Lee Health Touch-A-Truck event educates families on Trauma AwarenessCDC says bird flu viruses “pose pandemic potential,” cites major knowledge gaps
FORT MYERS Lee Health Touch-A-Truck event educates families on Trauma Awareness On Saturday morning, sirens were ringing to celebrate Lee Health Trauma Center’s 30 years of service and to provide the public with trauma education and prevention methods.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA (CBS) CDC says bird flu viruses “pose pandemic potential,” cites major knowledge gaps Bird flu continues to appear to pose a “low risk to the general public” for now, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says. But the agency’s scientists ran into roadblocks investigating a human case of this “pandemic potential” virus this year, they said in a new report.
DOWNTOWN FORT MYERS Bay Street Yard set to open in late May A new place to hang out in Downtown Fort Myers is opening this spring.
Aetna agrees to settle lawsuit over fertility coverage for LGBTQ+ customers Aetna has agreed to settle a lawsuit that accused the health insurer of discriminating against LGBTQ+ customers in need of fertility treatment.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA WINK Neighborhood Watch: Robbery, Pawn Shops, and Child Porn This week’s segment of Wink Neighborhood Watch features an armed robber, fraud at a pawn shop, and possession of child pornography.
Southwest Florida The Weather Authority: Sun, clouds, humidity, rain – it’s all in your weekend forecast Saturday afternoon will be hot and humid, with a mix of sun and clouds.
LEHIGH ACRES Chaotic lake getting fence and security Now, with all the negative attention it has gotten, some think putting up a fence is a great way to keep that bad activity out.
CAPE CORAL What we learned about Cape Coral’s water crisis after a ride along On Friday, WINK News got to ride along to see just what people are doing that could be wasting water.
FORT MYERS Students affected by COVID-19 able to graduate for the first time For many young people, COVID stripped away one of their greatest rites of passage: graduation.
Deadly crash on State Road 29 in Hendry County Authorities are at the scene of a deadly crash on State Road 29 in Hendry County on Friday afternoon.
Celebrating Free Comic Book Day in SWFL JP Sports store manager Jonathan Powell said this is a generational event that brings families together to reminisce on comics and other hobby-related knickknacks.
FORT MYERS Group rescues dogs before getting put down in Lee County Our animal shelters are packed with amazing puppies who have the sole desire to be loved.
FORT MYERS FGCU student beats all odds and is able to graduate Nearly four years ago, Marisa Manning had her heart set on going to Florida Gulf Coast University but never thought she’d find her passion for studying parasites.
FORT MYERS Victim in MLK Blvd. shooting identified as social media influencer The victim of the Martin Luther King Boulevard shooting has been identified as a local social media influencer.
FORT MYERS Could a Ferris wheel in downtown Fort Myers work? Right now, there are talks to bring a Ferris wheel to downtown Fort Myers, but several things are still up in the air.
FORT MYERS Lee Health Touch-A-Truck event educates families on Trauma Awareness On Saturday morning, sirens were ringing to celebrate Lee Health Trauma Center’s 30 years of service and to provide the public with trauma education and prevention methods.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA (CBS) CDC says bird flu viruses “pose pandemic potential,” cites major knowledge gaps Bird flu continues to appear to pose a “low risk to the general public” for now, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says. But the agency’s scientists ran into roadblocks investigating a human case of this “pandemic potential” virus this year, they said in a new report.
DOWNTOWN FORT MYERS Bay Street Yard set to open in late May A new place to hang out in Downtown Fort Myers is opening this spring.
Aetna agrees to settle lawsuit over fertility coverage for LGBTQ+ customers Aetna has agreed to settle a lawsuit that accused the health insurer of discriminating against LGBTQ+ customers in need of fertility treatment.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA WINK Neighborhood Watch: Robbery, Pawn Shops, and Child Porn This week’s segment of Wink Neighborhood Watch features an armed robber, fraud at a pawn shop, and possession of child pornography.
Southwest Florida The Weather Authority: Sun, clouds, humidity, rain – it’s all in your weekend forecast Saturday afternoon will be hot and humid, with a mix of sun and clouds.
LEHIGH ACRES Chaotic lake getting fence and security Now, with all the negative attention it has gotten, some think putting up a fence is a great way to keep that bad activity out.
CAPE CORAL What we learned about Cape Coral’s water crisis after a ride along On Friday, WINK News got to ride along to see just what people are doing that could be wasting water.
FORT MYERS Students affected by COVID-19 able to graduate for the first time For many young people, COVID stripped away one of their greatest rites of passage: graduation.
Deadly crash on State Road 29 in Hendry County Authorities are at the scene of a deadly crash on State Road 29 in Hendry County on Friday afternoon.
Celebrating Free Comic Book Day in SWFL JP Sports store manager Jonathan Powell said this is a generational event that brings families together to reminisce on comics and other hobby-related knickknacks.
FORT MYERS Group rescues dogs before getting put down in Lee County Our animal shelters are packed with amazing puppies who have the sole desire to be loved.
FORT MYERS FGCU student beats all odds and is able to graduate Nearly four years ago, Marisa Manning had her heart set on going to Florida Gulf Coast University but never thought she’d find her passion for studying parasites.
FORT MYERS Victim in MLK Blvd. shooting identified as social media influencer The victim of the Martin Luther King Boulevard shooting has been identified as a local social media influencer.
FORT MYERS Could a Ferris wheel in downtown Fort Myers work? Right now, there are talks to bring a Ferris wheel to downtown Fort Myers, but several things are still up in the air.
Medical Moments: Dealing with abdominal pain FORT MYERS, Fla.- Abdominal pain is something we all likely experience at some point in our lives. Most of the time, it’s not serious– but there are some instances where you might need to get medical attention. Dr. Stephen Moenning with Lee Physician Group talks more about the warning signs.
Pet Pals FORT MYERS, Fla.- It’s Tuesday and that means it’s time for our Pet Pals segment. Joining us is Dr. Whitney Whitford from the Animal Medical Center of Lehigh Acres. Dr. Whitford says Tabatha is the perfect companion for any potential pet owners who want a quiet and low maintenance pet. To adopt an animal, call the […]
Under Armour’s new shirt under fire The Under Armour brand is under fire for it’s new “Band of Ballers” shirt. The company is pulling it off the shelves after several people are calling it disrespectful to veterans. The design shows the men raising a basketball hoops in a similar way to the iconic flag raising on Iwo Jima during World War […]
Speed limit lowered throughout Cape Coral neighborhoods CAPE CORAL, Fla. – Speeding was the topic of discussion Monday in Cape Coral. Some people want to lower the neighborhood speed limit, but others question how the city can enforce this change. In a 5 – 3 vote, City Council agreed to draft the ordinance to reduce inner streets speed limit from 30 mph to […]
Canterbury falls, Bishop Verot advances to State Championship The Bishop Verot baseball team beat Gulliver Prep, 4-1 to advance to Tuesday nights Class 4-A State Championship Game. The Vikings are 24-6. Canterbury ends the season, 22-5 after a 4-2 loss to Westminster Christian in the Class 3-A semifinals.
Citizen Police Academy: Inside SWAT team training FORT MYERS, Fla.- Now, more than ever, police officers are under the microscope. From hiring, to patrols, everything is questioned. Monday night, WINK News takes you behind the badge here in Southwest Florida, to show you how officers are trained to act, in some of the most dangerous situations. Investigative reporter Sam Smink went through the training […]
Lee County woman shares story of sexual abuse as accused man gets new trial LEE COUNTY, Fla.- A woman who says she was raped for six years as child is telling her story just hours before the man she says is responsible, goes on trial for a second time. WINK News has a policy against naming sex abuse victims, unless they give us permission and there’s a compelling reason […]
Construction underway on Kalea Bay high rise community NORTH NAPLES, Fla.- Construction on a new high rise community is underway. The first of five towers at Kalea Bay is expected to be completed in two years. The resort-style community is located just north of Wiggins Pass on Vanderbilt Drive. Each high rise building will have a roof top pool, and sky lounge. There […]
Behind the Badge: Your look into FMPD’s Citizen Police Academy FORT MYERS, Fla.- A WINK News exclusive is taking you behind the badge. Investigative reporter Sam Smink is giving you a rare look into the training officers with the Fort Myers Police Department get before they hit the streets. It’s all part of a ten week course called the Citizen Police Academy. It’s an experience […]