TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WINK)—The Florida Department of Transportation is revoking all permits for automated license plate readers on state roads and will no longer approve new requests. FDOT announced the ...

Sunday’s storms are gradually winding down this evening, but the wet pattern across Southwest Florida is far from over. After another day of widespread showers and thunderstorms, much of the area will ...

FORT MYERS, Fla. (WINK) — Looking for a way to wind down after a long week? Crowne Plaza Fort Myers is bringing cocktails, food and conversation together during its weekly Cocktails with Kevin and ...

PINE MANOR, Fla. (WINK) — South Trail Fire & Rescue responded to a possible vehicle fire believed to have been caused by lightning striking a nearby tree. Firefighters found splintered exit marks on ...

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (WINK) — Florida will make more bear-hunting permits available this year than it did for the state’s 2025 hunt. The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is offering up ...

FORT MYERS, Fla. (WINK) — After a car crash left Kristen Carney wondering whether she would ever compete again, the lifelong athlete found a different way back into sports. Now, the Florida Gulf Coast ...

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CLEWISTON, Fla. - The Clewiston Police Department is giving residents a heads-up about a planned power outage coming to the area. Scheduled maintenance at the Clewiston Substation will begin at 12:00 ...

FORT MYERS, Fla. (WINK) — A wave of phishing emails and texts impersonating MyChart is flooding hospitals and health systems across the country. MyChart is a patient portal used by hospitals and ...

From shy newcomer to team leader, one man’s journey with the Florida Everblades has been remarkable. As the newly elected captain, Oliver Chau is ready to lead the team to more victories. WINK News ...

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Drownings in local pools and retention ponds have impacted the Southwest Florida area, with a concerning number of incidents involving both children and the elderly. According to the Florida ...