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.
IMMOKALEE Caught on video: Huge gator crosses Immokalee neighborhood Fridays in Florida are for gators
FORT MYERS FGCU softball pitcher making a name for herself One season in FGCU, freshman pitcher Allison Sparkman is already ruffling feathers in the circle.
Surrendering-pets trend at Gulf Coast Humane Society raises concerns An large amount of pets are being surrendered by their owners. About half of the dogs at the Gulf Coast Humane Society are surrender dogs.
Students benefitting from millions in sales tax dollars So far, the voter-approved half-cent sales tax has brought in $507 million for the Lee County School District.
PORT CHARLOTTE ‘Shady’: One woman feels misled after federal student loan consolidation It takes some people decades to pay off their student loans. One woman’s last payment was in sight until she took a gamble she said she was told to take.
FORT MYERS Homeless encampments inch closer to neighborhoods Law enforcement has swept multiple encampments, cleaning the trails of mess and muck left behind, and some of these encampments are right in our backyards.
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.
IMMOKALEE Caught on video: Huge gator crosses Immokalee neighborhood Fridays in Florida are for gators
FORT MYERS FGCU softball pitcher making a name for herself One season in FGCU, freshman pitcher Allison Sparkman is already ruffling feathers in the circle.
Surrendering-pets trend at Gulf Coast Humane Society raises concerns An large amount of pets are being surrendered by their owners. About half of the dogs at the Gulf Coast Humane Society are surrender dogs.
Students benefitting from millions in sales tax dollars So far, the voter-approved half-cent sales tax has brought in $507 million for the Lee County School District.
PORT CHARLOTTE ‘Shady’: One woman feels misled after federal student loan consolidation It takes some people decades to pay off their student loans. One woman’s last payment was in sight until she took a gamble she said she was told to take.
FORT MYERS Homeless encampments inch closer to neighborhoods Law enforcement has swept multiple encampments, cleaning the trails of mess and muck left behind, and some of these encampments are right in our backyards.
LEE COUNTY Record-breaking number of cars out this holiday season, road rage more likely The holiday season is supposed to be a time filled with joy and happiness, but not everyone is showing the holiday cheer when they get behind the wheel of their cars. It’s been a record-breaking number of cars on the road this holiday season. “A lot more cars,” said Diane Privitera. “I came at the […]
CAPE CORAL YouTube video tipped off police about Cape Coral armed burglar suspect An accused gun thief was caught after he and a group of thieves were recorded attempting to steal a gun safe that fell out of a suspected vehicle. The victim told WINK News it was a rap video on YouTube that showcased his gun that helped police arrest the suspect. The suspect, Dominique Elijah Hutchinson, […]
WINK NEWS SWFL man goes on last-minute Christmas shopping mission ‘Twas the night before Christmas and all through the lot — Sebastian Fujihara — not a present he’s bought. “I’ve been working the past five days,” Fujihara. “And I haven’t been having time, so today’s the perfect day to come get some shopping.” Fujihara usually shops from behind his computer screen. “Last year, I bought […]
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral homeowner subjected pup to a tattered storm ridden shelter A pup is safe and warm after neighbors in Cape Coral jumped into action and got it the help it needed. Cape Coral neighbors said the dog was kept in an outdoor kennel with tattered covering. Lee County said the owner was warned four times already. The Gulf Coast Humane Society recommends all pets be […]
LEE COUNTY Busy holiday travel season kicks off at SWFL International Airport Thousands of you are traveling on Sunday to make it home for the holidays. We are keeping track of the travel conditions for you. A spokesperson for Southwest Florida International Airport told WINK News that from Dec. 22 until Jan. 4 they expect nearly 600,000 people to travel through RSW. They expect Christmas Day and […]
LEE COUNTY Holidays Without Hunger: Volunteers pack thousands of meals so no one goes hungry Thousands of volunteers gathered to pack hundreds of thousands of meals for those in Southwest Florida and abroad experiencing food insecurity this holiday season. Nonprofit Meals of Hope hosted its annual “Holidays Without Hunger” event at Lee Civic Center in North Fort Myers Saturday, where volunteers helped to scoop and seal meal packs that will […]
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral family seeks help after father and husband dies What was expected to be a joyous time for a Southwest Florida family turned into tragedy when their father died unexpectedly. Community members are stepping up to help during the family’s time of need in the wake of a tragedy. The Gregg-Donaldson family in Cape Coral was looking forward to a new addition to their […]
WINK NEWS SWFL cemeteries observe National Wreaths Across America Day “Remember our fallen U.S. veterans. Honor those who serve. Teach your children the value of freedom.” That’s the motto of Wreaths Across America. Friends and neighbors gathered across Southwest Florida Saturday to fulfill that motto and laid wreaths on the graves of fallen soldiers for National Wreaths Across America Day. Community members saluted those who […]
FORT MYERS Blue Christmas: For some, the holiday’s bring more sadness than cheer The Christmas tree, decorations and presents are all supposed to be signs of holiday cheer, but for some, the holidays can be anything but joyful. It’s a time when they experience their greatest grief. It’s called Blue Christmas. And a group here in Southwest Florida is offering to help if you’re “down in the dumps” over […]
LEE COUNTY Joint effort gives hundreds of Lee County homeless students toys, meals For some homeless people in Lee County, all they want this Christmas season is a roof over their heads and a warm meal in their bellies. For six years, a group has been helping to make sure they get not only what they need, but toys, too. To Eric Decker, bins before him are more […]