Bodycam video shows warning signs from teen accused of killing motherCharlotte County Sheriff’s office investigating deputy-involved shooting
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.
ENGLEWOOD Charlotte County Sheriff’s office investigating deputy-involved shooting The Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a deputy-involved shooting in Englewood on Friday night.
Veteran injured in crash that killed wife WINK News has learned that a veteran’s wife was killed in a crash on Wednesday on State Road 82.
PUNTA GORDA Punta Gorda to repair old city hall building The City of Punta Gorda is scrapping plans to build a new city hall.
SWFL teen injured in New Orleans terror attack released from hospital According to the mom of one of the teens injured in the New Orleans Terror attack on New Year’s Day, she has been released from the hospital.
NAPLES Jay Leno comedy show coming to Southwest Florida One of the most famous comedians in the world is coming to Southwest Florida.
SOUTH NAPLES Collier neighbors anticipating second Costco location Members of a community are waiting for one of the most popular wholesale stores, but there is something standing in the way.
AVE MARIA Caught on camera: Massive gator seen in front of Ave Maria home A massive alligator was seen using a walking path in front of an Ave Maria home, and it was all caught on camera.
NCAA approves plan to pay women’s basketball tournament teams In a historic unanimous vote, the NCAA approves of a plan to pay women’s basketball teams that compete in March Madness.
FORT MYERS City of Fort Myers announces Caloosahatchee Celtic Festival The City of Fort Myers invites the public to the 21st anniversary of the Caloosahatchee Celtic Festival in downtown Fort Myers.
MATLACHA Neighbors protest delay in repairs to Matlacha Pass Bridge People are set to take the streets and protest the delay in repairs to the Matlacha Pass Bridge.
Port Authority postpones talk of RSW’s $346M, four-year delayed terminal expansion Lee County and Port Authority Commissioner Brian Hamman finally had a public forum to get some answers on why a construction project went more than $346 million over budget and will be more than four years behind schedule to complete.
DeSantis responds to question on possible Sheriff Marceno suspension Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis addressed calls for the suspension of Lee County’s sheriff amid an FBI investigation into his office.
Annette’s Beach Book Nook celebrates grand reopening on Fort Myers Beach From 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Jan. 18, Annette Stillson finally will be celebrating the grand reopening of the new-look Annette’s Beach Book Nook.
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.
ENGLEWOOD Charlotte County Sheriff’s office investigating deputy-involved shooting The Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a deputy-involved shooting in Englewood on Friday night.
Veteran injured in crash that killed wife WINK News has learned that a veteran’s wife was killed in a crash on Wednesday on State Road 82.
PUNTA GORDA Punta Gorda to repair old city hall building The City of Punta Gorda is scrapping plans to build a new city hall.
SWFL teen injured in New Orleans terror attack released from hospital According to the mom of one of the teens injured in the New Orleans Terror attack on New Year’s Day, she has been released from the hospital.
NAPLES Jay Leno comedy show coming to Southwest Florida One of the most famous comedians in the world is coming to Southwest Florida.
SOUTH NAPLES Collier neighbors anticipating second Costco location Members of a community are waiting for one of the most popular wholesale stores, but there is something standing in the way.
AVE MARIA Caught on camera: Massive gator seen in front of Ave Maria home A massive alligator was seen using a walking path in front of an Ave Maria home, and it was all caught on camera.
NCAA approves plan to pay women’s basketball tournament teams In a historic unanimous vote, the NCAA approves of a plan to pay women’s basketball teams that compete in March Madness.
FORT MYERS City of Fort Myers announces Caloosahatchee Celtic Festival The City of Fort Myers invites the public to the 21st anniversary of the Caloosahatchee Celtic Festival in downtown Fort Myers.
MATLACHA Neighbors protest delay in repairs to Matlacha Pass Bridge People are set to take the streets and protest the delay in repairs to the Matlacha Pass Bridge.
Port Authority postpones talk of RSW’s $346M, four-year delayed terminal expansion Lee County and Port Authority Commissioner Brian Hamman finally had a public forum to get some answers on why a construction project went more than $346 million over budget and will be more than four years behind schedule to complete.
DeSantis responds to question on possible Sheriff Marceno suspension Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis addressed calls for the suspension of Lee County’s sheriff amid an FBI investigation into his office.
Annette’s Beach Book Nook celebrates grand reopening on Fort Myers Beach From 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Jan. 18, Annette Stillson finally will be celebrating the grand reopening of the new-look Annette’s Beach Book Nook.
Lee County animal services is looking for foster homes LEE COUNTY, Fla. – Lee County Domestic Animal Services is asking for the public’s help to foster kittens and puppies. The foster program is for underage kittens and puppies, nursing mothers with kittens and kittens and cruelty cases. “Most of them come without moms, most are underage so we really need a lot more foster […]
Hundreds gather at Walter Scott funeral, man shot by police officer SUMMERVILLE, S.C. (AP) – The death of a black man shot in the back while fleeing a white police officer was the act of a racist cop, a minister told hundreds who gathered Saturday for the funeral of Walter Scott. “All of us have seen the video,” the Rev. George Hamilton, the minister at W.O.R.D. […]
Barack Obama and Raul Catro meet, hopeful to restore ties PANAMA CITY (AP) – President Barack Obama says it is time to “turn the page” on old divisions when it comes to the United States’ relationship with its longtime adversary, Cuba. As Obama opened a meeting with Cuban President Raul Castro today, he told reporters, “It was my belief it was time to try something […]
Four arrested for armed robbery and chase LEE COUNTY, Fla. – Four men were arrested Saturday morning for reportedly robbing a convenience store and leading police on a chase. Deputies said the suspects robbed a Circle K in the 10,000 block of Winterview Drive in North Naples Saturday morning. The suspects reportedly took the clerk’s car keys and ripped through the car. […]
Company offers protection from high gas bills LEE COUNTY, Fla. – A Houston based company is offering customers a gas price guarantee. The company, Love My Gas Price, just launched last week and the Chief Marketing Officer, Larry Weil, told WINK News “it’s been going crazy.” The company said it is offering a gas insurance that runs $4 per month. “It works […]
Officials: Scammers target people close to tax day LEE COUNTY, Fla. – With tax day right around the corner, the Internal Revenue Service is warning consumers to watch for scams. Recently, U.S. Postal Inspectors said there have been fake phone calls reported, with callers claiming to be IRS employees. The scammers sound convincing and scare you into making a payment. Often, the caller […]
Could you start getting more Robocalls? LEE COUNTY, Fla. – A petition is circulating to make sure Robocalls remain blocked. Currently, it is illegal for companies to flood your cell phone with recorded messages or texts, but the American Bankers Association has asked the Federal Communication Commission to loosen those restrictions. For now, if those companies break the law, they may […]
Brush fire burning in Charlotte Harbor Preserve CHARLOTTE COUNTY, Fla. – Crews are working a brush fire at the Charlotte Harbor Preserve State Park near South Gulf Cove. Firefighters say about 90 percent of the fire is contained. They’ll continue to look for hotspots throughout the area. Dee Hawkins, the Charlotte County Fire and EMS spokesperson, told WINK News crews were called […]
Chaos during California Easter egg hunt SACRAMENTO (CBS13) – Sacramento tried to hop its way into the record books today by attempting the world’s largest Easter egg hunt. Blue Heart International hosted the event. “We’re doing this to raise awareness for blue heart international the nonprofit my wife and I started,” said founder Blake McCall. “We’re really passionate about helping children […]
Community celebrates the 71st annual Dunbar Easter parade FORT MYERS, Fla. – Sunday was the 71st annual Dunbar Easter parade, near downtown Fort Myers. The parade started around 2:30 p.m. and ended at the Stars Complex. Hundreds showed up Sunday to celebrate the Resurrection of Christ and enjoy the holiday with family and friends.