Boaters with rifles seen in Cape Coral canal Car flips, one sent to hospital after two car crash in Fort Myers
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.
PUNTA GORDA Exclusive: Brother and best friend of accused pedophile priest speak out Riley’s brother reached out to WINK on Friday, saying people aren’t getting the full story.
IMMOKALEE Caught on video: Huge gator crosses Immokalee neighborhood Fridays in Florida are for gators
FORT MYERS FGCU softball pitcher making a name for herself One season in FGCU, freshman pitcher Allison Sparkman is already ruffling feathers in the circle.
Surrendering-pets trend at Gulf Coast Humane Society raises concerns An large amount of pets are being surrendered by their owners. About half of the dogs at the Gulf Coast Humane Society are surrender dogs.
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.
PUNTA GORDA Exclusive: Brother and best friend of accused pedophile priest speak out Riley’s brother reached out to WINK on Friday, saying people aren’t getting the full story.
IMMOKALEE Caught on video: Huge gator crosses Immokalee neighborhood Fridays in Florida are for gators
FORT MYERS FGCU softball pitcher making a name for herself One season in FGCU, freshman pitcher Allison Sparkman is already ruffling feathers in the circle.
Surrendering-pets trend at Gulf Coast Humane Society raises concerns An large amount of pets are being surrendered by their owners. About half of the dogs at the Gulf Coast Humane Society are surrender dogs.
PORT CHARLOTTE National Guard shifts gears, not coming to Port Charlotte veteran nursing home today The National Guard was supposed to be coming to Charlotte County veterans nursing home today, but as of this afternoon, the Guard is no longer coming – at least not today. The county confirmed around noon the National Guard was expected to make its first stop at the Douglas T. Jacobson State Veterans’ Nursing Home […]
FORT MYERS Governor DeSantis says for Florida to get back on its feet more testing is needed The state will look at reopening Florida in different phases using some of the White House’s recommendations as a baseline. But Governor Ron DeSantis adds, to get Florida back on its feet the state needs more testing. Diane Hardin of Naples says, “I waved to the window at her… last… I’m trying to think.” It’s […]
CHARLOTTE COUNTY Truex Preferred Construction protects its construction workers during pandemic A Charlotte County construction company took us through a job site to show us how it’s protecting everyone during the coronavirus pandemic. We spoke to workers with Truex Preferred Construction Thursday who say, even with extra precautions in place, they’re grateful to have a job. “My daughter is in college,” said Kale Dailey, the Truex […]
TAMPA Tampa company offers free online 3D template to help with demand for masks From homemade fabric to the highly coveted N95’s—face masks are in high demand. “There’s a lot of people out there who are scared actually and who are actually at risk,” said CEO of SynDaver, Dr. Christopher Sakezles. SynDaver is a Tampa-based manufacturing company known for its realistic, synthetic models used for education and simulation. From […]
PUNTA GORDA Punta Gorda Farmer’s Market goes virtual to help you get your fresh foods while social distancing The Punta Gorda Farmer’s Market normally attracts hundreds of people every Saturday. “This time of year it is elbow to elbow, shoulder to shoulder,” said market manager Jerry Presseller. The farmer’s market brings out 81 vendors like Punta Gorda Chocolate and Wine. “It’s fantastic as far as the amount of people that are available and […]
CHARLOTTE COUNTY Drought brings more burn bans to Southwest Florida Across Southwest Florida, you’ll see parched landscaping, dehydrated blooms, and overall dry conditions — all signs of a drought. According to the U.S. Drought Monitor, Southwest Florida is in a “moderate drought.” WINK News Meteorologist Brittany Van Voorhees said, “Our drought so far this year, and our deficit so far this year, rainfall wise, it’s pretty […]
PUNTA GORDA Mostly empty downtown Punta Gorda area sign of hope for the future If you take a walk through downtown Punta Gorda right now, there’s not much to see or hear. But community leaders say that’s not a bad thing. We looked at why seeing a ghost town currently is a good thing Friday amid the coronavirus pandemic. Kevin Doyle’s team at the Celtic Ray Public House restaurant […]
ROTONDA WEST SWFL Realtor launches initiative, website to help residents of Englewood/Rotonda West Southwest Florida realtor Steve Reed knows some of his neighbors are struggling. He said, “I was trying to find ways that I could help during the situation and I figured one of the most basic needs is food.” So he launched rwengfood.com. People in the Englewood/Rotonda West area of Charlotte County can register if they […]
CHARLOTTE COUNTY Charlotte County economic driver Allegiant Air deals with pandemic With fewer people flying, the economy in Charlotte County, faces an uncertain future. Allegiant Air says it is burning through millions of dollars every day. It already halted construction of the Sunseeker Resort in Charlotte Harbor. And Punta Gorda Airport is a ghost town. And businesses all over Charlotte County are adapting. County experts told […]
NORTH PORT Steube holds virtual town hall to address coronavirus issues A Southwest Florida congressman held a virtual town hall to give an update on issues we’re facing as we navigate the coronavirus pandemic. Republican Rep. Greg Steube (FL-17) on Wednesday met with constituents through the virtual town hall with the North Port Area Chamber of Commerce. Steube addressed the latest actions in Congress, the U.S. […]