Pedestrian killed in crash on Ortiz Ave in Fort MyersVictim in Collier house party shooting identified, killer still at large
Pedestrian killed in crash on Ortiz Ave in Fort Myers Authorities are investigating a crash that killed a pedestrian Monday night in Fort Myers.
Victim in Collier house party shooting identified, killer still at large WINK News is learning the victim of a fatal house party shooting was a Collier County public school student.
ESTERO Hello Kitty Café truck coming to Estero Calling all Sanrio fans! The Hello Kitty Cafe truck will make its way to Estero in December.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral residents react as Tropicana Park construction starts Crews broke ground at Tropicana Park in Cape Coral on Monday, the first step toward the park’s future.
Body camera footage released of deputy involved crash A driver not paying attention to the road slams into several deputy patrol cars.
PUNTA GORDA Tow company denies access to boat owner after Hurricane Milton A woman’s boat sank during Hurricane Milton while she was in Michigan, but the company allegedly will not let her collect her belongings.
CAPE CORAL New billboard asks for help in solving Cape Coral cold case A new billboard towering over a busy Cape Coral intersection asks for your help in solving a 10 year old cold case.
FORT MYERS BEACH FEMA’s deadline forces tough choices for Fort Myers Beach businesses FEMA’s deadline is Monday for temporary structures like shipping containers or trailers to get off the island.
NAPLES Naples tops the U.S. News & World Report list for places to retire in 2025 at number 1 spot If you could pick a place to retire, what city would you choose?
What are the impacts to southwest Florida if the U.S. Department of Education gets eliminated? A lot of changes are in store when President-elect Donald Trump takes office in January. One of those changes is the possible dismantlement of the U.S. Department of Education.
Southwest Florida International Airport How is Spirit’s bankruptcy announcement affecting RSW travelers? Spirit Airlines is heading to bankruptcy court right as we head into the busy holiday travel season, so how would this impact Southwest Florida travelers?
Ultrasound technology shows promise for pain and depression treatment Chronic pain and treatment-resistant depression — both impact millions of people, both can be debilitating and both can leave people feeling hopeless.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral Fire Department launches annual toy drive The Cape Coral Fire Department is collecting toys and gifts for children in need this holiday season.
Bruno’s of Brooklyn opens new downtown Fort Myers location The new Bruno’s of Brooklyn Italian Eatery opens the evening of Nov. 18 at 2149 First St. in Fort Myers.
FORT MYERS BEACH FEMA deadline looms for Lee County: flood insurance discounts at risk FEMA will soon announce whether homeowners in five different areas of Lee County will keep that 25% discount on their flood insurance policies long term.
Pedestrian killed in crash on Ortiz Ave in Fort Myers Authorities are investigating a crash that killed a pedestrian Monday night in Fort Myers.
Victim in Collier house party shooting identified, killer still at large WINK News is learning the victim of a fatal house party shooting was a Collier County public school student.
ESTERO Hello Kitty Café truck coming to Estero Calling all Sanrio fans! The Hello Kitty Cafe truck will make its way to Estero in December.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral residents react as Tropicana Park construction starts Crews broke ground at Tropicana Park in Cape Coral on Monday, the first step toward the park’s future.
Body camera footage released of deputy involved crash A driver not paying attention to the road slams into several deputy patrol cars.
PUNTA GORDA Tow company denies access to boat owner after Hurricane Milton A woman’s boat sank during Hurricane Milton while she was in Michigan, but the company allegedly will not let her collect her belongings.
CAPE CORAL New billboard asks for help in solving Cape Coral cold case A new billboard towering over a busy Cape Coral intersection asks for your help in solving a 10 year old cold case.
FORT MYERS BEACH FEMA’s deadline forces tough choices for Fort Myers Beach businesses FEMA’s deadline is Monday for temporary structures like shipping containers or trailers to get off the island.
NAPLES Naples tops the U.S. News & World Report list for places to retire in 2025 at number 1 spot If you could pick a place to retire, what city would you choose?
What are the impacts to southwest Florida if the U.S. Department of Education gets eliminated? A lot of changes are in store when President-elect Donald Trump takes office in January. One of those changes is the possible dismantlement of the U.S. Department of Education.
Southwest Florida International Airport How is Spirit’s bankruptcy announcement affecting RSW travelers? Spirit Airlines is heading to bankruptcy court right as we head into the busy holiday travel season, so how would this impact Southwest Florida travelers?
Ultrasound technology shows promise for pain and depression treatment Chronic pain and treatment-resistant depression — both impact millions of people, both can be debilitating and both can leave people feeling hopeless.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral Fire Department launches annual toy drive The Cape Coral Fire Department is collecting toys and gifts for children in need this holiday season.
Bruno’s of Brooklyn opens new downtown Fort Myers location The new Bruno’s of Brooklyn Italian Eatery opens the evening of Nov. 18 at 2149 First St. in Fort Myers.
FORT MYERS BEACH FEMA deadline looms for Lee County: flood insurance discounts at risk FEMA will soon announce whether homeowners in five different areas of Lee County will keep that 25% discount on their flood insurance policies long term.
LEE COUNTY Lee Health CEO says system glitch resolved after COVID-19 data failed to go to FDOH Lee Health confirms Friday it under reported numbers for coronavirus data after a system failure between it and Florida Department of Health in Lee County this week. This means there will be a spike in numbers reported for COVID-19 cases and deaths in Lee County. Lee Health does in-house testing for the coronavirus. “All test […]
WINK NEWS SWFL family faces added obstacles without car to get to food pantries As the coronavirus pandemic continues, many families don’t know where their next meal is coming from, as they are faced with food insecurity. Statewide, people out of work line up for food donations. Cars can be seen stretching for miles in some parts of Florida with community members waiting for food. Although these food drives […]
LEHIGH ACRES Community helping Lehigh Acres teacher, family after house fire A Lehigh Acres family of six is safe today after a fire tore through their home, but they’re dealing with the loss of many of their belongings. The fire caused extensive damage to the garage and a truck in the driveway. A restoration company at the Damen Street home on Tuesday said the house is […]
NAPLES Naples man recovered from coronavirus helps scientists take steps toward saving lives One Naples man recovered from the coronavirus. Now, he’s hoping he can help someone else do the same by donating his plasma. Scientists believe antibodies in our plasma can tell us who’s been exposed to COVID-19 and who has immunity from the virus. Now, they just have to prove it. Charles McDonald just might help […]
ESTERO Reports: Estero-based Hertz could face bankruptcy Hertz, one of Southwest Florida’s larger employers, saw its stock price fall nearly a dollar Thursday to finish at $4.93 a share. A year ago, Hertz sold for nearly $21 a share. The New York Post and others warned on Thursday that the Estero-based rental car giant could be on the verge of bankruptcy if […]
LEE COUNTY Millions of federal dollars to help SWFL Int’l, Punta Gorda airports Airports empty, airlines in critical condition, people told to stay home – and now, a sudden jolt of adrenaline: millions of dollars in cash. The federal government is making an investment it believes will pay off now and when the country reopens, promising millions of dollars to airports and airlines. Punta Gorda Airport’s lifeline is […]
WINK NEWS FDOH acknowledges private labs not included in pending state COVID-19 test counts The state admits more than 1,000 people in Florida are waiting to learn if they have the coronavirus. Gov. Ron DeSantis talks about transparency during his daily briefings and praises the Florida Department of Health for providing new COVID-19 numbers every day. But the number only includes pending tests done by the health department and […]
COLLIER COUNTY SWFL congressman recovers from COVID-19, looks at stopping spread One high-profile patient is helping us learn about COVID-19 as a medical condition. And he also happens to represent part of our region in Congress. One minute, U.S. Rep. Mario Diaz-Balart (R-FL) felt as healthy as a horse. Then, things changed quickly. “It was as if a ton of bricks had just landed on my […]
Home health nurses seeing shortages of protective gear Federal officials say hospitals across the country are reporting shortages of protective equipment for nurses, but what about home health nurses? One Southwest Florida woman said she’s really struggling to protect herself while also protecting the seniors she cares for. Cynthia Williams’ entire career has been dedicated to helping others. She was a paramedic, EMT, […]
LEE COUNTY Survey: SWFL’s small businesses feeling major impact from pandemic Florida Gulf Coast University surveyed Southwest Florida businesses in March to help determine the local impacts COVID-19 has had on the community. About 950 executives in Charlotte, Lee and Collier counties completed the survey, which allows company leaders to voice their concerns on the pandemic, and to track the progress the community makes through the […]