NAPLES Body found in Collier County retention pond According to the Collier County Sheriff’s Office, a body was found in a retention pond on Sunday. The body was found on Lindsey Lane.
NAPLES Naples police rescue injured owl outside station Naples police officers took on an unusual task when they rescued an injured owl outside the police department.
PORT CHARLOTTE 2 suspects in custody after allegedly stealing $1500 worth of vapes According to the Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office, two suspects are in custody after stealing $1500 worth of vapes early Sunday morning.
WINK Neighborhood Watch: knife attack, robbery at gunpoint and hit-and-run This week’s segment of WINK Neighborhood Watch features a knife attack, a robbery at gunpoint and a hit-and-run on a bicyclist.
FORT MYERS Former Uber driver convicted of rape to be sentenced Monday Felix Torres, a former Uber driver, was found guilty in December of raping one of his passengers and will be sentenced Monday.
the weather authority Sunnier, less humid day in store with highs in the low 70s The Weather Authority says a pleasant day is in store for Southwest Florida, with much more sunshine than we saw on Saturday.
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.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers Police department hosts annual Cops and Joggers 5K FMPD hosted the Cops and Joggers 5K event on Saturday. This unique experience takes attendees through the heart of Downtown Fort Myers.
Purple Heart Army veteran receives new home thanks to charity A Purple Heart Army veteran and his family entered their new accessible home on Saturday, thanks to the charity “Homes for Our Troops.”
CAPE CORAL Rain doesn’t stop crowds at 40th Annual Cape Coral Arts Festival For 40 years, the Cape Coral Arts Festival has drawn crowds from across Southwest Florida, showcasing a blend of small businesses from the region.
CAPE CORAL Sports trading card collecting going through “a generational reboot” The hobby of sports trading card collecting has been on the rise since 2020, especially in Southwest Florida with more card shows.
PUNTA GORDA 11th annual short film festival coming to Punta Gorda The Punta Gorda Englewood Beach Visitor Convention Bureau will host its 11th annual short film festival.
the weather authority Mild, breezy day on tap with more clouds than sun The Weather Authority says a brief line of showers, associated with a cold front, is moving through Southwest Florida Saturday morning.
ESTERO 1 injured after shooting at Coconut Point Mall According to the Lee County Sheriff’s Office, one person has been injured after a shooting at the Coconut Point Mall on Friday.
CAPE CORAL CCPD cruiser damaged after officer involved crash An officer-involved crash leaves a Cape Coral police cruiser smashed.
NAPLES Body found in Collier County retention pond According to the Collier County Sheriff’s Office, a body was found in a retention pond on Sunday. The body was found on Lindsey Lane.
NAPLES Naples police rescue injured owl outside station Naples police officers took on an unusual task when they rescued an injured owl outside the police department.
PORT CHARLOTTE 2 suspects in custody after allegedly stealing $1500 worth of vapes According to the Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office, two suspects are in custody after stealing $1500 worth of vapes early Sunday morning.
WINK Neighborhood Watch: knife attack, robbery at gunpoint and hit-and-run This week’s segment of WINK Neighborhood Watch features a knife attack, a robbery at gunpoint and a hit-and-run on a bicyclist.
FORT MYERS Former Uber driver convicted of rape to be sentenced Monday Felix Torres, a former Uber driver, was found guilty in December of raping one of his passengers and will be sentenced Monday.
the weather authority Sunnier, less humid day in store with highs in the low 70s The Weather Authority says a pleasant day is in store for Southwest Florida, with much more sunshine than we saw on Saturday.
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.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers Police department hosts annual Cops and Joggers 5K FMPD hosted the Cops and Joggers 5K event on Saturday. This unique experience takes attendees through the heart of Downtown Fort Myers.
Purple Heart Army veteran receives new home thanks to charity A Purple Heart Army veteran and his family entered their new accessible home on Saturday, thanks to the charity “Homes for Our Troops.”
CAPE CORAL Rain doesn’t stop crowds at 40th Annual Cape Coral Arts Festival For 40 years, the Cape Coral Arts Festival has drawn crowds from across Southwest Florida, showcasing a blend of small businesses from the region.
CAPE CORAL Sports trading card collecting going through “a generational reboot” The hobby of sports trading card collecting has been on the rise since 2020, especially in Southwest Florida with more card shows.
PUNTA GORDA 11th annual short film festival coming to Punta Gorda The Punta Gorda Englewood Beach Visitor Convention Bureau will host its 11th annual short film festival.
the weather authority Mild, breezy day on tap with more clouds than sun The Weather Authority says a brief line of showers, associated with a cold front, is moving through Southwest Florida Saturday morning.
ESTERO 1 injured after shooting at Coconut Point Mall According to the Lee County Sheriff’s Office, one person has been injured after a shooting at the Coconut Point Mall on Friday.
CAPE CORAL CCPD cruiser damaged after officer involved crash An officer-involved crash leaves a Cape Coral police cruiser smashed.
CHARLOTTE COUNTY Data shows people favoring move to SWFL over other parts of state The pandemic has created many challenges, but it also changed the way we live and work. Many people are working remotely. Some are choosing to make their vacations permanent and move to Southwest Florida full-time to work remotely. We spoke to a woman who moved to the region three months after visiting. Kim and John […]
CHARLOTTE COUNTY Construction projects paused as material costs increase Construction workers and companies are facing challenges during the pandemic trying to finish their projects. Back-ordered items have workers waiting months to finish their projects. In some cases, prices skyrocket up 400% during that waiting period. Six weeks down, six months to go. Caryn Huff-Sufferling is overseeing the construction of Charlotte County’s New Transit Facility […]
CAPE CORAL Student kicked out of Cape Coral school over dyed hair A student at a Cape Coral elementary school paid the price for personality, getting kicked out after a new hairdo. The third grader was removed and told he couldn’t come back until it was a natural color. Sara Taylor, the boy’s mom, said her son is a typical young boy. He likes video games, soccer, […]
CHARLOTTE COUNTY Charlotte County moving to walk-up-only model for vaccine shots COVID-19 vaccine appointments will soon be a thing of the past in Charlotte County. Few people are making first-dose vaccine appointments. In Charlotte County, 87% of seniors 65 and up are now vaccinated. The Florida Department of Health in Charlotte County plans to switch to a walk-up-only model. The health department said this plan will […]
CHARLOTTE COUNTY Phorid Flies infiltrating South Gulf Cove A fly infestation is coming from drains in a neighborhood. A viewer reached out to WINK News to see if it was happening to others. Those in South Gulf Cove describe these as unwanted and even disgusting neighbors. Gloria Dumas-Ropp lives in South Gulf Cove. “It’s in the coffeemaker isn’t that unbelievable?” Dumas-Ropp said. And, […]
CHARLOTTE COUNTY Charlotte County celebrates Centennial Charlotte County is celebrating its Centennial Birthday on Friday. Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a proclamation honoring the county and its 100 years and Florida Senators Marco Rubio and Rick Scott, as well as Rep. Greg Steube are also recognizing the day of celebration. Meanwhile, one family, the Desguins, have been there the entire time. Frank […]
CHARLOTTE COUNTY More than 10,000 pounds of dead fish picked up from Charlotte County shores Charlotte County is facing a water crisis as numerous dead fish are washing up on the shores of Charlotte Harbor. Notices warning of red tide have been placed at Bayshore Live Oak Park and Port Charlotte Beach Park. Crews have been picking up the carcasses, but the smell lingers. According to Brian Gleason, communications manager […]
PUNTA GORDA Aircraft mechanics program opening at Charlotte Technical College A multi-million dollar learning tool was donated to a local school. Steven Zavalney has always loved planes. He drove to Lakeland over the weekend to photograph an aerospace expo. “They are magical machines,” Zavalney said. Zavalney is retired and doesn’t need to work, but he was the first student to enroll in Charlotte Technical College’s […]
CHARLOTTE COUNTY Charlotte County Sheriff Bill Prummell says body cameras will bring transparency Deputies with the Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office will get body cameras by the end of the summer. And Sheriff Bill Prummell is hoping they will increase safety and transparency at the agency. “They respond to a call for service, or they start to interact with somebody that things can escalate, the cameras are going to […]
CHARLOTTE COUNTY Community members petition Charlotte County to make Burnt Store Rd safer Construction on Burnt Store Road in Charlotte County has been a cause of concern for many drivers. A dump truck flipped onto its side on a stretch of Burnt Store Tuesday, where neighbors are complaining about conditions and say they are scared to drive because it’s dangerous. “Many dump trucks travel this road and are […]