Training day for Folds of Honor donors and special guestsNon-profit makes teddy bears for families of fallen officers
Training day for Folds of Honor donors and special guests On Wednesday, high-ranking veterans of the navy seals and other special operations conducted six different training scenarios.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Non-profit makes teddy bears for families of fallen officers Having a loved one in law enforcement means there is always a fear that they may not come home.
Southwest Florida Most Wanted Wednesday: Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for May 8, 2024 Here are some of Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for May 8, 2024.
San Carlos Park Man at center of WINK News investigation now charged with drugging, molesting child After a years long WINK investigation, Dwayne Staron was arrested and convicted of grand theft. Now he and his wife, Theresa Staron, are both behind bars.
FORT MYERS Police: Man caught at Clemente Park with AR pistol, ski mask and black latex gloves A 19-year-old man has been arrested after officers found an AR pistol, all-black clothing, a ski mask and black latex gloves in his backpack.
PUNTA GORDA FHP investigating hit-and-run with injuries after crash at mm 170 on I-75 Authorities are investigating a hit-and-run crash with injuries on Interstate 75 southbound at mile marker 170 in Punta Gorda.
ALVA Department of Health warns of blue-green algae in Alva canal If you live on Sebastian Court along the canal in Alva, the Florida Department of Health in Lee County wants you to remain cautious. A blue-green algae bloom has been spotted there.
SAN CARLOS PARK Couple accused of drugging and molesting girl make court appearance A San Carlos Park couple accused of drugging and molesting a girl while covering it up for two years appeared in court.
FORT MYERS Lee County Schools receives over $2M in Juul settlement The Lee County School District has received over $2 million in a settlement with Juul, and now, it’s putting that money to use.
JERUSALEM (AP) Israel says it reopened a key Gaza crossing after a rocket attack but the UN says no aid has entered The Israeli military said Wednesday that it has reopened its Kerem Shalom crossing into Gaza after days of closure, but the U.N. said no humanitarian aid has yet entered and there is no one to receive it on the Palestinian side after workers fled during Israel’s military incursion in the area.
ATLANTA (AP) Georgia appeals court agrees to review ruling allowing Fani Willis to stay on Trump election case A Georgia appeals court on Wednesday agreed to review a lower court ruling allowing Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis to continue to prosecute the election interference case she brought against former President Donald Trump.
WASHINGTON (AP) Police clear pro-Palestinian protest camp and arrest 33 at DC campus as mayor’s hearing is canceled Police cleared a pro-Palestinian tent encampment at George Washington University early Wednesday and arrested demonstrators.
2 Collier County men arrested for street racing Collier County Sheriff’s Office deputies have arrested two men after catching them street racing.
CLEWISTON Lewis Boulevard in Clewiston closed after semi-trailer carrying palm trees loses load Lewis Boulevard in Clewiston from U.S. 27 to 13th Street is closed this morning while crews remove trees from the roadway.
ARCADIA Juvenile and 18-year-old arrested for stealing, burglarizing multiple cars in DeSoto County A juvenile and an 18-year-old have been arrested after allegedly stealing several cars and burglarizing them in DeSoto County.
Training day for Folds of Honor donors and special guests On Wednesday, high-ranking veterans of the navy seals and other special operations conducted six different training scenarios.
SOUTHWEST FLORIDA Non-profit makes teddy bears for families of fallen officers Having a loved one in law enforcement means there is always a fear that they may not come home.
Southwest Florida Most Wanted Wednesday: Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for May 8, 2024 Here are some of Southwest Florida’s most wanted suspects for May 8, 2024.
San Carlos Park Man at center of WINK News investigation now charged with drugging, molesting child After a years long WINK investigation, Dwayne Staron was arrested and convicted of grand theft. Now he and his wife, Theresa Staron, are both behind bars.
FORT MYERS Police: Man caught at Clemente Park with AR pistol, ski mask and black latex gloves A 19-year-old man has been arrested after officers found an AR pistol, all-black clothing, a ski mask and black latex gloves in his backpack.
PUNTA GORDA FHP investigating hit-and-run with injuries after crash at mm 170 on I-75 Authorities are investigating a hit-and-run crash with injuries on Interstate 75 southbound at mile marker 170 in Punta Gorda.
ALVA Department of Health warns of blue-green algae in Alva canal If you live on Sebastian Court along the canal in Alva, the Florida Department of Health in Lee County wants you to remain cautious. A blue-green algae bloom has been spotted there.
SAN CARLOS PARK Couple accused of drugging and molesting girl make court appearance A San Carlos Park couple accused of drugging and molesting a girl while covering it up for two years appeared in court.
FORT MYERS Lee County Schools receives over $2M in Juul settlement The Lee County School District has received over $2 million in a settlement with Juul, and now, it’s putting that money to use.
JERUSALEM (AP) Israel says it reopened a key Gaza crossing after a rocket attack but the UN says no aid has entered The Israeli military said Wednesday that it has reopened its Kerem Shalom crossing into Gaza after days of closure, but the U.N. said no humanitarian aid has yet entered and there is no one to receive it on the Palestinian side after workers fled during Israel’s military incursion in the area.
ATLANTA (AP) Georgia appeals court agrees to review ruling allowing Fani Willis to stay on Trump election case A Georgia appeals court on Wednesday agreed to review a lower court ruling allowing Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis to continue to prosecute the election interference case she brought against former President Donald Trump.
WASHINGTON (AP) Police clear pro-Palestinian protest camp and arrest 33 at DC campus as mayor’s hearing is canceled Police cleared a pro-Palestinian tent encampment at George Washington University early Wednesday and arrested demonstrators.
2 Collier County men arrested for street racing Collier County Sheriff’s Office deputies have arrested two men after catching them street racing.
CLEWISTON Lewis Boulevard in Clewiston closed after semi-trailer carrying palm trees loses load Lewis Boulevard in Clewiston from U.S. 27 to 13th Street is closed this morning while crews remove trees from the roadway.
ARCADIA Juvenile and 18-year-old arrested for stealing, burglarizing multiple cars in DeSoto County A juvenile and an 18-year-old have been arrested after allegedly stealing several cars and burglarizing them in DeSoto County.
Fort Myers Healthy Kids: Melatonin Some research suggests that Melatonin can help treat children who have difficulty sleeping. Dr. Annette St. Pierre-Mackoul discusses this new study.
Fort Myers Your Health Now: fighting the cold and flu with food It’s that time of the year when many begin to get a sore throat and a stuffy nose. Registered dietitian, Betsy Opyt, shares some tips on how to fuel your diet with immune boosting foods to keep you feeling great.
Fort Myers Your Health Now: the importance of primary doctors For many, primary care physicians are the main point of contact with the health care system. These are the doctors that people call when they are not feeling well and the ones they form life-long relationships with. Primary care is a crucial part of everyone’s health care journey and Dr. Andre Nye, a physician at […]
Fort Myers Real Estate Matters: this will be a home buyer’s Christmas Christmas Shopping is stressful when people see things flying off the shelves before they can even grab one. Home buyers have been feeling that way for the last five years because of how fast homes were selling. However, that’s changing and “it’s beginning to look like a home buyer’s Christmas.” WINK’s real estate expert Denny […]
Fort Myers Real Estate Matters: Black Friday When Black Friday comes all people do is look for the best bargains at stores, but what many people don’t know is that the real estate market has bargains as well. As hundreds of sellers cut prices in order to get their property sold. WINK’s real estate expert Denny Grimes, from Denny Grimes & Company at […]
Fort Myers Avoiding a plumbing disaster this Thanksgiving Thanksgiving is one of the busiest days for plumbers because a lot of people make avoidable mistakes while cooking their meals. Patrick Garner, the Operations manager for Next Plumbing, shared tips on how to avoid a disaster in the kitchen and save money this holiday.
Fort Myers Your Health Now: Acute Flaccid Myelitis A rare condition called Acute Flaccid Myelitis or A-F-M has affected dozens of children across the United States this fall. There have now been 106 confirmed cases in 29 states. While the number of patients affected by this rare, polio-like illness is low, the sudden onset and relative lack of knowledge about the disease is […]
Fort Myers Healthy Kids: treating a concussion Research now shows it’s best to reduce, but not eliminate, a return to some physical and cognitive activity after a concussion. Dr. Annette St. Pierre-Mackoul discusses these new guidelines.
Fort Myers Florida ballot recount It’s been days since the midterm election, and three big Florida races are still too close to call. The deadline for the recount is by 3 p.m. on Thursday. FGCU’s political professor, Dr. Peter Bergerson explains what the process means.
Fort Myers Your Health Now: tips to keep the weight off this Thanksgiving holiday Thanksgiving is right around the corner, and even though you are stuffing a turkey, you do not have to stuff your bellies. Registered dietitian, Betsy Opyt, shares some tips on how to keep the weight off this holiday.