FORT MYERS BEACH Beachgoers enjoy Fort Myers Beach on Christmas Eve Whether you’re a full-time Floridian, a snowbird or just vacationing here for Christmas, it was a great day to go to the beach.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA ‘Chrismukkah’; Two major holidays fall on the same day This year Christmas and Hanukkah fall on the same day. Many people of both faiths across our area will participate in the rare opportunity to celebrate both holidays.
FORT MYERS BEACH Smokin’ Oyster Brewery reopens after damage from hurricanes It’s an iconic bar and restaurant on Fort Myers Beach that has been missing since Hurricane Ian destroyed it.
Family of 10 caught in American Airlines tech issue at RSW A family of ten thought they had a good plan to beat the Christmas travel rush at Southwest Florida International Airport.
NAPLES Taking an inside look at Naples Police Department’s Technical Analysis Center WINK News got an inside look at the new license plate reading technology being used by the Naples Police Department.
CAPE CORAL Facebook post sparks Christmas miracle for Cape Coral family The joy of Christmas for many, especially kids, is seeing gifts under the tree, but for one family, they couldn’t afford not only presents but the bare necessities.
MATLACHA Matlacha businesses bounce back in time for the holidays Matlacha has had its share of damage this year from hurricanes Helene and Milton. While people continue to heal and recover, they’re also looking toward the new year and beyond.
CAPE CORAL Families in Cape Coral forced out of their homes right after the new year As many of us have already made our Christmas lists and checked them twice, dozens of neighbors are just wishing for a warm and safe place to live.
Final rush for holiday food If you are still baking and basting your holiday dish, time is running out.
FORT MYERS Jewelry of the future with AI One Fort Myers jewelry store is taking the art of jewelry making into the future, all with the help of AI.
LEHIGH ACRES 1 person dead after scene at Lehigh Acres home Deputies are in a tense back and forth with a man barricaded inside a home.
ESTERO From rookie to captain, Oliver Chau leads the Florida Everblades From shy newcomer to team leader, one man’s journey with the Florida Everblades has been remarkable.
FORT MYERS Reward increase of $5K for more information on Edison Mall shooter from 2011 Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers is seeking more information on a suspect wanted for shooting someone at the Edison Mall.
CAPE CORAL Precautionary boil water notice issued for neighborhood in Cape Coral A precautionary boil water notice is in effect for residents in the area of Southwest 5th Avenue following a water main break that briefly halted potable water service.
FORT MYERS BEACH Beachgoers enjoy Fort Myers Beach on Christmas Eve Whether you’re a full-time Floridian, a snowbird or just vacationing here for Christmas, it was a great day to go to the beach.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA ‘Chrismukkah’; Two major holidays fall on the same day This year Christmas and Hanukkah fall on the same day. Many people of both faiths across our area will participate in the rare opportunity to celebrate both holidays.
FORT MYERS BEACH Smokin’ Oyster Brewery reopens after damage from hurricanes It’s an iconic bar and restaurant on Fort Myers Beach that has been missing since Hurricane Ian destroyed it.
Family of 10 caught in American Airlines tech issue at RSW A family of ten thought they had a good plan to beat the Christmas travel rush at Southwest Florida International Airport.
NAPLES Taking an inside look at Naples Police Department’s Technical Analysis Center WINK News got an inside look at the new license plate reading technology being used by the Naples Police Department.
CAPE CORAL Facebook post sparks Christmas miracle for Cape Coral family The joy of Christmas for many, especially kids, is seeing gifts under the tree, but for one family, they couldn’t afford not only presents but the bare necessities.
MATLACHA Matlacha businesses bounce back in time for the holidays Matlacha has had its share of damage this year from hurricanes Helene and Milton. While people continue to heal and recover, they’re also looking toward the new year and beyond.
CAPE CORAL Families in Cape Coral forced out of their homes right after the new year As many of us have already made our Christmas lists and checked them twice, dozens of neighbors are just wishing for a warm and safe place to live.
Final rush for holiday food If you are still baking and basting your holiday dish, time is running out.
FORT MYERS Jewelry of the future with AI One Fort Myers jewelry store is taking the art of jewelry making into the future, all with the help of AI.
LEHIGH ACRES 1 person dead after scene at Lehigh Acres home Deputies are in a tense back and forth with a man barricaded inside a home.
ESTERO From rookie to captain, Oliver Chau leads the Florida Everblades From shy newcomer to team leader, one man’s journey with the Florida Everblades has been remarkable.
FORT MYERS Reward increase of $5K for more information on Edison Mall shooter from 2011 Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers is seeking more information on a suspect wanted for shooting someone at the Edison Mall.
CAPE CORAL Precautionary boil water notice issued for neighborhood in Cape Coral A precautionary boil water notice is in effect for residents in the area of Southwest 5th Avenue following a water main break that briefly halted potable water service.
NAPLES Naples City Council has more questions about 5G poles planned for the city You could soon have better cell service in Naples, but not everyone is happy with the idea. The City of Naples is limited in what it can do about a communications company’s plan to stick large 5G cell towers in a popular spot. Opponents say the 33-foot 5G poles don’t meet city design standards. The […]
NAPLES An agreement is reached to handle noise issues at Celebration Park A community feels they can sleep better now knowing that an agreement was reached to handle noise at a park. Complaints about the noise at Celebration Park in Naples have been a problem for quite some time. But, there are now rules in place to keep those celebrations a little quieter. The owner of Celebration […]
WINK NEWS High gas prices impacting charter businesses, boaters The surge at the pump is hitting more than just drivers on the roads. Charter boat captains are struggling to get out on the water as prices to fill up for them have doubled since last summer. “It’s gone up 150 to 200 dollars per boat,” said Boat Captain Wes Bedell. Boaters fueling up at the […]
NAPLES Ukrainians in Naples react to President Zelenskyy’s address to Congress Ukraine President Volodymyr Zelenskyy made a plea to Congress Wednesday morning for a no-fly zone over his country, which has been bombed for close to a month now. “I have a dream, these words are known to each of you today. I can say, I have a need. I need to protect our sky,” Zelenskyy […]
NAPLES Mother and 4 kids safe in SWFL after escaping Ukraine A mother and her four kids are now safe in Southwest Florida after escaping Ukraine. Hear her story of leaving her husband behind and the long road she took to get here. An unimaginable journey they never dreamed they’d ever take. Olga Skrypak came from Ukraine and is just relieved to be here. “We got […]
NORTH NAPLES Ukrainian family using their restaurant to raise money to help people escape fighting in Ukraine A Ukrainian couple who came to Southwest Florida to open a restaurant is doing more than praying for the war to end. They are sending the profits from the Tartine and Tartelette restaurant in North Naples to help people escape the fighting. They are motivated to take action because of a girl they left behind. […]
ESTERO Alligator removed from Estero construction site A 4- to 5-foot alligator had to be removed from an Estero construction site on Friday morning. According to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, the report came in around 8 a.m. Deputies from the Lee County Sheriff’s Office arrived at the site on Via Rapallo Drive and a contracted nuisance alligator trapper was […]
COLLIER COUNTY Naples community raising funds to help local Ukrainian families A church in Naples is collecting donations to help those stuck in Ukraine escape. Celebration Beach Church is on a mission to help local Ukrainian families get their loved ones out of the war zone. “Any time we see evil, the only way we can combat that evil is to do good,” said Pastor Gene […]
COLLIER COUNTY Rising gas prices hurting commuters, contractors in Collier County A workforce struggling with affordable housing is now hit hard with another expense. The surge at the pump is hurting employees who already can’t afford to live in the county where they work. The rising rent price in Collier County is forcing middle-class workers, including first responders, teachers, and nurses, to live somewhere else and […]
NAPLES Flyers placed around Collier County could save someone from domestic violence or human trafficking A simple gesture can save victims of domestic violence or human trafficking. On Tuesday, a group of almost 100 men took to the streets of Collier County to place flyers on the doors of homes. Those flyers contain crucial information that could help those who need it or for someone who knows someone in need […]