Gone but not forgotten: Traveling Vietnam Memorial pays tribute to veteransTwo arrested for street racing in Lee County
FORT MYERS Gone but not forgotten: Traveling Vietnam Memorial pays tribute to veterans A powerful symbol of honor and remembrance is standing proudly here in Southwest Florida. The Traveling Vietnam Memorial Wall is open to the public, a reminder of those we lost who served our country.
LEE COUNTY Two arrested for street racing in Lee County Two people have been arrested for street racing in Lee County according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
CAPE CORAL Boaters with rifles seen in Cape Coral canal On an average day, it’s pretty common to see people fishing or swimming in a canal. One neighbor in Cape Coral saw something unusual in his backyard Friday afternoon.
FORT MYERS Car flips, one sent to hospital after two car crash in Fort Myers A crash involving at least two vehicles sent one person to the hospital.
The Weather Authority: Clouds, sunshine, wind, and the possibility of a brief shower for your Sunday Clouds and occasional sunshine this Sunday. A few brief showers are possible late in the afternoon and this evening.
TALLAHASSEE (CBS) Governor DeSantis signs AI and vape bills Gov. Ron DeSantis on Friday signed 28 bills, including a measure requiring disclaimers on certain political ads created using artificial intelligence and a bill about regulation of vape products.
ESTERO Gold Star Golf Tournament honors fallen veteran Behind each putt and swing of a golf club at the Gold Star Golf Tournament is someone who knew John Wirka Junior.
NEW YORK (AP) How TikTok grew from a fun app for teens into a potential national security threat If it feels like TikTok has been around forever, that’s probably because it has, at least if you’re measuring via internet time. What’s now in question is whether it will be around much longer and, if so, in what form?
FORT MYERS Man wanted for armed robbery at Fort Myers convenience store Crime Stoppers is asking the public for help identifying an armed robber who held up a convenience store Saturday morning.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA WINK Neighborhood Watch: Rifles, inappropriate texts and Donut shop debacle This week’s segment of WINK Neighborhood Watch features a scary mall trip, an inappropriate coach, and a Dunkin Donuts assault.
The Weather Authority: Sunny Saturday with a nice breeze; fire danger increases Warm temperatures for your Saturday with a nice breeze into the afternoon.
NORTH NAPLES Senior Airman surprises cousin on Aubrey Rogers softball senior night Aubrey Rogers senior pitcher and infielder McKenzie Vargas was surprised by her Air Force cousin for Senior Night.
BONITA SPRINGS Police: 15-year-old injured after accidentally shot in the leg Lee County deputies say the teen was accidentally shot in the leg.
PUNTA GORDA Exclusive: Brother and best friend of accused pedophile priest speak out Riley’s brother reached out to WINK on Friday, saying people aren’t getting the full story.
IMMOKALEE Caught on video: Huge gator crosses Immokalee neighborhood Fridays in Florida are for gators
FORT MYERS Gone but not forgotten: Traveling Vietnam Memorial pays tribute to veterans A powerful symbol of honor and remembrance is standing proudly here in Southwest Florida. The Traveling Vietnam Memorial Wall is open to the public, a reminder of those we lost who served our country.
LEE COUNTY Two arrested for street racing in Lee County Two people have been arrested for street racing in Lee County according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
CAPE CORAL Boaters with rifles seen in Cape Coral canal On an average day, it’s pretty common to see people fishing or swimming in a canal. One neighbor in Cape Coral saw something unusual in his backyard Friday afternoon.
FORT MYERS Car flips, one sent to hospital after two car crash in Fort Myers A crash involving at least two vehicles sent one person to the hospital.
The Weather Authority: Clouds, sunshine, wind, and the possibility of a brief shower for your Sunday Clouds and occasional sunshine this Sunday. A few brief showers are possible late in the afternoon and this evening.
TALLAHASSEE (CBS) Governor DeSantis signs AI and vape bills Gov. Ron DeSantis on Friday signed 28 bills, including a measure requiring disclaimers on certain political ads created using artificial intelligence and a bill about regulation of vape products.
ESTERO Gold Star Golf Tournament honors fallen veteran Behind each putt and swing of a golf club at the Gold Star Golf Tournament is someone who knew John Wirka Junior.
NEW YORK (AP) How TikTok grew from a fun app for teens into a potential national security threat If it feels like TikTok has been around forever, that’s probably because it has, at least if you’re measuring via internet time. What’s now in question is whether it will be around much longer and, if so, in what form?
FORT MYERS Man wanted for armed robbery at Fort Myers convenience store Crime Stoppers is asking the public for help identifying an armed robber who held up a convenience store Saturday morning.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA WINK Neighborhood Watch: Rifles, inappropriate texts and Donut shop debacle This week’s segment of WINK Neighborhood Watch features a scary mall trip, an inappropriate coach, and a Dunkin Donuts assault.
The Weather Authority: Sunny Saturday with a nice breeze; fire danger increases Warm temperatures for your Saturday with a nice breeze into the afternoon.
NORTH NAPLES Senior Airman surprises cousin on Aubrey Rogers softball senior night Aubrey Rogers senior pitcher and infielder McKenzie Vargas was surprised by her Air Force cousin for Senior Night.
BONITA SPRINGS Police: 15-year-old injured after accidentally shot in the leg Lee County deputies say the teen was accidentally shot in the leg.
PUNTA GORDA Exclusive: Brother and best friend of accused pedophile priest speak out Riley’s brother reached out to WINK on Friday, saying people aren’t getting the full story.
IMMOKALEE Caught on video: Huge gator crosses Immokalee neighborhood Fridays in Florida are for gators
WINK NEWS Biden national press secretary talks campaign trail, focus on Florida There are 40 days until Election Day, and both presidential candidates are focused on Florida, as it plays a huge role in who will become the next president. We spoke to Joe Biden’s national press secretary recently, and he believes Floridians will vote on the issues. Press secretary TJ Ducklo said there’s lots of time […]
WINK NEWS President says he won’t meet with Florida judge on short list for Supreme Court A Miami source originally told WINK News that President Donald Trump was expected to meet with Florida Judge Barbara Lagoa, who is on the short list for the U.S. Supreme Court. Hours later, we were told that isn’t going to happen. BREAKING: My same Miami source tells me @POTUS told Judge Barbara Lagoa this evening […]
MIAMI (AP) Cuban-American judge from Florida on Trump high court list A daughter of Cuban exiles who has had a swift rise as a lawyer and judge is on President Donald Trump’s short list to replace Ruth Bader Ginsburg on the U.S. Supreme Court. The president said Monday that he does not personally know Barbara Lagoa, but praised her as “terrific.” Barely veiled was the fact […]
LEE COUNTY ‘Women for Trump’ tour visits Lee County Republican headquarters The “Women for Trump” tour bus rolled into town Friday. We had a crew at the Lee County Republican headquarters on Winkler Road when it showed up. The Trump campaign is confident it will win Southwest Florida in a big way, win Florida by just enough and win the White House by convincing the silent […]
WINK NEWS Canadian snowbirds on the fence about a winter return to SWFL In just days, travel restrictions expire for an area with a known affection for Southwest Florida, but there’s a divide at the border. Many Canadians are split on whether to return to Southwest Florida for the winter. Ruth Aspin and Jack Denneboom don’t know each other. Both of them live in Canada, and both of […]
WINK NEWS DeSantis maintained normal schedule ahead of Sally’s impact on Panhandle As the effects of Hurricane Sally began to slash the Panhandle on Tuesday, Gov. Ron DeSantis was attending an event at the White House. We reviewed the governor’s schedule for the days leading up to the storm. This was ahead of his news conference Wednesday afternoon. The days prior, DeSantis had not held a news […]
FORT MYERS Lee Health finances holding steady despite pandemic Lee Health is in pretty good shape considering the hard hit the hospital system took this year. The chief financial officer said the system could break even by the end of the year. Currently, the deficit is about $18 million. Five months ago, the deficit was $90 million. To save money, Lee Health created a […]
WINK NEWS Interview: Mayor Pete Buttigieg now fully supports Joe Biden for president Once competitors, now Mayor Pete Buttigieg fully supports Joe Biden for president. WINK News Reporter Morgan Rynor spoke with Buttigieg about what changed and his thoughts on the campaign in Florida. Watch the full interview in the video player above.
FORT MYERS More online shoppers targeted by scam texts The pending delivery message may look real: “We found a package for you.” Susan Kurtz woke up Sep. 3 to a text just like it. “It said ‘Final notice of a package’ that has been trying to be delivered to me since March 10, I think it said,” Kurtz said. “Yeah, some crazy date a […]
CAPE CORAL Woman accused of using ‘Lights for Layla, Inc.’ donations for personal expenses appears in court Randi Romanoff is accused of using funds donated in the name of eight-year-old Layla Aiken for her own personal gain. Many in SWFL donated to Lights for Layla, Inc. and while some of the money was given to Aiken’s family. However, much of the money was used to pay off Romanoff’s bills and buy items […]