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.
GOLDEN GATE CITY St. Matthew’s House opens new food distribution site near East Naples St. Matthew’s House is excited to announce its newest food distribution site at Golden Gate High School in Naples. The site will be open every Tuesday from 9 a.m. to noon for those in the community to come and get food. Many families in Collier County have reached out to St. Matthew’s House to express […]
NAPLES Businesses in Naples forced to re-close after employees test positive for coronavirus An employee at the Naples location of Tommy Bahama has tested positive for COVID-19 this week. To keep other employees, their families and the community safe, they have announced that the location at 1220 3rd Street South will be closing. “We’d rather be on the overly cautious side versus the alternative and I think that’s […]
WINK NEWS Naples man dies in South Carolina skydiving accident A Naples man died while skydiving over weekend in Chester County, South Carolina. The coroner told WINK News they determined 20-year-old Justin Swaggerty died from the fall and his chute did deploy. Media in the Carolinas report Swaggerty missed the landing target and hit the propeller of a plane on the ground. Swaggerty died while […]
COLLIER COUNTY Protesters plan to appear at Seed To Table after owner’s controversial comments A protest is planned at Seed to Table in Collier County Saturday. This is following some controversial comments made by Owner Alfie Oakes about the Black Lives Matter movement stating that it’s a “hoax.” Some say this isn’t new behavior from him. “Anyone that’s lived in SWFL long enough knows about Alfie,” said Kris Knudson […]
WINK NEWS WINK Survey: What people are spending less on during the pandemic The coronavirus is impacting the way we spend. Almost 80% of participants who took a WINK News survey said they’re spending less. We learned how a community member is making ends meet and the one change she’s making permanent Monday. Brenda Golec is getting good by making things stretch. “I’ve been better at shopping in […]
COLLIER COUNTY Oakes Farms owner under fire for comments on pandemic, Black Lives Matter More than 6,500 people have signed a petition for Lee and Collier county school districts to cut ties with its vendor, Oakes Farms. The petition comes after the Naples business’ owner, Alfie Oakes, made a controversial Facebook post calling the COVID-19 pandemic and the Black Lives Matter movement hoaxes. Both school districts said they know […]
WINK NEWS SWFL dog owner says possible serious side effects from flea/tick medication A Southwest Florida pet owner has a warning for others about possible side effects from a popular flea and tick medication. The local dog owner says people’s dogs could end up with lost mobility and limping. We also spoke to a veterinarian about the commonality of these side effects. Pet owner Joe Brewster says his […]
COLLIER COUNTY State nursing homes approach COVID-19 testing deadline There is a big deadline approaching Florida, as 700 nursing homes statewide must test all of their workers and residents for the coronavirus by Friday. And it looks like it’ll go right down to the wire. We visited ManorCare in East Naples Monday, where we spoke to a woman who says her mom, who lives […]
NAPLES Former Collier County deputy shares ‘miracle’ return to music David Jolicoeur believes in miracles, and that the reason he’s alive today is because he experienced a miracle of his own. Jolicoeur worked for the Collier County Sheriff’s Office for 20 years, earning various badges and awards for his service in law enforcement. In April of 2019, his life changed. “I had a pretty bad […]
COLLIER COUNTY Boys and Girls Club of Collier County taking precautions to prepare for summer program Monday is the first full week of summer break for students in Southwest Florida, and one community resource is coming to the rescue of many families. The good news is the Boys and Girls Club of Collier County’s Naples and Immokalee locations can accept a few more students for their summer program. The kids we […]