Florida Senate bill could increase speed limit on interstates, turnpikesPleasant start to Spring with some evening showers
Florida Senate bill could increase speed limit on interstates, turnpikes Senate Bill 462, could soon raise speed limits on Florida’s turnpikes and interstates from 70 to 75 miles per hour.
The Weather Authority Pleasant start to Spring with some evening showers The Weather Authority is tracking a breezy Thursday with isolated rain expected, culminating into a pleasant beginning of Spring.
wink news Web Exclusive: Rachel Cox-Rosen’s Construction Heads Up Mar. 20 While construction may dampen your commute, WINK News traffic anchor Rachel Cox-Rosen, in this web-exclusive feature, knows the best way to traverse the roadways.
Cyclist and dog hit by car in Charlotte County A routine bike ride in Charlotte County turned into a nightmare for Raymond Weiler and his dog, Tater after a crash.
Byron Donalds talks campaign goals for Florida governor race in 2026 U.S. Rep. Byron Donalds is gearing up for his campaign to succeed Gov. Ron DeSantis in 2026.
CAPE CORAL 5th rendition of Punk Prom to be hosted at Nice Guys Pizza in Cape Coral Punk Prom, the annual gathering of the local alternative scene, has found a new home.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Most Wanted Wednesday: Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for March 19, 2025 Here are some of Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for March 19, 2025. This is a weekly WINK News segment.
PUNTA GORDA Punta Gorda council approves ICE partnership amid community debate Punta Gorda’s City Council made a decisive move by unanimously approving an agreement between the local police department and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
FORT MYERS Leaders and lawmakers respond to FMPD ICE vote in Fort Myers A tied 3-3 vote in the Fort Myers City Council meeting stopped the FMPD from assisting ICE and set off a political powder keg.
BABCOCK RANCH Palmetto Landing seniors feel misled by DR Horton on hurricane safety Residents of Palmetto Landing are raising concerns over construction issues with their homes built by DR Horton.
FORT MYERS Community shows support for councilwoman after vote against ICE agreement A group gathered at a community meeting in Fort Myers to support City Councilwoman Darla Bonk, who voted against an agreement allowing ICE training for FMPD officers.
FORT MYERS BEACH Spring break chaos: Teen’s ear bitten off in Fort Myers Beach fight A violent altercation on Fort Myers Beach has resulted in an 18-year-old facing serious charges.
SANIBEL Sanibel study seeks 400 volunteers to unravel red tide health impacts A new study aims to solve the mystery surrounding red tide, and scientists are seeking 400 volunteers to participate.
NAPLES Naples residents concerned over NOAA cuts affecting hurricane forecasts Concerns are rising in Naples about recent NOAA workforce cuts and their potential impact on the upcoming hurricane season.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral’s new water taxi offers scenic escape from Fort Myers Beach traffic Beachgoers in Cape Coral have a new way to avoid Fort Myers Beach traffic and enjoy a scenic trip at the same time.
Florida Senate bill could increase speed limit on interstates, turnpikes Senate Bill 462, could soon raise speed limits on Florida’s turnpikes and interstates from 70 to 75 miles per hour.
The Weather Authority Pleasant start to Spring with some evening showers The Weather Authority is tracking a breezy Thursday with isolated rain expected, culminating into a pleasant beginning of Spring.
wink news Web Exclusive: Rachel Cox-Rosen’s Construction Heads Up Mar. 20 While construction may dampen your commute, WINK News traffic anchor Rachel Cox-Rosen, in this web-exclusive feature, knows the best way to traverse the roadways.
Cyclist and dog hit by car in Charlotte County A routine bike ride in Charlotte County turned into a nightmare for Raymond Weiler and his dog, Tater after a crash.
Byron Donalds talks campaign goals for Florida governor race in 2026 U.S. Rep. Byron Donalds is gearing up for his campaign to succeed Gov. Ron DeSantis in 2026.
CAPE CORAL 5th rendition of Punk Prom to be hosted at Nice Guys Pizza in Cape Coral Punk Prom, the annual gathering of the local alternative scene, has found a new home.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Most Wanted Wednesday: Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for March 19, 2025 Here are some of Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for March 19, 2025. This is a weekly WINK News segment.
PUNTA GORDA Punta Gorda council approves ICE partnership amid community debate Punta Gorda’s City Council made a decisive move by unanimously approving an agreement between the local police department and U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).
FORT MYERS Leaders and lawmakers respond to FMPD ICE vote in Fort Myers A tied 3-3 vote in the Fort Myers City Council meeting stopped the FMPD from assisting ICE and set off a political powder keg.
BABCOCK RANCH Palmetto Landing seniors feel misled by DR Horton on hurricane safety Residents of Palmetto Landing are raising concerns over construction issues with their homes built by DR Horton.
FORT MYERS Community shows support for councilwoman after vote against ICE agreement A group gathered at a community meeting in Fort Myers to support City Councilwoman Darla Bonk, who voted against an agreement allowing ICE training for FMPD officers.
FORT MYERS BEACH Spring break chaos: Teen’s ear bitten off in Fort Myers Beach fight A violent altercation on Fort Myers Beach has resulted in an 18-year-old facing serious charges.
SANIBEL Sanibel study seeks 400 volunteers to unravel red tide health impacts A new study aims to solve the mystery surrounding red tide, and scientists are seeking 400 volunteers to participate.
NAPLES Naples residents concerned over NOAA cuts affecting hurricane forecasts Concerns are rising in Naples about recent NOAA workforce cuts and their potential impact on the upcoming hurricane season.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral’s new water taxi offers scenic escape from Fort Myers Beach traffic Beachgoers in Cape Coral have a new way to avoid Fort Myers Beach traffic and enjoy a scenic trip at the same time.
Prima Luce condo tower faces $36.9M foreclosure The Prima Luce twin condo towers and Towles Garden workforce housing development face foreclosure in Fort Myers.
Planning and Zoning Board approves rezoning for RV park in northeastern Charlotte Co. The Charlotte County Planning and Zoning Board voted 3-2 March 10 to approve amending current zoning for 33.66 acres in the eastern part of the county that could make way for an upscale recreational vehicle park.
21 Spices restaurant in Naples permanently closing March 31 The contemporary Indian restaurant 21 Spices by Chef Asif will permanently close March 31 after serving the Naples area for more than nine years.
LCSO nonprofit Home Front Heroes raises funds using taxpayer-funded assets Taxpayer-funded assets of the Lee County Sheriff’s Office, including a helicopter ride, marine patrol unit ride and gun range-shooting experience, have been used to raise thousands of dollars for a nonprofit run by a handful of LCSO employees.
Upscale women’s boutique opens in Fishermen’s Village Friends Shaune Freeland and Julie Price realized their dream when they presided over a ribbon-cutting ceremony for their Monkee’s fashion boutique in Fishermen’s Village in Punta Gorda.
My Shower Door blankets spring training in signage with Twins, Red Sox My Shower Door signs can be seen all over both of Lee County’s spring training ballparks, and Bill Daubmann said he enjoys the fun factor in further building his company’s brand.
Tim Aten Knows: More businesses coming to Golden Gate Estates New gas stations planned along Oil Well Road in Golden Gate Estates have not been formally proposed yet, but preliminary plans show that a couple of them are being considered for new development projects.
Economist Jeremy Siegel favors Trump tax cuts, not tariffs During President Donald Trump’s first administration, longtime economic professor Jeremy Siegel received a request to join it as an economic adviser.
Neal Communities receives rezoning to build 1,099 homes in Alva An Alva and North Olga land-use change from agricultural to residential, which has been years in the making after being cattle ranchlands for almost a century, took place March 5 with Lee County commissioners approving it unanimously.
Lessons learned from pandemic in adaptability, resiliency In some ways it’s difficult to believe that this month marks five years since the COVID-19 pandemic first made its impact felt across the globe.