FMB residents raise concerns over removal of business trailersDriver arrested after failing to stop in Lehigh Acres
FORT MYERS BEACH FMB residents raise concerns over removal of business trailers Residents and business owners on Fort Myers Beach are raising concerns after FEMA called for the removal of temporary structures off the island.
Driver arrested after failing to stop in Lehigh Acres According to the Florida Highway Patrol, a driver was arrested after he failed to stop for troopers on State Road 82 and Blackstone Drive in Lehigh Acres on Saturday Night.
WINK Neighborhood Watch: burglary, aggravated battery and cockfighting This week’s segment of WINK Neighborhood Watch features a burglary spree, aggravated battery with a vehicle and a man arrested for cockfighting.
NAPLES Death investigation underway at Naples house party The Collier County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a shooting that happened at a house party in Naples.
southwest florida Beautiful Sunday on tap with temperatures reaching the low 80s this afternoon It will be another seasonal day with sun and clouds across Southwest Florida with temperatures reaching yet again topping out in the low 80s.
NAPLES Community raises funds for family of elementary school choking victim Staff and students from Laurel Oak Elementary School gathered at a Naples Culver’s to raise money for the family of Benjamin Cronin, an 11-year-old boy who died after choking at school.
NB lanes of US 41 at Olympia Ave closed due to traffic investigation According to the Punta Gorda Police Department, the northbound lane of US 41 at Olympia Avenue and Marion Avenue is closed due to a traffic crash investigation.
NAPLES Swine in the 239: Collier’s pig showdown Over 250 pigs took over the Collier County fairgrounds Saturday morning for Swine in the 239.
immokalee Fatal crash in Immokalee leaves 2 dead, both cars engulfed in flames The Florida Highway Patrol responded to a crash that left one person dead in Immokalee near the intersection of State Road 82 and Gators Slough Road.
NAPLES Motorcyclist dies in crash with pickup truck in Collier County The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating a deadly crash on Wilson Boulevard, near 10th Avenue Northeast in Collier County.
southwest florida Plenty of sunshine and less humid air for your Saturday plans The Weather Authority says this weekend is kicking off with some beautiful, less humid weather, perfect for any outdoor plans you may have!
WINK NEWS SWFL Scoreboard: High School Football Playoffs Round 1 21 Southwest Florida high school football teams were in action in round one of the playoffs trying to keep their state title hopes alive.
CLEWISTON Suspect identified in shooting investigation at Clewiston Walmart According to the Clewiston Police Department, a suspect has been identified in the shooting investigation at a Walmart in Clewiston on Friday night.
WINK Investigates: Everything we know so far about Beattie Development A southwest Florida developer has now surrendered his six different contracting licenses, which include general contracting, plumbing and roofing. Paul Beattie, owner of Beattie Development cannot build homes anymore. It’s not a permanent situation, but part of a settlement agreement with the state says he’d need to pay $300,000 before he could get a new […]
Florida Attorney General speaks out following lawsuit against FEMA Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody has spoken out following the filing of a lawsuit alleging that a FEMA supervisor directed aid workers to avoid going to homes in Lake Placid that had yard signs supporting Trump.
FORT MYERS BEACH FMB residents raise concerns over removal of business trailers Residents and business owners on Fort Myers Beach are raising concerns after FEMA called for the removal of temporary structures off the island.
Driver arrested after failing to stop in Lehigh Acres According to the Florida Highway Patrol, a driver was arrested after he failed to stop for troopers on State Road 82 and Blackstone Drive in Lehigh Acres on Saturday Night.
WINK Neighborhood Watch: burglary, aggravated battery and cockfighting This week’s segment of WINK Neighborhood Watch features a burglary spree, aggravated battery with a vehicle and a man arrested for cockfighting.
NAPLES Death investigation underway at Naples house party The Collier County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a shooting that happened at a house party in Naples.
southwest florida Beautiful Sunday on tap with temperatures reaching the low 80s this afternoon It will be another seasonal day with sun and clouds across Southwest Florida with temperatures reaching yet again topping out in the low 80s.
NAPLES Community raises funds for family of elementary school choking victim Staff and students from Laurel Oak Elementary School gathered at a Naples Culver’s to raise money for the family of Benjamin Cronin, an 11-year-old boy who died after choking at school.
NB lanes of US 41 at Olympia Ave closed due to traffic investigation According to the Punta Gorda Police Department, the northbound lane of US 41 at Olympia Avenue and Marion Avenue is closed due to a traffic crash investigation.
NAPLES Swine in the 239: Collier’s pig showdown Over 250 pigs took over the Collier County fairgrounds Saturday morning for Swine in the 239.
immokalee Fatal crash in Immokalee leaves 2 dead, both cars engulfed in flames The Florida Highway Patrol responded to a crash that left one person dead in Immokalee near the intersection of State Road 82 and Gators Slough Road.
NAPLES Motorcyclist dies in crash with pickup truck in Collier County The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating a deadly crash on Wilson Boulevard, near 10th Avenue Northeast in Collier County.
southwest florida Plenty of sunshine and less humid air for your Saturday plans The Weather Authority says this weekend is kicking off with some beautiful, less humid weather, perfect for any outdoor plans you may have!
WINK NEWS SWFL Scoreboard: High School Football Playoffs Round 1 21 Southwest Florida high school football teams were in action in round one of the playoffs trying to keep their state title hopes alive.
CLEWISTON Suspect identified in shooting investigation at Clewiston Walmart According to the Clewiston Police Department, a suspect has been identified in the shooting investigation at a Walmart in Clewiston on Friday night.
WINK Investigates: Everything we know so far about Beattie Development A southwest Florida developer has now surrendered his six different contracting licenses, which include general contracting, plumbing and roofing. Paul Beattie, owner of Beattie Development cannot build homes anymore. It’s not a permanent situation, but part of a settlement agreement with the state says he’d need to pay $300,000 before he could get a new […]
Florida Attorney General speaks out following lawsuit against FEMA Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody has spoken out following the filing of a lawsuit alleging that a FEMA supervisor directed aid workers to avoid going to homes in Lake Placid that had yard signs supporting Trump.
PUNTA GORDA Woman sues man in Punta Gorda, accused of spitting, yelling racial slurs An attack that started over mangoes is now going to criminal and civil court. A man is accused of shouting racial slurs at two women and spitting on them. This happened in Punta Gorda back in June. We spoke with one of the victim’s attorneys Wednesday, who says she is dealing with PTSD from the […]
CHARLOTTE COUNTY SWFL WWII vet reunited with beloved dog after a month apart A local World War II veteran got the reunion he’s waited for. Joe Pendrak reunited with his furry friend in a unique way while at a healthcare facility. The last time he got to see his dog was a month ago. Many across Southwest Florida have been separated from their loved ones, disconnected from their […]
LEE COUNTY What would you change the name of Lee County to if you had to? Southwest Florida’s top radio host says cancel culture is coming for you. Daybreak host Drew Steele with 92.5 Fox News started an online petition to change the name of Lee County, but he’s not the first to do it. We sat down with Steele to discuss what this could mean for the future of Lee […]
CHARLOTTE COUNTY Charlotte County Schools push back school year, more time to plan for ‘new normal’ Many of you out there with kids are struggling with whether to send your children back into the classroom. While that’s a decision each of you has to make on your own, Charlotte County joins the list of districts giving you a little more time to decide. Brittany Brooks’ kids are eager to trade in […]
CHARLOTTE COUNTY Small businesses in Charlotte County encourage masks but have trouble enforcing policy Many small businesses are following the larger chains as they begin to require masks for shopping and visiting. “Everyone has to have a mask on,” said Sherrie Moody, Executive Director of the Charlotte Players Theater. No matter the performance, when the seats are filling up at the theater, masks must be worn because Moody believes […]
ROTONDA WEST Lemon Bay seniors get a special ceremony Most high school students await and some even dream of what their graduation will be like from the moment they set foot on campus. Seniors at Lemon Bay High School in Englewood are no different. “You go through high school awaiting graduation day,” said Class of 2020 President Abigail Turner. However, many of them never […]
CHARLOTTE COUNTY Charlotte County schools offering multiple options for students as reopening nears Brad Yuncker and his family are soaking up the final weeks of summer vacation, prepping for the new school year amidst the pandemic. “I would really like to learn more on how they plan on protecting all the kids and the staff members,” he said. Families in Charlotte County can send their child to brick-and-mortar […]
CHARLOTTE COUNTY Charlotte High School teacher facing sexual battery charges A teacher is facing charges for sexual battery and police say the crime happened at Charlotte High School. That teacher, Brendan Toop, just bonded out of jail earlier Friday afternoon. Police say Toop first had a sexual encounter with a 17-year-old student in 2017 inside of his classroom in Charlotte High School, and she may […]
PUNTA GORDA How Punta Gorda parents, kids are feeling about the city’s mask mandate in schools Families are soaking up time together before the first day of school. Ashley Bradfield’s family is taking advantage of the great outdoors since masks are required inside across the City of Punta Gorda. “With this new mandate, I just ordered masks online. We will see how they do,” she said. “There’s nothing to prevent us, […]
Punta Gorda City Council approves mask mandate with possible fines for non-compliance Punta Gorda City Council members unanimously approved an emergency ordinance that would mandate masks in indoor public places. The city is also encouraging businesses to hang signs reminding shoppers to cover up in an effort to keep everyone safe. “It’s a life or death situation,” said Diane Muschlet of Charlotte Harbor. A spike in COVID-19 […]