What we learned about Cape Coral’s water crisis after a ride alongThe Weather Authority: A wet Saturday evening as storms move through Southwest Florida
CAPE CORAL What we learned about Cape Coral’s water crisis after a ride along On Friday, WINK News got to ride along to see just what people are doing that could be wasting water.
The Weather Authority: A wet Saturday evening as storms move through Southwest Florida A rainy Saturday evening across much of southwest Florida.
FORT MYERS Lee Health Touch-A-Truck event educates families on Trauma Awareness On Saturday morning, sirens were ringing to celebrate Lee Health Trauma Center’s 30 years of service and to provide the public with trauma education and prevention methods.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA (CBS) CDC says bird flu viruses “pose pandemic potential,” cites major knowledge gaps Bird flu continues to appear to pose a “low risk to the general public” for now, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says. But the agency’s scientists ran into roadblocks investigating a human case of this “pandemic potential” virus this year, they said in a new report.
DOWNTOWN FORT MYERS Bay Street Yard set to open in late May A new place to hang out in Downtown Fort Myers is opening this spring.
Aetna agrees to settle lawsuit over fertility coverage for LGBTQ+ customers Aetna has agreed to settle a lawsuit that accused the health insurer of discriminating against LGBTQ+ customers in need of fertility treatment.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA WINK Neighborhood Watch: Robbery, Pawn Shops, and Child Porn This week’s segment of Wink Neighborhood Watch features an armed robber, fraud at a pawn shop, and possession of child pornography.
Southwest Florida The Weather Authority: Sun, clouds, humidity, rain – it’s all in your weekend forecast Saturday afternoon will be hot and humid, with a mix of sun and clouds.
LEHIGH ACRES Chaotic lake getting fence and security Now, with all the negative attention it has gotten, some think putting up a fence is a great way to keep that bad activity out.
FORT MYERS Students affected by COVID-19 able to graduate for the first time For many young people, COVID stripped away one of their greatest rites of passage: graduation.
Deadly crash on State Road 29 in Hendry County Authorities are at the scene of a deadly crash on State Road 29 in Hendry County on Friday afternoon.
Celebrating Free Comic Book Day in SWFL JP Sports store manager Jonathan Powell said this is a generational event that brings families together to reminisce on comics and other hobby-related knickknacks.
FORT MYERS Group rescues dogs before getting put down in Lee County Our animal shelters are packed with amazing puppies who have the sole desire to be loved.
FORT MYERS FGCU student beats all odds and is able to graduate Nearly four years ago, Marisa Manning had her heart set on going to Florida Gulf Coast University but never thought she’d find her passion for studying parasites.
FORT MYERS Victim in MLK Blvd. shooting identified as social media influencer The victim of the Martin Luther King Boulevard shooting has been identified as a local social media influencer.
CAPE CORAL What we learned about Cape Coral’s water crisis after a ride along On Friday, WINK News got to ride along to see just what people are doing that could be wasting water.
The Weather Authority: A wet Saturday evening as storms move through Southwest Florida A rainy Saturday evening across much of southwest Florida.
FORT MYERS Lee Health Touch-A-Truck event educates families on Trauma Awareness On Saturday morning, sirens were ringing to celebrate Lee Health Trauma Center’s 30 years of service and to provide the public with trauma education and prevention methods.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA (CBS) CDC says bird flu viruses “pose pandemic potential,” cites major knowledge gaps Bird flu continues to appear to pose a “low risk to the general public” for now, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says. But the agency’s scientists ran into roadblocks investigating a human case of this “pandemic potential” virus this year, they said in a new report.
DOWNTOWN FORT MYERS Bay Street Yard set to open in late May A new place to hang out in Downtown Fort Myers is opening this spring.
Aetna agrees to settle lawsuit over fertility coverage for LGBTQ+ customers Aetna has agreed to settle a lawsuit that accused the health insurer of discriminating against LGBTQ+ customers in need of fertility treatment.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA WINK Neighborhood Watch: Robbery, Pawn Shops, and Child Porn This week’s segment of Wink Neighborhood Watch features an armed robber, fraud at a pawn shop, and possession of child pornography.
Southwest Florida The Weather Authority: Sun, clouds, humidity, rain – it’s all in your weekend forecast Saturday afternoon will be hot and humid, with a mix of sun and clouds.
LEHIGH ACRES Chaotic lake getting fence and security Now, with all the negative attention it has gotten, some think putting up a fence is a great way to keep that bad activity out.
FORT MYERS Students affected by COVID-19 able to graduate for the first time For many young people, COVID stripped away one of their greatest rites of passage: graduation.
Deadly crash on State Road 29 in Hendry County Authorities are at the scene of a deadly crash on State Road 29 in Hendry County on Friday afternoon.
Celebrating Free Comic Book Day in SWFL JP Sports store manager Jonathan Powell said this is a generational event that brings families together to reminisce on comics and other hobby-related knickknacks.
FORT MYERS Group rescues dogs before getting put down in Lee County Our animal shelters are packed with amazing puppies who have the sole desire to be loved.
FORT MYERS FGCU student beats all odds and is able to graduate Nearly four years ago, Marisa Manning had her heart set on going to Florida Gulf Coast University but never thought she’d find her passion for studying parasites.
FORT MYERS Victim in MLK Blvd. shooting identified as social media influencer The victim of the Martin Luther King Boulevard shooting has been identified as a local social media influencer.
CAPE CORAL Recent bus stop child snatching attempts perturb parents We asked parents why they are picking up their children from school instead of letting them take the bus. “It can be impossible sometimes, but we have to do it,” said Lisa Anderson, a parent. “It’s just not worth it to take any chances.” A father, who requested anonymity, said he has never let his […]
BONITA SPRINGS Law enforcement raid offices of Bruno Total Home Performance A Bonita Springs air conditioning company had their office raided by law enforcement Tuesday morning. Annie Carini said when she thinks about her experience with Bruno Air, which is a subsidiary of Bruno Total Home Performance, it brings her to tears. She claims the company convinced her she needed a new air conditioning system. “He […]
CAPE CORAL Suspicious packages leads LCSO to a 35 pound marijuana drug bust Thirty-five pounds of marijuana confiscated from Jason and Karea Smith. But it does not stop there. Cape Coral Police said they found edibles, mushrooms, THC oil and wax, along with other paraphernalia. Cole Fergen lives around the corner from the Smith’s home and is happy the joint effort with Lee County, Cape Coral Police and […]
FORT MYERS ‘Dress for Success Southwest Florida’ founder Barbara Dell remembered Friends and loved ones are remembering a woman who spent years helping other women find jobs. There are many success stories thanks to Barbara Dell, founder of Dress for Success Southwest Florida. The 66-year-old Dell recently lost her battle with cancer. Five years ago Kara Bernier opened up a local newspaper and saw an ad […]
NORTH PORT Woman flees DUI checkpoint, crashes into utility pole Police said Letizcia Bell tried to dodge a DUI check on New Year’s Eve and ended up in a crash. “I heard tires screeching,” Robert Sporillo said, a North Port resident. “But I didn’t think nothing of it because this street they race up and down all of the time.” The high-speed chase started in North […]
NORTH FORT MYERS Death investigation underway in North Fort Myers Lee County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a suspicious death on the 2000 block of North Second Street in North Fort Myers, LCSO said. Major Crimes Detectives with LCSO responded to the scene around 3:30 p.m. Wednesday. LCSO says the scene is secure and there is no threat to the public. Trust WINK News to provide […]
LEHIGH ACRES Neighbors distraught after a body is found in a nearby creek Neighbors are waiting for answers after investigators say they pulled a body out of a Bonita Springs canal, between Parkway and Terry Street, on Christmas day. Investigators say they pulled the body from Leitner Creek that runs under Terry St. into the Imperial river. Officials have not released much information about what they are calling […]
GOLDEN GATES ESTATES When a bear rings his doorbell a homeowner tries to scare it away This isn’t your typical porch pirate. In Collier County, a bear comes to the door and rings a family’s doorbell. Needless to say, the neighbors were in disbelief. “Coming up and ringing the doorbell,” Donna Scudder said, a neighbor. “Huh? I guess they’re looking for friends!” A big furry friend found in an unlikely way. A […]
FORT MYERS Golisano Children’s Hospital gets new ambulance Santa made a special appearance at Golisano Children’s Hospital Tuesday to bring presents to kids when they need it most. But that wasn’t all that Santa brought to the hospital. He also helped the hospital staff welcome a 4th ambulance to their fleet: A much-needed truck that could help save kids’ lives. “So this ambulance is […]
MARCO ISLAND Teacher will use grant money to help Hurricane Irma classroom victims Creeping through the hallway and flooding this classroom, all to surprise Jody McCarty. McCarty is one of the five STEM teachers in Collier County, who got the surprise visit from Linda Sapakie, a local woman and her husband looking to give back. “I know teacher don’t make a lot, I know they spend their own […]