North Collier firefighter beats cancer, educates others on safetyMan arrested in connection to brother’s death in Cape Coral
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.
FORT MYERS Students make goodie bags for kids fighting Cancer A special delivery, straight from the heart, to Galisano’s Children’s Hospital. Three 8th graders from Lexington Middle School delivered 100 goodie bags to bring smiles to kids fighting cancer.
TICE Deputies respond to shots fired at park in Tice Lee County Sheriff’s Office deputies and K-9s were seen investigating at Schindler Hall Community Park on Palm Beach Boulevard in Tice.
CAPE CORAL Lee County superintendent candidates face off in debate These three people, Denise Carlin, Morgan Wright and Sheridan Chester, are making it clear that they want the job.
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.
FORT MYERS Students make goodie bags for kids fighting Cancer A special delivery, straight from the heart, to Galisano’s Children’s Hospital. Three 8th graders from Lexington Middle School delivered 100 goodie bags to bring smiles to kids fighting cancer.
TICE Deputies respond to shots fired at park in Tice Lee County Sheriff’s Office deputies and K-9s were seen investigating at Schindler Hall Community Park on Palm Beach Boulevard in Tice.
CAPE CORAL Lee County superintendent candidates face off in debate These three people, Denise Carlin, Morgan Wright and Sheridan Chester, are making it clear that they want the job.
Any fixes for SWFL traffic? FORT MYERS, Fla.- How many times, day after day, do you get caught in a traffic mess? The Sunshine State just set another tourism record and that means more people than ever flooding into Southwest Florida. “I have lived here for nearly 30 years and this is as bad as I have ever seen the […]
Fort Myers cafe recognized by Food Network star FORT MYERS, Fla. – It’s only been open four months, but already a Fort Myers restaurant is serving up success. This week, 11:Eleven Cafe was ranked the best restaurant in Florida by Food Network star Alton Brown. When you see the menu, you’ll understand why it got his attention. The cafe is located on San […]
Driver arrested for leaving the scene of a bicycle crash FORT MYERS, Fla.- A Southwest Florida bicyclist says it’s a miracle he’s alive. He tells WINK News, a driver left him laying in the road completely helpless then took off. So what did he do? Banged up and bruised, he says he got up and tracked that driver down. The crash happened on McGregor Boulevard […]
New Lee County high school may be delayed FORT MYERS, Fla.- A major plan to build a new high school in Lee County could soon be delayed. WINK News has been telling you, two locations are on the table in Estero and Bonita Springs. Late Monday night, the superintendent of Lee County schools said there may be another option to look at. “We […]
Taxi driver robbed at gunpoint FORT MYERS, Fla.- A day on the job took a dangerous turn for a taxi driver in Lee County. The driver says two crooks pressed a gun to his head and demanded cash. It still haunts him as he goes to bed at night. It happened during his break at the Westwood Apartments near Winkler […]
FMFD applying for grant money to save 21 firefighter jobs FORT MYERS, Fla.- They save lives and protect the public, but soon 21 firefighters could lose their jobs if the department isn’t awarded more grant money. Those positions are paid for by Homeland Security’s Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response grant. The current grant funds will run out by May. “So far it is […]
FGCU faculty may not want concealed weapons on campus FORT MYERS, Fla.- Faculty members at Florida Gulf Coast University are now voicing their fears over having concealed weapons on campus. A new measure is now in the works at the state level that would allow concealed weapons at state colleges and universities. The FGCU Faculty Senate drafted a resolution that opposes having concealed weapons […]
New bill would allow secret recordings of sex abusers in court FORT MYERS, Fla.- Florida lawmakers are trying to make it easier for sexual assault victims to get evidence against their attackers. It all stems from the case of a Lee County man named Richard McDade. Last year, the state’s Supreme Court ordered a new trial after deciding that secret recordings McDade’s 16-year-old victim made, should […]
Florida targeting Chinese tourists FORT MYERS, Fla.- From our sunny skies to our beaches, Southwest Florida is one of the top tourist spots in the state. Soon, we could soon attract a whole new population to our little paradise. Typically, most people say the sunshine and beaches are the best parts of Southwest Florida. But what would someone from […]
Terrence Cody indicted for animal cruelty FORT MYERS, Fla.- An NFL star from Southwest Florida has been caught in a major scandal. Terrence Cody, 26, who played for the Baltimore Ravens, was just charged in a disturbing animal abuse case involving a dead dog. The State Attorney’s Office says they do not believe Cody was fighting dogs. A Grand Jury indicted […]