Web Exclusive: Rachel Cox-Rosen’s Construction Heads UpTrump pardons January 6th defendants; SWFL locals on the list?
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.
Trump pardons January 6th defendants; SWFL locals on the list? President Donald Trump, after taking the presidential oath for a second time, issued pardons for individuals charged in the January 6 Capitol attack.
ENGLEWOOD Neighbors speak out after Englewood resident killed in deputy shooting The Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office experienced four deputy-involved shootings over three months, with two occurring on consecutive nights.
FHP investigating deadly crash on Gasparilla Rd. and Keystone Blvd. A person is dead after a crash in Charlotte County.
Collier County celebrates President Trump’s inauguration Monday in southwest Florida consisted of many watch parties being held for President Trump’s inauguration.
SANIBEL Bald eagle nests thriving in Sanibel The eagle population in Southwest Florida is thriving, with ten nests discovered from Sanibel to North Captiva Island. This development is creating a haven for these majestic birds.
How a mother’s diet can affect their baby’s health Eating right isn’t just good for moms; it’s great for babies, too.
Costly real estate mistakes and how to avoid fraud Let’s face it: buying a home can be quite a daunting challenge for many, especially due to recent legal changes.
GOLDEN GATE ESTATES Golden Gate Estates resident discovers injured bear in backyard pond A video of a bear resting in a pond in Collier County gained attention online over the weekend.
NAPLES Naples honors MLK Day with parade and community celebration In Naples, the 28th annual Martin Luther King Jr. parade brought together many who feel a close connection to his legacy.
PUNTA GORDA Recent deputy-involved shootings bring mental health to the forefront In the last three months, the Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office has had four deputy-involved shootings. One of them even led to loss of one of their own, Sgt. Elio Diaz.
Charlotte County grapples with 2 fatal deputy-involved shootings The Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office is starting a new week with at least four deputies on administrative leave after back-to-back deadly shootings.
71-year-old dead after being struck by vehicle in Collier County The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating a deadly crash involving a 71-year-old male pedestrian in Collier County.
Military Heritage Museum, Punta Gorda mutually terminate lease for city meetings Punta Gorda City Council and the city’s various committees and boards will no longer use the Military Heritage Museum as a meeting venue.
St. Matthew’s House keeps shelters open due to cold weather Due to the cold weather, St. Matthew’s House will continue to keep its emergency shelters open to the public.
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.
Trump pardons January 6th defendants; SWFL locals on the list? President Donald Trump, after taking the presidential oath for a second time, issued pardons for individuals charged in the January 6 Capitol attack.
ENGLEWOOD Neighbors speak out after Englewood resident killed in deputy shooting The Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office experienced four deputy-involved shootings over three months, with two occurring on consecutive nights.
FHP investigating deadly crash on Gasparilla Rd. and Keystone Blvd. A person is dead after a crash in Charlotte County.
Collier County celebrates President Trump’s inauguration Monday in southwest Florida consisted of many watch parties being held for President Trump’s inauguration.
SANIBEL Bald eagle nests thriving in Sanibel The eagle population in Southwest Florida is thriving, with ten nests discovered from Sanibel to North Captiva Island. This development is creating a haven for these majestic birds.
How a mother’s diet can affect their baby’s health Eating right isn’t just good for moms; it’s great for babies, too.
Costly real estate mistakes and how to avoid fraud Let’s face it: buying a home can be quite a daunting challenge for many, especially due to recent legal changes.
GOLDEN GATE ESTATES Golden Gate Estates resident discovers injured bear in backyard pond A video of a bear resting in a pond in Collier County gained attention online over the weekend.
NAPLES Naples honors MLK Day with parade and community celebration In Naples, the 28th annual Martin Luther King Jr. parade brought together many who feel a close connection to his legacy.
PUNTA GORDA Recent deputy-involved shootings bring mental health to the forefront In the last three months, the Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office has had four deputy-involved shootings. One of them even led to loss of one of their own, Sgt. Elio Diaz.
Charlotte County grapples with 2 fatal deputy-involved shootings The Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office is starting a new week with at least four deputies on administrative leave after back-to-back deadly shootings.
71-year-old dead after being struck by vehicle in Collier County The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating a deadly crash involving a 71-year-old male pedestrian in Collier County.
Military Heritage Museum, Punta Gorda mutually terminate lease for city meetings Punta Gorda City Council and the city’s various committees and boards will no longer use the Military Heritage Museum as a meeting venue.
St. Matthew’s House keeps shelters open due to cold weather Due to the cold weather, St. Matthew’s House will continue to keep its emergency shelters open to the public.
WASHINGTON (AP) Trump deploys more troops to Mideast after US embassy attack Charging that Iran was “fully responsible” for an attack on the U.S. Embassy in Iraq, President Donald Trump ordered about 750 U.S. soldiers deployed to the Middle East as about 3,000 more prepared for possible deployment in the next several days. No U.S. casualties or evacuations were reported after the attack Tuesday by dozens of […]
PUNTA GORDA Inaugural World Pickleball Championship makes history, could return for second year Monday evening, we will find out who this year’s first-ever World Pickleball Champion after the tournament wraps up in Punta Gorda. Despite delays, organizers say the event has been so successful that it could return for a second year. Making history and crowning champions as the players at the inaugural World Pickleball Championship competed against […]
CHARLOTTE COUNTY Pros compete for World Pickleball Championship in Charlotte County The world’s best pickleball players are in Southwest Florida, and the first ever world championship is underway in Charlotte County. Five-hundred players worldwide are competing in the World Pickleball Championship at the Pickleplex on FSW’s Charlotte County campus Friday just outside of Punta Gorda. The tournament is a huge economic boost for Charlotte County. Hundreds […]
CHARLOTTE HARBOR Sunseeker Resort expected completion 2021, large area growth predicted The Sunseeker Resort by Allegiant Air is scheduled to open in Charlotte Harbor in 2021 and expected to bring hundreds of jobs to the area and hundreds of thousands of tourists each year. We looked to see if the area is prepared for this new growth in the near future. Immediately, the project has brought […]
CHARLOTTE COUNTY Charlotte County mother gets a special Christmas surprise It’s Nancy Gibson’s favorite time of the year. “Christmas is a magical time,” she said, for many reasons. But her middle son, Aaron, lives in Virginia and won’t be home for the holidays…or so she thought. She came home from work Monday to a very large box. “We wanted to get you something that meant […]
ENGLEWOOD BEACH Rip currents causing concern in Southwest Florida UPDATE: The National Weather Service warns of a high rip current risk remains in effect through Tuesday evening. Breaking waves up to 5 to 7 feet are expected along area beaches. The affected counties are Pinellas, Hillsborough, Manatee, Sarasota, Charlotte, and Lee. Heading to the beach on Christmas is a tradition for many in Southwest […]
ENGLEWOOD EAST Englewood man meets the first responders that saved his life An Englewood East man is lucky to be alive this holiday season after a medical episode that left him with little chance of survival. Thanks to paramedics and firefighters, he’s here for the holidays. Santa is cheering “Ho ho ho” for our local heroes and families, and one special guest at the 20th annual Charlotte […]
WINK NEWS Inspector general report says FAA missed safety risks with Allegiant Air Thousands of people travel through Southwest Florida each day with Allegiant Air flights. But a new report shows the airline is dealing with the aftermath of multiple safety issues. And the people overseeing the fixes aren’t doing enough to protect air travelers. Allegiant has dealt with various mechanical issues since 2011, including in-flight engine shutdowns, […]
CHARLOTTE COUNTY Charlotte County officials considering changing rules for chicken ban It may not matter at your home, but what if your neighbor got a chicken as a pet? Charlotte County’s ban of chickens on residential property is ruffling feathers, and some are pushing for a rules change. We asked you on Facebook if you thought this was a good idea. Most of you agreed to […]
PUNTA GORDA Museum in Punta Gorda shows the honorable process of retiring the flag The flag of the United States is our token of freedom. But the steady swaying of the stars and stripes forces some to retire the symbol of sacrifice. “A lot of blood has been spilled to protect that flag,” said Chuck Vullo, a veteran of the U.S. Navy. “The flag means an awful lot to […]