Body cam footage shows moments after shooting at Fort Myers Wawa1 dead in crash near El Jobean Bridge in Charlotte County
FORT MYERS Body cam footage shows moments after shooting at Fort Myers Wawa Bodycam footage shows the moments after a shooting at a Wawa gas station which led to the arrest of a 22-year-old suspect.
PORT CHARLOTTE 1 dead in crash near El Jobean Bridge in Charlotte County The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating a multi-vehicle crash that killed one person.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral Yacht Club faces costly rebuild after Hurricane Milton fire The future of the Cape Coral Yacht Club is under discussion following damage from Hurricane Milton.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral Police Department offers scholarships to high school seniors According to the Cape Coral Police Department Facebook page, CCPD is offering scholarships for graduating seniors.
MARCO ISLAND Coin flip could solve Marco Island City Council conflict The Marco Island City Council remains deadlocked in its efforts to appoint a seventh councilor.
FORT MYERS Local leaders in SWFL focus on sustainable water solutions Water is a critical resource in Southwest Florida, supporting everything from fishing to boating and beaches.
COLLIER COUNTY Two girls hoops players from Ukraine reflect on year in SWFL Sasha Rubanova and Sonia Kiritsa reflect on the past year in Southwest Florida after leaving Ukraine.
EAST NAPLES Christopher Worrell among Jan. 6 Capitol attackers released by Trump pardon An East Naples man is now among three Southwest Florida Jan. 6 Capitol rioters released in response to President Donald Trump’s series of pardons.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers plans safety upgrades for Veronica Shoemaker Blvd. The City of Fort Myers is considering a study to explore potential improvements to Veronica S. Shoemaker Boulevard.
SANIBEL Community leaders discuss Sanibel’s future Sanibel Island has faced significant challenges in recent years, including hurricanes and flooding.
LCSO launches K-9 unit to provide emotional support for community The Lee County Sheriff’s Office now has a crisis care K-9 unit to provide emotional support and connection to community members in need.
CAPE CORAL Exclusive interview with Cape Coral leaders about families displaced through city project Residents near Bimini Square in Cape Coral face displacement as bulldozers demolish buildings for a new development project.
CAPE CORAL Demolition begins on Bimini East properties Demolition has begun on the Bimini East properties that are part of the City of Cape Coral’s revitalization development.
Lee County Most Wanted Wednesday: Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for January 22, 2025 Here are some of Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for January 22, 2025.
Charlotte County sheriff: deputy-involved shooting suspect was on 68 medications Charlotte County Sheriff Bill Prummell has revealed new details regarding a deputy-involved shooting on Eager Road last week.
FORT MYERS Body cam footage shows moments after shooting at Fort Myers Wawa Bodycam footage shows the moments after a shooting at a Wawa gas station which led to the arrest of a 22-year-old suspect.
PORT CHARLOTTE 1 dead in crash near El Jobean Bridge in Charlotte County The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating a multi-vehicle crash that killed one person.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral Yacht Club faces costly rebuild after Hurricane Milton fire The future of the Cape Coral Yacht Club is under discussion following damage from Hurricane Milton.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral Police Department offers scholarships to high school seniors According to the Cape Coral Police Department Facebook page, CCPD is offering scholarships for graduating seniors.
MARCO ISLAND Coin flip could solve Marco Island City Council conflict The Marco Island City Council remains deadlocked in its efforts to appoint a seventh councilor.
FORT MYERS Local leaders in SWFL focus on sustainable water solutions Water is a critical resource in Southwest Florida, supporting everything from fishing to boating and beaches.
COLLIER COUNTY Two girls hoops players from Ukraine reflect on year in SWFL Sasha Rubanova and Sonia Kiritsa reflect on the past year in Southwest Florida after leaving Ukraine.
EAST NAPLES Christopher Worrell among Jan. 6 Capitol attackers released by Trump pardon An East Naples man is now among three Southwest Florida Jan. 6 Capitol rioters released in response to President Donald Trump’s series of pardons.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers plans safety upgrades for Veronica Shoemaker Blvd. The City of Fort Myers is considering a study to explore potential improvements to Veronica S. Shoemaker Boulevard.
SANIBEL Community leaders discuss Sanibel’s future Sanibel Island has faced significant challenges in recent years, including hurricanes and flooding.
LCSO launches K-9 unit to provide emotional support for community The Lee County Sheriff’s Office now has a crisis care K-9 unit to provide emotional support and connection to community members in need.
CAPE CORAL Exclusive interview with Cape Coral leaders about families displaced through city project Residents near Bimini Square in Cape Coral face displacement as bulldozers demolish buildings for a new development project.
CAPE CORAL Demolition begins on Bimini East properties Demolition has begun on the Bimini East properties that are part of the City of Cape Coral’s revitalization development.
Lee County Most Wanted Wednesday: Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for January 22, 2025 Here are some of Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for January 22, 2025.
Charlotte County sheriff: deputy-involved shooting suspect was on 68 medications Charlotte County Sheriff Bill Prummell has revealed new details regarding a deputy-involved shooting on Eager Road last week.
ROTONDA WEST Commissioners to decide on Rotonda West sidewalk tax increase Angry neighbors, upset that they may have to pay for sidewalks they do not want. Linda Reisen has a message she wants to relay to the Charlotte County Commissioners: No more sidewalks. “I don’t think that Rotonda West was a community designed for sidewalks,” Reisen said. The county is considering resurfacing roads, repairing bridges and […]
NORTH PORT North Port man nearly loses his leg from rattlesnake bite Excruciating pain and a bite so devastating that a victim nearly lost his leg. As Earl Hjertstedt recovers from a rattlesnake bite, he share his terrifying tale with WINK News Reporter Erika Jackson from his hospital bed.
PUNTA GORDA Renovations to Vietnam Wall of SWFL to honor all branches of the military The organization behind a Vietnam Wall in Punta Gorda wants people to come to the park and take away something special. That is why they are working to make the park accessible to everyone who visits. A memorial, which is in the heart of Punta Gorda, honors Vietnam’s fallen. The many who served alongside Air […]
ENGLEWOOD EAST Neighbors worried wildlife taking over rundown Charlotte County property Neighbors in Charlotte County believe some big lizards are taking over a rundown home near them. Neighbors in Englewood East have seen dozens of iguanas crawl in and out of a home under foreclosure. “There’s a big hole in there,” neighbor Henry Overhoff said. “And you can just see them on a nice day that […]
BABCOCK RANCH Charlotte County approves fire/EMS services for Babcock Ranch With Family No. 500 getting ready to move to Babcock Ranch in Charlotte County, a focus on safety is key. But the closest fire station is outside the community at Station 9 along State Road 31, so county officials are looking to boost services for community members. To enhance safety, Charlotte County commissioners recently approved […]
CHARLOTTE COUNTY Notorious Southwest Florida politician is planning a comeback A notorious Southwest Florida politician, who resigned in disgrace, might make another run for office. Mark Foley, a former Charlotte County congressperson, left a scar on his reputation after stepping down from office in 2006. Foley also left behind about $1.7 million in unused campaign money. The Federal Election Commission lets former candidates donate extra […]
PORT CHARLOTTE Parkside Community nears completion of its 20-year master plan The master plan to transform Parkside Community into one of Charlotte County’s top destinations is halfway done. For the past few years, the county focused on improving parks, roads and creating a family atmosphere. Now, the next step is drawing more businesses into the area. Reporter Erika Jackson explains what is next to make that […]
MANASOTA KEY Port Charlotte woman becomes victim of flesh-eating bacteria A case of flesh-eating bacteria, right here in Southwest Florida. There have been several people infected the last couple weeks in Gulf waters. Now, a Port Charlotte woman is the latest victim, bringing the medical malady close-to-home. Leann Thibodeau loves the beach. She is a regular at Boca Grande every weekend. But in the last weekend […]
CHARLOTTE COUNTY Sheriff’s office says deputy’s identities protected by law meant for public A law intended to protect crime victims is now being used to protect the identities of law enforcement officers. Two Charlotte County deputies shot a man after he fired at them, and the deputy’s names have been redacted from the reports because of Marsy’s Law. In November, 61% of Floridians voted in support of Marsy’s […]
ENGLEWOOD Fourth of July festivities in Charlotte County bring families together Independence Day traditions are bringing families together in Port Charlotte, Punta Gorda, and Englewood. During the day, a thousand swimmers, boaters, and floaters are sporting their red, white, and blue in Charlotte Harbor for the 28th annual Freedom Swim. In Englewood, pyrotechnicians will shoot off 2,800 shells of fireworks over Lemon Bay. The Lemon Bay […]