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Steinhatchee Streaming Now: Gov. DeSantis holds news conference in Steinhatchee Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is set to hold a news conference in Steinhatchee.
The Weather Authority The Weather Authority: Isolated rain and storms for your Monday afternoon The Weather Authority is tracking isolated rain and storms following a dry and sunny start to your Monday.
Charlotte County allowing temporary RVs and mobile homes after Hurricane Helene Charlotte County is now allowing people to live in an RV or mobile home on their property for the next three years.
Fatal crash involving wrong way driver on I-75 in Lee County The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating a fatal wrong-way crash that occurred on the northbound lanes of Interstate 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.
Steinhatchee Streaming Now: Gov. DeSantis holds news conference in Steinhatchee Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is set to hold a news conference in Steinhatchee.
The Weather Authority The Weather Authority: Isolated rain and storms for your Monday afternoon The Weather Authority is tracking isolated rain and storms following a dry and sunny start to your Monday.
Charlotte County allowing temporary RVs and mobile homes after Hurricane Helene Charlotte County is now allowing people to live in an RV or mobile home on their property for the next three years.
Fatal crash involving wrong way driver on I-75 in Lee County The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating a fatal wrong-way crash that occurred on the northbound lanes of Interstate 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.
LABELLE LaBelle man sentenced 40 years for armed robbery at pawn shop A LaBelle man has been sentenced to 40 years in prison for a 2021 armed robbery of a pawn shop in Hendry County. The State Attorney’s Office says Raynaldo Ray Quiroga, 37, was sentenced after being found guilty of robbery, brandishing a firearm during a crime of violence, possessing stolen firearms, and possessing a firearm […]
WINK NEWS Twitter accounts to follow during hurricane season You already know to trust WINK News Weather Authority with our local forecast and local impacts, but you can also use many other social media accounts to prepare as well. If you’re on Twitter, follow these accounts so you can get updates and safety information during the most dangerous season of the year. WINK News […]
CLEWISTON Health department issues rabies alert in Hendry County Florida Department of Health in Hendry County (DOH-Hendry) issued a rabies alert for the Clewiston area recently. This is in response to a dog that tested positive July 13. According to DOH-Hendry, all residents and visitors in Hendry County should be aware that rabies is present in the wild animal population, and domestic animals are […]
HENDRY COUNTY North Miami woman dies in Hendry County crash The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating a crash that left one woman dead and four other people injured. According to troopers, the 38-year-old woman who died was from North Miami and a passenger in an SUV driven by a 42-year-old Miami woman. The driver and a 41-year-old woman, both of Miami, sustained minor injuries. The […]
HENDRY COUNTY FDOH to host mobile vaccine clinics in Hendry County The Florida Department of Health is holding mobile COVID-19 vaccination clinics in Hendry County. Walk-in clinics will be held in LaBelle, Clewiston and Moore Haven, and you can choose from the Pfizer vaccine for ages 12 and older or the Johnson & Johnson vaccine for ages 18 and older. The clinic will also provide free […]
COLLIER COUNTY Workers in Collier County discuss the need for affordable housing A fight for affordable housing for the workforce is underway in Collier County after commissioners repealed the ordinance requiring a 60-day notice of any substantial rent hike. Industries in the county are now gathering to discuss how workers are getting pushed out because of the skyrocketing rent prices. Workers are trying to get the attention […]
LABELLE Moore Haven man arrested in connection with 2019 murder of Bee Love The Hendry County Sheriff’s Office said they have arrested someone involved in the death of 23-year-old Bee Love but they have not captured the killer. Love, a transgender woman, was found burned in a vehicle in the Harlem neighborhood of Clewiston in September of 2019. Hendry County Sheriff Steve Whidden said they arrested Marcus Lynell […]
HENDRY COUNTY FHP investigates vehicle crash involving a Hendry County sheriff’s vehicle The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating a crash involving a Hendry County sheriff’s vehicle on Thursday night. According to a news release, the traffic crash occurred at the intersection of State Road 29 and Park Avenue at around 10:15 p.m. Troopers said a Chevrolet Trailblazer was stopped for a stop sign on Park Avenue at […]
HARLEM HEIGHTS Habitat for Humanity, FGCU softball team raise walls of future home for family Habitat for Humanity and the Florida Gulf Coast University softball team came together on Saturday morning to help one family get closer to having a home. The team volunteered its time to help raise the walls of the future Harlem Heights home of a mother and daughter who have been living in overcrowded conditions. Daniela […]
HENDRY COUNTY Man arrested after Hendry deputy sees him slamming, kicking dog A 60-year-old man was arrested after a deputy witnessed him abusing one of his dogs. According to an arrest report, Emette Miles was arrested by the Hendry County Sheriff’s Office on Dec. 26 after a deputy who was patrolling an area saw him slam a dog on the ground. Miles also repeatedly kicked the dog, […]