Naples City Council awards $23.4M for pier rebuild The 136-year-old Naples Pier will undergo a seventh transformation after City Council unanimously approved a nearly $23.46 million construction contract to rebuild the pier after Hurricane Ian destroyed it two years ago.
Collier women arrested for possession of fentanyl Two women have been arrested for possession of fentanyl during a routine traffic stop by deputies.
WASHINGTON (AP) Some of the most notable quotes from the JD Vance-Tim Walz vice presidential debate The first and only vice presidential debate between Ohio Senator JD Vance and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz featured an often orderly, policy-focused and even civil dialogue between the two men seeking to serve as the next president’s second in command.
FORT MYERS Caloosahatchee Bridge exit ramp closure The southbound exit loop ramp from the Caloosahatchee Bridge will be closed for the next four weeks for planned construction work.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers man sentenced for distributing, possessing child sex abuse media A Fort Myers man has been sentenced to 40 years in prison for distributing and possessing child sex abuse media.
FORT MYERS BEACH Fort Myers Beach condos still under construction 2 years after Hurricane Ian As condos are turned into construction zones, the impacts from Hurricane Ian are still evident two years later.
MADEIRA BEACH Gov. DeSantis provides recovery efforts update following Hurricane Helene Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis provided an update regarding recovery efforts following the impact of Hurricane Helene.
WINK NEWS Bipartisan school safety legislation introduced to develop emergency parental notifications New bi-partisan school safety legislation was introduced Tuesday to streamline parent communication during emergencies.
The Weather Authority Scattered rain and storms Wednesday afternoon and evening The Weather Authority is tracking scattered rain and storms throughout this Wednesday afternoon, dropping temperatures slightly.
CAMPAIGN CENTRAL Tim Walz and JD Vance face off in VP debate WINK News is campaign central, and on Tuesday night, all eyes are focused on the debate stage in New York, where the vice presidential candidates are facing off in their only debate.
PUNTA GORDA Charlotte County couple rescued from rooftop by stranger Hurricane Helene battered Charlotte County with heavy rain and wind, and many neighbors watched as water flooded into their homes.
CAPE CORAL WINK Investigates: For the first time, Beattie Development owner Paul Beattie speaks out during liquidation after allegations On Tuesday for the first time, Paul Beattie, owner of Beattie Development, who a lot of people say owe them a lot of money, is speaking out.
FORT MYERS Local Rabbi and Israeli soldier speak on Iran missile attack Israeli authorities said Iran launched dozens of missiles at the country.
PORT CHARLOTTE “It was just a monster in disguise,” Port Charlotte couple cleans up after Helene Wesley and Karen Wingate will never forget what they had for dinner September 27th.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA IRS announces tax relief for those affected by Helene The IRS has just announced tax relief for people affected by Hurricane Helene.
Naples City Council awards $23.4M for pier rebuild The 136-year-old Naples Pier will undergo a seventh transformation after City Council unanimously approved a nearly $23.46 million construction contract to rebuild the pier after Hurricane Ian destroyed it two years ago.
Collier women arrested for possession of fentanyl Two women have been arrested for possession of fentanyl during a routine traffic stop by deputies.
WASHINGTON (AP) Some of the most notable quotes from the JD Vance-Tim Walz vice presidential debate The first and only vice presidential debate between Ohio Senator JD Vance and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz featured an often orderly, policy-focused and even civil dialogue between the two men seeking to serve as the next president’s second in command.
FORT MYERS Caloosahatchee Bridge exit ramp closure The southbound exit loop ramp from the Caloosahatchee Bridge will be closed for the next four weeks for planned construction work.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers man sentenced for distributing, possessing child sex abuse media A Fort Myers man has been sentenced to 40 years in prison for distributing and possessing child sex abuse media.
FORT MYERS BEACH Fort Myers Beach condos still under construction 2 years after Hurricane Ian As condos are turned into construction zones, the impacts from Hurricane Ian are still evident two years later.
MADEIRA BEACH Gov. DeSantis provides recovery efforts update following Hurricane Helene Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis provided an update regarding recovery efforts following the impact of Hurricane Helene.
WINK NEWS Bipartisan school safety legislation introduced to develop emergency parental notifications New bi-partisan school safety legislation was introduced Tuesday to streamline parent communication during emergencies.
The Weather Authority Scattered rain and storms Wednesday afternoon and evening The Weather Authority is tracking scattered rain and storms throughout this Wednesday afternoon, dropping temperatures slightly.
CAMPAIGN CENTRAL Tim Walz and JD Vance face off in VP debate WINK News is campaign central, and on Tuesday night, all eyes are focused on the debate stage in New York, where the vice presidential candidates are facing off in their only debate.
PUNTA GORDA Charlotte County couple rescued from rooftop by stranger Hurricane Helene battered Charlotte County with heavy rain and wind, and many neighbors watched as water flooded into their homes.
CAPE CORAL WINK Investigates: For the first time, Beattie Development owner Paul Beattie speaks out during liquidation after allegations On Tuesday for the first time, Paul Beattie, owner of Beattie Development, who a lot of people say owe them a lot of money, is speaking out.
FORT MYERS Local Rabbi and Israeli soldier speak on Iran missile attack Israeli authorities said Iran launched dozens of missiles at the country.
PORT CHARLOTTE “It was just a monster in disguise,” Port Charlotte couple cleans up after Helene Wesley and Karen Wingate will never forget what they had for dinner September 27th.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA IRS announces tax relief for those affected by Helene The IRS has just announced tax relief for people affected by Hurricane Helene.
Florida Attorney General’s Office sent nearly $71,000 to a suspected imposter Anyone can fall victim to cyber attacks, including the government. The Florida Attorney General’s Office paid nearly $71,000 to someone pretending to be from a law firm they worked with. Now the Office is trying to get its money back.
NAPLES 4 suspected Ulta Beauty thieves arrested after fleeing from Collier deputies Four Tampa residents have been arrested after allegedly stealing from a Naples Ulta Beauty store and then leading deputies on a chase.
State turns down additional federal funds for summer feeding programs The state of Florida is turning down Federal funding that would provide extra cash to feed kids this summer, leaving local summer feeding programs in a tough spot.
WINK NEWS Jury recommends death for man who killed 5 women at Sebring bank The jury is recommending the judge consider the death penalty for the man who executed five women in a Sebring bank.
WINK NEWS More than 150 laws will take effect in Florida in July; what to look out for Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis traveled throughout the state during the 2024 legislative session to announce and sign dozens of bills.
FGCU professor agrees with US Surgeon General: gun violence is a public health crisis Gun violence: We’ve seen it here firsthand in southwest Florida. Many agree gun violence is a growing problem in the United States. Now, the U.S. Surgeon General is calling it a crisis.
WINK NEWS Closing arguments tomorrow in penalty trial for man convicted of killing 5 women at Sebring bank A jury will decide whether the man convicted of killing five women at a Sebring bank should get life or death.
Social media platforms could soon have warning labels for kids Social media is a Hotspot for entertainment and interaction. So much so, that rising eighth grader Mason Berg just wont let his phone go.
Rip currents take the lives of six individuals across Florida beaches Rip currents can be deadly. Within a week in Florida, 5 people drowned because of rip currents.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA WINK Neighborhood Watch: Grand Theft Auto, Murder, and Fast Food This weeks segment of WINK neighborhood watch features a stolen ambulance, a suspected murderer, and a drive-through disaster.