Multiple crews combat single-story structure fire in Collier CountyNew study may help Type-1 diabetics with their bionic pancreas
WINK NEWS Multiple crews combat single-story structure fire in Collier County Multiple fire crews are responding to a single-story structure fire in Naples.
New study may help Type-1 diabetics with their bionic pancreas More than 3 million Americans are diagnosed with Type-1 Diabetes, and recent medical breakthroughs can help people manage their condition.
FORT MYERS Family and NAACP continue fighting for justice for Christopher Jordan The NAACP and Jordan’s family said this isn’t the end for them
GAINESVILLE FGCU softball players ready for NCAA Tournament debut FGCU softball players are ready to play in their first NCAA Tournament game against No. 4 Florida.
FORT MYERS Expert weighs in on ‘justified’ police shooting of Christopher Jordan We spoke with Dr. David Thomas – a forensic studies professor from FGCU and a former officer – who supports the idea of officer-involved shooting investigations going to a grand jury.
West Palm Beach 360-degree storm documentation: A closer look at Hurricane Ian’s aftermath At the Governor’s Conference exhibit hall, Dylan Faraone, Regional Director of Mosaic, showcased his work using a 360-degree camera mounted on his car to document the aftermath of major storms, including Hurricane Ian’s impact on southwest Florida.
GAINESVILLE FGCU catcher Neely Peterson returns to Gainesville for NCAA Tournament FGCU catcher Neely Peterson returns to Gainesville, where she fell in love with the sport again playing for Santa Fe College.
CAPE CORAL Do we need a federal gun database for mental illness? One family says yes One family is on a mission to create a new national gun database. It would require medical professionals to enter mental health information.
CAPE CORAL Suspect in custody after a North Fort Myers family loses everything in a fire Their investigation led them to the area of Hancock Bridge Parkway in Cape Coral. The Lee County Sheriff’s Office confirmed a suspect from the Bogart Drive incident is in custody.
FORT MYERS Deadly motorcycle crash shuts down roads on Fowler and Winkler Ave. Fort Myers Police Department has confirmed that a motorcyclist has died in a crash on Fowler and Winkler Avenue on Thursday.
Sarasota How well does a diverging diamond really work? The Sarasota diverging diamond is located at Interstate 75 and University Parkway. It was put in to alleviate heavy traffic.
FORT MYERS RSW experiencing terminal expansion delay Lee County commissioners gave us an update on the RSW terminal expansion project, which is long overdue. Now we know why.
IMMOKALEE National Weather Service surveys storm damage in Immokalee The National Weather Service in Miami concluded after a survey the damage wasn’t from a tornado. It was from a downburst of straight-line wind between 60 – 70 mph.
SANIBEL Sanibel considering e-bike changes Biking is almost as common as driving on Sanibel, and the city’s Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee wants to keep that trend going.
CAPE CORAL Family of victim sues Lee County School District, claiming it failed to protect student Family sued Lee County School District for failing to keep their student safe.
WINK NEWS Multiple crews combat single-story structure fire in Collier County Multiple fire crews are responding to a single-story structure fire in Naples.
New study may help Type-1 diabetics with their bionic pancreas More than 3 million Americans are diagnosed with Type-1 Diabetes, and recent medical breakthroughs can help people manage their condition.
FORT MYERS Family and NAACP continue fighting for justice for Christopher Jordan The NAACP and Jordan’s family said this isn’t the end for them
GAINESVILLE FGCU softball players ready for NCAA Tournament debut FGCU softball players are ready to play in their first NCAA Tournament game against No. 4 Florida.
FORT MYERS Expert weighs in on ‘justified’ police shooting of Christopher Jordan We spoke with Dr. David Thomas – a forensic studies professor from FGCU and a former officer – who supports the idea of officer-involved shooting investigations going to a grand jury.
West Palm Beach 360-degree storm documentation: A closer look at Hurricane Ian’s aftermath At the Governor’s Conference exhibit hall, Dylan Faraone, Regional Director of Mosaic, showcased his work using a 360-degree camera mounted on his car to document the aftermath of major storms, including Hurricane Ian’s impact on southwest Florida.
GAINESVILLE FGCU catcher Neely Peterson returns to Gainesville for NCAA Tournament FGCU catcher Neely Peterson returns to Gainesville, where she fell in love with the sport again playing for Santa Fe College.
CAPE CORAL Do we need a federal gun database for mental illness? One family says yes One family is on a mission to create a new national gun database. It would require medical professionals to enter mental health information.
CAPE CORAL Suspect in custody after a North Fort Myers family loses everything in a fire Their investigation led them to the area of Hancock Bridge Parkway in Cape Coral. The Lee County Sheriff’s Office confirmed a suspect from the Bogart Drive incident is in custody.
FORT MYERS Deadly motorcycle crash shuts down roads on Fowler and Winkler Ave. Fort Myers Police Department has confirmed that a motorcyclist has died in a crash on Fowler and Winkler Avenue on Thursday.
Sarasota How well does a diverging diamond really work? The Sarasota diverging diamond is located at Interstate 75 and University Parkway. It was put in to alleviate heavy traffic.
FORT MYERS RSW experiencing terminal expansion delay Lee County commissioners gave us an update on the RSW terminal expansion project, which is long overdue. Now we know why.
IMMOKALEE National Weather Service surveys storm damage in Immokalee The National Weather Service in Miami concluded after a survey the damage wasn’t from a tornado. It was from a downburst of straight-line wind between 60 – 70 mph.
SANIBEL Sanibel considering e-bike changes Biking is almost as common as driving on Sanibel, and the city’s Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee wants to keep that trend going.
CAPE CORAL Family of victim sues Lee County School District, claiming it failed to protect student Family sued Lee County School District for failing to keep their student safe.
WASHINGTON (AP) Federal Judge rules Affordable Care Act ‘invalid’ A conservative federal judge in Texas on Friday ruled the Affordable Care Act “invalid” on the eve of the sign-up deadline for next year. But with appeals certain, even the Trump White House said the law will remain in place for now. In a 55-page opinion, U.S. District Judge Reed O’Connor ruled that last year’s […]
NAPLES FWC blames red tide for continued SWFL shorebird deaths Conservancy of Southwest Florida in Naples said it treated 90 shorebirds, and only seven survived. Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commision is blaming red tide Friday. The latest tests show good new for red tide. The conservancy said it is still getting all kinds of sick birds from Marco Island up to Bonita Beach. “A […]
CAPE CORAL Military veteran helped to get care he needs at VA It’s been two years since a U.S. Air Force veteran has seen a doctor for his lung cancer treatment. The vet said he stopped going to a Veterans Affairs clinic because it almost put him in bankruptcy. He owed the government more than $20,000 for procedures he thought were covered by the VA. Sgt. Martin […]
COLLIER COUNTY Video shows crosswalks made for wildlife in Collier County Bears, panthers and deer, oh my! Video from Collier County released by Florida Department of Transportation shows animals using wildlife crossings to safely make it across the road. FDOT asks drivers to share the road with wildlife.
LEHIGH ACRES Crime Stoppers wants help identifying two thieves in Lehigh Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers wants help identifying two thieves who broke into a number of cars in Lee County. Two unknown suspects were caught on a home security camera burglarizing unlocked cars during late hours of Thursday and early morning Friday on the 700 and 800 block of Rue Labeau Circle in Lehigh Acres. […]
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Add security measures to deter burglars from your home Homeowners across Southwest Florida have caught burglars in the act with their surveillance cameras. Despite being watched, security experts said crooks keep striking. So how can you improve security at your home? Crime prevention specialists said, to protect your home best, you have to think like a thief. “Pretend you’re a criminal. Walk around your […]
LEE COUNTY $1 mil in bus stop upgrades will meet ADA standards Lee County plans to update 1,700 LeeTran bus stops. The first 100 stops will cost more than $1 million. The price for the other 1,600 is unknown. The first 100 bus stops will be updated to meet Americans with Disabilities Act standards. This comes after a lawsuit was filed. With the continued growth of Lee […]
FORT MYERS Restaurant boom adds unique choices and promotes SWFL economy New restaurants in Southwest Florida are bringing exciting choices to the area. One of the new restaurants opening soon this holiday season is creating a lot of buzz. The American Grilled Cheese Kitchen recently opened in south Fort Myers. “People are very excited about the concept. We’ve had some visitors come back six times,” Brown-Cestero […]
LEE COUNTY Robotic pets provide companionship for seniors For seniors, companionship is important. That’s why pets can be great options; however, people with dementia may not be able to care for them. There are robotic dogs that may be able to help. Henry Hager lives in Lee County. He doesn’t have dementia, but he needs an ankle replacement. As a widower, he lives […]
FORT MYERS Fort Myers theives steal Christmas carolers road show equipment Thieves ruined a Christmas caroling road show that was traveling through Southwest Florida. Sean Reid and his family have been spreading Christmas cheer throughout the area, and Wednesday he woke up to find all of his equipment and lighting gear stolen from his van. “Like someone just kicked me in the gut because it was […]