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.
CAPE CORAL Mother, daughter arrested after 2 dogs die, 2 found in poor condition A trip to the vet ended with a mother and daughter in handcuffs. Sunday, Lee County Sheriff’s Office arrested Kay Celek and her 17-year-old daughter in Cape Coral for neglecting their four dogs. Two of them died, but the other two are now receiving much-needed care. When the two owners brought 1-year-old dog, Bailey, to […]
LEE COUNTY Lee County deputies find dog covered in feces and urine A woman has been arrested for aggravated animal cruelty after being accused of locking her dog in the bathroom. The dog had been so badly neglected, she had chemical burns on her leg from her own urine. Lee County Sheriff’s deputies found a one-year-old dog named “Queen” trapped inside an apartment, in the corner cowering […]
NAPLES Longtime leader of St. Matthew’s House retires A longtime CEO who served the community for decades is retiring after 17 years. The St. Matthew’s House board of directors announced Vann Ellison’s retirement last week. For years, he worked with other nonprofits to help people all over Southwest Florida, from the homeless to the hungry to those suffering from addiction. Those who worked […]
HENDRY COUNTY Supporters of principal accused of paddling student show up to school board meeting Exclusive video of a 6-year-old paddled at Central Elementary School in Clewiston took center stage at The School Board of Hendry County meeting Tuesday night. Hendry County District Schools does not allow corporal punishment. Dozens of people showed up wearing “Central Strong” T-shirts and told us they supported the principal who was recorded paddling a […]
LEHIGH ACRES Firefighters put out fire at home in Lehigh Acres, no one injured Lehigh Acres Fire Control and Rescue District responded to a house fire on Corinne Drive in Lehigh Acres Monday. According to the the fire district’s tweet, firefighters responded to the home after the report of the fire was received just before 6 p.m. Crews found the fire in the garage of the home, which had […]
WINK NEWS Food banks preparing for hurricane season Getting ready for hurricane season, and while we’re still in a pandemic, this year’s season could look different when it comes to getting help. Food banks say they learned a lot from past hurricanes, and that’s to be overprepared. If the pandemic has taught the Harry Chapin Food Bank anything, it’s to be flexible, take […]
CAPE CORAL Mother wants people to come forward in shooting that killed her son A 19-year-old Fort Myers man died after he was shot in Cape Coral early Saturday. Cape Coral Police Department identified the victim as Kevin Girard Palmer. There has been no suspect apprehension or arrest for the shooting at this time. Police responded to a home in the 100 block of SE 6th Street at around […]
LEE COUNTY Lee County preparing for hurricane season Florida-born and raised, Leslie Sapp has seen plenty of hurricanes. But, Irma in 2017, was the worst, Sapp said. “It was the worst one I’ve ever seen in it because they said category 4,” Sapp said. “Doesn’t matter on category. Only matters where you’re at.” Sapp said Irma took half his roof and destroyed countless […]
LEHIGH ACRES Investigators search for dog’s abusers after being found with many deep cuts Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers is asking the public to help find the owners of a dog who appeared to be neglected, abused and abandoned. Friday, a pitbull mix was found by a local resident in the area of Pinehurst Avenue and Pembroke Street in Lehigh Acres. Brandy Snyder had an unexpected four-legged visitor when she […]
WASHINGTON (AP) US recommends ‘pause’ for single-dose Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine to investigate clotting reports. The Centers for Disease Control indicated in an alert Tuesday that the Johnson & Johnson vaccine could resume as soon as Wednesday. The alert came after a chaotic day when the Food and Drug Administration recommended there be a “pause” for the vaccine, leading virtually every state to halt use of the single-dose shot. The […]