Industry Standard, BrAva Pizza launch in Bonita SpringsBreeze Airways chooses RSW as new base of operations
Industry Standard, BrAva Pizza launch in Bonita Springs A new chef-driven dining venue has transformed the former space of The Causeway, a short-lived food hall that closed this spring in Bonita Springs.
Breeze Airways chooses RSW as new base of operations Breeze Airways, an airline less than 4 years old that began with three destinations out of the region, chose Southwest Florida International Airport as a new base of operations.
FORT MYERS Caught on video: man with gun arrested for trespassing Walmart roof during Helene A new video shows a strange discovery: a man on the roof of a Walmart armed with a gun.
(AP News) How Trump credits an immigration chart for saving his life and what the graphic is missing Ever since the assassination attempt at his rally in Pennsylvania, Donald Trump has professed a unique fondness for a bar chart.
WASHINGTON (AP) Liz Cheney will campaign with Harris in Wisconsin while Trump holds a rally in Michigan Liz Cheney, one of Donald Trump’s fiercest Republican antagonists, will join Democrat Kamala Harris at a campaign event in Wisconsin.
FORT MYERS Man wanted for armed robbery in Fort Myers Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers is seeking information on a man wanted for an armed robbery in Fort Myers.
COLLIER COUNTY FDLE releases new image of missing double-amputee Collier teen The Florida Department of Law Enforcement released a new image of a double-amputee teenager who remains missing from Collier County.
DeSantis issues several executive orders following Helene, including rental restrictions Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has issued an executive order lifting rental restrictions to accommodate those affected by Hurricane Helene.
CAPE CORAL Fort Myers woman accused of stealing, selling boat and trailer A woman has been arrested after allegedly stealing a boat and trailer and trying to sell it off by forging the owner’s signature.
Lee County Supervisor of Elections to mail sample ballots The Lee County Supervisor of Elections will soon begin sending out mail sample ballots for the upcoming 2024 election.
The Weather Authority The Weather Authority: More rain and storms this Thursday afternoon and evening The Weather Authority is tracking more rain and storms this Thursday, possibly heavily impacting some areas this afternoon.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers CRA discusses downtown expansion On Wednesday, the Fort Myers Community Redevelopment Agency discussed an expansion of the area they oversee.
PUNTA GORDA Punta Gorda couple salvages what’s left after dramatic rescue A Punta Gorda couple is awaiting FEMA assistance after dealing with damage from Helene.
BOCA GRANDE Rebuilding after Hurricane Helene and avoiding contractor pitfalls Neighbors across Southwest Florida and beyond are picking up the pieces and assessing the damage left by Hurricane Helene.
PORT CHARLOTTE Areas of Port Charlotte flooded due to heavy rain Some areas of Port Charlotte are underwater after heavy rain Wednesday evening.
Industry Standard, BrAva Pizza launch in Bonita Springs A new chef-driven dining venue has transformed the former space of The Causeway, a short-lived food hall that closed this spring in Bonita Springs.
Breeze Airways chooses RSW as new base of operations Breeze Airways, an airline less than 4 years old that began with three destinations out of the region, chose Southwest Florida International Airport as a new base of operations.
FORT MYERS Caught on video: man with gun arrested for trespassing Walmart roof during Helene A new video shows a strange discovery: a man on the roof of a Walmart armed with a gun.
(AP News) How Trump credits an immigration chart for saving his life and what the graphic is missing Ever since the assassination attempt at his rally in Pennsylvania, Donald Trump has professed a unique fondness for a bar chart.
WASHINGTON (AP) Liz Cheney will campaign with Harris in Wisconsin while Trump holds a rally in Michigan Liz Cheney, one of Donald Trump’s fiercest Republican antagonists, will join Democrat Kamala Harris at a campaign event in Wisconsin.
FORT MYERS Man wanted for armed robbery in Fort Myers Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers is seeking information on a man wanted for an armed robbery in Fort Myers.
COLLIER COUNTY FDLE releases new image of missing double-amputee Collier teen The Florida Department of Law Enforcement released a new image of a double-amputee teenager who remains missing from Collier County.
DeSantis issues several executive orders following Helene, including rental restrictions Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has issued an executive order lifting rental restrictions to accommodate those affected by Hurricane Helene.
CAPE CORAL Fort Myers woman accused of stealing, selling boat and trailer A woman has been arrested after allegedly stealing a boat and trailer and trying to sell it off by forging the owner’s signature.
Lee County Supervisor of Elections to mail sample ballots The Lee County Supervisor of Elections will soon begin sending out mail sample ballots for the upcoming 2024 election.
The Weather Authority The Weather Authority: More rain and storms this Thursday afternoon and evening The Weather Authority is tracking more rain and storms this Thursday, possibly heavily impacting some areas this afternoon.
FORT MYERS Fort Myers CRA discusses downtown expansion On Wednesday, the Fort Myers Community Redevelopment Agency discussed an expansion of the area they oversee.
PUNTA GORDA Punta Gorda couple salvages what’s left after dramatic rescue A Punta Gorda couple is awaiting FEMA assistance after dealing with damage from Helene.
BOCA GRANDE Rebuilding after Hurricane Helene and avoiding contractor pitfalls Neighbors across Southwest Florida and beyond are picking up the pieces and assessing the damage left by Hurricane Helene.
PORT CHARLOTTE Areas of Port Charlotte flooded due to heavy rain Some areas of Port Charlotte are underwater after heavy rain Wednesday evening.
TALLAHASSEE (NSF) Floridians have cast more than 6.4M ballots so far With the general election a week away, more than 6.4 million ballots had been cast through the mail and at early voting sites as of Tuesday morning, according to the Florida Division of Elections. In all, 6,440,993 voters had cast ballots, with 3,907,285 by mail and 2,533,708 at early voting sites. Democrats retained a lead […]
LEE COUNTY Sanibel Captiva Community Bank accepting school supply donations Sanibel Captiva Community Bank is accepting school supply donations at all eight of its Lee County branches in partnership with the Foundation for Lee County Public Schools and Children’s Advocacy Center. Through Aug. 1, school supplies and backpacks will be collected to support Lee County educators and local children facing hardships as they prepare to […]
COLLIER COUNTY State-supported COVID-19 testing sites set to close temporarily due potential storm impacts Due to Southwest Florida being within the cone of uncertainty for Possible Tropical Cyclone #9 as of Wednesday, a number of COVID-19 testing sites in the region will be shut down temporarily. The question is will they remain closed through the weekend because of the storm? We’re waiting for word from the health department. On […]
WINK NEWS Sunday’s Coronavirus Updates: 5,436 new cases, 96 new deaths reported As of 2 p.m. Sunday, there have been 1,827,373 positive cases of the coronavirus recorded in the state. The case count includes 1,794,155 Florida residents and 33,218 non-Florida residents. There are 28,779 Florida resident deaths reported, 496 non-resident deaths, and 76,109 hospitalizations at some point during illness, according to the Florida Department of Health. According […]
HENDRY COUNTY Man arrested for vehicular homicide in September Hendry County crash A 32-year-old Clewiston man was arrested Monday in connection to a fatal wreck in Hendry County back in September 2019, according to Florida Highway Patrol. Larry Gerome Willis was arrested for vehicular homicide as well as driving with a suspended license. On Sept. 7 around 1:48 p.m., Willis was headed eastbound, negotiating a curve on […]
WINK NEWS Monday’s Coronavirus Updates: 1,700 new cases, 147 new deaths reported As of 2 p.m. Monday, there have been 1,910,921 positive cases of the coronavirus recorded in the state. The case count includes 1,875,818 Florida residents and 35,103 non-Florida residents. There are 30,999 Florida resident deaths reported, 557 non-resident deaths, and 79,426 hospitalizations at some point during illness, according to the Florida Department of Health. According […]
WINK NEWS Sunday’s Coronavirus Updates: 5,539 new cases, 118 new deaths reported As of 2 p.m. Sunday, there have been 1,909,221 positive cases of the coronavirus recorded in the state. The case count includes 1,874,154 Florida residents and 35,067 non-Florida residents. There are 30,852 Florida resident deaths reported, 554 non-resident deaths, and 79,344 hospitalizations at some point during illness, according to the Florida Department of Health. According […]
WINK News July 4 events in Southwest Florida Below is a list of Fourth of July events in Southwest Florida. Don’t forget to practice fireworks safety while with your friends and family.
WINK NEWS Saturday’s Coronavirus Updates: 5,459 new cases, 110 new deaths reported As of 2:30 p.m. Saturday, there have been 1,903,682 positive cases of the coronavirus recorded in the state. The case count includes 1,868,769 Florida residents and 34,913 non-Florida residents. There are 30,734 Florida resident deaths reported, 546 non-resident deaths, and 79,242 hospitalizations at some point during illness, according to the Florida Department of Health. According […]
WINK NEWS Wednesday’s Coronavirus Updates: 7,537 new cases, 160 new deaths reported As of 2 p.m. Wednesday, there have been 1,798,280 positive cases of the coronavirus recorded in the state. The case count includes 1,765,659 Florida residents and 32,621 non-Florida residents. There are 28,208 Florida resident deaths reported, 483 non-resident deaths, and 75,162 hospitalizations at some point during illness, according to the Florida Department of Health. According […]