Neighbors react to plans for new Amazon warehouse in Fort MyersCouncilman Johnny Streets retires after nearly 20 years of service
FORT MYERS Neighbors react to plans for new Amazon warehouse in Fort Myers Amazon will soon have the largest building in Southwest Florida.
FORT MYERS Councilman Johnny Streets retires after nearly 20 years of service After nearly two decades of service, Fort Myers City Councilman Johnny Streets is retiring.
Local human trafficking survivor speaks out It’s a question many of us think we know the answer to: What is human trafficking? A Collier County woman told WINK her definition changed after she survived it.
PORT CHARLOTTE 8 illegal immigrants arrested in Charlotte County Eight people have been arrested in Port Charlotte for being in the country illegally.
Sheriff’s Office: Teen victim knew suspect in deadly Collier County shooting There is new information on the deadly shooting late Saturday of a teenage girl in Collier County.
FORT MYERS Inauguration ceremony for Lee Board of County Commissioners Lee County held an inauguration ceremony for a newly appointed county commissioner and two incumbents.
FGCU FGCU volleyball prepares to defend ASUN Tournament title FGCU volleyball looks to secure its fourth straight ASUN Tournament title this week and secure a spot in the NCAA Tournament.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers city leaders sworn in On Tuesday night, the City of Fort Myers swore in newly elected councilmember Diana Giraldo, who will take over Ward 2 for the next four years.
FORT MYERS Thomas Golisano pledges $85M to SWFL non-profits Christmas came early for non-profit foundations and agencies across Southwest Florida, thanks to Thomas Galisano.
MARCO ISLAND Marco Island City Council vacancy application period extended Marco Island City Council members have voted to extend the application period for people interested in filling a vacant seat on the council.
Man tells troopers he fell asleep before fatal Alligator Alley crash at mile marker 72 A 37-year-old man has been arrested after his involvement in a deadly crash that killed one person and injured another.
Endangered Florida panther killed by vehicle on I-75 in Lee County; 29th death in 2024 Another endangered Florida panther has been slain by a vehicle, this time on Interstate 75 in Lee County, marking the 29th death of 2024.
Officials approve roadway repavement in Lehigh Acres and Bonita Springs On Tuesday, the Lee Board of County Commissioners continued its commitment to countywide infrastructure by awarding a $1.7 million contract to pave 25.1 lane miles in northern Lehigh Acres.
Lee County commissioners allocate $5.9M for weather damaged homes The Lee County Commissioners approved allocating state funding to assist households damaged by natural disasters.
LEE COUNTY Lee Commissioners approve purchase of 5 acres in CREW for Conservation 20/20 The Lee Board of County Commissioners voted Tuesday to acquire a 5-acre parcel in southeast Lee County for the Conservation 20/20 program.
FORT MYERS Neighbors react to plans for new Amazon warehouse in Fort Myers Amazon will soon have the largest building in Southwest Florida.
FORT MYERS Councilman Johnny Streets retires after nearly 20 years of service After nearly two decades of service, Fort Myers City Councilman Johnny Streets is retiring.
Local human trafficking survivor speaks out It’s a question many of us think we know the answer to: What is human trafficking? A Collier County woman told WINK her definition changed after she survived it.
PORT CHARLOTTE 8 illegal immigrants arrested in Charlotte County Eight people have been arrested in Port Charlotte for being in the country illegally.
Sheriff’s Office: Teen victim knew suspect in deadly Collier County shooting There is new information on the deadly shooting late Saturday of a teenage girl in Collier County.
FORT MYERS Inauguration ceremony for Lee Board of County Commissioners Lee County held an inauguration ceremony for a newly appointed county commissioner and two incumbents.
FGCU FGCU volleyball prepares to defend ASUN Tournament title FGCU volleyball looks to secure its fourth straight ASUN Tournament title this week and secure a spot in the NCAA Tournament.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers city leaders sworn in On Tuesday night, the City of Fort Myers swore in newly elected councilmember Diana Giraldo, who will take over Ward 2 for the next four years.
FORT MYERS Thomas Golisano pledges $85M to SWFL non-profits Christmas came early for non-profit foundations and agencies across Southwest Florida, thanks to Thomas Galisano.
MARCO ISLAND Marco Island City Council vacancy application period extended Marco Island City Council members have voted to extend the application period for people interested in filling a vacant seat on the council.
Man tells troopers he fell asleep before fatal Alligator Alley crash at mile marker 72 A 37-year-old man has been arrested after his involvement in a deadly crash that killed one person and injured another.
Endangered Florida panther killed by vehicle on I-75 in Lee County; 29th death in 2024 Another endangered Florida panther has been slain by a vehicle, this time on Interstate 75 in Lee County, marking the 29th death of 2024.
Officials approve roadway repavement in Lehigh Acres and Bonita Springs On Tuesday, the Lee Board of County Commissioners continued its commitment to countywide infrastructure by awarding a $1.7 million contract to pave 25.1 lane miles in northern Lehigh Acres.
Lee County commissioners allocate $5.9M for weather damaged homes The Lee County Commissioners approved allocating state funding to assist households damaged by natural disasters.
LEE COUNTY Lee Commissioners approve purchase of 5 acres in CREW for Conservation 20/20 The Lee Board of County Commissioners voted Tuesday to acquire a 5-acre parcel in southeast Lee County for the Conservation 20/20 program.
SOUTH FORT MYERS Driver in McGregor Blvd hit-and-run crash kills 63-year-old woman The latest victims of a hit-and-run crash are Anita Kate Johnson and her dog, Diva, in south Fort Myers on Wednesday evening. The victim’s boyfriend, Phish Ross, said Diva, her dog, did not leave Johnson’s side even in their final moments. “The dog is usually on a leash,” Ross said. “I asked the trooper if […]
DOWNTOWN NAPLES Police arrest Fort Myers man for DUI, leaving the scene of a crash Video shows a driver in a red Jeep on Tuesday as he comes speeding around a corner and his car flips over. The driver is okay, but what the suspect does next will surprise you. The suspect, Jacob Calvian Eisenhauer, 28, faces charges of DUI Under Influence Alcohol or Chemical Substance Faculties Impaired, DUI Causes […]
FORT MYERS New video shows suspect steal car at RSW with a child, mother inside New video shows a suspect in a carjacking at Southwest Florida International Airport on Monday at the moment when he stole a vehicle with a child inside. The mom jumps back in the car to save the child while the grandfather hangs on for dear life. The suspect, Addi Tawfiq Maqableh, 36, faces several charges. […]
LEE COUNTY Former senator opines on fairness ahead of president’s impeachment trial Chief Justice John Roberts did the honors swearing in the 100 senators who will serve as the jury in the trial of President Donald Trump starting on Tuesday. But, 21-years ago, former President Bill Clinton sat in the same hot seat. Now, a former senator who strongly considered voting against his political party is taking […]
FORT MYERS Zuke the court dog brings smiles, comforts when you need it most When the State Attorney’s Office calls, Zuke comes running to the rescue. Zuke, or Zuke Vaughn Augustine, is a German Shepherd therapy dog. Court can be stressful for many, and his job is to comfort you during your most vulnerable moments while you’re there. Last week, Zuke comforted the three victims who accused a former […]
LEE COUNTY Suspect has $100K bail set in hit-and-run death of Allana Staiano The woman accused of fatally striking 14-year-old Allana Staiano with her car in the Suncoast Estates, then fleeing the scene was in court Wednesday morning and was granted a $100,000 bond to get out of jail. Courtney Gainey, 23 years old, surrendered herself on Tuesday afternoon to members of the U.S. Marshals Fugitive Warrants Task […]
LEE COUNTY Suspect arrested in hit-and-run crash that killed a 14-year-old girl Two young girls were hit by a car on Saturday and sadly, only one has survived. On Tuesday, for the first time, we are hearing from Taylor Stewart, 15 years old, about what happened the day a driver plowed her and her best friend down in Lee County – then took off. Allana Staiano, 14 […]
NORTH FORT MYERS Suspect wanted in North Fort Myers hit-and-run that killed 14-year-old Investigators want the public’s help to track down the suspect in a hit-and-run crash that killed one teenager and injured another in Lee County over the weekend. SWFL Crime Stoppers says, Saturday, suspect Courtney Gainey, 23, is accused of leaving the scene of a crash after hitting and killing 14-year-old Allana Staiano in the Suncoast […]
LEE COUNTY Day 3: Jury finds Cape Coral ex-nurse guilty of raping patient A jury in Lee County has found ex-nurse Jeovanni Hechavarria guilty of sexual battery after being accused of raping a patient at Cape Coral Hospital. BREAKING: Guilty of sexual battery! @winknews — Morgan Rynor (@Morgan_Rynor) January 10, 2020 ________________________________________________________________________ Friday marked the third day of trial in the case of Hechavarria, who is accused of […]
LEE COUNTY Day 2: Defense’s request for mistrial denied in case of Cape Coral ex-nurse accused of rape It was quite the eventful start to the second day of trial for Jeovanni Hildebrand Hechavarria, an ex-nurse accused of raping three patients at Cape Coral Hospital. Both the State and the defense made requests Thursday morning, which was met with much-heated discussion. The State requested that the definition of “physically helpless” be amended for […]