Southwest Florida Saharan Dust moving toward Florida We are seeing the largest plume so far this summer of Saharan Dust.
WASHINGTON (AP) Biden concedes debate fumbles but declares he will defend democracy; Dems stick by him — for now President Joe Biden forcefully tried on Friday to quell Democratic anxieties over his unsteady showing in his debate with former President Donald Trump, as elected members of his party closed ranks around him in an effort to shut down talk of replacing him atop the ticket.
The Weather Authority Invest 95L reaches 100% chance of further development The Weather Authority is currently tracking Invest 95L in the Central Atlantic as the formation chance has now reached 100%.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral man accused of preying on minor on internet A man from Cape Coral has been arrested after allegedly preying on a young boy on the internet back in May.
FORT MYERS RSW to add Canada airline service in the Fall The Southwest Florida International Airport announced the addition of Toronto-based Porter Airlines to operate a seasonal route.
PUNTA GORDA Woman dead, deputy hospitalized in yesterday’s crash on Oil Well Road Two vehicles crashed, including a Collier County Sheriff’s Office vehicle, and one driver died after a crash on Oil Well Road Thursday afternoon.
WINK NEWS Fourth of July events across Southwest Florida The Fourth of July is celebrated Across Southwest Florida and nationwide with fireworks, barbecues, patriotic events and more.
NORTH FORT MYERS Brooke Hankinson kicking down barriers for North Fort Myers football Nothing intimidates North Fort Myers senior kicker Brooke Hankinson, not even playing football with the boys.
FORT MYERS SWFL reacts to the presidential debate Whether you’re rooting for Former President Donald Trump or President Joe Biden, or you just can’t choose a side, everyone has an opinion about this debate.
VENICE Teacher arrested for alleged sexual misconduct with student The Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office arrested a man for allegedly engaging in sexual misconduct with a student.
Funeral procession held for Collier County detective The Collier County Sheriff’s Office is honoring one of its own as a funeral procession is being held for Detective Kerry Sill.
The Weather Authority Inland rain storms for your Friday afternoon The Weather Authority is tracking high afternoon temperatures and inland rain showers throughout the early evening on Friday.
FORT MYERS Christopher Davis to be held without bond ahead of murder trial for missing boyfriend Christopher Davis, who stands accused of killing his boyfriend Barry Schmalbach, is in court for a bond hearing.
CAPE CORAL Groundbreaking for Festival Park in Cape Coral set for July The City of Cape Coral announced the groundbreaking ceremony date for Festival Park at 1100 Wilmington Parkway.
WINK NEWS Sheriff: deputies investigating a homicide in Three Oaks Park, shooter at large Deputies are searching for a shooter who killed a man in the Three Oaks Parks community.
Southwest Florida Saharan Dust moving toward Florida We are seeing the largest plume so far this summer of Saharan Dust.
WASHINGTON (AP) Biden concedes debate fumbles but declares he will defend democracy; Dems stick by him — for now President Joe Biden forcefully tried on Friday to quell Democratic anxieties over his unsteady showing in his debate with former President Donald Trump, as elected members of his party closed ranks around him in an effort to shut down talk of replacing him atop the ticket.
The Weather Authority Invest 95L reaches 100% chance of further development The Weather Authority is currently tracking Invest 95L in the Central Atlantic as the formation chance has now reached 100%.
CAPE CORAL Cape Coral man accused of preying on minor on internet A man from Cape Coral has been arrested after allegedly preying on a young boy on the internet back in May.
FORT MYERS RSW to add Canada airline service in the Fall The Southwest Florida International Airport announced the addition of Toronto-based Porter Airlines to operate a seasonal route.
PUNTA GORDA Woman dead, deputy hospitalized in yesterday’s crash on Oil Well Road Two vehicles crashed, including a Collier County Sheriff’s Office vehicle, and one driver died after a crash on Oil Well Road Thursday afternoon.
WINK NEWS Fourth of July events across Southwest Florida The Fourth of July is celebrated Across Southwest Florida and nationwide with fireworks, barbecues, patriotic events and more.
NORTH FORT MYERS Brooke Hankinson kicking down barriers for North Fort Myers football Nothing intimidates North Fort Myers senior kicker Brooke Hankinson, not even playing football with the boys.
FORT MYERS SWFL reacts to the presidential debate Whether you’re rooting for Former President Donald Trump or President Joe Biden, or you just can’t choose a side, everyone has an opinion about this debate.
VENICE Teacher arrested for alleged sexual misconduct with student The Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office arrested a man for allegedly engaging in sexual misconduct with a student.
Funeral procession held for Collier County detective The Collier County Sheriff’s Office is honoring one of its own as a funeral procession is being held for Detective Kerry Sill.
The Weather Authority Inland rain storms for your Friday afternoon The Weather Authority is tracking high afternoon temperatures and inland rain showers throughout the early evening on Friday.
FORT MYERS Christopher Davis to be held without bond ahead of murder trial for missing boyfriend Christopher Davis, who stands accused of killing his boyfriend Barry Schmalbach, is in court for a bond hearing.
CAPE CORAL Groundbreaking for Festival Park in Cape Coral set for July The City of Cape Coral announced the groundbreaking ceremony date for Festival Park at 1100 Wilmington Parkway.
WINK NEWS Sheriff: deputies investigating a homicide in Three Oaks Park, shooter at large Deputies are searching for a shooter who killed a man in the Three Oaks Parks community.
Severe thunderstorm watch discontinued for SWFL FORT MYERS, Fla. A severe thunderstorm watch has been discontinued for Southwest Florida as a line of storms moved past, the National Weather Service said. More than 400 people are without power in Collier, Hendry, Lee and Charlotte counties, Florida Power and Light said. Power was also knocked out to more than 100 customers on Pine […]
Sandbag locations across SWFL FORT MYERS, Fla. Here is a list of sandbag locations across Southwest Florida: Lee County: Residents are asked to bring shovels and their own bags. Items such as pillow cases, garbage bags and tarps can be used as sandbags. 5850 Buckingham Road in Lehigh Acres. 12345 Palm Beach Blvd. in Fort Myers. 2660 Styles Road in […]
Man accused of trying to lure Cape Coral teen into vehicle CAPE CORAL, Fla. A man is accused of attempting to lure a teenage girl into his vehicle Wednesday, the Cape Coral Police Department said. An older man in a beige minivan was following the girl while she was walking near the Kia dealership in the 300 block of Northeast Pine Island Road on the way to her boyfriend’s […]
Elderly man dies following Cape Coral crash CAPE CORAL, Fla. An 81-year-old man who was involved in a February crash has died, the Cape Coral Police Department said. The wreck happened on Pine Island Road near Hibiscus Drive on February 4, police said. Thomas Hierspiel, 81, of Cape Coral was trauma-alerted to a local hospital for treatment and passed away on April 20, […]
Red Cross relief underway as flooding still menaces SWFL SOUTH FORT MYERS, Fla. Flooding victims in Lee County got some relief Wednesday. Local Red Cross volunteers began distributing 200 clean-up kits full of mops, buckets, bleach, trash bags and other items to those affected by the high waters. One of them arrived at Liliana Alvarado’s home on Dean and Quinn streets in Bonita Springs, where […]
Budweiser Clydesdales make appearances in Lee County FORT MYERS, Fla. The world renowned Budweiser Clydesdales will be making stops throughout the county this weekend. Below is the full schedule: Mar. 22: Coral Shores Plaza at 3015 S.W. Pine Island Rd. from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. (full hitch) Mar. 23: JetBlue Park from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. (full hitch) Mar. 24: […]
Woman killed in North Fort Myers hit-and-run NORTH FORT MYERS, Fla. A woman was killed after a hit-and-run crash near U.S. 41 and Pine Island Road, the Florida Highway Patrol said. The accident occurred around 4:30 p.m. after a driver in an older van hit her near the McDonald’s. The westbound lanes of Pine Island Road are blocked, according to the FHP. […]
Cape Coral brush fire 100 percent controlled CAPE CORAL, Fla. A camp fire was the cause of a seven acre blaze that began at approximately 7 a.m. Saturday, according to The Caloosahatchee Forestry Center. The brush fire near Southwest Pine Island Road and Chiquita Boulevard South was 100 percent contained around noon, firefighters said. No homes were threatened and there were no reported injuries, firefighters […]
OCHOPEE Brush fire prompts closures within Big Cypress National Preserve A brush fire burning prompted closures Sunday in the Big Cypress National Preserve, the National Park Service said. The Anhinga Wildfire has burned 3,019 acres and is 10 percent contained, according to park officials. The following areas and trails will be closed: Pink Jeep, Gator Head and Bear Island campgrounds Bear Island Grade trail Perocchi Grade […]
Cape Coral man arrested after flashing gun at McDonald’s CAPE CORAL, Fla. The early hours of Sunday morning ended in pepper spray and arrest for one 18-year-old man, the Cape Coral Police Department said Monday. Alex M. Paz, of Cape Coral, is facing charges of carrying a concealed firearm, battery LEO, resisting arrest, possession of cocaine, and possession of a controlled substance, according to […]