DeSantis announces funding for developmentally disabled individualsBradenton man arrested after allegedly masturbating inside Charlotte County Walmart
Jupiter DeSantis announces funding for developmentally disabled individuals Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis spoke on education for children with developmental disabilities at the Els Center of Excellence in Jupiter.
CHARLOTTE COUNTY Bradenton man arrested after allegedly masturbating inside Charlotte County Walmart A man from Bradenton has been arrested after he was allegedly masturbating inside a Walmart in Charlotte County.
LEHIGH ACRES Lehigh Acres work trailer explosion injures 1 The Lehigh Acres Fire Control and Rescue District responded to a work trailer explosion that injured one person.
CBS News Trump and DeSantis, once GOP rivals, meet in South Florida to talk about 2024 election Florida Governor Ron DeSantis met privately with former President Donald Trump for several hours on Sunday morning to talk, in part, about fundraising ahead of the 2024 general election, several sources familiar with the meeting tell CBS News.
WINK NEWS Florida Prepaid open enrollment deadline approaches All parents fear the expense of college for their children; however, the state offers a great option in the Florida Prepaid Plan.
The Weather Authority Few showers this Monday afternoon after a pleasant and dry morning The Weather Authority is tracking a cool and pleasant Monday morning start with the possibility of afternoon rain showers.
NORTH FORT MYERS 1 dead, 1 arrested after North Fort Myers shooting The Lee County Sheriff’s Office arrested one person following an evening shooting that killed a man in North Fort Myers.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Bishop of the Diocese of Venice releases statement following sexual abuse allegations by SWFL priest The Bishop of the Diocese of Venice is speaking out after Charlotte County Reverend Leo Riley was arrested on five counts of sexual battery stemming from his past work as a priest in Iowa.
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.
Jupiter DeSantis announces funding for developmentally disabled individuals Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis spoke on education for children with developmental disabilities at the Els Center of Excellence in Jupiter.
CHARLOTTE COUNTY Bradenton man arrested after allegedly masturbating inside Charlotte County Walmart A man from Bradenton has been arrested after he was allegedly masturbating inside a Walmart in Charlotte County.
LEHIGH ACRES Lehigh Acres work trailer explosion injures 1 The Lehigh Acres Fire Control and Rescue District responded to a work trailer explosion that injured one person.
CBS News Trump and DeSantis, once GOP rivals, meet in South Florida to talk about 2024 election Florida Governor Ron DeSantis met privately with former President Donald Trump for several hours on Sunday morning to talk, in part, about fundraising ahead of the 2024 general election, several sources familiar with the meeting tell CBS News.
WINK NEWS Florida Prepaid open enrollment deadline approaches All parents fear the expense of college for their children; however, the state offers a great option in the Florida Prepaid Plan.
The Weather Authority Few showers this Monday afternoon after a pleasant and dry morning The Weather Authority is tracking a cool and pleasant Monday morning start with the possibility of afternoon rain showers.
NORTH FORT MYERS 1 dead, 1 arrested after North Fort Myers shooting The Lee County Sheriff’s Office arrested one person following an evening shooting that killed a man in North Fort Myers.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Bishop of the Diocese of Venice releases statement following sexual abuse allegations by SWFL priest The Bishop of the Diocese of Venice is speaking out after Charlotte County Reverend Leo Riley was arrested on five counts of sexual battery stemming from his past work as a priest in Iowa.
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.
FORT MYERS Volunteers help run the Harry Chapin Food Bank There are two things that keep the Harry Chapin Food Bank running smoothly: cash and its volunteers. At least that’s what volunteer Fritz Gloege says. All of the volunteers like Gloege help sort and stack the food that will be provided to those in need in the community. Drivers like Ken Johnson help to deliver […]
FORT MYERS TikTok video shows terrifying moments during a standoff inside a Fort Myers McDonald’s WINK News is giving you a look at the chaos inside a McDonald’s during a standoff from earlier this year. Inside Edition got its hands on a video from TikTok showing what employees and patrons went through when an armed man barricaded himself inside for hours. “Oh my god!” You can hear the fear from […]
WINK NEWS How to help a friend suffering with mental illness If you have a friend in need, suffering from mental health illness, what do you say? It can be awkward and intimidating and sometimes difficult to put yourself in their shoes. Florida Gulf Coast University Clinical Assistant Professor and Director of Community Counseling Clinic, Alise Bartley, PH.D. explains how you can help. WATCH the full […]
GOLDEN GATE ESTATES Hear from neighbor who called deputies on Golden Gate Estates man arrested for murder WINK News first told you this Golden Gate Estates man who was arrested for second-degree murder last week. The Collier County Sheriff’s Office arrested Michael Allen Pritchard after finding a body buried on his property. Now, WINK News is speaking to one of Pritchard’s neighbors who called 911. That neighbor told investigators that Pritchard confessed […]
FORT MYERS FAA warns air travelers to behave or be fined A warning from the FAA ahead of the holiday travel season. They said if you are unruly on a plane get ready to pay up. One passenger from Fort Myers must hand over $24,000 for causing a scene on a plane, forcing it to divert to another city. That passenger took off his face mask […]
FORT MYERS Grocery stores putting limits on certain items as supply chain issues continue Your Thanksgiving fixings are getting harder to buy. Publix is now warning shoppers that supply chain issues and holiday demand are putting a strain on their stock. They are putting purchase limits on some items. For each item on the list below you can only buy two per person. Canned cranberry sauce Jarred gravy Canned […]
NAPLES Friends and family honoring Collier County man killed in weekend motorcycle crash A community of first responders mourning the loss of one of their own. Bryan Fly died in a crash over on Sunday. He had a dream of becoming a firefighter and it was close to becoming a reality. His friends and other first responders are honoring him the way he would have liked. They have […]
NAPLES Naples nonprofit continues aid as US government urges Americans to leave Haiti The U.S. government is urging all Americans to leave Haiti. It is because of the country’s insecurity, and severe lack of fuel. It’s impacting everyday life from hospitals to schools and even banks. Hope for Haiti, a nonprofit organization based in Naples, says while it adds challenges to their mission their work in Haiti isn’t […]
WINK NEWS Survival and remembering lives lost during the Holocaust One of the “hidden gems” in our area is something that won’t make you smile, but, it will likely amaze you. WINK News, with help from the Holocaust Museum and the Cohen Education Center in North Naples, we bring you the stories of survivors to pass along their knowledge and experiences. The stories are horrific […]
WINK NEWS Holocaust survivors pass on knowledge to younger generation It’s difficult to know exactly how many Holocaust survivors are still alive today. To start, the records aren’t complete, and they’re dying – 75 years after surviving a relentless threat of death. This week, as we honor our veterans, we especially wanted to highlight the ones that liberated people in the concentration camps. WINK News […]