LCSO investigates early morning shooting near Wawa on Alico RoadCharlotte County deputies fatally shoot man in Englewood, investigation ongoing
LCSO investigates early morning shooting near Wawa on Alico Road The Lee County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a shooting that occurred early Saturday morning.
ENGLEWOOD Charlotte County deputies fatally shoot man in Englewood, investigation ongoing Deputies from the Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office shot and killed a man who was reportedly acting erratically.
the weather authority Warm weekend ahead with increased rain chances on the way The Weather Authority says a warm Saturday is on tap, with temperatures reaching the upper 70s into the afternoon.
Bodycam video shows warning signs from teen accused of killing mother In newly released body camera footage, a mother questions her son’s violence months before her murder.
Veteran injured in crash that killed wife WINK News has learned that a veteran’s wife was killed in a crash on Wednesday on State Road 82.
PUNTA GORDA Punta Gorda to repair old city hall building The City of Punta Gorda is scrapping plans to build a new city hall.
SWFL teen injured in New Orleans terror attack released from hospital According to the mom of one of the teens injured in the New Orleans Terror attack on New Year’s Day, she has been released from the hospital.
NAPLES Jay Leno comedy show coming to Southwest Florida One of the most famous comedians in the world is coming to Southwest Florida.
SOUTH NAPLES Collier neighbors anticipating second Costco location Members of a community are waiting for one of the most popular wholesale stores, but there is something standing in the way.
AVE MARIA Caught on camera: Massive gator seen in front of Ave Maria home A massive alligator was seen using a walking path in front of an Ave Maria home, and it was all caught on camera.
NCAA approves plan to pay women’s basketball tournament teams In a historic unanimous vote, the NCAA approves of a plan to pay women’s basketball teams that compete in March Madness.
FORT MYERS City of Fort Myers announces Caloosahatchee Celtic Festival The City of Fort Myers invites the public to the 21st anniversary of the Caloosahatchee Celtic Festival in downtown Fort Myers.
MATLACHA Neighbors protest delay in repairs to Matlacha Pass Bridge People are set to take the streets and protest the delay in repairs to the Matlacha Pass Bridge.
Port Authority postpones talk of RSW’s $346M, four-year delayed terminal expansion Lee County and Port Authority Commissioner Brian Hamman finally had a public forum to get some answers on why a construction project went more than $346 million over budget and will be more than four years behind schedule to complete.
LCSO investigates early morning shooting near Wawa on Alico Road The Lee County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a shooting that occurred early Saturday morning.
ENGLEWOOD Charlotte County deputies fatally shoot man in Englewood, investigation ongoing Deputies from the Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office shot and killed a man who was reportedly acting erratically.
the weather authority Warm weekend ahead with increased rain chances on the way The Weather Authority says a warm Saturday is on tap, with temperatures reaching the upper 70s into the afternoon.
Bodycam video shows warning signs from teen accused of killing mother In newly released body camera footage, a mother questions her son’s violence months before her murder.
Veteran injured in crash that killed wife WINK News has learned that a veteran’s wife was killed in a crash on Wednesday on State Road 82.
PUNTA GORDA Punta Gorda to repair old city hall building The City of Punta Gorda is scrapping plans to build a new city hall.
SWFL teen injured in New Orleans terror attack released from hospital According to the mom of one of the teens injured in the New Orleans Terror attack on New Year’s Day, she has been released from the hospital.
NAPLES Jay Leno comedy show coming to Southwest Florida One of the most famous comedians in the world is coming to Southwest Florida.
SOUTH NAPLES Collier neighbors anticipating second Costco location Members of a community are waiting for one of the most popular wholesale stores, but there is something standing in the way.
AVE MARIA Caught on camera: Massive gator seen in front of Ave Maria home A massive alligator was seen using a walking path in front of an Ave Maria home, and it was all caught on camera.
NCAA approves plan to pay women’s basketball tournament teams In a historic unanimous vote, the NCAA approves of a plan to pay women’s basketball teams that compete in March Madness.
FORT MYERS City of Fort Myers announces Caloosahatchee Celtic Festival The City of Fort Myers invites the public to the 21st anniversary of the Caloosahatchee Celtic Festival in downtown Fort Myers.
MATLACHA Neighbors protest delay in repairs to Matlacha Pass Bridge People are set to take the streets and protest the delay in repairs to the Matlacha Pass Bridge.
Port Authority postpones talk of RSW’s $346M, four-year delayed terminal expansion Lee County and Port Authority Commissioner Brian Hamman finally had a public forum to get some answers on why a construction project went more than $346 million over budget and will be more than four years behind schedule to complete.
WINK NEWS Lee Health remains in need of blood donations amid pandemic Lee Health says it’s hosting multiple blood drives to meet its significant need for blood donors in the community. According to the Lee Health Facebook post, amid the pandemic, many blood drives have been canceled, putting immense pressure on the healthcare system. See its list of upcoming blood drives below, where you can support the […]
Here is what we know about SWFL major healthcare centers Many medical facilities and hospitals are operating on a limited basis. A mobile health unit may be available to provide services to residents with cuts, scrapes, bruises, and mild illnesses. Here is what we know about the major healthcare centers: NCH Healthcare System https://nchmd.org/emergency-preparedness/ Emergency rooms are open for urgent needs: NCH North Naples Hospital, […]
SOUTH FORT MYERS Lee Health announces award for quality and safety by Leapfrog Group HealthPark Medical Center and Lee Memorial Hospital have been named a “Top Teaching Hospital” and Golisano Children’s Hospital of Southwest Florida a “Top Children’s Hospital” nationally by The Leapfrog Group, a national watchdog organization focused on health care quality and safety. Lee Memorial Hospital recognition HealthPark Medical Center recognized Golisano Children’s Hospital recognized More than […]
WINK NEWS Mental health struggles on the rise in kids; resources available in SWFL The number of pediatric mental health visits is rising as more kids experience struggles during this time of social distancing and isolation. Southwest Florida is providing resources for those who need them most. Behavioral and health challenges forced Gabby Beaulieu to spend time away from school and friends in middle school. The isolation came with […]
WINK NEWS Lee County school district details its COVID-19 rapid testing of staff, students The School District of Lee County has reached agreements with Lee Health and Lee County to use 2,000 COVID-19 rapid testing kits provided by the state of Florida. Parents say they’re on board, but they’re concerned that children who test negative still have to quarantine for 10 days. The district hopes the tests last for […]
WINK NEWS SWFL toddler born premature gets to go home after 678 days in hospital A baby born at 26 weeks old was hospitalized for nearly two years, and the now-toddler has been allowed to go home. Ryder Taylor has lived for 679 days – 678 of them were spent at Golisano Children’s Hospital. He came into the world early, tiny and with the odds against him, but he proved […]
WINK NEWS 10-year-old SWFL boy returns home after COVID-19 treatment at hospital A 10-year-old coronavirus patient in Southwest Florida is home now. And his mom says he’s ready for some rest But his family pup probably made sure he had enough energy to play before he took his victory nap. Mother Christina Prachniak says her son, Ben, is home now with her and his faithful dog, Doodles, […]
LEE COUNTY Beloved 17-year-old Cypress Lake HS student dies of COVID-19 A Lee County school board member confirms Tuesday a Cypress Lake student has died of coronavirus. School board member Melisa Giovannelli confirmed the student’s death due to COVID-19. WINK News confirmed 17-year-old Carsyn Davis died of COVID-19 recently. She attended Cypress Lake High School. Online, there is already an outpouring of support for Davis, who, […]
LEE COUNTY Lee County Schools announce they will not be requiring temperature checks The School District of Lee County officials announced in a letter Friday, that was also posted on social media, that it will not be checking the temperatures of students as they arrive at school. The Florida Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics released a report for superintendents throughout. In the report, the chapter says […]
BLIND PASS Multiple swimmers rescued after being pulled offshore near Blind Pass Tuesday evening Multiple swimmers were in trouble near Blind Pass, where Sanibel turns into Captiva Island, on Tuesday evening. FWC said that officers were dispatched after it received reports about multiple swimmers in distress near Blind Pass, but those officers were advised to cancel by the Lee County Sheriff’s Office due to the extended response time. Visiting […]