Deadly crash on SR31 and Bermont Road closes roadwaysMosquito control boundaries expanding in Collier County
WINK NEWS Deadly crash on SR31 and Bermont Road closes roadways The Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office is responding to a deadly crash that occurred on State Route 31 and Bermont Road.
Mosquito control boundaries expanding in Collier County New boundaries have been established for the Collier Mosquito Control District, the first expansion in over 20 years.
FORT MYERS BEACH Caught on video: Man arrested at Margaritaville, accused of throwing beer bottles off balcony 23-year-old Connor Thurman is accused of throwing beer bottles off his balcony. When he was asked to leave, he was determined to take his Corona with him.
House passes bill for writing off Hurricane Ian expenses What looked like progress in getting tax relief for Hurricane Ian victims has hit a potential new snag.
FORT MYERS What is Fort Myers doing with its parking revenue? In December 2023, the City of Fort Myers changed its parking system.
Charlotte County taking steps for the future The future is now here in Southwest Florida, and leaders are trying to think ahead and plan for the influx of people expected in the coming years.
FORT MYERS Listen up: irritating noises can hurt your health It’s the sounds you don’t expect that sneak up on you and could leave long-lasting damage.
PORT CHARLOTTE Minor injuries reported after 3 vehicle accident in Charlotte County The Charlotte County Sheriff’s office is responding to the scene of a 3-vehicle accident.
GOLDEN GATE Naples man killed after crashing into utility pole At 2:33 p.m. Tuesday, the man, driving a pickup truck, was traveling west on Golden Gate Boulevard West, east of Everglades Boulevard.
PUNTA GORDA Charlotte High School launches new aerospace programs for students Elevating aerospace education by starting future technicians and assemblers’ young.
‘There’s room for protests and room to sit at the table’ community reacts to Christopher Jordan shooting The decision by the State Attorney’s office to not charge the Fort Myers Police detective who fired the fatal shot that killed Christopher Jordan on December 1, has now sparked two different responses. On one side the NAACP said they plan on protesting the decision and doing what they can to get the SA office […]
CAPTIVA Voting to restore the beaches of Captiva Island On the way to Captiva Beach, you see sign after sign reminding people to speak up and nourish the beach.
MATLACHA Caught on video: two men climb pole, steal American flag from local business Amber Brady, co-owner of Micelli’s waterfront restaurant in Matlacha, was upset by what she saw Saturday night.
NAPLES Barron Collier boy’s tennis wins 3A State Title The Barron Collier boy’s tennis team won the Class 3A State Championship for the program’s first title since 2014.
FORT MYERS Bishop Verot’s baseball team falls in state semifinal It was a heartbreaker for Bishop Verot’s baseball team in Hammond on Tuesday. The Vikings fell to North Broward Prep 4-1 in the 3A state semifinal.
WINK NEWS Deadly crash on SR31 and Bermont Road closes roadways The Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office is responding to a deadly crash that occurred on State Route 31 and Bermont Road.
Mosquito control boundaries expanding in Collier County New boundaries have been established for the Collier Mosquito Control District, the first expansion in over 20 years.
FORT MYERS BEACH Caught on video: Man arrested at Margaritaville, accused of throwing beer bottles off balcony 23-year-old Connor Thurman is accused of throwing beer bottles off his balcony. When he was asked to leave, he was determined to take his Corona with him.
House passes bill for writing off Hurricane Ian expenses What looked like progress in getting tax relief for Hurricane Ian victims has hit a potential new snag.
FORT MYERS What is Fort Myers doing with its parking revenue? In December 2023, the City of Fort Myers changed its parking system.
Charlotte County taking steps for the future The future is now here in Southwest Florida, and leaders are trying to think ahead and plan for the influx of people expected in the coming years.
FORT MYERS Listen up: irritating noises can hurt your health It’s the sounds you don’t expect that sneak up on you and could leave long-lasting damage.
PORT CHARLOTTE Minor injuries reported after 3 vehicle accident in Charlotte County The Charlotte County Sheriff’s office is responding to the scene of a 3-vehicle accident.
GOLDEN GATE Naples man killed after crashing into utility pole At 2:33 p.m. Tuesday, the man, driving a pickup truck, was traveling west on Golden Gate Boulevard West, east of Everglades Boulevard.
PUNTA GORDA Charlotte High School launches new aerospace programs for students Elevating aerospace education by starting future technicians and assemblers’ young.
‘There’s room for protests and room to sit at the table’ community reacts to Christopher Jordan shooting The decision by the State Attorney’s office to not charge the Fort Myers Police detective who fired the fatal shot that killed Christopher Jordan on December 1, has now sparked two different responses. On one side the NAACP said they plan on protesting the decision and doing what they can to get the SA office […]
CAPTIVA Voting to restore the beaches of Captiva Island On the way to Captiva Beach, you see sign after sign reminding people to speak up and nourish the beach.
MATLACHA Caught on video: two men climb pole, steal American flag from local business Amber Brady, co-owner of Micelli’s waterfront restaurant in Matlacha, was upset by what she saw Saturday night.
NAPLES Barron Collier boy’s tennis wins 3A State Title The Barron Collier boy’s tennis team won the Class 3A State Championship for the program’s first title since 2014.
FORT MYERS Bishop Verot’s baseball team falls in state semifinal It was a heartbreaker for Bishop Verot’s baseball team in Hammond on Tuesday. The Vikings fell to North Broward Prep 4-1 in the 3A state semifinal.
NAPLES Make sure to put safety first when putting up your Christmas lights This weekend will be perfect weather to put up those Christmas lights many of you have been dying to put up. We have some safety tips for you from the City of Naples Fire Department. Never leave your lights running when you leave the house. If you’re up on a ladder, always have three points […]
NAPLES Holiday beachgoers in Naples not deterred by red tide in the gulf While red tide effects are lessening, beachgoers might still notice some side effects like coughing and breathing issues at the beach this holiday weekend. Many vacationers in Naples told us it’s been much better at the beach recently, and they are not going to let the effects of red tide change their plans for holiday […]
FORT MYERS How to navigate uncomfortable topics at the Thanksgiving dinner table Thanksgiving is almost here and it is time for you to catch up with your family. But some uncomfortable topics can arise around the dinner table. Here are some tips to navigate around them from people Reporter Taylor Smith spoke with on Monday. Watch in the video above.
NAPLES Statewide visitors take to the skies for Naples hot air balloon rides Hundreds of people statewide visited Naples to see and take rides in hot air balloons at the Naples Balloon Glow Friday. “It’s awesome,” Joshua Trierweiler said. “It’s the best thing I’ve ever done.” No matter what age you are, being able to fly in the sky in a huge balloon is pretty cool. “Honestly, I […]
ORANGETREE Man arrested after crash that leads to sexual assault in Collier County A woman says she feared a man was about to rape her after crashing into her car. She says he followed her and then intentionally rear-ended her car. Then, she says he forcefully and inappropriately touched her. Wednesday, Collier County Sheriff’s Office arrested Rickardo Burgess, 35, after responding to a crash along Immokalee Road near […]
MARCO ISLAND Some burrowing owls are under attack in Marco Island Many people on Marco Island said the person who filled a burrowing owl nest with dirt did it to make sure the birds do not come back. Just days later, a car drove over a different nest. But the owls are resilient and have many people backing them up. In the month of November alone, […]
NAPLES PARK Suspect arrested in Naples Park hit-and-run that seriously injured woman The suspect in a hit-and-run crash that seriously injured a Naples Park woman has been arrested. Florida Highway Patrol arrested suspect Louis Lacivita, 17, for an August hit-and-run that injured 53-year-old Jesusa “Susan” Alang in Naples Park. “To God be the glory. Thanks be to God. He is not sleeping, yet he is good all […]
EAST NAPLES Neighbor at East Naples community told to take Christmas lights down We looked into whether a Grinch was stealing a neighbor’s Christmas in Collier County. She says the lights she has up on her home for the holidays make her happy. But her landlord said they have to go. A woman at the Crown Pointe neighborhood in East Naples is being told by her homeowner’s association […]
NORTH NAPLES 2020 Naples Winter Wine Fest showcasing luxurious destination auctions People in Southwest Florida will soon have a chance to win extravagant trips to India and Hawaii while helping local children. The annual Naples Winter Wine Festival at the Ritz Carlton hotel in North Naples is two months away. “One hundred percent of the money we raise goes to charities in our community that serve […]
NAPLES Gulfshore Life recognizes its 2019 men and women of the year Eight men and women received a significant honor on Wednesday evening. Gulfshore Life recognized each as the men and women of the year. WINK News partner, Gulfshore Life, celebrated community trailblazers and people who endlessly make Southwest Florida a better place at the Ritz Golf Resort. Chef Asif Syed is one of the men this […]