WINK News Photos of the Week: Jan. 11 – Jan. 18Car fire causes traffic delays on I-75 in Collier County
WINK News Photos of the Week: Jan. 11 – Jan. 18 This week features some high-flying wrestling, photos from the Downtown Fort Myers Art Walk, and much more.
Car fire causes traffic delays on I-75 in Collier County A car fire on Interstate 75 North is causing major traffic disruptions Sunday as crews work to extinguish the flames.
Could Florida see snow this week? The words “Florida” and “snow” rarely ever go together, but could the Sunshine State actually see some snowfall this week?
What’s open and closed on Martin Luther King Jr. Day The United States will observe Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Jan. 20. Some businesses may be closed or have modified hours.
Southwest Floridians embrace D.C. inauguration despite changes Security is heightened in the nation’s capital as thousands gather for Monday’s inauguration. Among them are many Southwest Floridians who are eager to witness Donald Trump’s inauguration.
TikTok back online after 12 hour ban TikTok is back online after being banned. President-elect Donald Trump said he’ll enact an executive order stalling the ban of the app.
the weather authority Warm, breezy Sunday with scattered rain ahead of our next big cool down The Weather Authority says another warm, breezy day is upon us, with temperatures reaching the upper 70s in the afternoon.
Web Exclusive: Rachel Cox-Rosen’s Construction Heads Up As construction may dampen your commute, WINK News traffic anchor Rachel Cox Rosen knows the best way to traverse the roadways in this web-exclusive feature.
ESTERO Sheriff Showdown: Charity hockey game held for family of Elio Diaz The Lee County Sheriff’s Office faced the Suffolk County Sheriff’s hockey team in a Sheriff Showdown at Hertz Arena in Estero on Saturday.
FORT MYERS Demonstrators gather for Fort Myers Women’s March Dozens gathered at the intersection of Colonial Boulevard and US 41 in Fort Myers for the annual Women’s March on Saturday morning.
Two-vehicle crash causes rollover near Pine Ridge Road A two-vehicle crash occurred near Pine Ridge Road and Premiere Way late Saturday morning, according to the Collier County Sheriff’s Office.
LCSO investigates early morning shooting near Wawa on Alico Road The Lee County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a shooting that occurred early Saturday morning.
ENGLEWOOD Charlotte County deputies fatally shoot man in Englewood, investigation ongoing Deputies from the Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office shot and killed a man who was reportedly acting erratically.
the weather authority Warm weekend ahead with increased rain chances on the way The Weather Authority says a warm Saturday is on tap, with temperatures reaching the upper 70s into the afternoon.
Bodycam video shows warning signs from teen accused of killing mother In newly released body camera footage, a mother questions her son’s violence months before her murder.
WINK News Photos of the Week: Jan. 11 – Jan. 18 This week features some high-flying wrestling, photos from the Downtown Fort Myers Art Walk, and much more.
Car fire causes traffic delays on I-75 in Collier County A car fire on Interstate 75 North is causing major traffic disruptions Sunday as crews work to extinguish the flames.
Could Florida see snow this week? The words “Florida” and “snow” rarely ever go together, but could the Sunshine State actually see some snowfall this week?
What’s open and closed on Martin Luther King Jr. Day The United States will observe Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Jan. 20. Some businesses may be closed or have modified hours.
Southwest Floridians embrace D.C. inauguration despite changes Security is heightened in the nation’s capital as thousands gather for Monday’s inauguration. Among them are many Southwest Floridians who are eager to witness Donald Trump’s inauguration.
TikTok back online after 12 hour ban TikTok is back online after being banned. President-elect Donald Trump said he’ll enact an executive order stalling the ban of the app.
the weather authority Warm, breezy Sunday with scattered rain ahead of our next big cool down The Weather Authority says another warm, breezy day is upon us, with temperatures reaching the upper 70s in the afternoon.
Web Exclusive: Rachel Cox-Rosen’s Construction Heads Up As construction may dampen your commute, WINK News traffic anchor Rachel Cox Rosen knows the best way to traverse the roadways in this web-exclusive feature.
ESTERO Sheriff Showdown: Charity hockey game held for family of Elio Diaz The Lee County Sheriff’s Office faced the Suffolk County Sheriff’s hockey team in a Sheriff Showdown at Hertz Arena in Estero on Saturday.
FORT MYERS Demonstrators gather for Fort Myers Women’s March Dozens gathered at the intersection of Colonial Boulevard and US 41 in Fort Myers for the annual Women’s March on Saturday morning.
Two-vehicle crash causes rollover near Pine Ridge Road A two-vehicle crash occurred near Pine Ridge Road and Premiere Way late Saturday morning, according to the Collier County Sheriff’s Office.
LCSO investigates early morning shooting near Wawa on Alico Road The Lee County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a shooting that occurred early Saturday morning.
ENGLEWOOD Charlotte County deputies fatally shoot man in Englewood, investigation ongoing Deputies from the Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office shot and killed a man who was reportedly acting erratically.
the weather authority Warm weekend ahead with increased rain chances on the way The Weather Authority says a warm Saturday is on tap, with temperatures reaching the upper 70s into the afternoon.
Bodycam video shows warning signs from teen accused of killing mother In newly released body camera footage, a mother questions her son’s violence months before her murder.
Two killed, three hurt in Cape Coral crash CAPE CORAL, Fla. – Police are investigating a Fourth of July crash that left two dead and injured three others. It happened around 10:30 p.m. at the intersection Veterans Memorial Parkway and Skyline Boulevard. Witnesses told police a Kia Forte made a left turn into the intersection and drove right into a Chevrolet Impala, that was […]
Tunisia’s President warns country is not safe TUNIS, Tunisia (AP) – Tunisia’s president says the country is “not safe” from further extremist attacks and has declared a national state of emergency to avoid what he says is a risk of collapse. President Beji Caid Essebsi’s speech Saturday came just over a week after a gunman at the popular beach resort of Sousse […]
Alligator kills Texas man ORANGE, Texas (AP) – A man was killed early Friday when an alligator attacked him during a late-night swim at a Southeast Texas marina, according to police. Orange police Capt. Robert Enmon said Tommie Woodward, 28, suffered severe trauma to a limb when he was attacked early Friday morning at the private marina, which is […]
Lake City girl killed by sturgeon LAKE CITY, Fla. (AP) – A 5-year-old Florida girl riding in a boat has died after a sturgeon leaped from the Suwannee River and struck her. Wildlife officials said Jaylon Rippy died after being struck Thursday night. Her mother and 9-year-old brother were also injured and taken to a Gainesville hospital. Their condition was not […]
Collier County man blows off part of his hand COLLIER COUNTY, Fla. – Firefighters said a man in East Naples blew off part of his hand while trying to light fireworks. It happened on Sholtz Street around 10 p.m. Friday. Firefighters say the victim, who is in his 30s, was taken to a nearby hospital. In video taken by a WINK News crew, the man […]
Presidential hopefuls spend holiday with voters AMHERST, N.H. (AP) – Alongside the patriotic music and waving flags Saturday in parades across Iowa and New Hampshire were clear reminders of a presidential race coming up next year: Red balloons promoting “Jeb! 2016,” a tractor draped in a Rick Perry banner and dutiful volunteers holding signs and chanting for their chosen candidates. Marching […]
Fourth of July road closures LEE COUNTY, Fla. – If you plan to enjoy fireworks Saturday, there are several road closures you need to know about. The Cape Coral Bridge will be closed at 3 a.m. Saturday and remain closed the entire day. Cape Coral Parkway from Del Prado Boulevard to the bridge will also be closed Saturday. Cars attempting […]
Woman arrested for throwing kittens out car window SANTA ROSA COUNTY, Fla. (Pensacola News Journal)- At about 11:45 a.m. Friday, Santa Rosa County Sheriff’s deputies responded to an animal complaint in the area of Highway 87 and Grady Tolbert Road in Navarre. A witness told deputies they observed a black Infinity SUV in the area throwing small kittens out of the vehicle window. […]
Diver accidentally shot while spear fishing SARASOTA, Fla. – At 3:40 p.m. crews reopened the John Ringling Causeway after a diving accident early Saturday closed the bridge. According to a Sarasota Police Department spokesperson, two men in their 20s were spear fishing under the bridge, when one diver accidentally shot the other diver with the spear gun. Judge said the diver was taken to […]
Cape Coral warns of costly water scheme CAPE CORAL, Fla. – A flyer making its way around neighborhoods offers “free water testing,” but that testing comes with a price tag. Recently, Kathye O’Brien and her family moved from the Chicago area to Cape Coral. O’Brien said within days she received a flyer from a company that offered her “free water testing” as […]