Community raises funds for family of elementary school choking victimNB lanes of US 41 at Olympia Ave closed due to traffic investigation
NAPLES Community raises funds for family of elementary school choking victim Staff and students from Laurel Oak Elementary School gathered at a Naples Culver’s to raise money for the family of Benjamin Cronin, an 11-year-old boy who died after choking at school.
NB lanes of US 41 at Olympia Ave closed due to traffic investigation According to the Punta Gorda Police Department, the northbound lane of US 41 at Olympia Avenue and Marion Avenue is closed due to a traffic crash investigation.
NAPLES Swine in the 239: Collier’s pig showdown Over 250 pigs took over the Collier County fairgrounds Saturday morning for Swine in the 239.
immokalee Fatal crash in Immokalee leaves 2 dead, both cars engulfed in flames The Florida Highway Patrol responded to a crash that left one person dead in Immokalee near the intersection of State Road 82 and Gators Slough Road.
NAPLES Motorcyclist dies in crash with pickup truck in Collier County The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating a deadly crash on Wilson Boulevard, near 10th Avenue Northeast in Collier County.
southwest florida Plenty of sunshine and less humid air for your Saturday plans The Weather Authority says this weekend is kicking off with some beautiful, less humid weather, perfect for any outdoor plans you may have!
WINK NEWS SWFL Scoreboard: High School Football Playoffs Round 1 21 Southwest Florida high school football teams were in action in round one of the playoffs trying to keep their state title hopes alive.
CLEWISTON Suspect identified in shooting investigation at Clewiston Walmart According to the Clewiston Police Department, a suspect has been identified in the shooting investigation at a Walmart in Clewiston on Friday night.
WINK Investigates: Everything we know so far about Beattie Development A southwest Florida developer has now surrendered his six different contracting licenses, which include general contracting, plumbing and roofing. Paul Beattie, owner of Beattie Development cannot build homes anymore. It’s not a permanent situation, but part of a settlement agreement with the state says he’d need to pay $300,000 before he could get a new […]
Florida Attorney General speaks out following lawsuit against FEMA Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody has spoken out following the filing of a lawsuit alleging that a FEMA supervisor directed aid workers to avoid going to homes in Lake Placid that had yard signs supporting Trump.
FORT MYERS BEACH How to increase odds of getting your hurricane insurance claim paid When Hurricane Helene hit Southwest Florida in September followed by Milton, many people’s lives were affected.
lehigh acres 25 students treated for heat exhaustion on Lehigh Sr. High School football field The Tice Fire Department treated around 25 students for heat exhaustion on the Lehigh Senior High School football field.
PUNTA GORDA Punta Gorda pilots speak out on Allegiant Air strike Allegiant Air pilots said they want a new contract, one that’s amendable, fair and, in their words, what they should be paid.
FORT MYERS BEACH Fort Myers Beach couple sues insurance over Hurricane Ian claim In the last two months, southwest Florida experienced a hurricane double punch with Helene and Milton, but for many people out there, it’s still all about Hurricane Ian from 2022.
CAPE CORAL Couple struggling after hurricanes receives $10K from Cape Coral High students A couple who lost everything to Hurricane Milton has received a blessing in more ways than one.
NAPLES Community raises funds for family of elementary school choking victim Staff and students from Laurel Oak Elementary School gathered at a Naples Culver’s to raise money for the family of Benjamin Cronin, an 11-year-old boy who died after choking at school.
NB lanes of US 41 at Olympia Ave closed due to traffic investigation According to the Punta Gorda Police Department, the northbound lane of US 41 at Olympia Avenue and Marion Avenue is closed due to a traffic crash investigation.
NAPLES Swine in the 239: Collier’s pig showdown Over 250 pigs took over the Collier County fairgrounds Saturday morning for Swine in the 239.
immokalee Fatal crash in Immokalee leaves 2 dead, both cars engulfed in flames The Florida Highway Patrol responded to a crash that left one person dead in Immokalee near the intersection of State Road 82 and Gators Slough Road.
NAPLES Motorcyclist dies in crash with pickup truck in Collier County The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating a deadly crash on Wilson Boulevard, near 10th Avenue Northeast in Collier County.
southwest florida Plenty of sunshine and less humid air for your Saturday plans The Weather Authority says this weekend is kicking off with some beautiful, less humid weather, perfect for any outdoor plans you may have!
WINK NEWS SWFL Scoreboard: High School Football Playoffs Round 1 21 Southwest Florida high school football teams were in action in round one of the playoffs trying to keep their state title hopes alive.
CLEWISTON Suspect identified in shooting investigation at Clewiston Walmart According to the Clewiston Police Department, a suspect has been identified in the shooting investigation at a Walmart in Clewiston on Friday night.
WINK Investigates: Everything we know so far about Beattie Development A southwest Florida developer has now surrendered his six different contracting licenses, which include general contracting, plumbing and roofing. Paul Beattie, owner of Beattie Development cannot build homes anymore. It’s not a permanent situation, but part of a settlement agreement with the state says he’d need to pay $300,000 before he could get a new […]
Florida Attorney General speaks out following lawsuit against FEMA Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody has spoken out following the filing of a lawsuit alleging that a FEMA supervisor directed aid workers to avoid going to homes in Lake Placid that had yard signs supporting Trump.
FORT MYERS BEACH How to increase odds of getting your hurricane insurance claim paid When Hurricane Helene hit Southwest Florida in September followed by Milton, many people’s lives were affected.
lehigh acres 25 students treated for heat exhaustion on Lehigh Sr. High School football field The Tice Fire Department treated around 25 students for heat exhaustion on the Lehigh Senior High School football field.
PUNTA GORDA Punta Gorda pilots speak out on Allegiant Air strike Allegiant Air pilots said they want a new contract, one that’s amendable, fair and, in their words, what they should be paid.
FORT MYERS BEACH Fort Myers Beach couple sues insurance over Hurricane Ian claim In the last two months, southwest Florida experienced a hurricane double punch with Helene and Milton, but for many people out there, it’s still all about Hurricane Ian from 2022.
CAPE CORAL Couple struggling after hurricanes receives $10K from Cape Coral High students A couple who lost everything to Hurricane Milton has received a blessing in more ways than one.
LEE COUNTY Three projects planned to improve traffic on Colonial Blvd Traffic and safety concerns are at the top of the list for us in Lee County. During a town hall meeting, people asked city leaders what they’re doing about it. Three future projects are in the works to improve traffic on Colonial Boulevard in Fort Myers. County Commissioner Cecil Pendergrass led the meeting at a […]
FORT MYERS Crews to break ground on Topgolf in 2020 in Fort Myers A new golf venue will bring a lot of business and jobs to Southwest Florida. Construction crews will break ground on Topgolf in 2020. It will sit along Colonial Boulevard right next to I-75 in Fort Myers. Officials said it will create total of 200 construction jobs and 300 additional job when the new golf […]
FORT MYERS BEACH Drivers cut through FMB street to avoid traffic create safety concerns Everyone hates the long waits to get off of Fort Myers Beach. But now, drivers have started using Connecticut Street, near the mound house, as a cut through and bypass traffic, leaving many neighbors worrying about their safety. Even though there is a sign that says “no through traffic,” neighbors say drivers don’t listen. “I […]
FORT MYERS Fighting for affordable housing in Lee County Whether you are a first responder or a teacher, living in Southwest Florida can put a strain on your bank account. That’s the reality for a military veteran and his wife who live inside an RV. They are looking for an affordable home. Hundreds of people packed a meeting Tuesday to fight for more affordable […]
COLLIER COUNTY Improvements in the works for State Road 29 amid recent crashes Drivers who frequent a dangerous stretch of road are hoping an expansion project could make it safer for them. Dark and dangerous is how drivers describe a corridor that also leads to a dangerous intersection, which has been a scene for fatal crashes. Construction is underway to expand State Road 82, and Florida Department of […]
PINE ISLAND Drivers unhappy about 7-Eleven approved on Pine Island In January, Lee County commissioners approved the construction of a 7-Eleven gas station on Stringfellow Road on Pine Island near Nikkis Lane. Some drivers are unhappy about the planned location. People said it adds commercialization to a small-town area. “It does take a little bit of the nostalgic essence of the community around here,” John […]
WINK NEWS State Farm says Florida No. 2 in US for dog bite injuries Dogs are attacking people in the state. It’s happening locally, and it’s not uncommon in Florida. People told us they have even seen dogs at Pooch Park in North Fort Myers become aggressive. According to a new survey by State Farm, Florida is No. 2 in the U.S. for dog bite injuries. ”All it takes […]
SANIBEL ISLAND Gross gunk from the gulf washing ashore will soon go away Big globs of wet brown algae covering Lighthouse Beach. Lisa Wood and her daughter, Alexia, had to pick through the gunk to find sea shells to bring home from their vacation. “We wont be coming back to this beach again,” Lisa said. “When we came here it was because he had said its white sandy […]
CAPE CORAL Community calls for bus stop safety at Cape Coral meeting The tragic death of 8-year-old Layla Aiken has sparked an emotional debate over bus stop safety in Cape Coral. A memorial for Aiken sits near the school bus stop where a truck hit and killed her last week. Community members packed the Cape Coral City Council meeting Monday night to ask the same question. “How […]
SANIBEL ISLAND Police rule 4-year-old who fell from Sanibel building accident A child fell three stories from a building and was taken to a nearby hospital. Sanibel Police Department ruled it an accident Monday. On Sunday, mother Melissa Cooks told us her 4-year-old son, Archie, fell more than 25 feet out a window. Fire officials confirmed the boy fell from the window of a building at […]