Gov. DeSantis to hold news conference in Sarasota

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis is set to hold a news conference in Sarasota.

Less humid, cooler and breezy for your Thursday

The Weather Authority is tracking cooler temperatures as Southwest Florida experiences its first cold front in months.

Two teenagers arrested in murder of 16-year-old girl

Ja'yhanna Johnson was 16 years old when her life was cut short Friday night by her cousin.

Experts warn of potential red tide heading toward Southwest Florida

A potential red tide bloom exploded in size and intensity off Florida's coast, from Clearwater to Venice, and it could impact Southwest Florida.

Island schools parents react to school closing

Parents said they're concerned, and they feel the district isn't doing enough to calm their concerns about The Sanibel School and Fort Myers Beach Elementary.

After Hurricane Milton, Sanibel church battles back once again

St. Michael in Sanibel hopes to reopen to parishioners over the weekend after once again getting hit by a hurricane.

Displaced boats after hurricanes becoming a concern for SWFL residents

Florida is often called the boating capital of the world, but that brings challenges after hurricanes with boats tossed around and damaged.

Swim advisories lifted for several Collier County beaches

The Florida Department of Health has said the water on South Marco Beach is safe to swim in.

Impacts of Hurricane Milton on Fort Myers Beach Residents

As we move forward from Hurricane Milton, some areas are seeing increased efforts in cleanup. Contractors and city vehicles on Fort Myers Beach are helping people take the debris out of their homes. Not only are crews cleaning but those who live here from what I've seen are just still going through their homes.

Christmas decorations washed ashore after Milton

A plastic storage bin washes up like a message in a bottle from Hurricane Milton. Inside the box labeled "Christmas" are antique decorations.

FMPD seeking aid in identifying person of interest in homicide case

FMPD shared a video of the person of interest on their Facebook page.

Is your brown, leafless tree really dead after Hurricane Milton?

Brown, leafless trees are everywhere across Southwest Florida after Hurricane Milton. While you may be tempted to chop yours down, think twice.

Local World War II veteran full of life at 100 years old

A local hero and World War II veteran is marking a huge milestone.

Lee County's barrier islands see clean-up progress

Deputies toured some of Lee County's barrier islands, like Matlacha and Fort Myers Beach, to better understand the damage they're facing after Hurricane Milton.

Peace River Wildlife Center unable to reopen after Milton

A home for hundreds left in ruins and closed with no idea when it will come back. Here on WINK News, we have brought you the stories of people in nearby communities whose lives have been changed by Hurricane Milton. Now, we turn to the animals in this shelter who are now homeless.