Suspect wanted for stealing electric bike in Fort Myers BeachKelly’s Roast Beef, Oar & Iron continue SWFL expansion
FORT MYERS BEACH Suspect wanted for stealing electric bike in Fort Myers Beach Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers is asking for the public’s help in identifying a suspect who stole an electric bike in Fort Myers Beach.
Kelly’s Roast Beef, Oar & Iron continue SWFL expansion A Massachusetts-based restaurant company is bringing a taste of its home state to Southwest Florida, plus a new surf and turf concept aimed at people who call the region home.
GOLDEN GATE Investigation at Golden Gate Middle School after overnight burglary An overnight burglary at a middle school had deputies rushing to the scene, causing parents to have to wait to drop their children off.
Naples Mayor Teresa Heitmann court date rescheduled Naples Mayor Teresa Heitmann is set to appear in court after pleading not guilty to her drunk driving charge.
Bonita springs “Cold stunned” evening bat rescued by CROW amid frigid Florida weather The Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife rescued an evening bat in Bonita Springs suspected of being “cold-stunned.”
THE WEATHER AUTHORITY Morning showers move out for your Wednesday afternoon plans The Weather Authority is tracking Wednesday morning showers, then chillier conditions remain throughout the afternoon.
CAPE CORAL Demolition begins on Bimini East properties Demolition has begun on the Bimini East properties that are part of the city of Cape Coral’s revitalization development.
Web Exclusive: Rachel Cox-Rosen’s Construction Heads Up As construction may dampen your commute, WINK News traffic anchor Rachel Cox Rosen knows the best way to traverse the roadways in this web-exclusive feature.
LEHIGH ACRES Lee County cousins arrested for street racing at 90 mph in Lehigh Acres Lee County deputies arrested two men after witnessing them racing down Lee Boulevard at nearly 90 mph.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers activist reacts to shutdown of government reproductive rights website The website ReproductiveRights.gov, which offered resources on abortion and reproductive rights, is no longer accessible.
2 Southwest Floridians involved in Jan. 6 attack pardoned and commuted by President Trump Two men involved in the January 6th attack are now back in southwest Florida, thanks to a series of pardons from President Trump.
ESTERO Local teen golfer to play at Augusta National One drive at a time, 14-year-old Jesus Bethencourt is doing something most only dream of: playing at Augusta National.
AI traffic cameras helping Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office solve crimes Artificial intelligence has been helping the Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office solve crimes.
ESTERO SWFL siblings start official Pickleball World Cup Hercilio and Miranda Cabieses love pickleball so much they make it their mission to share it with the world.
MARCO ISLAND Proposal to bring in police cameras to Marco Island Marco Island city leaders are considering a proposal for police officers to wear body cameras. The idea aims to modernize the department and increase trust with citizens.
FORT MYERS BEACH Suspect wanted for stealing electric bike in Fort Myers Beach Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers is asking for the public’s help in identifying a suspect who stole an electric bike in Fort Myers Beach.
Kelly’s Roast Beef, Oar & Iron continue SWFL expansion A Massachusetts-based restaurant company is bringing a taste of its home state to Southwest Florida, plus a new surf and turf concept aimed at people who call the region home.
GOLDEN GATE Investigation at Golden Gate Middle School after overnight burglary An overnight burglary at a middle school had deputies rushing to the scene, causing parents to have to wait to drop their children off.
Naples Mayor Teresa Heitmann court date rescheduled Naples Mayor Teresa Heitmann is set to appear in court after pleading not guilty to her drunk driving charge.
Bonita springs “Cold stunned” evening bat rescued by CROW amid frigid Florida weather The Clinic for the Rehabilitation of Wildlife rescued an evening bat in Bonita Springs suspected of being “cold-stunned.”
THE WEATHER AUTHORITY Morning showers move out for your Wednesday afternoon plans The Weather Authority is tracking Wednesday morning showers, then chillier conditions remain throughout the afternoon.
CAPE CORAL Demolition begins on Bimini East properties Demolition has begun on the Bimini East properties that are part of the city of Cape Coral’s revitalization development.
Web Exclusive: Rachel Cox-Rosen’s Construction Heads Up As construction may dampen your commute, WINK News traffic anchor Rachel Cox Rosen knows the best way to traverse the roadways in this web-exclusive feature.
LEHIGH ACRES Lee County cousins arrested for street racing at 90 mph in Lehigh Acres Lee County deputies arrested two men after witnessing them racing down Lee Boulevard at nearly 90 mph.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers activist reacts to shutdown of government reproductive rights website The website ReproductiveRights.gov, which offered resources on abortion and reproductive rights, is no longer accessible.
2 Southwest Floridians involved in Jan. 6 attack pardoned and commuted by President Trump Two men involved in the January 6th attack are now back in southwest Florida, thanks to a series of pardons from President Trump.
ESTERO Local teen golfer to play at Augusta National One drive at a time, 14-year-old Jesus Bethencourt is doing something most only dream of: playing at Augusta National.
AI traffic cameras helping Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office solve crimes Artificial intelligence has been helping the Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office solve crimes.
ESTERO SWFL siblings start official Pickleball World Cup Hercilio and Miranda Cabieses love pickleball so much they make it their mission to share it with the world.
MARCO ISLAND Proposal to bring in police cameras to Marco Island Marco Island city leaders are considering a proposal for police officers to wear body cameras. The idea aims to modernize the department and increase trust with citizens.
COLLIER COUNTY Housing market: Tough to buy in Collier County; Realtors say more buyers coming The housing market is still booming in Southwest Florida, as the region is breaking real estate records — also making it tough to buy. The few homes on the market in the area are creating bidding wars among cash buyers. There are so few homes on the market presently, Realtors are telling people to take […]
CLAM PASS Mystery surrounds boat that washed ashore on Southwest Florida beach A boat washed ashore on a Southwest Florida beach overnight, but no one knows exactly where it came from. The sailboat “Shania” is full of personal belongings, but whose? The boat is registered to a man in Key West, and witnesses say investigators told them he woke up one day and it was gone. “We […]
COLLIER COUNTY Collier County studying traffic congestion on Immokalee Road, looking for solutions Too many traffic lights and too much congestion. Those are some of the complaints people have about Immokalee Road in North Naples. “We always say Immokalee and Pine Ridge are the worst,” said Chloe Pankita, of Collier County. “We always avoid them and go around them.” Pankita said she plans ahead whenever she has to […]
GOLDEN GATE ESTATES Rising construction costs lead to stealing supplies The price of building materials has skyrocketed to the point that construction sites have become profitable targets for thieves. Now, builders are going the extra mile to protect houses. There is currently a building boom. John and Sam Cieplak are trying to have a house built. “Getting material is a nightmare,” said John. They’ve been […]
COLLIER COUNTY SWFL likely experiencing extended busy season; businesses get needed boost An extended getaway for seasonal visitors in Southwest Florida means local businesses could continue to get a boost. Tourism experts say people aren’t packing up to go north just yet, using Southwest Florida as their escape from pandemic shutdowns. For many, Easter is the end of season, but it doesn’t seem like that’s the case […]
WINK NEWS Florida Senate bill scraps Southwest-Central Florida Connector toll road Panther habitat could be safe from a major project. There could be a plan to scrap a road project that would cut right through it. A toll road promised quicker access from Collier to Polk County and was touted as an evacuation route during hurricanes. But Florida Lawmakers now feel what was to be known […]
NAPLES Naples Senior Center celebrates last day of vaccinations The Naples Senior Center gave out COVID-19 vaccines for the last time on Friday. They’ve now run out of people to vaccinate. The Naples Senior Center has vaccinated 7,500 seniors, including at least 600 veterans and 21 Holocaust survivors in Southwest Florida. Those receiving the vaccines have expressed how grateful they are to get help […]
TALLAHASSEE (AP) Florida education chief: Masks should be voluntary next year Florida’s education commissioner has asked superintendents across the state to update their policies to make facial coverings voluntary rather than mandatory for students, teachers and staff in the upcoming school year. In a memo sent Wednesday, Richard Corcoran said that “Florida has once again proven that one-size-fits-all policies do not meet the unique needs of […]
NAPLES Mask mandate expired in Naples, Collier County but some businesses still want you to mask up The mask ordinance in Naples and Collier County expired on Tuesday night. While some are celebrating others are worried about COVID-19 spreading. “I think people just want to get out and breathe,” said Marcie Roggow, of Naples. PJ Smith, of Naples, said she feels like she is alive again. “I think it’s very refreshing,” Smith […]
COLLIER COUNTY Collier County to propose ordinance banning dump trucks on stretch of Logan Blvd Dump trucks are zooming through a neighborhood street where some community members live, and they are fed up with it. We’ve reported previously about concerns for speeding trucks on a stretch of Logan Boulevard in Collier County. It’s where some community members we have spoken to say they are afraid for their safety. Those neighbors […]