Florida battles rising dengue fever infectionsBecoming an American citizen on the eve of Independence Day
Florida battles rising dengue fever infections Dengue fever is frequently passed by mosquitos, the kind that are found near homes.
FORT MYERS Becoming an American citizen on the eve of Independence Day On the eve of our nation’s 248th birthday, 29 men and women of all ages and from 17 different countries just became America’s newest citizens.
JAMAICA Locals brave Hurricane Beryl while on vacation in Jamaica When Hurricane Ian hit almost two years ago, Astrid Shover and her family rode out the storm in their Cape Coral home. Now, her family is on vacation in Jamaica, along with reminders of storm season.
SANIBEL Expert weighs in on swimmer missing in Sanibel waters Crews have been searching the water, the air and the ground for the teenager at Sanibel’s Blind Pass Beach.
Charlotte County contractor arrested for allegedly taking money for job not done Allie Marcus hired Brian White to do some work on her lanai. She paid a $4,600 deposit and was given a timeline of 12 to 14 weeks. Now, more than a year later, the project has hardly been started, and White still has her money.
FORT MYERS Neighbors alerted after bear is spotted near apartment complex It was a typical commute in Fort Myers for a man who said it was not the first time he had seen a bear here.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Firework safety tips for Fourth of July celebrations One of the biggest nights to light up fireworks is on the Fourth of July. It is also one of the busiest nights for fire departments and EMS as they receive numerous calls on firework-related injuries.
SOUTHWEST FLORID Operation Dry Water: boating safely this Fourth of July The Fourth of July: It’s a holiday, many say they’re spending out in the water, but it’s important to stay safe and stay dry.
FORT MYERS Attorney of family whose home was hit by church van speaks out Four children are back with their family just a day after a van slammed into their home on Braman Ave in Fort Myers.
WINK NEWS Fourth of July events across Southwest Florida The Fourth of July is celebrated Across Southwest Florida and nationwide with fireworks, barbecues, patriotic events and more.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral defends decision to take down veterans memorial Several trees throughout Jaycee Park were adorned with yellow ribbons designed to honor veterans on Saturday, but by Monday, all had been removed.
FORT MYERS Boy Scouts building accessible library in front of SWFL Historical Society A local Boy Scout troop is making the world a better place one book at a time.
SANIBEL Search suspended for missing swimmer due to weather The search for a teenager who went missing while swimming at a beach in Sanibel continues as agencies expand their efforts.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Most Wanted Wednesday: Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for July 3, 2024 Here are some of Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for July 3, 2024.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers residents frustrated with constant water shortages Turning on the faucet expecting a refreshing splash only to get nothing but dry disappointment is getting tiresome for some residents.
Florida battles rising dengue fever infections Dengue fever is frequently passed by mosquitos, the kind that are found near homes.
FORT MYERS Becoming an American citizen on the eve of Independence Day On the eve of our nation’s 248th birthday, 29 men and women of all ages and from 17 different countries just became America’s newest citizens.
JAMAICA Locals brave Hurricane Beryl while on vacation in Jamaica When Hurricane Ian hit almost two years ago, Astrid Shover and her family rode out the storm in their Cape Coral home. Now, her family is on vacation in Jamaica, along with reminders of storm season.
SANIBEL Expert weighs in on swimmer missing in Sanibel waters Crews have been searching the water, the air and the ground for the teenager at Sanibel’s Blind Pass Beach.
Charlotte County contractor arrested for allegedly taking money for job not done Allie Marcus hired Brian White to do some work on her lanai. She paid a $4,600 deposit and was given a timeline of 12 to 14 weeks. Now, more than a year later, the project has hardly been started, and White still has her money.
FORT MYERS Neighbors alerted after bear is spotted near apartment complex It was a typical commute in Fort Myers for a man who said it was not the first time he had seen a bear here.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Firework safety tips for Fourth of July celebrations One of the biggest nights to light up fireworks is on the Fourth of July. It is also one of the busiest nights for fire departments and EMS as they receive numerous calls on firework-related injuries.
SOUTHWEST FLORID Operation Dry Water: boating safely this Fourth of July The Fourth of July: It’s a holiday, many say they’re spending out in the water, but it’s important to stay safe and stay dry.
FORT MYERS Attorney of family whose home was hit by church van speaks out Four children are back with their family just a day after a van slammed into their home on Braman Ave in Fort Myers.
WINK NEWS Fourth of July events across Southwest Florida The Fourth of July is celebrated Across Southwest Florida and nationwide with fireworks, barbecues, patriotic events and more.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral defends decision to take down veterans memorial Several trees throughout Jaycee Park were adorned with yellow ribbons designed to honor veterans on Saturday, but by Monday, all had been removed.
FORT MYERS Boy Scouts building accessible library in front of SWFL Historical Society A local Boy Scout troop is making the world a better place one book at a time.
SANIBEL Search suspended for missing swimmer due to weather The search for a teenager who went missing while swimming at a beach in Sanibel continues as agencies expand their efforts.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Most Wanted Wednesday: Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for July 3, 2024 Here are some of Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for July 3, 2024.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers residents frustrated with constant water shortages Turning on the faucet expecting a refreshing splash only to get nothing but dry disappointment is getting tiresome for some residents.
NAPLES Lorenzo Walker Technical High School students protest closure Students showed up Monday to the Collier County school board meeting in an effort to save Lorenzo Walker Technical High School.
AVE MARIA Family of child drowning victim, Ave Maria community mourn loss A family is dealing with a tragedy in Ave Maria after a child drowned in the town’s water park.
Why Florida is experiencing a teacher shortage At the halfway point of the 2023-24 school year, the Florida Education Association reported that there were still 4,096 advertised instructional vacancies in Florida K-12 public schools.
GOLDEN GATE Man hospitalized while authorities investigate Golden Gate stabbing Authorities are investigating a stabbing in Golden Gate where a man was transported to the hospital for his injuries.
FORT MYERS Southwest Florida experienced the hottest May on record Record-high temperatures dominated the weather this spring, with Fort Myers, Punta Gorda and Naples experiencing the hottest May on record.
NAPLES Pursuit ends with man jumping into retention pond; suspect arrested A hot chase with law enforcement ended with a man jumping into a retention pond near the Naples Airport.
GOLDEN GATE CCSO investigates stabbing in Golden Gate The Collier County Sheriff’s office is investigating a stabbing in Golden Gate.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA WINK Neighborhood Watch: Animal Abuse, Drugs, and Public sex This week’s segment of WINK Neighborhood Watch features an alleged animal abuser, drug activity near a daycare and a couple caught in the act.
EAST NAPLES Lorenzo Walker Technical High School in Collier County closing As kids are beginning their summer vacation, a group of students from one school are looking ahead to the next four school years
NAPLES Homeless teens graduate high school and have big plans WINK News met a group of homeless teens who are graduating high school and have big plans for the future.