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FORT MYERS Shooting investigation underway at Casa Blanca in Lee County According to the Lee County Sheriff’s Office, an active shooting investigation is underway at the Casa Blanca restaurant in southern Lee County.
Southwest Florida Sports: Top storylines to watch in 2025 The sports scene in Southwest Florida blew up in 2024, and in 2025 we expect it to keep growing.
FORT MYERS BEACH Fog stole the Fort Myers Beach New Year’s Eve fireworks show The fog on Tuesday night put a damper on some of our New Year’s Eve celebrations, including the Fort Myers Beach fireworks.
NAPLES Keeping high school athletes in shape High school athletes push their limits to win games, but staying in top shape is crucial.
FORT MYERS 2 SWFL locals confirmed injured in New Orleans attack Two 19-year-old women from Fort Myers were among those injured when a man intentionally drove a truck into a crowd in New Orleans, killing 15 others.
Most Wanted Wednesday: SWFL Crime Stoppers highlight success in 2024 Each Wednesday, Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers partners with WINK News to spotlight some of the region’s most wanted individuals.
SOUTH FORT MYERS Empowering students with support needs at De Lasalle Academy in South Fort Myers At De Lasalle Academy in South Fort Myers, kids with support needs are empowered to reach their full potential with tailored support and innovative teaching.
ENGLEWOOD Englewood looks towards recovery going into 2025 after getting hit with back-to-back storms Looking to build back strong and better in the new year. Two powerful storms hit the Englewood community back to back in 2024.
NAPLES Plane carrying 4 crashes at Naples Airport Officials are investigating why a plane containing four people crashed at the Naples Airport.
IMMOKALEE 5th annual Rockabillaque Florida to take place at Seminole Casino Hotel in Immokalee Get ready for the fifth annual Rockabillaque Florida at the Seminole Casino Hotel in Immokalee, a mid-century celebration with a modern-day twist.
FORT MYERS South Seas job fair to take place at Ranch Concert Hall and Saloon Are you looking for work? Well, next week, South Seas on Captiva Island is holding a two-day interactive job fair.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral residents urged to conserve water amid shortage The Mid-Hawthorn Aquifer, one of Cape Coral’s primary water sources, is critically low, resulting in a water shortage in the northern parts of the city.
Driver ejected in fatal 3-vehicle crash in Lee County The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating a three-vehicle crash in Lee County, where a driver was ejected from his seat and killed.
CBS News Here’s what’s open and closed on New Year’s Day 2025 The new year, 2025, is upon us. While banks, post offices and major stock exchanges are closed on New Year’s Day, which is a federal holiday, you’ll find that many retailers will be open, although hours may be limited.
the weather authority Slightly above-average temps this Wednesday The Weather Authority is tracking dense fog this Wednesday morning, then slightly above-average afternoon temperatures.
FORT MYERS Shooting investigation underway at Casa Blanca in Lee County According to the Lee County Sheriff’s Office, an active shooting investigation is underway at the Casa Blanca restaurant in southern Lee County.
Southwest Florida Sports: Top storylines to watch in 2025 The sports scene in Southwest Florida blew up in 2024, and in 2025 we expect it to keep growing.
FORT MYERS BEACH Fog stole the Fort Myers Beach New Year’s Eve fireworks show The fog on Tuesday night put a damper on some of our New Year’s Eve celebrations, including the Fort Myers Beach fireworks.
NAPLES Keeping high school athletes in shape High school athletes push their limits to win games, but staying in top shape is crucial.
FORT MYERS 2 SWFL locals confirmed injured in New Orleans attack Two 19-year-old women from Fort Myers were among those injured when a man intentionally drove a truck into a crowd in New Orleans, killing 15 others.
Most Wanted Wednesday: SWFL Crime Stoppers highlight success in 2024 Each Wednesday, Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers partners with WINK News to spotlight some of the region’s most wanted individuals.
SOUTH FORT MYERS Empowering students with support needs at De Lasalle Academy in South Fort Myers At De Lasalle Academy in South Fort Myers, kids with support needs are empowered to reach their full potential with tailored support and innovative teaching.
ENGLEWOOD Englewood looks towards recovery going into 2025 after getting hit with back-to-back storms Looking to build back strong and better in the new year. Two powerful storms hit the Englewood community back to back in 2024.
NAPLES Plane carrying 4 crashes at Naples Airport Officials are investigating why a plane containing four people crashed at the Naples Airport.
IMMOKALEE 5th annual Rockabillaque Florida to take place at Seminole Casino Hotel in Immokalee Get ready for the fifth annual Rockabillaque Florida at the Seminole Casino Hotel in Immokalee, a mid-century celebration with a modern-day twist.
FORT MYERS South Seas job fair to take place at Ranch Concert Hall and Saloon Are you looking for work? Well, next week, South Seas on Captiva Island is holding a two-day interactive job fair.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral residents urged to conserve water amid shortage The Mid-Hawthorn Aquifer, one of Cape Coral’s primary water sources, is critically low, resulting in a water shortage in the northern parts of the city.
Driver ejected in fatal 3-vehicle crash in Lee County The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating a three-vehicle crash in Lee County, where a driver was ejected from his seat and killed.
CBS News Here’s what’s open and closed on New Year’s Day 2025 The new year, 2025, is upon us. While banks, post offices and major stock exchanges are closed on New Year’s Day, which is a federal holiday, you’ll find that many retailers will be open, although hours may be limited.
the weather authority Slightly above-average temps this Wednesday The Weather Authority is tracking dense fog this Wednesday morning, then slightly above-average afternoon temperatures.
COLLIER COUNTY ‘There was some deception involved:’ Man arrested in Lely hit-and-run tried to blame his brother for the crash A hit-and-run crash last week left a 14-year-old boy in the hospital and landed one man arrested. Now, investigators say the suspect tried to pass the buck by blaming his brother. “The defendant has lied to me on every question.” That’s part of the wording from Juan Pablo Alvizurez Giron’s arrest report. “In this case, […]
COLLIER COUNTY Arrest made in Collier County hit-and-run that critically injured teen The driver who troopers say struck a teen and left the scene in Collier County last week has been arrested. Juan Pablo Alvizurez Giron, 46, of Naples was arrested Wednesday for leaving the scene of a crash involving serious bodily injury, a felony charge. He was transported to Collier County Jail and was later released […]
LELY Family of 14-year-old hit-and-run victim wants justice as son recovers A hit-and-run driver is still out on the streets after hitting a 14-year-old boy, leaving him in the middle of the road in critical condition. The crash happened on US-41 at Whistlers Cove Boulevard, just before 7 a.m. on Thursday. Days later, Jamesly Malande is proven to be a fighter after several surgeries. Right now, […]
LELY Crime Stoppers needs your help finding the driver who hit a teen in Lely Thursday morning just before sunrise, a driver hit a 14-year-old boy at the intersection of Southwest Boulevard and U.S. 41 and fled the scene. SWFL Crime Stoppers is now asking for any information you may have about the crash. It’s been more than 30 hours since the incident but Florida Highway Patrol still has no […]
NAPLES Naples City Council denies request for additional accommodations for veterans at Alpha House The battle for Naples City Council to allow more veterans into Alpha House is over for now after hours and hours of disputes and discussions. The Wounded Warriors of Collier County is now turning to the community to help homeless veterans. “If the communities don’t come together and help these veterans, they will fail,” said […]
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) Florida announces it will lift ban on nursing home visits Gov. Ron DeSantis announced Tuesday that he will lift the state’s ban on visiting nursing homes that has cut off vulnerable seniors from family since mid-March over fears of spreading the new coronavirus. With his voice cracking at times, he wondered aloud if his actions might have contributed to suffering in his state. At one […]
COLLIER COUNTY Collier schools, parents wrestle with virtual learning tech as students return to class Virtual students in Collier County have had to work around technical difficulties going into this unconventional school year. While more than half of Collier public school students walked back into the classroom this morning, home became the classroom for many others. Olivia Angeles’ two children, preschooler Sofia, and fourth-grader Liam, got off to a smooth […]
COLLIER COUNTY New families in Collier County face issues getting kids registered for school As Southwest Florida schools prepare to open their doors safely next week, new families in Collier County are facing another issue. “Well, besides frustrated, I feel sad for my little guy,” said Cheryl Brown. It’s three days before the start of school and Brown doesn’t know if the district will allow her grandson Tristan to […]
FORT LAUDERDALE (AP) Sheriff: Missing dad of Bengals player is safe, in good health The missing father of Cincinnati Bengals cornerback Mackensie Alexander turned up early Thursday at a ranger station at a Florida state park, sheriff’s officials said. Jean Alexandre, 65, was reported to be in good health and will be reunited with this family, the Okeechobee County Sheriff’s Office said in a Twitter post Thursday morning. He walked up […]
COLLIER COUNTY Parents petition schools to allow attendance at games No fans are allowed at high school sporting in Collier County this year. Two moms want to change that. They started a petition to encourage Collier County Public Schools to allow fans at games. Football moms Courtney Haas and Jessica Vanston have cheered on their sons RJ Williams and Wyatt Vanston on the field since […]