1 dead after head-on crash on I-75 According to the Florida Highway Patrol, a crash left one dead on I-75.
FORT MYERS BEACH Final day of Island Hopper Fest held despite effects from Helene The last day of the 10th annual Island Hopper Songwriter Festival was held on Fort Myers Beach Sunday afternoon.
FORT MYERS BEACH Sen. Rick Scott visits Fort Myers Beach in the wake of Helene Sen. Rick Scott traveled to Fort Myers Beach to survey the damage following Helene.
Distribution center provides aid for those affected by Helene Charlotte County received a bit of relief Sunday after being hit by Helene.
Death toll rises from Helene while supplies are rushed to North Carolina and Florida digs out The U.S. Southeast grappled Sunday with rising death tolls, a lack of vital supplies in isolated, flood-stricken areas and the widespread loss of homes and property while the devastating toll of Hurricane Helene became more clear and officials warned of a lengthy and difficult rebuild.
FEMA assistance available for some affected by Hurricane Helene Florida homeowners and renters in counties with uninsured damage or losses caused by Hurricane Helene may be eligible for FEMA disaster assistance.
SANIBEL Sanibel Fire & Rescue District traveling to assist with Helene relief The Sanibel Fire & Rescue District sent a crew to Perry, FL, early Sunday morning to assist with disaster relief following Hurricane Helene.
FORT MYERS Man accused of filming woman in Target dressing room A man is being accused of videotaping a woman while she was trying on clothes at a Fort Myers Target on Friday.
BONITA SPRINGS Man arrested in Bonita Springs for stabbing A man has been arrested in Bonita Springs after allegedly stabbing someone.
southwest florida WINK Neighborhood Watch: Animal abuse, grand theft auto and spousal murder This week’s segment of WINK Neighborhood Watch features animal abuse, grand theft auto and a man murdering his wife.
President Biden approves Florida disaster declaration President Biden approved a Florida disaster declaration after Hurricane Helene left a wake of destruction.
NAPLES Crash in Collier County leaves car in canal and driver dead A traffic crash occurred in Naples on 12th Avenue Northeast near Wilson Boulevard.
SANIBEL Sanibel couple remaining hopeful following damage from Helene A Sanibel couple is remaining hopeful after flooding impacted their home during Helene Thursday night.
SANIBEL Sanibel residents recovering from Helene two years after Ian Due to Helene, The City of Sanibel has postponed a two-year Ian celebration and turned the event into a cleanup.
FORT MYERS BEACH Fort Myers Beach seeking to avoid unnecessary traffic after Helene The town of Fort Myers Beach is asking some people not to visit the island.
1 dead after head-on crash on I-75 According to the Florida Highway Patrol, a crash left one dead on I-75.
FORT MYERS BEACH Final day of Island Hopper Fest held despite effects from Helene The last day of the 10th annual Island Hopper Songwriter Festival was held on Fort Myers Beach Sunday afternoon.
FORT MYERS BEACH Sen. Rick Scott visits Fort Myers Beach in the wake of Helene Sen. Rick Scott traveled to Fort Myers Beach to survey the damage following Helene.
Distribution center provides aid for those affected by Helene Charlotte County received a bit of relief Sunday after being hit by Helene.
Death toll rises from Helene while supplies are rushed to North Carolina and Florida digs out The U.S. Southeast grappled Sunday with rising death tolls, a lack of vital supplies in isolated, flood-stricken areas and the widespread loss of homes and property while the devastating toll of Hurricane Helene became more clear and officials warned of a lengthy and difficult rebuild.
FEMA assistance available for some affected by Hurricane Helene Florida homeowners and renters in counties with uninsured damage or losses caused by Hurricane Helene may be eligible for FEMA disaster assistance.
SANIBEL Sanibel Fire & Rescue District traveling to assist with Helene relief The Sanibel Fire & Rescue District sent a crew to Perry, FL, early Sunday morning to assist with disaster relief following Hurricane Helene.
FORT MYERS Man accused of filming woman in Target dressing room A man is being accused of videotaping a woman while she was trying on clothes at a Fort Myers Target on Friday.
BONITA SPRINGS Man arrested in Bonita Springs for stabbing A man has been arrested in Bonita Springs after allegedly stabbing someone.
southwest florida WINK Neighborhood Watch: Animal abuse, grand theft auto and spousal murder This week’s segment of WINK Neighborhood Watch features animal abuse, grand theft auto and a man murdering his wife.
President Biden approves Florida disaster declaration President Biden approved a Florida disaster declaration after Hurricane Helene left a wake of destruction.
NAPLES Crash in Collier County leaves car in canal and driver dead A traffic crash occurred in Naples on 12th Avenue Northeast near Wilson Boulevard.
SANIBEL Sanibel couple remaining hopeful following damage from Helene A Sanibel couple is remaining hopeful after flooding impacted their home during Helene Thursday night.
SANIBEL Sanibel residents recovering from Helene two years after Ian Due to Helene, The City of Sanibel has postponed a two-year Ian celebration and turned the event into a cleanup.
FORT MYERS BEACH Fort Myers Beach seeking to avoid unnecessary traffic after Helene The town of Fort Myers Beach is asking some people not to visit the island.
FORT MYERS Dunbar Easter parade brings community together The Dunbar Festival Committee put on its annual Easter Parade Sunday afternoon. The parade highlighted local businesses and organizations in the community. Organizers say it’s a chance to not only showcase the community, but to celebrate the holiday together as one. Hear from festival organizers in the clip above. Organizers say they’re already looking for […]
11 Ways to Save Money on Groceries Like it or not, buying groceries is a part of life. But paying top dollar for your weekly supermarket trip doesn’t have to be a given. If you’re feeling sticker shock at the store, here are tips from NerdWallet.com on ways to free up some of the money you’re spending on food so you can […]
VATICAN CITY ‘Hope and dignity:’ Pope calls for peace in Easter message On Christianity’s most joyful day, Pope Francis called for peace in a world marked by war and conflict, “beginning with the beloved and long-suffering land of Syria” and extending to Israel, where 15 Palestinians were killed on the Israeli-Gaza border two days before Easter Sunday. Francis reflected on the power of Christianity’s core belief – […]
Bikers, Easter bunny to surprise children at Fort Myers hospital Hundreds of bikers will bring Easter cheer to children Saturday morning at the Golisano Children’s Hospital. Registration for the 15th Annual Bunny Toy Run takes place from 8:30 a.m. to 10:45 a.m. at Six Bends Harley-Davidson on 9501 Thunder Road in Fort Myers. Kickstands will go up at 11 a.m. when all bikers head over […]
Collier County Brush fire scorches about 7,000 acres in Everglades Crews are working to extinguish a 7,000-acre brush fire in the Everglades, according to North Collier Fire Rescue District. The fire is located south of Alligator Alley and is closer to the Broward County line, but is still located in Collier County, fire officials said. An easterly shift in the winds is expected to impact […]
Dunbar Easter Parade to cause road closures Sunday; step off at 3 p.m. Fort Myers residents will celebrate Easter at the 74th Annual Parade at 3 p.m. on April 1. The Fort Myers Police Department will close the following roads beginning at 2:15 p.m. for the parade: Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard from Ford Street to Evans Avenue Cranford Avenue from Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard to […]
FORT MYERS “Four’easter” to hit East Coast, cancels dozens of local flights Southwest Florida International Airport will deal with canceled flights due to the upcoming nor’easter on Wednesday. WINK News reporter Jessica Alpern was live at RSW as people were handling canceled incoming and departing flights. For an active list of canceled and delayed flights, visit the RSW website here. Spring nor’easter targets Northeast with heavy snow, […]
Mother finds comfort in SWFL chapter of ‘Parents of Murdered Children’ A mother continues her search for answers, 16 years after her 34-year-old son was murdered in Miami. Barbara Brewer keeps the memory of her son, Duane, close to her heart. She recalls him as a talented baseball and basketball player. “Duane was an amazing young man. Even as a child he was … he always […]
FORT MYERS Vice President Mike Pence has departed Sanibel to head back to D.C. You may notice traffic get a little crowded this afternoon. Vice President Mike Pence headed back to Washington today making his way by motorcade from Sanibel to Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW). Pence and his wife arrived in Sanibel last Thursday for their Easter vacation. A temporary flight restriction was issued over RSW from 11:45 […]
FORT MYERS Vice President Mike Pence to arrive in SWFL Thursday Vice President Pence will be coming Thursday to visit Sanibel Island, according to the National Business Aviation Administration. The “temporary flight restrictions” will span across three nautical miles in Lee County from 1:45 p.m. to 3 p.m., according to the Federal Aviation Administration. Pilots will be prohibited from flying during this time. Pence will be […]