NORTH FORT MYERS Shell Factory in North Fort Myers closes A landmark in the Southwest Florida community for decades has officially closed its doors over the weekend.
FORT MYERS Truck fire on I-75 in Fort Myers closes 2 lanes The Florida Highway Patrol has reported a truck fire on the shoulder lane of Interstate 75 in Fort Myers.
Steinhatchee Gov. DeSantis provides updates on Hurricane Helene recovery Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is set to hold a news conference in Steinhatchee.
The Weather Authority The Weather Authority: Isolated rain and storms for your Monday afternoon The Weather Authority is tracking isolated rain and storms following a dry and sunny start to your Monday.
Charlotte County allowing temporary RVs and mobile homes after Hurricane Helene Charlotte County is now allowing people to live in an RV or mobile home on their property for the next three years.
Fatal crash involving wrong way driver on I-75 in Lee County The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating a fatal wrong-way crash that occurred on the northbound lanes of Interstate 75.
FORT MYERS BEACH Final day of Island Hopper Fest held despite effects from Helene The last day of the 10th annual Island Hopper Songwriter Festival was held on Fort Myers Beach Sunday afternoon.
FORT MYERS BEACH Sen. Rick Scott visits Fort Myers Beach in the wake of Helene Sen. Rick Scott traveled to Fort Myers Beach to survey the damage following Helene.
Distribution center provides aid for those affected by Helene Charlotte County received a bit of relief Sunday after being hit by Helene.
Death toll rises from Helene while supplies are rushed to North Carolina and Florida digs out The U.S. Southeast grappled Sunday with rising death tolls, a lack of vital supplies in isolated, flood-stricken areas and the widespread loss of homes and property while the devastating toll of Hurricane Helene became more clear and officials warned of a lengthy and difficult rebuild.
FEMA assistance available for some affected by Hurricane Helene Florida homeowners and renters in counties with uninsured damage or losses caused by Hurricane Helene may be eligible for FEMA disaster assistance.
SANIBEL Sanibel Fire & Rescue District traveling to assist with Helene relief The Sanibel Fire & Rescue District sent a crew to Perry, FL, early Sunday morning to assist with disaster relief following Hurricane Helene.
FORT MYERS Man accused of filming woman in Target dressing room A man is being accused of videotaping a woman while she was trying on clothes at a Fort Myers Target on Friday.
BONITA SPRINGS Man arrested in Bonita Springs for stabbing A man has been arrested in Bonita Springs after allegedly stabbing someone.
southwest florida WINK Neighborhood Watch: Animal abuse, grand theft auto and spousal murder This week’s segment of WINK Neighborhood Watch features animal abuse, grand theft auto and a man murdering his wife.
NORTH FORT MYERS Shell Factory in North Fort Myers closes A landmark in the Southwest Florida community for decades has officially closed its doors over the weekend.
FORT MYERS Truck fire on I-75 in Fort Myers closes 2 lanes The Florida Highway Patrol has reported a truck fire on the shoulder lane of Interstate 75 in Fort Myers.
Steinhatchee Gov. DeSantis provides updates on Hurricane Helene recovery Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is set to hold a news conference in Steinhatchee.
The Weather Authority The Weather Authority: Isolated rain and storms for your Monday afternoon The Weather Authority is tracking isolated rain and storms following a dry and sunny start to your Monday.
Charlotte County allowing temporary RVs and mobile homes after Hurricane Helene Charlotte County is now allowing people to live in an RV or mobile home on their property for the next three years.
Fatal crash involving wrong way driver on I-75 in Lee County The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating a fatal wrong-way crash that occurred on the northbound lanes of Interstate 75.
FORT MYERS BEACH Final day of Island Hopper Fest held despite effects from Helene The last day of the 10th annual Island Hopper Songwriter Festival was held on Fort Myers Beach Sunday afternoon.
FORT MYERS BEACH Sen. Rick Scott visits Fort Myers Beach in the wake of Helene Sen. Rick Scott traveled to Fort Myers Beach to survey the damage following Helene.
Distribution center provides aid for those affected by Helene Charlotte County received a bit of relief Sunday after being hit by Helene.
Death toll rises from Helene while supplies are rushed to North Carolina and Florida digs out The U.S. Southeast grappled Sunday with rising death tolls, a lack of vital supplies in isolated, flood-stricken areas and the widespread loss of homes and property while the devastating toll of Hurricane Helene became more clear and officials warned of a lengthy and difficult rebuild.
FEMA assistance available for some affected by Hurricane Helene Florida homeowners and renters in counties with uninsured damage or losses caused by Hurricane Helene may be eligible for FEMA disaster assistance.
SANIBEL Sanibel Fire & Rescue District traveling to assist with Helene relief The Sanibel Fire & Rescue District sent a crew to Perry, FL, early Sunday morning to assist with disaster relief following Hurricane Helene.
FORT MYERS Man accused of filming woman in Target dressing room A man is being accused of videotaping a woman while she was trying on clothes at a Fort Myers Target on Friday.
BONITA SPRINGS Man arrested in Bonita Springs for stabbing A man has been arrested in Bonita Springs after allegedly stabbing someone.
southwest florida WINK Neighborhood Watch: Animal abuse, grand theft auto and spousal murder This week’s segment of WINK Neighborhood Watch features animal abuse, grand theft auto and a man murdering his wife.
Lightning beat Red Wings in game-7 to advance TAMPA, Fla. (AP) – Braydon Coburn broke a scoreless tie early in the third period and Ben Bishop made 31 saves to help the Tampa Bay Lightning beat the Detroit Red Wings 2-0 on Wednesday night in Game 7 of the first-round series. Ryan Callahan set up Coburn’s third goal in 79 career postseason games […]
East Naples man faces 90 counts of possession of child porn COLLIER COUNTY, Fla. – A man is behind bars accused of having images of infants and preteens on his phone having sex. The wife of 65-year-old Fred Randolph says she had no idea until deputies showed up at her front door. Deputies received tips from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children after a […]
New warning about sex trafficking in Florida LEE COUNTY, Fla.- WINK News has a new warning for parents about a possible scam aimed at recruiting teens into the world of human sex trafficking. We discovered a new flyer popping up in at least one Florida county advertising quick cash for teens looking for work. It reads “Teen Jobs” in big letters, advertising a chance […]
SWFL Angel Flight pilots go above and beyond helping those in need FORT MYERS, Fla.- Two Angel Flight pilots got recognition from the non-profit organization this month for flying sick passengers to and from their appointments. Marc Miller of Estero was named 2015 Pilot of the Year for the Southwest Region. “I decided I wanted to fly with a purpose, I chose Angel Flight as an opportunity […]
Lee County takes stakes out of high stakes exams LEE COUNTY, Fla. – The decision to eliminate the test consequences comes after learning schools wouldn’t get the results until December. The school board’s vote is big news for students in Lee County’s Public Schools. “It didn’t take a rocket scientist to be able to figure out that this was not a good idea,” says Lori […]
Local group calls for state to buy lands south of Lake Okeechobee LEE COUNTY, Fla.- Local environmental groups are renewing their call for the state to buy lands, south of Lake Okeechobee. The groups claim we can protect the Caloosahatchee River by having land, south of the lake, to take the nutrient-filled water. The problem is the price tag is at lest $350 million, and the legislature […]
Overnight storm causes damage in SWFL NAPLES, Fla.- Toppled trees, smashed cars, and lots of limbs on the ground. People are still cleaning up after powerful storms rolled through Southwest Florida early Wednesday morning. Heavy rain and strong wind knocked out power to thousands of people. Collier County was hardest hit. “I heard cracking and boom and I went back to […]
FGCU lacrosse heads to national championships; fundraising for the trip ESTERO, Fla.- The FGCU men’s club lacrosse team is headed to the national championship! The team won the conference, giving them an automatic bid to the tournament. Before they net another win, however, they need to come up with the funding for the expensive trip. The men look to fly to California in just two […]
Vandal spray paints, keys cars in Estero community ESTERO, Fla.- A vandal strikes a Southwest Florida gated community, spray painting and keying cars. Residents in the Osprey Cove community off of Estero Boulevard and US 41 are furious after waking up to find hundreds of dollars in damage. “Wow, does somebody just hate me and decide to do this?” said Mallory Richards. She […]