Death investigation underway at Naples house partyBeautiful Sunday on tap with temperatures reaching the low 80s this afternoon
NAPLES Death investigation underway at Naples house party The Collier County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a shooting that happened at a house party in Naples.
southwest florida Beautiful Sunday on tap with temperatures reaching the low 80s this afternoon It will be another seasonal day with sun and clouds across Southwest Florida with temperatures reaching yet again topping out in the low 80s.
NAPLES Community raises funds for family of elementary school choking victim Staff and students from Laurel Oak Elementary School gathered at a Naples Culver’s to raise money for the family of Benjamin Cronin, an 11-year-old boy who died after choking at school.
NB lanes of US 41 at Olympia Ave closed due to traffic investigation According to the Punta Gorda Police Department, the northbound lane of US 41 at Olympia Avenue and Marion Avenue is closed due to a traffic crash investigation.
NAPLES Swine in the 239: Collier’s pig showdown Over 250 pigs took over the Collier County fairgrounds Saturday morning for Swine in the 239.
immokalee Fatal crash in Immokalee leaves 2 dead, both cars engulfed in flames The Florida Highway Patrol responded to a crash that left one person dead in Immokalee near the intersection of State Road 82 and Gators Slough Road.
NAPLES Motorcyclist dies in crash with pickup truck in Collier County The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating a deadly crash on Wilson Boulevard, near 10th Avenue Northeast in Collier County.
southwest florida Plenty of sunshine and less humid air for your Saturday plans The Weather Authority says this weekend is kicking off with some beautiful, less humid weather, perfect for any outdoor plans you may have!
WINK NEWS SWFL Scoreboard: High School Football Playoffs Round 1 21 Southwest Florida high school football teams were in action in round one of the playoffs trying to keep their state title hopes alive.
CLEWISTON Suspect identified in shooting investigation at Clewiston Walmart According to the Clewiston Police Department, a suspect has been identified in the shooting investigation at a Walmart in Clewiston on Friday night.
WINK Investigates: Everything we know so far about Beattie Development A southwest Florida developer has now surrendered his six different contracting licenses, which include general contracting, plumbing and roofing. Paul Beattie, owner of Beattie Development cannot build homes anymore. It’s not a permanent situation, but part of a settlement agreement with the state says he’d need to pay $300,000 before he could get a new […]
Florida Attorney General speaks out following lawsuit against FEMA Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody has spoken out following the filing of a lawsuit alleging that a FEMA supervisor directed aid workers to avoid going to homes in Lake Placid that had yard signs supporting Trump.
FORT MYERS BEACH How to increase odds of getting your hurricane insurance claim paid When Hurricane Helene hit Southwest Florida in September followed by Milton, many people’s lives were affected.
lehigh acres 25 students treated for heat exhaustion on Lehigh Sr. High School football field The Tice Fire Department treated around 25 students for heat exhaustion on the Lehigh Senior High School football field.
PUNTA GORDA Punta Gorda pilots speak out on Allegiant Air strike Allegiant Air pilots said they want a new contract, one that’s amendable, fair and, in their words, what they should be paid.
NAPLES Death investigation underway at Naples house party The Collier County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a shooting that happened at a house party in Naples.
southwest florida Beautiful Sunday on tap with temperatures reaching the low 80s this afternoon It will be another seasonal day with sun and clouds across Southwest Florida with temperatures reaching yet again topping out in the low 80s.
NAPLES Community raises funds for family of elementary school choking victim Staff and students from Laurel Oak Elementary School gathered at a Naples Culver’s to raise money for the family of Benjamin Cronin, an 11-year-old boy who died after choking at school.
NB lanes of US 41 at Olympia Ave closed due to traffic investigation According to the Punta Gorda Police Department, the northbound lane of US 41 at Olympia Avenue and Marion Avenue is closed due to a traffic crash investigation.
NAPLES Swine in the 239: Collier’s pig showdown Over 250 pigs took over the Collier County fairgrounds Saturday morning for Swine in the 239.
immokalee Fatal crash in Immokalee leaves 2 dead, both cars engulfed in flames The Florida Highway Patrol responded to a crash that left one person dead in Immokalee near the intersection of State Road 82 and Gators Slough Road.
NAPLES Motorcyclist dies in crash with pickup truck in Collier County The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating a deadly crash on Wilson Boulevard, near 10th Avenue Northeast in Collier County.
southwest florida Plenty of sunshine and less humid air for your Saturday plans The Weather Authority says this weekend is kicking off with some beautiful, less humid weather, perfect for any outdoor plans you may have!
WINK NEWS SWFL Scoreboard: High School Football Playoffs Round 1 21 Southwest Florida high school football teams were in action in round one of the playoffs trying to keep their state title hopes alive.
CLEWISTON Suspect identified in shooting investigation at Clewiston Walmart According to the Clewiston Police Department, a suspect has been identified in the shooting investigation at a Walmart in Clewiston on Friday night.
WINK Investigates: Everything we know so far about Beattie Development A southwest Florida developer has now surrendered his six different contracting licenses, which include general contracting, plumbing and roofing. Paul Beattie, owner of Beattie Development cannot build homes anymore. It’s not a permanent situation, but part of a settlement agreement with the state says he’d need to pay $300,000 before he could get a new […]
Florida Attorney General speaks out following lawsuit against FEMA Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody has spoken out following the filing of a lawsuit alleging that a FEMA supervisor directed aid workers to avoid going to homes in Lake Placid that had yard signs supporting Trump.
FORT MYERS BEACH How to increase odds of getting your hurricane insurance claim paid When Hurricane Helene hit Southwest Florida in September followed by Milton, many people’s lives were affected.
lehigh acres 25 students treated for heat exhaustion on Lehigh Sr. High School football field The Tice Fire Department treated around 25 students for heat exhaustion on the Lehigh Senior High School football field.
PUNTA GORDA Punta Gorda pilots speak out on Allegiant Air strike Allegiant Air pilots said they want a new contract, one that’s amendable, fair and, in their words, what they should be paid.
SOUTH FORT MYERS One injured after U-Haul crashes into garage while couple is sleeping One person was hospitalized after a U-Haul crashes into a home off McGregor Parkway in south Fort Myers early Wednesday morning. Dr. Jake Goldberger and his wife’s peaceful night’s sleep ended abruptly after a U-haul crashed into their home on Kasamada Drive. “Both asleep my wife and I and the next thing I know there […]
FORT MYERS Gulfshore Business recognizes trailblazers with Women in Business Award Celebration Celebrating 10 remarkable women who are trailblazers in their field. Our partners at Gulfshore Business hosted the first “Women in Business Awards Celebration.” WINK News spoke to them about their lives and backgrounds, but what stood out the most is what binds them. They say to ignore your fears and just go for it. The […]
ESTERO Starbucks employees at Ben Hill Griffin Pkwy store in Estero will vote whether to unionize A Southwest Florida Starbucks is pushing for change. The staff at the location on Ben Hill Griffin Parkway in Estero says one of the reasons they want to unionize is because they aren’t making enough money to afford basic living expenses. There is a push at some Starbucks locations in Florida and across the nation […]
CLEWISTON Sunday marks a year since the deadly Brown Sugar Festival shooting that killed 1, injured 4 others Sunday marked one year since 20-year-old Evereonna Sankey was gunned down at the Brown Sugar Festival in Clewiston on May 1, 2021. The person who pulled the trigger, killing Sankey and injuring four others, is still on the run and the family has pleaded for someone to step forward with information. There are no new […]
NAPLES Rockin’ with the SEALs event on Saturday helped veterans with mental health services An event in Naples on Saturday aimed to help veterans with PTSD. The Rockin’ with the SEAls Golf Tournament, by Veterans Services USA, included a talk from Richard Phillips, who was held in captivity over ten years ago after his cargo ship was attacked and captured by Somali pirates. Phillips struggled with PTSD after the […]
SOUTH FORT MEYRS FSW celebrates commencement Family and friends show support for graduates of Florida SouthWestern State College. The feeling of satisfaction and accomplishment permeated the graduates and everyone there supporting them. Janetta Marc came to support her sister. “Just to be able to have your family out here to be able to cheer you on,” Janetta told us. “Those are […]
SANIBEL SCCF begins marking sea turtle nests on beaches as nesting season begins; why it’s important The Sanibel-Captiva Conservation Foundation is working to save even the smallest creatures by getting its teams of “Turtle taggers” ready, which help in tracking the turtles on our islands. Get ready to see a lot more loggerhead sea turtle nest markings in the sand along our beaches. The SCCF has marked its first nest of […]
CHARLOTTE COUNTY Firefighters continuing to fight flames at Myakka State Forest, fire is 95% contained A brush fire that erupted in Charlotte County on Saturday has been 95% contained. The fire started in the Gulf Cove neighborhood of Charlotte County off of Dubarry Avenue. The flames spread to the Myakka State Forest and came close to two homes, destroying two sheds and a boat. Firefighters worked through the night to […]
WINK NEWS Inflation hurting Floridians, nearly half struggle paying bills new study says Many in Florida are scrambling, trying to afford the basic necessities. It is no secret that a lot of people are feeling the impacts of inflation. But a new poll shows just how difficult things are for people now. 48% of Floridians say they’re struggling to keep up with the rising prices of their bills. […]
GOLDEN GATE ESTATES Merlin the emu missing for close to a week from Golden Gate Estates home Merlin the emu remains on the run. The two-legged, flightless bird has been missing from his Golden Gate Estates home for six days. His owner believes the bird’s friendly demeanor may have gotten him into trouble. Marcela Zurita doesn’t have any kids but she considers Merlin and her other animals her babies. “We’re just hoping […]