Web Exclusive: Rachel Cox-Rosen’s Construction Heads-UpCooler-than-average with a few showers possible this afternoon
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.
the weather authority Cooler-than-average with a few showers possible this afternoon The Weather Authority is tracking cooler-than-average temperatures with a possible afternoon shower this Thursday.
PORT CHARLOTTE Community grieves as investigation continues into fatal Port Charlotte fire The state fire marshal has yet to confirm whether 70-year-old Roseanne Cantasano was the victim of a devastating house fire on Monday night.
Local influencer reacts to potential TikTok ban TikTok is more than just a place to dance, learn something new or just scroll. For the Manella family, the app is a place where they can be themselves.
Protecting the Florida Panther from urban expansion The endangered Florida Panther is the king of the Everglades but new developments could rip apart their core territory.
Local Rabbi reacts to Israel and Hamas ceasefire agreement While the news of hostages being freed has brought relief, one local rabbi who has been speaking with WINK News since the war broke out expressed mixed feelings
Tiger dams in Collier County new defense system to stop flooding Collier County is now on board with a new defense system to stop flooding.
CAPE CORAL Plans for Cape Coral airport presented to City Council An airport in Cape Coral? The idea was presented to the city council on Wednesday as part of a broader report addressing the city’s rapid growth.
CAPE CORAL Lake Kennedy Racquetball Center gets new name and logo The Lake Kennedy Racquetball Center in Cape Coral is rebranding.
NAPLES Naples Pride Fest gets green light from City Council The Naples City Council voted to approve the permit for Naples Pride Fest at Cambier Park.
Former Lee supervisor of elections candidate calls for Sheriff Marceno to resign More fingers are pointing at Lee County Sheriff Carmine Marceno.
NORTH FORT MYERS City of Fort Myers wants progress on submerged boats at Old Bridge Marina It has become a headache for many: boats left submerged at the Old Bridge Marina, next to the Edison Bridge.
Dementia risk factors unveiled Eating healthy and staying active can help keep your brain sharp, but did you know your family’s wealth may also affect your dementia risk?
Another chance at FEMA assistance If you applied for FEMA assistance after hurricanes Helene and Milton and are not happy with the answer they gave you, they are giving you another chance.
NAPLES Naples City Council names Gary L. Young as next city manager The Naples City Council unanimously voted to appoint Deputy City Manager and CFO Gary L. Young as the new city manager.
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.
the weather authority Cooler-than-average with a few showers possible this afternoon The Weather Authority is tracking cooler-than-average temperatures with a possible afternoon shower this Thursday.
PORT CHARLOTTE Community grieves as investigation continues into fatal Port Charlotte fire The state fire marshal has yet to confirm whether 70-year-old Roseanne Cantasano was the victim of a devastating house fire on Monday night.
Local influencer reacts to potential TikTok ban TikTok is more than just a place to dance, learn something new or just scroll. For the Manella family, the app is a place where they can be themselves.
Protecting the Florida Panther from urban expansion The endangered Florida Panther is the king of the Everglades but new developments could rip apart their core territory.
Local Rabbi reacts to Israel and Hamas ceasefire agreement While the news of hostages being freed has brought relief, one local rabbi who has been speaking with WINK News since the war broke out expressed mixed feelings
Tiger dams in Collier County new defense system to stop flooding Collier County is now on board with a new defense system to stop flooding.
CAPE CORAL Plans for Cape Coral airport presented to City Council An airport in Cape Coral? The idea was presented to the city council on Wednesday as part of a broader report addressing the city’s rapid growth.
CAPE CORAL Lake Kennedy Racquetball Center gets new name and logo The Lake Kennedy Racquetball Center in Cape Coral is rebranding.
NAPLES Naples Pride Fest gets green light from City Council The Naples City Council voted to approve the permit for Naples Pride Fest at Cambier Park.
Former Lee supervisor of elections candidate calls for Sheriff Marceno to resign More fingers are pointing at Lee County Sheriff Carmine Marceno.
NORTH FORT MYERS City of Fort Myers wants progress on submerged boats at Old Bridge Marina It has become a headache for many: boats left submerged at the Old Bridge Marina, next to the Edison Bridge.
Dementia risk factors unveiled Eating healthy and staying active can help keep your brain sharp, but did you know your family’s wealth may also affect your dementia risk?
Another chance at FEMA assistance If you applied for FEMA assistance after hurricanes Helene and Milton and are not happy with the answer they gave you, they are giving you another chance.
NAPLES Naples City Council names Gary L. Young as next city manager The Naples City Council unanimously voted to appoint Deputy City Manager and CFO Gary L. Young as the new city manager.
Child found alone, wandering Fort Myers streets FORT MYERS, Fla.- A Fort Myers woman was in the right place at the right time to rescue a child from a dangerous situation. Tasmia Green found a 4-year-old boy wandering the streets all alone on Tuesday, in the sweltering heat. It was close to 90 degrees outside when he was spotted at Central Avenue and Morado […]
Fort Myers second grader caught taking gun to school FORT MYERS, Fla.- An elementary school student was caught taking a gun to school on Friday, confirmed the Lee County School District. The school district says the second grade student had the unloaded gun on the bus ride to Ray V. Pottorf Elementary School. A Lee County Sheriff’s Office report states Friday morning, the student brought the gun to […]
Hurricane Patricia makes landfall PUERTO VALLARTA, Mexico (AP) – Hurricane Patricia pushed rapidly inland over mountainous western Mexico early Saturday, weakening from its record-breaking strength but still powerful as it dumped torrential rains that authorities warned could cause deadly floods and mudslides. Patricia, which peaked as the strongest hurricane on record in the Western Hemisphere, made landfall Friday on […]
Investigation into the charges of baby Chance murder FORT MYERS, Fla.- WINK News is investigating two of the biggest stories we’ve covered all year–the disappearance of baby Chance Walsh and the killing of Dr. Teresa Sievers. A legal expert tells WINK News, he’s surprised by the murder charges in both cases. Let’s start with the heartbreaking case of baby Chance. His parents, Kristen […]
Relay for Life 2016 Kicksoff FORT MYERS, Fla.–Downtown Fort Myers continues to recover from that devastating shooting spree at Zombicon Saturday night. Tonight the City of Palms Park Relay for Life launched their kickoff party at the Twisted Vine Bistro. Last year the relay raised $55,000 and next year the goal is much more. “We are going for $100,000 this […]
City leaders talk about security after ZombiCon shooting FORT MYERS, Fla.- Police are hoping surveillance footage along with the dozens of pictures and videos posted on social media will help detectives track down the ZombiCon gunman. Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers says they’ve received more than 50 tips so far related to the shooting. Police have not announced any arrests or named any suspects. Six people were shot, including 20-year-old Expavious […]
Local organization trains veterans for insurance career FORT MYERS, Fla.- For many brave war veterans, serving overseas is just the start of a long, grueling journey. When veterans return home to America, a lot of them have trouble just finding a decent job. But now, a new local organization is putting them in a position to break into a lucrative career. “It was […]
New details emerge of missing baby’s parents’ arrest NORTH PORT, Fla.–Never before released details in the mysterious case of 9-week old Chance Walsh, who’s been missing for a month, are coming to light. WINK News has learned new information about the moments right before his parents were arrested just days ago for child neglect. In early October, police in Hardeeville, South Carolina say […]
Family of missing baby speak out NORTH PORT, Fla.- A heartbroken family is desperate and determined to find their precious baby grandson. WINK News spoke to the grandmother and step-grandmother of 9-week-old Chance Walsh who mysteriously vanished a month ago. His parents, Kristen Bury and Joseph Walsh are now behind bars in the Jasper County Jail in South Carolina facing child […]
A year later: Murder of Andrew Faust Jr. FORT MYERS, Fla.- Hearts are heavy in Dunbar Wednesday night. Next Tuesday marks exactly one year since 5-year-old Andrew Faust Jr. was killed in a drive-by shooting. One year later, his mother, Toyetta Simpson, is committed to stopping the violence in the community. “When he ran in to the room and I remember the last […]