CAPE CORAL Truck submerged in Cape Coral canal Authorities are responding to a crash investigation after a truck became submerged in a Cape Coral canal.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA WINK Neighborhood Watch: Fraud, Pedophilia and Sexual Battery This week’s segment of WINK Neighborhood Watch features a ballet bamboozle, a sting operation and sexual assault.
Southwest Florida The Weather Authority: Mostly sunny skies and above-average heat Most of Southwest Florida will be rain-free, hot, and sunny today.
FORT MYERS Bay Street Yard opens for Memorial Day weekend On Saturday, the new business opened its doors to the public.
FORT LAUDERDALE (AP) Rapper Sean Kingston and his mother stole more than $1 million through fraud, authorities say Rapper Sean Kingston and his mother stole more than $1 million through fraud, authorities say
PORT CHARLOTTE CCSO: 2-year-old boy shot in the hand by 4-year-old Charlotte County Fire-EMS said they treated the two-year-old boy, who had a gunshot injury to the hand.
NCAA, Power Five approve settlement sets stage for schools to pay players NCAA and Power Five conferences agree on settlement that will allow schools to pay student athletes and share revenue.
FORT MYERS Placing flags to honor the fallen on Memorial Day weekend This weekend is much more than just a backyard barbecue and some time off work. It allows us to remember our nation’s heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom.
SANIBEL The beach is back on Sanibel and Captiva for Memorial Day weekend Businesses on Sanibel and Captiva told WINK News they’re ready for the wave of tourism.
The Weather Authority: Here’s what to expect for your Memorial Day weekend Hot and humid weather for your holiday weekend. The UV index will be an 11!
WINK NEWS Honoring fallen soldiers at Memorial Day events across Southwest Florida Memorial Day, a day of remembrance for those who have died in the military, honors those who have served in the armed forces.
LEHIGH ACRES Lehigh Acres neighbor accuses construction company of mistakenly tearing up lot Along 27th Street West in Lehigh Acres, neighbors knew it was only a matter of time before the lots next to them were developed.
FORT MYERS ECS softball celebrates first state championship Evangelical Christian School honors state champion softball team with parade on campus.
SANIBEL Sanibel hosts annual hurricane seminar to prepare for upcoming season With a very active Atlantic hurricane season ahead, they’re not taking anything for granted.
Teen’s killer out of jail after 8 months A teenager charged with manslaughter after accidentally shooting and killing his girlfriend is now out of jail after serving less than a year.
CAPE CORAL Truck submerged in Cape Coral canal Authorities are responding to a crash investigation after a truck became submerged in a Cape Coral canal.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA WINK Neighborhood Watch: Fraud, Pedophilia and Sexual Battery This week’s segment of WINK Neighborhood Watch features a ballet bamboozle, a sting operation and sexual assault.
Southwest Florida The Weather Authority: Mostly sunny skies and above-average heat Most of Southwest Florida will be rain-free, hot, and sunny today.
FORT MYERS Bay Street Yard opens for Memorial Day weekend On Saturday, the new business opened its doors to the public.
FORT LAUDERDALE (AP) Rapper Sean Kingston and his mother stole more than $1 million through fraud, authorities say Rapper Sean Kingston and his mother stole more than $1 million through fraud, authorities say
PORT CHARLOTTE CCSO: 2-year-old boy shot in the hand by 4-year-old Charlotte County Fire-EMS said they treated the two-year-old boy, who had a gunshot injury to the hand.
NCAA, Power Five approve settlement sets stage for schools to pay players NCAA and Power Five conferences agree on settlement that will allow schools to pay student athletes and share revenue.
FORT MYERS Placing flags to honor the fallen on Memorial Day weekend This weekend is much more than just a backyard barbecue and some time off work. It allows us to remember our nation’s heroes who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom.
SANIBEL The beach is back on Sanibel and Captiva for Memorial Day weekend Businesses on Sanibel and Captiva told WINK News they’re ready for the wave of tourism.
The Weather Authority: Here’s what to expect for your Memorial Day weekend Hot and humid weather for your holiday weekend. The UV index will be an 11!
WINK NEWS Honoring fallen soldiers at Memorial Day events across Southwest Florida Memorial Day, a day of remembrance for those who have died in the military, honors those who have served in the armed forces.
LEHIGH ACRES Lehigh Acres neighbor accuses construction company of mistakenly tearing up lot Along 27th Street West in Lehigh Acres, neighbors knew it was only a matter of time before the lots next to them were developed.
FORT MYERS ECS softball celebrates first state championship Evangelical Christian School honors state champion softball team with parade on campus.
SANIBEL Sanibel hosts annual hurricane seminar to prepare for upcoming season With a very active Atlantic hurricane season ahead, they’re not taking anything for granted.
Teen’s killer out of jail after 8 months A teenager charged with manslaughter after accidentally shooting and killing his girlfriend is now out of jail after serving less than a year.
FORT MYERS FGCU studying impacts of COVID-19 on small business Businesses across the country are closing their doors, but we won’t know the long-term impact for a while. Florida Gulf Coast University is trying to get a picture of the effect COVID-19 is having on business. Warren Frye owns two Beef ‘O’ Brady’s in Cape Coral. “We’ve had to lay off the majority of our […]
WINK NEWS FGCU students, professor make hand sanitizer for dorms, health workers An FGCU student has been getting a firsthand look at the impact the coronavirus can have after she had to self-quarantine when returning from a trip to Italy. Now, she’s working alongside her peers to get more coronavirus protection in people’s hands. FGCU student Grace Anderson is among students working alongside a university professor to […]
FORT MYERS BEACH Organizers on Fort Myers Beach rally around hospitality workers In times like these, some people would give the shirt off of their backs to help others. In a story we followed, they’re putting on the shirts to do it. We looked at what some people in Southwest Florida are doing to help support those who drive the local economy. Organizers on Fort Myers Beach […]
FORT MYERS SWFL non-profit, volunteers helping local veterans amidst coronavirus crisis Serving those who served for us. One Southwest Florida non-profit is distributing food and household goods to help our local veterans during the coronavirus crisis. They’re even getting creative to encourage social distancing. “It’s always important to give back to those who served our country, no matter what time it is,” said Ann Morris, Distribution […]
FORT MYERS Coronavirus pandemic having some positive impact on environment The coronavirus pandemic is having some positive side effects on the environment. The water looks clearer in the world-famous canals in Venice, Italy and NASA images show how pollution is dropping rapidly in cities across the globe. As people around the globe take precautions against COVID-19, “I think one of the interesting things about it is, […]
FORT MYERS Food banks see decline in donations as shoppers clear grocery stores shelves Empty shelves at the stores are turning into the new normal. And in these uncertain times, food banks are experiencing a greater need. The Harry Chapin food bank works hard to maintain its supply while continuing to feed families. Harry Chapin Food Bank President and CEO Richard LeBer said, even before the coronavirus hit “we […]
2020 Census must go on – and its data is important during a crisis What impact will the coronavirus have on the census? Three congressional members from Florida said we could lose out on millions of dollars because of social distancing, as the homeless and those without internet access might not get counted. “Even though many things may seem uncertain at the moment, one thing isn’t: the 2020 Census […]
FORT MYERS 183,000 gallons of raw sewage spilled now winding through Caloosahatchee A whopping 183,000 gallons of raw sewage spilled into your water and now it’s winding its way through the Caloosahatchee. Crews are working on testing to try and find out why this happened and how you are affected. “The smell is pretty bad,” says Calusa Waterkeeper John Cassani. The clean water advocate is keeping tabs […]
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral mayor urges residents to remain calm Southwest Florida’s biggest city is unusually quiet following the closure of two popular attractions over coronavirus concerns and large crowds. Sun Splash Family Waterpark and the Cape Coral Yacht Club are following guidelines set by the Centers for Disease Control, but bars and restaurants in the city remain open. “As we all know, you know, […]
University of Florida researchers study ways to combat citrus greening Insects and pests are destroying citrus trees of farmers across Florida, but now they’re turning to a new technology to protect their trees. Doctor Ozgur Batuman is a University of Florida citrus pathologist. He’s studying viruses found in psyllids, which are tiny insects they spread citrus greening disease. “Citrus is an over $9 billion industry, […]