Florida Senate bill could increase speed limit on interstates, turnpikesPleasant start to Spring with some evening showers
Florida Senate bill could increase speed limit on interstates, turnpikes Senate Bill 462, could soon raise speed limits on Florida’s turnpikes and interstates from 70 to 75 miles per hour.
The Weather Authority Pleasant start to Spring with some evening showers The Weather Authority is tracking a breezy Thursday with isolated rain expected, culminating into a pleasant beginning of Spring.
wink news Web Exclusive: Rachel Cox-Rosen’s Construction Heads Up Mar. 20 While construction may dampen your commute, WINK News traffic anchor Rachel Cox-Rosen, in this web-exclusive feature, knows the best way to traverse the roadways.
Cyclist and dog hit by car in Charlotte County A routine bike ride in Charlotte County turned into a nightmare for Raymond Weiler and his dog, Tater after a crash.
Byron Donalds talks campaign goals for Florida governor race in 2026 U.S. Rep. Byron Donalds is gearing up for his campaign to succeed Gov. Ron DeSantis in 2026.
CAPE CORAL 5th rendition of Punk Prom to be hosted at Nice Guys Pizza in Cape Coral Punk Prom, the annual gathering of the local alternative scene, has found a new home.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Most Wanted Wednesday: Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for March 19, 2025 Here are some of Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for March 19, 2025. This is a weekly WINK News segment.
PUNTA GORDA Punta Gorda council approves ICE partnership amid community debate Punta Gorda’s City Council made a decisive move by unanimously approving an agreement between the local police department and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
FORT MYERS Leaders and lawmakers respond to FMPD ICE vote in Fort Myers A tied 3-3 vote in the Fort Myers City Council meeting stopped the FMPD from assisting ICE and set off a political powder keg.
BABCOCK RANCH Palmetto Landing seniors feel misled by DR Horton on hurricane safety Residents of Palmetto Landing are raising concerns over construction issues with their homes built by DR Horton.
FORT MYERS Community shows support for councilwoman after vote against ICE agreement A group gathered at a community meeting in Fort Myers to support City Councilwoman Darla Bonk, who voted against an agreement allowing ICE training for FMPD officers.
FORT MYERS BEACH Spring break chaos: Teen’s ear bitten off in Fort Myers Beach fight A violent altercation on Fort Myers Beach has resulted in an 18-year-old facing serious charges.
SANIBEL Sanibel study seeks 400 volunteers to unravel red tide health impacts A new study aims to solve the mystery surrounding red tide, and scientists are seeking 400 volunteers to participate.
NAPLES Naples residents concerned over NOAA cuts affecting hurricane forecasts Concerns are rising in Naples about recent NOAA workforce cuts and their potential impact on the upcoming hurricane season.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral’s new water taxi offers scenic escape from Fort Myers Beach traffic Beachgoers in Cape Coral have a new way to avoid Fort Myers Beach traffic and enjoy a scenic trip at the same time.
Florida Senate bill could increase speed limit on interstates, turnpikes Senate Bill 462, could soon raise speed limits on Florida’s turnpikes and interstates from 70 to 75 miles per hour.
The Weather Authority Pleasant start to Spring with some evening showers The Weather Authority is tracking a breezy Thursday with isolated rain expected, culminating into a pleasant beginning of Spring.
wink news Web Exclusive: Rachel Cox-Rosen’s Construction Heads Up Mar. 20 While construction may dampen your commute, WINK News traffic anchor Rachel Cox-Rosen, in this web-exclusive feature, knows the best way to traverse the roadways.
Cyclist and dog hit by car in Charlotte County A routine bike ride in Charlotte County turned into a nightmare for Raymond Weiler and his dog, Tater after a crash.
Byron Donalds talks campaign goals for Florida governor race in 2026 U.S. Rep. Byron Donalds is gearing up for his campaign to succeed Gov. Ron DeSantis in 2026.
CAPE CORAL 5th rendition of Punk Prom to be hosted at Nice Guys Pizza in Cape Coral Punk Prom, the annual gathering of the local alternative scene, has found a new home.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Most Wanted Wednesday: Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for March 19, 2025 Here are some of Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for March 19, 2025. This is a weekly WINK News segment.
PUNTA GORDA Punta Gorda council approves ICE partnership amid community debate Punta Gorda’s City Council made a decisive move by unanimously approving an agreement between the local police department and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
FORT MYERS Leaders and lawmakers respond to FMPD ICE vote in Fort Myers A tied 3-3 vote in the Fort Myers City Council meeting stopped the FMPD from assisting ICE and set off a political powder keg.
BABCOCK RANCH Palmetto Landing seniors feel misled by DR Horton on hurricane safety Residents of Palmetto Landing are raising concerns over construction issues with their homes built by DR Horton.
FORT MYERS Community shows support for councilwoman after vote against ICE agreement A group gathered at a community meeting in Fort Myers to support City Councilwoman Darla Bonk, who voted against an agreement allowing ICE training for FMPD officers.
FORT MYERS BEACH Spring break chaos: Teen’s ear bitten off in Fort Myers Beach fight A violent altercation on Fort Myers Beach has resulted in an 18-year-old facing serious charges.
SANIBEL Sanibel study seeks 400 volunteers to unravel red tide health impacts A new study aims to solve the mystery surrounding red tide, and scientists are seeking 400 volunteers to participate.
NAPLES Naples residents concerned over NOAA cuts affecting hurricane forecasts Concerns are rising in Naples about recent NOAA workforce cuts and their potential impact on the upcoming hurricane season.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral’s new water taxi offers scenic escape from Fort Myers Beach traffic Beachgoers in Cape Coral have a new way to avoid Fort Myers Beach traffic and enjoy a scenic trip at the same time.
FORT MYERS Tracking the hottest week of the year so far in SW Florida Who’s ready for the hottest week of the year? Temperatures in Southwest Florida will run higher than normal all week long. Highs will peak in the low-mid 90s east of I-75 and upper 80s near the coastline with dry air in place. Due to lack of rain and humidity, our local fire danger indices will […]
FORT MYERS Fire danger risk remains very high across SW Florida Even with lower wind today, fire danger is still expected to peak in the high-to-very-high categories across Southwest Florida. Late this week, an increase in humidity and rainfall potential will bring slight relief. Rainfall deficits still remain between 3 – 6 inches. A bit of good news: at least the low humidity will make it […]
FORT MYERS Lower humidity, windy conditions cause fire danger index to soar Happy Friday, Southwest Florida! Drier air has mixed in and, coupled with windy conditions and low soil moisture, is allowing our fire danger risk to go up. In fact, a Fire Weather Warning (or Red Flag Warning) is in effect for inland counties through Friday night and Saturday morning. This is reflected in the elevated fire danger […]
FORT MYERS Tracking two disturbances in the Atlantic Basin A non-tropical low pressure system located about 450 miles east-northeast of Bermuda is producing tropical storm-force wind and more organized storm activity. The system is expected to move over warmer waters today and will likely become a short-lived subtropical cyclone. Advisories could be issued as early as today or tonight. By this weekend, the low […]
FORT MYERS High fire danger, windy weather across portions of SW Florida Thursday Happy Thursday, Southwest Florida! We have another hot afternoon with a few showers possible and windy conditions. The increase in wind, combined with dry soil and low humidity, will bump up our fire danger risk again today. Wind will be sustained between 15 – 25 mph with gust potential into the low-mid 30s. We’ll only […]
FORT MYERS Development potential increasing for our first tropical disturbance A non-tropical area of low pressure has developed about 600 miles east-southeast of Bermuda. The system is expected to move over warmer waters on Friday and will likely become a short-lived subtropical cyclone. By this weekend, the low will push out to sea and is no threat to the state of Florida. The National Hurricane […]
FORT MYERS Area to watch in the tropics; local fire danger risk increasing The National Hurricane Center is monitoring the potential for a non-tropical low pressure system to develop northeast of Bermuda. Once this low drifts over warmer waters, it could acquire subtropical characteristics before being pushed out to sea over the weekend. This is not a threat to Southwest Florida! Just a reminder that the official start […]
FORT MYERS Fire danger index increases across SWFL Tuesday We have all the ingredients for an elevated fire danger risk across Southwest Florida today. Low humidity, drier-than-normal soil, and breezy wind will lead to a very high threat, especially for Lee and Charlotte counties. Some relief is on the way this afternoon as we mix in a few showers. The rainfall potential today is […]
FORT MYERS Dry air, breezy wind promotes elevated fire danger risk across SW Florida Happy Monday, Southwest Florida! The Weather Authority is tracking an elevated fire danger index today. This is due to drier air and breezy wind with a strong ridge of high pressure overhead, which suppresses our rainfall potential. Wind increases even more by the second half of our work week as we become windy with sustained […]
FORT MYERS Lower humidity moves in this weekend behind a cold front Get ready for a great weekend, Southwest Florida! Before we get there, expect a mostly cloudy sky and a few showers Friday. We’ll eventually mix in sunshine, but clouds remain for most of the morning. Highs Friday will peak in the upper 80s. Spotty showers move in from the northeast this afternoon pushing southwest. Overall, […]