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Local news, breaking news and weather coverage in Southwest Florida. Watch weekdays from 6 - 11 am, 5, 6, 10 & 11 pm. Weekends 10 pm.
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Body cam captures moment FWC K-9 finds missing hunter in remote wildlife area
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A Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission officer and his four-legged partner are being credited with finding a missing hunter in a remote part of Florida.
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Florida bans 7-OH to prevent 'fourth wave' of opioid epidemic. But what exactly is 7-OH? FOX 4's Ryan Kruger explains.
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Two sentenced in Punta Gorda murder-for-hire plot, alleged gunman awaits trial
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Kelly Schiano and Everett Harper were both sentenced this week, charged with planning a murder-for-hire plot that left two men dead in Jan. 2024.
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Cape Coral tennis players rally against Alzheimer's in tournament honoring one of their own on Saturday.
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Fort myers allocates $80m for water treatment plant expansion to boost capacity
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Fort Myers is expanding its water treatment plant with an $80 million investment to increase capacity, improve water quality and prevent pressure issues for the next 20 years.
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Deputies respond to active scene in Suncoast Estates
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Lee County deputies responded to an active scene near Suncoast Drive and Tucker lane in North Fort Myers Friday.
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Marco Island residents clash with city leaders over 34% tax hike plan for homeowners
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Despite strong opposition, only a handful of residents came to Friday's meeting with the city manager to discuss the tax plan. If approved in September, millage rate would go up by 34%.
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RT @KatieWallsTV: RECORD TIED IN PUNTA GORDA TODAY: PGD tied another record high this afternoon. Naples and Fort Myers were within 1° of re….
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RT @AShipleyWX: Here's a closer look at the strong storms in Sarasota, Manatee, Charlotte. #SWFL #FLwx
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Cape Coral tennis players rally against Alzheimer's in tournament honoring one of their own
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Tennis players in Cape Coral will gather Saturday for a tournament honoring Joe Winslett, who died from Alzheimer's, while raising funds for research and awareness.
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Florida bans 7-OH to prevent 'fourth wave' of opioid epidemic
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Florida bans 7-OH, a compound found in kratom, as officials warn it could trigger a "fourth wave" of the opioid epidemic. The emergency rule makes it illegal to sell, possess or distribute it.
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Four teens arrested after shooting at LaBelle sports park
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According to the Hendry County Sheriff's Office, four teenagers were arrested Thursday after deputies say they were shooting at each other at a LaBelle sports park.
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125 cats removed from Fort Myers home, most euthanized due to poor health conditions
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Lee County officials removed 125 cats from a Fort Myers home, with 107 euthanized due to poor health. Eighteen cats will soon be available for adoption.
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BREAKING NEWS: Hurricane Erin has strengthened to a Category 1 storm with maximum sustained winds of 75 mph as it moves west-northwest toward the Caribbean. That makes it the first hurricane of 2025 Atlantic Hurricane Season.
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Erin is forecast to become the first Major Hurricane of the season. Interests in the Bahamas, Antilles, and East U.S. coast on alert.
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GOT PLANS? | Fort Myers foam party, pizza showdown and IMAG's big birthday bash
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Science center celebrations, comedy shows, and foodie competitions are all happening this weekend in Southwest Florida
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Lightning strike causes house fire in Naples, firefighters say
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The homeowner said he smelled smoke and found his garage filled with smoke. He was able to open the garage door, remove his vehicle, and bring his dog outside to safety, according to GNFD.
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Florida troopers respond to semi-truck crash with injuries on I-75
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The Florida Highway Patrol is responding to a large crash along Alligator Alley. If you plan on using this route, plan accordingly.
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Fort Myers Police respond to scene at Veronica Shoemaker & Winkler Avenue
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Fort Myers Police said they were called around 6:33 a.m. to Veronica Shoemaker Boulevard and Winkler Avenue.
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Homeowners say school traffic blocks driveways, creates safety hazards near Patriot Elementary
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Cape Coral locals near Patriot Elementary School are frustrated with parents blocking driveways and speeding through their neighborhood during school drop-off and pick-up times.
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Lee County deputies said it happened around 4:30 a.m. on Friday at Alico Road and Interstate Commerce Drive. The westbound lanes of Alico Road are closed as of 5 a.m.
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Lee County deputies said it happened around 4:30 a.m. on Friday at Alico Road and Interstate Commerce Drive. The westbound lanes of Alico Road are closed as of 5 a.m.
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