CAPE CORAL Cape Coral residents stuck living days without water A quick shower led to a daunting discovery by the Perkins family: They had no water.
ESTERO Gabriel Iglesias coming to Hertz Arena Comedian Gabriel ‘Fluffy’ Iglesias will be performing a comedy set in Estero in November.
CAPE CORAL Water woes: Cape Coral to address water issues with townhall meeting In a city with more canals than Venice, water in Cape Coral doesn’t seem that hard to find. Interestingly enough, some people say their water is running dry. That’s why the city wants to hear from you. On Monday, the city will host a water conservation town hall. Since last November, Northeast Cape Coral has […]
Florida insurer fined $1M over Hurricane Ian claims The Florida Office of Insurance Regulation issued the seven figure fine to Heritage Property and Casualty Insurance Company for violating a number of Florida laws when handling some of its Hurricane Ian- related claims.
NORTH NAPLES One Step at a Time: NAMI of Collier County Mental Health Walk Hundreds of people walked one mile with the goal of raising awareness of mental health challenges.
Southwest Florida The Weather Authority: A warm Sunday with lower humidity for Mother’s Day The Weather Authority has your Mother’s Day forecast. For Sunday, things heat up with highs in the 90s, but it is less humid out.
FORT MYERS BEACH Little League is back on Fort Myers Beach The crack of the bat is something these little league players never thought they’d get to see again here on Fort Myers Beach.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Aunt and father of Christopher Horne Jr. released from jail The aunt and father of Christopher Horne Jr. have been released Saturday afternoon.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA WINK Neighborhood Watch: Salad Knife, Fish, and Shooting Update This week’s segment of WINK Neighborhood Watch features a knife-wielding customer, a fish named ‘Bean,’ and an update on a double shooting.
The Weather Authority National Hurricane Preparedness Week: Take action today For Hurricane Preparedness Week, we are recapping the importance of taking action to be better prepared for when a storm develops.
Southwest Florida The Weather Authority: Warm weekend but lower humidity briefly in the forecast The Weather Authority Meteorologist Lauren Kreidler said to expect a warm weekend, but there is a present for Mom on Sunday – lower humidity.
CAPE CORAL 3 family members of teen accused in murder of Kayla Rincon-Miller arrested New details have emerged surrounding the arrest of a woman whose 16-year-old son is accused of being involved in the murder of Kayla Rincon-Miller, and now her husband and sister are also in jail.
FORT MYERS Death investigation in Fort Myers after body is found in truck bed Fort Myers Police confirm that there is a death investigation at the corner of Market Street and brown street.
NAPLES Naples ‘celebrity bartender’ stirring up new cocktails at LoLa 41 Michael Slabach often researches ideas, finding a new balance of layers, color, texture and selective glassware to turn his drinks into art.
FORT MYERS New affordable housing program in Fort Myers begins Affordable housing is a rare sighting these days, but one city is making it a priority.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral residents stuck living days without water A quick shower led to a daunting discovery by the Perkins family: They had no water.
ESTERO Gabriel Iglesias coming to Hertz Arena Comedian Gabriel ‘Fluffy’ Iglesias will be performing a comedy set in Estero in November.
CAPE CORAL Water woes: Cape Coral to address water issues with townhall meeting In a city with more canals than Venice, water in Cape Coral doesn’t seem that hard to find. Interestingly enough, some people say their water is running dry. That’s why the city wants to hear from you. On Monday, the city will host a water conservation town hall. Since last November, Northeast Cape Coral has […]
Florida insurer fined $1M over Hurricane Ian claims The Florida Office of Insurance Regulation issued the seven figure fine to Heritage Property and Casualty Insurance Company for violating a number of Florida laws when handling some of its Hurricane Ian- related claims.
NORTH NAPLES One Step at a Time: NAMI of Collier County Mental Health Walk Hundreds of people walked one mile with the goal of raising awareness of mental health challenges.
Southwest Florida The Weather Authority: A warm Sunday with lower humidity for Mother’s Day The Weather Authority has your Mother’s Day forecast. For Sunday, things heat up with highs in the 90s, but it is less humid out.
FORT MYERS BEACH Little League is back on Fort Myers Beach The crack of the bat is something these little league players never thought they’d get to see again here on Fort Myers Beach.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Aunt and father of Christopher Horne Jr. released from jail The aunt and father of Christopher Horne Jr. have been released Saturday afternoon.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA WINK Neighborhood Watch: Salad Knife, Fish, and Shooting Update This week’s segment of WINK Neighborhood Watch features a knife-wielding customer, a fish named ‘Bean,’ and an update on a double shooting.
The Weather Authority National Hurricane Preparedness Week: Take action today For Hurricane Preparedness Week, we are recapping the importance of taking action to be better prepared for when a storm develops.
Southwest Florida The Weather Authority: Warm weekend but lower humidity briefly in the forecast The Weather Authority Meteorologist Lauren Kreidler said to expect a warm weekend, but there is a present for Mom on Sunday – lower humidity.
CAPE CORAL 3 family members of teen accused in murder of Kayla Rincon-Miller arrested New details have emerged surrounding the arrest of a woman whose 16-year-old son is accused of being involved in the murder of Kayla Rincon-Miller, and now her husband and sister are also in jail.
FORT MYERS Death investigation in Fort Myers after body is found in truck bed Fort Myers Police confirm that there is a death investigation at the corner of Market Street and brown street.
NAPLES Naples ‘celebrity bartender’ stirring up new cocktails at LoLa 41 Michael Slabach often researches ideas, finding a new balance of layers, color, texture and selective glassware to turn his drinks into art.
FORT MYERS New affordable housing program in Fort Myers begins Affordable housing is a rare sighting these days, but one city is making it a priority.
WINK NEWS St. Matthew’s House, Mission Community Church give away turkey feasts for Thanksgiving More than 600 families in Southwest Florida will have a Thanksgiving meal thanks to the generosity of the community. Families lined up Monday at St. Matthew’s House Thrift Store to get their pre-packaged holiday box. We spoke to those who explained this kind gesture makes their year. A line of cars stretched for blocks at […]
WINK NEWS Video of man in Estero wrestling alligator to save dog goes viral A man in Southwest Florida risked his life for his puppy, and his unbelievable rescue story has gone viral. Many have seen the video that captured him prying an alligator’s mouth open enough to release his beloved pet. People from around the world are calling Richard and Louise Wilbanks in Estero, wanting to hear the […]
WINK NEWS SWFL health systems set to receive new monoclonal antibody treatment Twenty more people who tested positive for the coronavirus were admitted to Lee Health hospitals in the past 24 hours Friday. Lee Health has 124 patients with COVID-19 isolated its hospitals, and nine COVID-19 patients are on ventilators. At NCH, 46 people are in the hospital with COVID-19. Southwest Florida will soon have a treatment […]
TALLAHASSEE DeSantis outlines state’s COVID-19 vaccine distribution plan, says vaccines won’t be mandated On Thursday, Gov. Ron DeSantis gave an update on the State’s plan for distributing the COVID-19 vaccine, saying the State is prepared to provide them with, but Floridians won’t be required to have one. He also talked about new therapeutic treatments that are available to those most vulnerable to the virus. “The State of Florida […]
WINK NEWS Lee County school district details its COVID-19 rapid testing of staff, students The School District of Lee County has reached agreements with Lee Health and Lee County to use 2,000 COVID-19 rapid testing kits provided by the state of Florida. Parents say they’re on board, but they’re concerned that children who test negative still have to quarantine for 10 days. The district hopes the tests last for […]
LEE COUNTY School board shortens 2021 summer break to 7 weeks in Lee County The pandemic is already impacting summer plans for students in Lee County. The Lee County School Board voted on its 2021-22 school year calendar Tuesday, and it included shortening summer break to seven weeks compared to the usual 10-week vacation. Some parents told us they understand the decision. Kids went back to school later to […]
WINK NEWS Negative COVID-19 test not enough to rely on for the holidays, health experts say More restrictions are coming across the United States, as coronavirus cases surge. People in Chicago are asked to stay at home. Philadelphia banned indoor gatherings. California reinstated broad restrictions, and Iowa mandated masks. This comes as Florida reports more than 4,000 confirmed COVID-19 cases Monday. Over the weekend, Sunday saw the state reach its highest […]
WINK NEWS Surge in COVID-19 cases a concern ahead of the holidays, health experts say Hopping on a plane or hitting the road to go see family for the holidays is tradition for many. But with a surge in COVID-19 cases nationwide, doctors say you should think twice about the risks of celebrating with the ones you love this year. Coronavirus cases continue to surge across the country. We are […]
LEE COUNTY Lee Health sees increase in COVID-19 patients, urges public vigilance Lee Health says it now has more than 100 patients with the coronavirus at the hospital system. We spoke to Dr. Larry Antonucci, Lee Health’s president and CEO, Tuesday about the new numbers. Antonucci says people are getting too relaxed with the guidelines. They are letting their guards down, and they are going to gatherings. […]
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral to host smaller veterans event after parade is canceled Eta has put a damper on plans to celebrate our local veterans in Southwest Florida, but it won’t keep us from honoring them completely. Cape Coral’s Veterans Day parade was already going to look different due to the pandemic as a drive-in event, but it’s now canceled completely. Still, organizers hope to gain help to […]