Bishop of the Diocese of Venice releases statement following sexual abuse allegations of SWFL priestGone but not forgotten: Traveling Vietnam Memorial pays tribute to veterans
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Bishop of the Diocese of Venice releases statement following sexual abuse allegations of 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.
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.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Bishop of the Diocese of Venice releases statement following sexual abuse allegations of 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.
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.
FORT MYERS Arrest has been made in robberies of targeted MidWestOne Bank, Fifth Third Bank Glenn Michael Aiken has been arrested in connection with Friday’s bank robbery at MidWestOne in south Fort Myers. CrimeStoppers received a tip over the weekend that led to his arrest. Lee County Sheriff’s deputies were at the scene of a bank robbery in south Fort Myers. Now, CrimeStoppers needs your help searching for the suspect. […]
FORT MYERS Here’s what time your favorite stores open on Black Friday For some, the thrill of Black Friday shopping even tops a pandemic. So, for those of you setting your alarms super early, here’s what time your favorite stores will be open. BEST BUY Best Buy opens at 5 a.m. on Black Friday and begins offering curbside pickup at 5. BELK Belk will be opening at […]
NORTH FORT MYERS Bicyclist killed in North Fort Myers crash FHP is investigating a fatal crash in North Fort Myers. Officers say a car collided with a bicycle at the intersection of North Tamiami Trail and Bayshore Road in North Fort Myers. They say that the man on the bike traveled into the car’s path and that’s when the car struck him. The bicyclist died […]
FORT MYERS Ortiz Ave. reopens after crash sends 3 to hospital Fort Myers police have reopened Ortiz Avenue after it was closed for several hours following a serious crash. Three people were sent to the hospital, two of them with serious injuries, after the Sunday evening crash. Trust WINK News for updates.
FORT MYERS Teen faces charges in Fort Myers homicide A 17-year-old male was arrested Monday for a shooting death at a Fort Myers apartment complex over the weekend. Sunday, Fort Myers Police Department said a man was found dead inside a car that had crashed into the clubhouse at The Retreat at Vista Lake apartment complex near Winkler Avenue and Veronica Shoemaker Boulevard. The […]
JACKSONVILLE Southeastern Grocers recalls organic basil Southeastern Grocers announced Friday that they are voluntarily recalling SE Grocers Naturally Better Organic Fresh Cut Basil. The recall is due to Cyclospora. Cyclospora infections, known as cyclosporiasis, can cause diarrhea, abdominal cramps, nausea and vomiting, among other symptoms. SE Grocers says if customers still have this product, regardless of the expiration date, they should […]
FORT MYERS Leader of Lee County drug ring sentenced to 14 years in federal prison Alphonda Baker, of Cape Coral, has been sentenced to 14 years in federal prison for conspiracy to distribute heroin and fentanyl and being in possession of multiple firearms as a felon. Baker, 45, plead guilty back on February 5. Three of Baker’s associates had already been sentenced: Travis Lee Watkins was sentenced to 13 years, […]
ENGLEWOOD Suncoast Humane Society looking for fosters for the holidays Suncoast Humane Society is looking for volunteers to participate in their “Holiday Crashers” program. In the past, they would recruit volunteers to come to the shelter to spend time with the animals. This year, in order to slow the spread of coronavirus, instead of coming to the shelter you can foster animals in your own […]
NAPLES Shooting at a Wendy’s location in Naples Collier County Sheriff’s deputies are investigating a shooting in Naples. Officials got the call just before 1 p.m. on Sunday that shots had been fired behind the Wendy’s at 4114 Tamiami Trail North. Deputies say the victim was an adult male but he sustained non-life-threatening injuries. The investigators believe this was an isolated incident.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral cancels in-person Art Festival and Market Place The Cape Coral Arts and Music Festival said on Facebook that the Art Festival and Market Place has canceled in-person activities for the year. The Cape Coral Rotary Club, who sponsors the event, says they’re “disappointed.” But, due to coronavirus, they say it wouldn’t be possible to hold it in person safely. Instead, they will […]