Winston goes number one to Tampa Bay

CHICAGO (AP) – Even with significant off-field baggage, Jameis Winston was the first pick in the NFL draft Thursday night. With no such issues, Marcus Mariota went second. You don’t pass up a potential franchise quarterback in today’s pass-happy NFL. So Florida State’s Winston is headed to Tampa Bay and Oregon’s Mariota goes to Tennessee […]

Grow house busted in Naples; cameras roll as accused leaves jail

NAPLES, Fla.- Deputies say pot plants were growing everywhere — in the master bedroom, garage and behind a home on English Oaks Lane. Deputies uncovered the grow house Wednesday and say a child was living at the residence too. His father, Brian Kraus, was arrested and bonded out of jail. Our WINK News cameras followed […]

Naples residents voice concerns over crossing intersection

COLLIER COUNTY, Fla.- Some people in Naples are scared to cross the street. They say the busy intersection at Goodlette-Frank Road and 22nd Avenue North is a nightmare. “I want to be able to cross the street here and get to the park without getting hit,” said Danny Ripka. He tells WINK News a crosswalk […]

Uber, Goodwill team up to help you make quick and easy donations

LEE COUNTY, Fla. – Cleaning out your closet and donating your clothes just became quick and easy. If you haven’t started your spring cleaning yet, Uber and Goodwill want to help. Donating is now just a tap away. “I think it’s a great idea and it would definitely be good for the community,” said resident […]

Tips on how to deal with your debt

(Consumer Alert) – Digging yourself out of debt can be daunting, so when help comes along, you may be tempted to take it. However, experts warn you should do your research first to avoid getting scammed. Companies promising to help consumers avoid bankruptcy by consolidating debt may look tempting but U.S. Postal Inspectors warn, many […]

Business owner says Collier Clerk of Courts refuses to pay for work

COLLIER COUNTY, Fla.- A business owner says he’s out hundreds of thousands of dollars. Buddy Quarles, who owns BQ Concrete, says the Clerk of Courts refuses to sign off on paying him. Quarles tells WINK News he’s now had to lay off six workers.  That’s almost half his workforce. “It’s been almost three months since […]

Sonny’s BBQ on Palm Beach Boulevard closes

LEE COUNTY, Fla.- The mood was somber inside the Sonny’s BBQ on Palm Beach Boulevard on Thursday. Some people who have worked here for, what seems like ages to them, will be unemployed at the end of the day. “I was shocked,” said one customer, “this place has been here for a long time.” The […]

Sarlo Power Mowers celebrates 80 years in SWFL

FORT MYERS, Fla.- A family-owned company in Southwest Florida is celebrating 80 years in business. Sarlo Power Mowers has been supplying machines to keep grass well-trimmed since 1935. “The fact that it continues and remains relevant all these years is satisfying,” said owner Tony Sarlo. “My grandfather started up a general repair.” The company has […]

FDOT plans big changes to busy Lee County intersection

LEE COUNTY, Fla.- Major changes are coming in a few years to a busy local intersection. The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) has big plans for the crossing at Gunnery Road and State Road 82, at the edge of Lehigh Acres. It’s part of a $56 million project to widen State Road 82. Some of […]

Bonita Springs massage parlor busted for prostitution

BONITA SPRINGS, Fla.- A massage parlor is accused of offering more than just massage services. Lee County deputies raided A Shining Star Chinese Massage located on Bonita Beach Road Wednesday afternoon. Meizi Zheng was arrested for prostitution. Deputies say Zheng gave an undercover officer a massage and then offered him sexual services for more money. […]