Alleged burglary suspect attempts to flee police through drainage pipeFort Myers Beach mayor takes blame for loss of FEMA discount
PORT CHARLOTTE VILLAGE Alleged burglary suspect attempts to flee police through drainage pipe A man on the run had his plans foiled by Charlotte County deputies. Despite a daring escape attempt, he emerged from a drainage pipe dripping wet and muddy.
FORT MYERS BEACH Fort Myers Beach mayor takes blame for loss of FEMA discount FEMA sent the town of Fort Myers Beach a letter explaining why they lost their flood insurance discount. One reason was not removing temporary trailers and containers from flood zones. Now, the mayor says to blame him for it.
NORTH FORT MYERS Suncoast Estates fatal shooting leaves community on edge A fatal shooting took place on Saturday at the Suncoast Estates in North Fort Myers, on Heck Drive, that left one man dead and another seriously injured.
SANIBEL Gulfshore Life Men and Women of the Year award honoree: James Evans The environment and economy are nearly synonymous in Southwest Florida, and while many people work to protect both, one man stands out and has made the environment his life’s work.
NORTH FORT MYERS Where did the Shell Factory animals go? With the closure of The Shell Factory in September, people have been wondering where the animals went.
NAPLES Naples man arrested on multiple violent charges including kidnapping and sexual battery A Naples man has been arrested on multiple violent charges stemming from an alleged case of kidnapping involving guns, drugs and sexual battery.
MATLACHA CW Fudge Factory in Matlacha getting back to business after storms Getting back to business is giving one island the boost they need before the holidays.
southwest florida How much will a Christmas tree cost in Southwest Florida this year? With Thanksgiving this week and Christmas around the corner, we want to know how tree prices are stacking up across Southwest Florida.
NAPLES Spreading holiday cheer with Christmas tree lighting in Naples The Christmas spirit has awakened in Naples.
Early lung cancer detection According to a critical care pulmonologist with Lee Health, every day, two people in Lee County hear the news that they have lung cancer.
Bishop Verot seniors cheering in Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade The Viking seniors get a once in a lifetime experience cheering with Spirit of America in the iconic holiday parade.
FORT MYERS Shell Factory & Nature Park announces online auction liquidation of remaining inventory Fans of the now-closed Shell Factory & Nature Park will have a final chance to own a piece of nostalgia with two virtual auctions.
Lee County officials share progress on post-Milton debris cleanup Lee County has announced it has collected 200,000 cubic yards of storm debris in unincorporated areas post-Hurricane Milton.
Man accused of fleeing from Charlotte deputies through drainage pipe The Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a man who tried to flee from deputies during a traffic stop through a drainage pipe.
FORT MYERS Man wanted for stealing money from tip jar at Fort Myers establishment Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers is seeking information on a man wanted for stealing from a tip jar at a Fort Myers establishment.
PORT CHARLOTTE VILLAGE Alleged burglary suspect attempts to flee police through drainage pipe A man on the run had his plans foiled by Charlotte County deputies. Despite a daring escape attempt, he emerged from a drainage pipe dripping wet and muddy.
FORT MYERS BEACH Fort Myers Beach mayor takes blame for loss of FEMA discount FEMA sent the town of Fort Myers Beach a letter explaining why they lost their flood insurance discount. One reason was not removing temporary trailers and containers from flood zones. Now, the mayor says to blame him for it.
NORTH FORT MYERS Suncoast Estates fatal shooting leaves community on edge A fatal shooting took place on Saturday at the Suncoast Estates in North Fort Myers, on Heck Drive, that left one man dead and another seriously injured.
SANIBEL Gulfshore Life Men and Women of the Year award honoree: James Evans The environment and economy are nearly synonymous in Southwest Florida, and while many people work to protect both, one man stands out and has made the environment his life’s work.
NORTH FORT MYERS Where did the Shell Factory animals go? With the closure of The Shell Factory in September, people have been wondering where the animals went.
NAPLES Naples man arrested on multiple violent charges including kidnapping and sexual battery A Naples man has been arrested on multiple violent charges stemming from an alleged case of kidnapping involving guns, drugs and sexual battery.
MATLACHA CW Fudge Factory in Matlacha getting back to business after storms Getting back to business is giving one island the boost they need before the holidays.
southwest florida How much will a Christmas tree cost in Southwest Florida this year? With Thanksgiving this week and Christmas around the corner, we want to know how tree prices are stacking up across Southwest Florida.
NAPLES Spreading holiday cheer with Christmas tree lighting in Naples The Christmas spirit has awakened in Naples.
Early lung cancer detection According to a critical care pulmonologist with Lee Health, every day, two people in Lee County hear the news that they have lung cancer.
Bishop Verot seniors cheering in Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade The Viking seniors get a once in a lifetime experience cheering with Spirit of America in the iconic holiday parade.
FORT MYERS Shell Factory & Nature Park announces online auction liquidation of remaining inventory Fans of the now-closed Shell Factory & Nature Park will have a final chance to own a piece of nostalgia with two virtual auctions.
Lee County officials share progress on post-Milton debris cleanup Lee County has announced it has collected 200,000 cubic yards of storm debris in unincorporated areas post-Hurricane Milton.
Man accused of fleeing from Charlotte deputies through drainage pipe The Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office has arrested a man who tried to flee from deputies during a traffic stop through a drainage pipe.
FORT MYERS Man wanted for stealing money from tip jar at Fort Myers establishment Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers is seeking information on a man wanted for stealing from a tip jar at a Fort Myers establishment.
LEHIGH ACRES Death investigation underway in Lehigh Acres A death investigation began on Easter morning. That’s what neighbors who live along Dale Avenue North in Lehigh Acres woke up to. Deputies were canvassing this neighborhood early Sunday morning. One neighbor, who didn’t want to speak on camera, told WINK News that he saw Lee County deputies pull a body out of a car. […]
NORTH FORT MYERS Easter egg hunt in North Fort Myers Your children could win big just by going on an Easter egg hunt in your own yard. The North Fort Myers Civic Association finished hiding about 1,000 eggs on lawns across town. They say their inspiration for this hunt comes from a love for their community. Usually, having someone egg your house isn’t a good […]
FORT MYERS California considering 32-hour workweek A big change could soon be coming to the way people live their lives: a 4-day workweek. California is debating a plan for companies with more than 500 employees to define the workweek as only 32 hours. The hope is to reduce stress without reducing productivity. “I think it’s a great idea,” said Jeanette Stevens. […]
SOUTH FORT MYERS Mighty Mussels back for first home game The Mighty Mussels are back at Hammond Stadium. Fans filled their seats for the teams’ first home game of the regular season. The Mighty Mussels took on the Jupiter Hammerheads. Lee County Sheriff Carmine Marceno was on hand to throw out the first pitch and get the crowd going. WINK News reporter Marcello Cuadra caught […]
SOUTH FORT MYERS Fire at MW Horticulture in south Fort Myers burning for more than 24 hours Crews are still battling a fire at a recycling facility in south Fort Myers. This fire is expected to last at least another 24 hours. Old 41 has reopened, but Thomas Road is still closed. The power has been turned back on though. Since Sunday morning, the fire has been burning at the MW Horticulture […]
LEE COUNTY Mulch fire breaks out at MW Horticulture A mulch fire sparked at MW Horticulture along Thomas Road in Lee County. And smoke from that fire filled the air, and fire crews said it then started a brush fire. This is just off of Michael G. Rippe Parkway. WINK News viewers sent us plenty of pictures and videos of the fire, along with […]
FORT MYERS Dogs tossed out of car at Gulf Coast Humane Society Two dogs are now being cared for after being tossed out of a parked car. Gulf Coast Humane Society says this is one of the most dangerous ways to get rid of a pet. Now we’re learning that a 12-year-old lab and terrier mix and a 2-year-old german shepherd mix are seeing what compassion and […]
SOUTH FORT MYERS String of catalytic converter thefts in Southwest Florida There have been a string of catalytic converter thefts in Southwest Florida. The most recent target was a nonprofit. Habitat for Humanity’s ReStore discovered it was the victim of a theft on Friday morning. Apparently, the type of vehicle made it an easy target. Officials say trucks are easy targets because they offer anyone enough […]
LEE COUNTY Fire sparks on RSW property A brush fire that sparked near Southwest Florida International Airport is now 100% contained. Officials suspect it ignited after a lightning strike. While fire crews have since left the scene, on Monday afternoon, several emergency vehicles lined a road, and a cloud of smoke billowed into the air. This was near Airport Haul Road. San […]
LEE COUNTY 3-year-old girl celebrates end of her chemo treatment A fighter makes it to her finish line. Three-year-old Libbi is finally finished with chemotherapy after she was diagnosed with cancer two years ago. Now, she’s getting to celebrate this important milestone with her family. Chris LeDuff is Libbi’s dad. “I know I’ve laid in bed plenty of nights in the middle of treatment, wondering […]