Day Two of FEMA code compliance hearings in Cape CoralState lawmakers want to hear your opinion on voting in Lee County
CAPE CORAL Day Two of FEMA code compliance hearings in Cape Coral Another 50 people were summoned Wednesday for the second day of code compliance hearings before the special magistrate.
State lawmakers want to hear your opinion on voting in Lee County Right now, everyone votes for or against all five of the Lee Commissioners, but they’re talking about changing the system so that each commissioner represents a specific part of the county.
FORT MYERS Migrants entering Florida under controversial parole program The House Committee on Homeland Security has released documents, which show a surge in migrants entering the United States through a parole program, sparking debate over immigration policies and border security.
North Collier firefighter beats cancer, educates others on safety He’s a father, son, friend and mentor, but for the last four years, he’s been in a battle for his life.
CAPE CORAL Man arrested in connection to brother’s death in Cape Coral A man wanted for questioning in the death of his brother at his Cape Coral home has been arrested in Pennsylvania.
Candidates challenge Punta Gorda incumbents over land, building regulations A growing grassroots movement has united residents seeking to stem high density and restrict building heights, and three are challenging Punta Gorda City Council members who are up for reelection this year.
Hurricane season is one month away The outlook for the 2024 Hurricane Season is for it be active, potentially even hyperactive.
NORTH FORT MYERS 1 dead after crash on SR 31 and Busbee Rd. in North Fort Myers At around noon Wednesday, the Florida Highway Patrol said a PT Cruiser and a car hauler collided on State Road 31 and Busbee Road, near the Lee/Charlotte County line.
Man sentenced to 25 years in prison for molesting Lee County child A Florida man will spend the next 25 years in prison for molesting a child in Lee County.
LEHIGH ACRES Man accused of using stolen credit card from car burglary at Lehigh Acres CVS Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers is seeking information on a man who allegedly used a stolen credit card at the CVS in Lehigh Acres.
ARCADIA Family of flea market murder victim struggles to find closure The family of a woman who was murdered at an Arcadia flea market continues to seek justice as the accused killer awaits trial.
NAPLES Naples man accused of possessing child porn After an investigation, a Naples man has been arrested after allegedly having child pornography in his home.
CAPE CORAL Arrest report for volunteer softball coach accused of inappropriate behavior released New details have been released about the arrest of a Cape Coral volunteer softball coach accused of sending nude photos and touching a 17-year-old student.
The Weather Authority Isolated storms pop up this afternoon and evening Afternoon of isolated storms in Southwest Florida.
FORT MYERS BEACH Fort Myers Beach to test hurricane emergency messaging alert The Town of Fort Myers Beach is set to test its CodeRED alert system as hurricane season begins in 31 days.
CAPE CORAL Day Two of FEMA code compliance hearings in Cape Coral Another 50 people were summoned Wednesday for the second day of code compliance hearings before the special magistrate.
State lawmakers want to hear your opinion on voting in Lee County Right now, everyone votes for or against all five of the Lee Commissioners, but they’re talking about changing the system so that each commissioner represents a specific part of the county.
FORT MYERS Migrants entering Florida under controversial parole program The House Committee on Homeland Security has released documents, which show a surge in migrants entering the United States through a parole program, sparking debate over immigration policies and border security.
North Collier firefighter beats cancer, educates others on safety He’s a father, son, friend and mentor, but for the last four years, he’s been in a battle for his life.
CAPE CORAL Man arrested in connection to brother’s death in Cape Coral A man wanted for questioning in the death of his brother at his Cape Coral home has been arrested in Pennsylvania.
Candidates challenge Punta Gorda incumbents over land, building regulations A growing grassroots movement has united residents seeking to stem high density and restrict building heights, and three are challenging Punta Gorda City Council members who are up for reelection this year.
Hurricane season is one month away The outlook for the 2024 Hurricane Season is for it be active, potentially even hyperactive.
NORTH FORT MYERS 1 dead after crash on SR 31 and Busbee Rd. in North Fort Myers At around noon Wednesday, the Florida Highway Patrol said a PT Cruiser and a car hauler collided on State Road 31 and Busbee Road, near the Lee/Charlotte County line.
Man sentenced to 25 years in prison for molesting Lee County child A Florida man will spend the next 25 years in prison for molesting a child in Lee County.
LEHIGH ACRES Man accused of using stolen credit card from car burglary at Lehigh Acres CVS Southwest Florida Crime Stoppers is seeking information on a man who allegedly used a stolen credit card at the CVS in Lehigh Acres.
ARCADIA Family of flea market murder victim struggles to find closure The family of a woman who was murdered at an Arcadia flea market continues to seek justice as the accused killer awaits trial.
NAPLES Naples man accused of possessing child porn After an investigation, a Naples man has been arrested after allegedly having child pornography in his home.
CAPE CORAL Arrest report for volunteer softball coach accused of inappropriate behavior released New details have been released about the arrest of a Cape Coral volunteer softball coach accused of sending nude photos and touching a 17-year-old student.
The Weather Authority Isolated storms pop up this afternoon and evening Afternoon of isolated storms in Southwest Florida.
FORT MYERS BEACH Fort Myers Beach to test hurricane emergency messaging alert The Town of Fort Myers Beach is set to test its CodeRED alert system as hurricane season begins in 31 days.
FGCU basketball and Everblades highlights FORT MYERS, Fla.- The FGCU women’s basketball team improved to 15-2 and 2-0 in Atlantic Sun play with a 75-42 home win against North Florida. The FGCU men’s basketball team let an 11 point first half lead dissolve on the road in an 80-64 loss at North Florida. The Eagles are now 1-1 in conference […]
Raiders hire Del Rio away from Broncos ALAMEDA, Calif. (AP) – The Oakland Raiders hired Denver defensive coordinator Jack Del Rio as their new head coach on Wednesday in hopes that the Bay Area native who grew up cheering for the Raiders can return the team to its glory days. A person with knowledge of the deal confirmed on condition of anonymity […]
49ers promote Tomsula to be head coach SAN FRANCISCO (AP) – Jim Tomsula made his modest head coaching start in NFL Europe, then landed as the 49ers’ top man nearly a decade later. San Francisco promoted its longtime defensive line coach to head coach Wednesday, going with a familiar face following a national search that took more than two weeks and ended […]
Six local McDonald’s All-America Finalists Six local high school basketball players have been selected as finalists for the most prestigious all-star game in high school basketball — The McDonald’s High School All-America Game. Twenty-four boys and girls from across the nation will be chosen from the finalists to play in the annual all-star game played in Chicago. Local finalists: · […]
The WINK Sports FGCU Basketball Show FORT MYERS, Fla.- The premiere of the WINK Sports FGCU Basketball Show. Men’s head coach Joe Dooley is the guest and the feature is on senior point guard, Brett Comer. Plus a look at a coaching decision from the women’s win over Stetson on Saturday. The FGCU men and women are both 1-0 in conference […]
Collier County offers business incentives to attract jobs COLLIER COUNTY, Fla. – It’s your money and Collier County is using it to lure certain businesses to the area in hopes of bringing new jobs. Under their basic incentive program, the county is offering companies double the money for each job created. “We believe this will better fit the profiles of the companies that […]
Lower speed limit proposal heads to Cape Coral City Council CAPE CORAL, Fla.- A proposal to lower speed limits in neighborhoods is officially headed to City Council for consideration. One councilman has been pushing for lower limits, but police say enforcing that change would be hard to do. The debate over lowering the speed limit in around the city is picking up steam. “It’s not […]
State collecting debts from SWFL public officials LEE COUNTY, Fla.- Lawmakers, and politicians in the State of Florida are not paying up. The state is now looking to collect $500,000 in outstanding fines. A WINK News exclusive investigation uncovers even SWFL officials owe hundreds of thousands of dollars in fees. Fourteen people on the debt collector’s list served positions in Southwest Florida. Together, […]
First responders receive Phoenix Award after saving Estero man’s life ESTERO, Fla.- A man has a second chance at life and is thanking the people responsible. Jason Willamson had a heart attack last month, but a quick thinking Lee County deputy took skills she learned just day earlier to save his life. “The last thing I remember was the game,” said Jason Willamson. It was […]
WINK News Investigates: Tax Hikes in 2015? FORT MYERS, Fla.- We’re six days away from the official start of the tax filing season, but some people are already starting out with bad information. An e-mail is making it’s way around full of tax rate hike announcements for 2015. The main problem according to our research partners at PolitiFact, is that it’s a […]