrote disturbing posts on Facebook including one about dragging a body through the woods. Zutten is accused of killing Grimshaw and dumping her body in a state […]