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Read moreFlorida Everblades become Pittsburgh Penguins’ ECHL affiliate

Gulfshore Business

The Florida Everblades will become the Pittsburgh Penguins’ ECHL affiliate next season, strengthening ties between two hockey organizations now owned by the Naples-based Hoffmann Family of Companies.

Jul 19, 2026 - WINK News - ArticleOpen source
UPDATE: Fort Myers police locate parents of child found alone on Champion Ring Road

Lee County

The Fort Myers Police Department has found the parents of a young child who was located in the area of 3250 Champion Ring Road.

Jul 19, 2026 - WINK News - ArticleOpen source
Mass shooting at Tucson pizza restaurant leaves 9 hurt, suspect shot

Nation/World

A police officer shot and critically injured a person suspected of shooting at least nine people in downtown Tucson early Sunday morning, according to the Tucson Police Department.

Jul 19, 2026 - WINK News - ArticleOpen source
See how this afternoon will shape up after a soggy morning 🌧

Weather Authority

It was a very active start to the day across Southwest Florida, with multiple rounds of showers and thunderstorms moving through during the morning. More rounds of rain and storms

Jul 19, 2026 - WINK News - ArticleOpen source
Read moreFlorida property tax amendment draws organized opposition ahead of November vote
Local NewsHomestead, FLWINK News

Southwest Florida

Three organized campaigns are now working to defeat a proposed Florida constitutional amendment that would dramatically increase the homestead property tax exemption, while political experts say they have ye...

Jul 19, 2026 - WINK News - ArticleOpen source
Salvation Army's 'Stuff the Bus' drive helps Collier County students gear up for school

Collier County

The Salvation Army of Collier County spent Saturday collecting school supplies during its annual "Stuff the Bus" drive, encouraging shoppers to help local students start the school year with the tools they n...

Jul 19, 2026 - WINK News - ArticleOpen source
New wrong-way detection tech coming to Daniels Parkway in Lee County

Lee County

The Florida Department of Transportation is installing wrong-way detection devices at Daniels Parkway as part of a major construction project that includes a diverging diamond interchange.

Jul 19, 2026 - WINK News - ArticleOpen source
Read moreFort Myers leaders push to finally fix Hurricane Ian yacht basin damage

News

Nearly four years after Hurricane Ian, the Fort Myers Yacht Basin remains fenced off, but there may be movement on the horizon.

Jul 18, 2026 - WINK News - ArticleOpen source
Read moreColorado State University updates its 2026 Atlantic Hurricane Season forecast

Weather Authority

The WINK Weather Authority is tracking a new hurricane season forecast update from Colorado State University regarding the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season.

Jul 18, 2026 - WINK News - ArticleOpen source
Read moreFlorida cases of diarrhea-causing parasite nearly double; see numbers reported in each county

Southwest Florida

Florida’s cyclosporiasis cases have nearly doubled in the latest report, with Lee County reporting one of the highest totals statewide. But another county now has the most cases. Click to

Jul 18, 2026 - WINK News - ArticleOpen source
Read moreLehigh Acres chase ends after suspect crashes into ditch, barricades in car: LCSO

Lee County

A man connected to multiple shootings was arrested following an officer-involved shooting after a pursuit through Lehigh Acres, according to the Lee County Sheriff

Jul 18, 2026 - WINK News - ArticleOpen source
Read moreNavy's elite Blue Angels under investigation after video shows low flyover at Pensacola beach

State

The U.S. Navy's elite Blue Angels are reviewing an incident after a video shared on social media appeared to show one of the team's jets flying unusually low over a crowded beach in Pensacola on Wednesday.

Jul 18, 2026 - WINK News - ArticleOpen source
Read moreHidden gem: Rustic Reins Ranch offers horseback adventures tucked away in Punta Gorda

News

The family-owned ranch offers horseback riding experiences for all ages and skill levels, making it a destination for everyone from first-time riders to experienced equestrians.

Jul 18, 2026 - WINK News - ArticleOpen source
Read moreWatching the Gulf: NHC odds remain low, but models continue trending toward a named storm

News

We've already seen some action thrown our way as the area of interest marked by National Hurricane Center begins to take shape off our immediate shores. 

Jul 18, 2026 - WINK News - ArticleOpen source
Read moreSecurity video captures moments before Lehigh Acres shooting

Lee County

Newly obtained security camera video is helping paint a clearer picture of the moments during an overnight shooting in Lehigh Acres that left four people injured.

Jul 13, 2026 - WINK News - ArticleOpen source
Read moreDavid Grace takes charge of FSW men’s basketball program

Lee County

Florida SouthWestern State College has hired longtime college basketball coach David Grace to lead its men’s program.

Jul 13, 2026 - WINK News - ArticleOpen source
Read morePerson hospitalized after reported snakebite in Big Cypress

Collier County

A person was taken to a hospital Sunday morning after a reported snakebite in Big Cypress National Preserve, according to the Collier County Sheriff’s Office.

Jul 13, 2026 - WINK News - ArticleOpen source