Pedestrian killed in crash on Ortiz Ave in Fort MyersVictim in Collier house party shooting identified, killer still at large
Pedestrian killed in crash on Ortiz Ave in Fort Myers Authorities are investigating a crash that killed a pedestrian Monday night in Fort Myers.
Victim in Collier house party shooting identified, killer still at large WINK News is learning the victim of a fatal house party shooting was a Collier County public school student.
ESTERO Hello Kitty Café truck coming to Estero Calling all Sanrio fans! The Hello Kitty Cafe truck will make its way to Estero in December.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral residents react as Tropicana Park construction starts Crews broke ground at Tropicana Park in Cape Coral on Monday, the first step toward the park’s future.
Body camera footage released of deputy involved crash A driver not paying attention to the road slams into several deputy patrol cars.
PUNTA GORDA Tow company denies access to boat owner after Hurricane Milton A woman’s boat sank during Hurricane Milton while she was in Michigan, but the company allegedly will not let her collect her belongings.
CAPE CORAL New billboard asks for help in solving Cape Coral cold case A new billboard towering over a busy Cape Coral intersection asks for your help in solving a 10 year old cold case.
FORT MYERS BEACH FEMA’s deadline forces tough choices for Fort Myers Beach businesses FEMA’s deadline is Monday for temporary structures like shipping containers or trailers to get off the island.
NAPLES Naples tops the U.S. News & World Report list for places to retire in 2025 at number 1 spot If you could pick a place to retire, what city would you choose?
What are the impacts to southwest Florida if the U.S. Department of Education gets eliminated? A lot of changes are in store when President-elect Donald Trump takes office in January. One of those changes is the possible dismantlement of the U.S. Department of Education.
Southwest Florida International Airport How is Spirit’s bankruptcy announcement affecting RSW travelers? Spirit Airlines is heading to bankruptcy court right as we head into the busy holiday travel season, so how would this impact Southwest Florida travelers?
Ultrasound technology shows promise for pain and depression treatment Chronic pain and treatment-resistant depression — both impact millions of people, both can be debilitating and both can leave people feeling hopeless.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral Fire Department launches annual toy drive The Cape Coral Fire Department is collecting toys and gifts for children in need this holiday season.
Bruno’s of Brooklyn opens new downtown Fort Myers location The new Bruno’s of Brooklyn Italian Eatery opens the evening of Nov. 18 at 2149 First St. in Fort Myers.
FORT MYERS BEACH FEMA deadline looms for Lee County: flood insurance discounts at risk FEMA will soon announce whether homeowners in five different areas of Lee County will keep that 25% discount on their flood insurance policies long term.
Pedestrian killed in crash on Ortiz Ave in Fort Myers Authorities are investigating a crash that killed a pedestrian Monday night in Fort Myers.
Victim in Collier house party shooting identified, killer still at large WINK News is learning the victim of a fatal house party shooting was a Collier County public school student.
ESTERO Hello Kitty Café truck coming to Estero Calling all Sanrio fans! The Hello Kitty Cafe truck will make its way to Estero in December.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral residents react as Tropicana Park construction starts Crews broke ground at Tropicana Park in Cape Coral on Monday, the first step toward the park’s future.
Body camera footage released of deputy involved crash A driver not paying attention to the road slams into several deputy patrol cars.
PUNTA GORDA Tow company denies access to boat owner after Hurricane Milton A woman’s boat sank during Hurricane Milton while she was in Michigan, but the company allegedly will not let her collect her belongings.
CAPE CORAL New billboard asks for help in solving Cape Coral cold case A new billboard towering over a busy Cape Coral intersection asks for your help in solving a 10 year old cold case.
FORT MYERS BEACH FEMA’s deadline forces tough choices for Fort Myers Beach businesses FEMA’s deadline is Monday for temporary structures like shipping containers or trailers to get off the island.
NAPLES Naples tops the U.S. News & World Report list for places to retire in 2025 at number 1 spot If you could pick a place to retire, what city would you choose?
What are the impacts to southwest Florida if the U.S. Department of Education gets eliminated? A lot of changes are in store when President-elect Donald Trump takes office in January. One of those changes is the possible dismantlement of the U.S. Department of Education.
Southwest Florida International Airport How is Spirit’s bankruptcy announcement affecting RSW travelers? Spirit Airlines is heading to bankruptcy court right as we head into the busy holiday travel season, so how would this impact Southwest Florida travelers?
Ultrasound technology shows promise for pain and depression treatment Chronic pain and treatment-resistant depression — both impact millions of people, both can be debilitating and both can leave people feeling hopeless.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral Fire Department launches annual toy drive The Cape Coral Fire Department is collecting toys and gifts for children in need this holiday season.
Bruno’s of Brooklyn opens new downtown Fort Myers location The new Bruno’s of Brooklyn Italian Eatery opens the evening of Nov. 18 at 2149 First St. in Fort Myers.
FORT MYERS BEACH FEMA deadline looms for Lee County: flood insurance discounts at risk FEMA will soon announce whether homeowners in five different areas of Lee County will keep that 25% discount on their flood insurance policies long term.
Naples doctor performs rare surgery on dolphin A dolphin has been given new life after a rare surgery performed by a Naples doctor. Dr. Benjamin Storey with Physician’s Regional saved the 9-year-old dolphin in Key Largo over the weekend after getting an unexpected call. WINK News reporter Gina Tomlinson has the story. WATCH it above.
IMMOKALEE New Immokalee welcome sign not loved by residents Immokalee has a new welcome sign, which ordinarily would be exciting. But it would seem that the community has much to say about it and not all of it is positive. “There was no culture in that sign, and I say that respectfully and sincerely,” said Isrrael Pena Jr. ” My immediate raw emotion of […]
EAST NAPLES Neighbors upset with flooding on Jeepers Drive in East Naples, want county intervention Neighbors in an East Naples neighborhood on Jeepers Drive are fed up with flooding on their street. One East Naples homeowner says, every time it rains there, water rises near her home. And, during the rainy season, she’s ready to see some solutions so it doesn’t happen again. Luz Castillo and her neighbors have to […]
IMMOKALEE Coronavirus testing ramps up in Immokalee as positive cases continue to rise More than 1,100 COVID-19 cases have been reported in Immokalee, and the state has ramped up testing to five days a week. The Florida Department of Health reported 184 positive cases in Immokalee last week – 74 in one day. Jose Segura said he’s speechless about what’s happening in his community. “In reality, I don’t […]
NAPLES Atlanta woman creates cards for seniors in Naples isolated by pandemic One Atlanta woman is brightening the day of seniors by making and sending cards to those who may feel isolated due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Lynn Buske said her mom is actually the one who gave her the idea. “My mom was telling me about some of her friends and some of the residents who […]
Collier County deputy fired after arrest for possession of child porn A Collier County deputy was fired after his arrest Saturday night on 100 counts of possession of child pornography. Rashaad A. Smith, 41, has been with the agency since 2005. Smith was arrested at his home late Saturday after a search warrant was served and evidence was seized. The CCSO arrest report states that the […]
Naples church sets up drive-in Sunday service at its new community park With the coronavirus pandemic still impacting a lot of our plans, many are having to figure out new ways to do normal activities – like going to church. Emmanuel Lutheran in Naples found one way to help people worship: They turned a 40-acre plot of land into a drive-in church. Everyone will be able to […]
COLLIER COUNTY Law enforcement on hand in Collier County during protests to keep peace Collier County deputies, firefighters and emergency medical staff were all on the scene at Seed To Table Market on Saturday as hundreds gathered, both in support of and to denounce social media comments made by owner Alfie Oakes. Keeping large quantities of people safe takes a lot of planning. “We just finished a briefing a […]
CAPE CORAL Flood Advisory expires for Lee and Collier counties A flood advisory was issued Saturday afternoon for coastal Lee and Collier counties after several inches of rain fell. The National Weather Service expired the Flash Flood Warning for west central Collier County at 7:45 p.m. In Lee County, the Cape Coral area was also impacted by heavy rainfall, and some people headed out to […]
COLLIER COUNTY Crowds gather at Seed to Table in Collier County for protests Two different protests were held Saturday at the Seed to Table Market in North Naples. One was organized by the store owner, Alfie Oakes, for “All Lives Matter.” The other was meant to draw attention to Oakes for what many describe as a racist social media post. More than a thousand people came to support […]