WINK-TV (Fort Myers, FL)

WINK-TV (Fort Myers, FL)

A lot of people are curious about the origin of the name WINK News. While it might seem like it relates to the CBS logo since we are a CBS station, the truth is a bit different. WINK's story starts back in 1939, when it was known as WFTM, a radio station not affiliated with any network, owned by the Fort Myers Broadcasting Company. It holds the distinction of being the first licensed radio station in Southwest Florida. In 1942, the station was acquired by Ronald B. Woodyard and Reginald B. Martin, leading to a change in its call letters to WAAC.

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  • 1 day ago | winknews.com | Bernard McGhee |Curtis Yee

    WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump is resurrecting the travel ban policy from his first term, signing a proclamation Wednesday night preventing people from a dozen countries from entering the United States. The countries include Afghanistan, Burma, Chad, Republic of the Congo, Equatorial Guinea, Eritrea, Haiti, Iran, Libya, Somalia, Sudan and Yemen.

  • 3 days ago | winknews.com | Claire Galt

    As hurricane season approaches, many are questioning the readiness of FEMA to respond to future storms. An internal report recently surfaced, suggesting the agency was "ill-prepared," but leaders have promised to develop a plan. WINK News anchor Claire Galt spoke with Congressman Byron Donalds on San Carlos Island at the nonprofit Fort Myers Beach Strong. Donalds assured that if another major hurricane strikes, FEMA is ready, though he mentioned that the agency will look different and better.

  • 3 days ago | winknews.com | Amy Galo

    A 12-year-old succumbed to their injuries after a crash on Monday. On Monday afternoon, crews worked to rescue the child and an adult from the vehicle following a two-car crash. The incident occurred near Veterans Memorial Parkway, between Surfside and Pine Island. The road was shut down for hours as emergency responders managed the scene. The adult in the vehicle is in critical condition and is still being treated for their injuries.

  • 4 days ago | winknews.com | Amanda Hall

    A teenager's recovery after an accident has become a beacon of hope for his family and community. WINK News met Logan, a young boy who defied the odds after falling from a school window and suffering severe injuries. Stephanie Nordin, Logan's mother, recalled the harrowing day. "I went to go pick up my children after school like any other Monday, and was greeted with an ambulance," said Nordin.

  • 5 days ago | winknews.com | Lauren Kreidler

    Today starts the month of June, which means that the 2025 hurricane season is officially underway. The Atlantic hurricane season runs from June 1st through November 30th. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is predicting an above-average season for this year. During a normal hurricane season, 14 named storms develop. An average of 7 of those storms become hurricanes, 3 of which reach major hurricane status, meaning a category 3 or higher.