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Red tide found in parts of Sanibel, Captiva islands
Red tide found in parts of Sanibel, Captiva islands
Red tide is back on the beaches of Southwest Florida after a moderate to high sample was taken this week near Sanibel and Captiva.More >>Red tide is back on the beaches of Southwest Florida after a moderate to high sample was taken this week near Sanibel and Captiva.More >>$110 million plan proposed for Southwest Florida International Airport expansion
Southwest Florida International Airport to get expansion
The airport is the 43rd busiest in the United States, and the number of visitors increased by 4.4 percent last year.
More >>The airport is the 43rd busiest in the United States, and the number of visitors increased by 4.4 percent last year.
More >>Suspect named in double murder in Morse Shores
Suspect named in double homicide in Morse Shores
Law enforcement in Southwest Florida needs help to find Angel Morales Carrasco, who authorities believe is connected to a double homicide in Lee County.More >>Law enforcement in Southwest Florida needs help to find Angel Morales Carrasco, who authorities believe is connected to a double homicide in Lee County.More >>Medical marijuana dispensary ban continues in Estero
Medical marijuana dispensary ban continues in Estero
Currently, there is a temporary ban on those facilities, but the village hopes to make it permanent.
More >>Currently, there is a temporary ban on those facilities, but the village hopes to make it permanent.
More >>Murder suspect's lengthy criminal history impacts judge's decision
Murder suspect's lengthy criminal history impacts judge's decision
Freddie Harris made his first appearance in front of a judge Wednesday morning.
More >>Freddie Harris made his first appearance in front of a judge Wednesday morning.
More >>Mother of 2 murdered in Fort Myers home with children inside
Mother of 2 murdered in Fort Myers home with children inside
A family member screamed out for a loved one in Fort Myers as a murder investigation began Tuesday morning.
More >>A family member screamed out for a loved one in Fort Myers as a murder investigation began Tuesday morning.
More >>Haitians in Southwest Florida fear being deported
Haitians in Southwest Florida fear being deported when temporary protection expires
One of Southwest Florida's largest employers fears it could lose a significant chunk of its workforce, if President Trump doesn't extend the stay of Haitian immigrants staying in the United States.
More >>One of Southwest Florida's largest employers fears it could lose a significant chunk of its workforce, if President Trump doesn't extend the stay of Haitian immigrants staying in the United States.
More >>Fire chars several golf carts in Bonita Springs
Fire chars several golf carts in Bonita Springs
The vehicles were locked behind a fence at Affordable Golf Carts on Bernbrook Court and Bernwood Drive.
More >>The vehicles were locked behind a fence at Affordable Golf Carts on Bernbrook Court and Bernwood Drive.
More >>Did you hear that? Big boom startles Cape residents
Did you hear that? Big boom startles Cape residents
A loud boom — that some say shook them to their core — has people in Cape Coral concerned, confused, and curious about the cause.
More >>A loud boom — that some say shook them to their core — has people in Cape Coral concerned, confused, and curious about the cause.
More >>Morse Shores deaths ruled homicides
Morse Shores deaths ruled homicides
Two people found dead early Sunday in a Morse Shores home were victims of homicide, the sheriff's office said Monday.
More >>Two people found dead early Sunday in a Morse Shores home were victims of homicide, the sheriff's office said Monday.
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Local communities question Florida laws on medical marijuana dispensaries
Local communities question Florida laws on medical marijuana dispensaries
Two Southwest Florida communities have banned medical marijuana dispensaries.
More >>Two Southwest Florida communities have banned medical marijuana dispensaries.
More >>First penguins arrive at Naples Zoo
First penguins arrive at Naples Zoo
For the first time, penguins will call the Naples Zoo home.
More >>For the first time, penguins will call the Naples Zoo home.
More >>Board faces backlash for having school on Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Board faces backlash for having school on Martin Luther King Jr. Day
Several groups gathered Tuesday to challenge the Collier School Board’s decision to have school on Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
More >>Several groups gathered Tuesday to challenge the Collier School Board’s decision to have school on Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
More >>Families remain homeless more than 2 months after Irma
Families remain homeless more than 2 months after Irma
There are many in Collier County that are still looking for a place to live more than two months after Hurricane Irma.
More >>There are many in Collier County that are still looking for a place to live more than two months after Hurricane Irma.
More >>Naples boy killed in hit and run; suspect arrested
Naples boy killed in hit and run; suspect arrested
A 13-year-old Naples boy is dead and a suspect behind bars after a hit-and-run crash.
More >>A 13-year-old Naples boy is dead and a suspect behind bars after a hit-and-run crash.
More >>New victim sketch released in 2004 cold case
New victim sketch released in 2004 cold case
A 2004 cold case in Collier County is being revisited, with detectives releasing a sketch of the unidentified victim.
More >>A 2004 cold case in Collier County is being revisited, with detectives releasing a sketch of the unidentified victim.
More >>Naples man killed in crash
Naples man killed in crash
A Naples man was killed in a two-vehicle crash Saturday evening.
More >>A Naples man was killed in a two-vehicle crash Saturday evening.
More >>East Naples economic boost on the horizon
East Naples economic boost on the horizon
Collier County commissioners are set next week to review proposals to redevelop a piece of land known as the gateway triangle, near US-41 and Davis Boulevard.
More >>Collier County commissioners are set next week to review proposals to redevelop a piece of land known as the gateway triangle, near US-41 and Davis Boulevard.
More >>Everglades City residents still struggling after Irma
Everglades City residents still struggling after Irma
Two months after Hurricane Irma, people in Everglades City say they're still struggling with just how much help they still need.
More >>Two months after Hurricane Irma, people in Everglades City say they're still struggling with just how much help they still need.
More >>Fugitive Friday: Nov. 10
Fugitive Friday: Nov. 10
If you have information on these or any wanted fugitives, you can remain anonymous and be eligible for a cash reward by calling Crime Stoppers at (800) 780-TIPS.
More >>If you have information on these or any wanted fugitives, you can remain anonymous and be eligible for a cash reward by calling Crime Stoppers at (800) 780-TIPS.
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20 students aboard school bus that crashed in North Port
20 students aboard school bus that crashed in North Port
It happened at Cranberry Boulevard, just off of I-75 at the Toledo Blade Boulevard exit at mile marker 179.
More >>It happened at Cranberry Boulevard, just off of I-75 at the Toledo Blade Boulevard exit at mile marker 179.
More >>Speeding motorcyclist dies after crash in Port Charlotte
Speeding motorcyclist dies after crash in Port Charlotte
It happened at the intersection of El Jobean Road and Cornelius Boulevard - about 3.5 miles west of US-41, not far from the Myakka River.
More >>It happened at the intersection of El Jobean Road and Cornelius Boulevard - about 3.5 miles west of US-41, not far from the Myakka River.
More >>Trooper of the Year rescued crash victim in Charlotte County
Trooper of the Year rescued crash victim in Charlotte County
A Florida Highway Patrol trooper who used a knife and a crowbar to rescue a crash victim in Charlotte County was named 2017 Trooper of the Year.
More >>A Florida Highway Patrol trooper who used a knife and a crowbar to rescue a crash victim in Charlotte County was named 2017 Trooper of the Year.
More >>Fugitive Friday: Nov. 10
Fugitive Friday: Nov. 10
If you have information on these or any wanted fugitives, you can remain anonymous and be eligible for a cash reward by calling Crime Stoppers at (800) 780-TIPS.
More >>If you have information on these or any wanted fugitives, you can remain anonymous and be eligible for a cash reward by calling Crime Stoppers at (800) 780-TIPS.
More >>Veteran's Day events in Southwest Florida
Veteran's Day events in Southwest Florida
A list of events in Southwest Florida honoring and recognizing veterans.
More >>A list of events in Southwest Florida honoring and recognizing veterans.
More >>Teen faces no charges after threatening North Port building
Teen faces no charges after threatening North Port building
It happened at the Morgan Family Community Center near North Port High School, just a few miles off the Sumter Boulevard exit of I-75.
More >>It happened at the Morgan Family Community Center near North Port High School, just a few miles off the Sumter Boulevard exit of I-75.
More >>Barron Collier sweeps Port Charlotte in regional volleyball finals
Barron Collier sweeps Port Charlotte in regional volleyball finals
Southwest Florida will have two chances at a volleyball state championship.
More >>Southwest Florida will have two chances at a volleyball state championship.
More >>Punta Gorda names finalists for police chief job
Punta Gorda names finalists for police chief job
The city of Punta Gorda narrowed down the list of candidates to replace former police chief, Tom Lewis.More >>The city of Punta Gorda narrowed down the list of candidates to replace former police chief, Tom Lewis.More >>Researchers want your evacuation story
Researchers want your evacuation story
UC Berkeley said the main purpose of their survey is to understand how people make decisions in high-stress situations.More >>UC Berkeley said the main purpose of their survey is to understand how people make decisions in high-stress situations.More >>North Port standoff ends with arrest after 9 hours
North Port standoff ends with arrest after 9 hours
A North Port man was arrested after a nearly nine-hour standoff on Monday.
More >>A North Port man was arrested after a nearly nine-hour standoff on Monday.
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Governor Scott unveils campaign-style television ad
Governor Scott unveils campaign-style television ad
Florida Governor Rick Scott has a new campaign-style television ad.
More >>Florida Governor Rick Scott has a new campaign-style television ad.
More >>Ad calling for Trump's impeachment hit Southwest Florida airwaves
Ad calling for Trump's impeachment hit Southwest Florida airwaves
A controversial political TV ad calling for the impeachment of President Donald Trump is hitting the airwaves in Southwest Florida.
More >>A controversial political TV ad calling for the impeachment of President Donald Trump is hitting the airwaves in Southwest Florida.
More >>Fort Myers City Attorney feared for his life during Freeh investigation
Fort Myers City Attorney fearing for his life during Freeh investigation
Alley made the admission to investigators while discussing the allegations against him, which included an overly aggressive management style that the city council agreed needs improvement.
More >>Alley made the admission to investigators while discussing the allegations against him, which included an overly aggressive management style that the city council agreed needs improvement.
More >>Joe Coviello elected Cape Coral mayor
Joe Coviello elected Cape Coral mayor
Joe Coviello will be Cape Coral's next mayor after beating Mike Hollow by just 242 votes in Tuesday's election.
More >>Joe Coviello will be Cape Coral's next mayor after beating Mike Hollow by just 242 votes in Tuesday's election.
More >>Historic and controversial: The story of Cape Mayor Marni Sawicki
Historic and controversial: The story of Cape Mayor Marni Sawicki
Cape Coral Mayor Marni Sawicki announced months ago she didn't want to keep the job, and on Tuesday, voters will choose her successor.
More >>Cape Coral Mayor Marni Sawicki announced months ago she didn't want to keep the job, and on Tuesday, voters will choose her successor.
More >>Firetruck endorsing mayoral candidate appears again in Cape Coral
Firetruck endorsing mayoral candidate appears again in Cape Coral
A privately owned firetruck, plastered with campaign signs, made another appearance in Cape Coral in front of an old city fire station.
More >>A privately owned firetruck, plastered with campaign signs, made another appearance in Cape Coral in front of an old city fire station.
More >>Cape mayoral candidate questioned about LCSO, Freeh Report
Cape mayoral candidate questioned about LCSO, Freeh Report
Mike Hollow was questioned about his time at LCSO, the sheriff's endorsement of his opponent, and allegations made in the Freeh Report.More >>Mike Hollow was questioned about his time at LCSO, the sheriff's endorsement of his opponent, and allegations made in the Freeh Report.More >>Gov. Scott spends $2 million on ads, is he running for Senate?
Gov. Scott spends $2 million on ads, is he running for Senate?
Florida Governor Rick Scott is spending $2 million out of his political war chest on advertising, touting his performance during Hurricane Irma.More >>Florida Governor Rick Scott is spending $2 million out of his political war chest on advertising, touting his performance during Hurricane Irma.More >>New law would expand texting while driving rules in Florida
New law would expand texting while driving rules in Florida
If you're out texting while driving, you cannot be stopped by law enforcement for just that, but that may soon change.
More >>If you're out texting while driving, you cannot be stopped by law enforcement for just that, but that may soon change.
More >>Florida prepares to host white nationalist as tensions rise
Florida prepares to host white nationalist as tensions rise
Richard Spencer will bring his message to Florida this week.
More >>Richard Spencer will bring his message to Florida this week.
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Southwest pilot with loaded gun arrested before boarding
Southwest pilot with loaded gun arrested before boarding
Authorities have arrested a Southwest Airlines pilot after a loaded 9 mm pistol was found in his carry-on luggage before he boarded his aircraft at St. Louis' Lambert Airport.
More >>Authorities have arrested a Southwest Airlines pilot after a loaded 9 mm pistol was found in his carry-on luggage before he boarded his aircraft at St. Louis' Lambert Airport.
More >>Local communities question Florida laws on medical marijuana dispensaries
Local communities question Florida laws on medical marijuana dispensaries
Two Southwest Florida communities have banned medical marijuana dispensaries.
More >>Two Southwest Florida communities have banned medical marijuana dispensaries.
More >>Cape teen hit in face with rifle during armed robbery
Cape teen hit in face with rifle during armed robbery
A teenager was left bruised and bloodied after he said he was hit in the face with a rifle during an armed robbery.
More >>A teenager was left bruised and bloodied after he said he was hit in the face with a rifle during an armed robbery.
More >>Governor Scott unveils campaign-style television ad
Governor Scott unveils campaign-style television ad
Florida Governor Rick Scott has a new campaign-style television ad.
More >>Florida Governor Rick Scott has a new campaign-style television ad.
More >>AP Exclusive: US scientists try 1st gene editing in the body
AP Exclusive: US scientists try 1st gene editing in the body
Scientists for the first time have tried gene editing inside the body in a bold attempt to permanently change a person's DNA to try to cure a disease.More >>Scientists for the first time have tried gene editing inside the body in a bold attempt to permanently change a person's DNA to try to cure a disease.More >>Collier teacher shames sexual assault victims in Facebook post
Collier teacher shames sexual assault victims in Facebook post
A Collier County teacher went on Facebook and blamed alleged victims of sexual assault and rape.More >>A Collier County teacher went on Facebook and blamed alleged victims of sexual assault and rape.More >>Suspect hit with Taser when he tried to excape courtroom
Suspect hit with Taser when he tried to excape courtroom
Suspect strikes deputy and tries to escape after learning he's facing more charges than expected during a Louisville, Kentucky court appearance.
More >>Suspect strikes deputy and tries to escape after learning he's facing more charges than expected during a Louisville, Kentucky court appearance.
More >>Construction worker injured on the job in Naples; transferred to Tampa hospital
Construction worker injured on the job in Naples; transferred to Tampa hospital
The death of a construction worker in Naples Park on Tuesday has led to an investigation.
More >>The death of a construction worker in Naples Park on Tuesday has led to an investigation.
More >>Puerto Rico hit with new power outage
Puerto Rico hit with new power outage
On the same day Puerto Rico's governor celebrated power generation on the island reaching 50% of capacity, the lights went out in the San Juan metro area.
More >>On the same day Puerto Rico's governor celebrated power generation on the island reaching 50% of capacity, the lights went out in the San Juan metro area.
More >>Video released of Tampa serial murder suspect
Video released of Tampa serial murder suspect
Tampa police released new video on Wednesday of a suspect in the recent Seminole Heights murders.More >>Tampa police released new video on Wednesday of a suspect in the recent Seminole Heights murders.More >>
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Mother of 2 murdered in Fort Myers home with children inside
A family member screamed out for a loved one in Fort Myers as a murder investigation began Tuesday morning.
First medical marijuana dispensary opens in Lee County
People from all over the state lined up for hours to be part of the grand opening of Lee County's first medical marijuana dispensary.
Speeding motorcyclist dies after crash in Port Charlotte
It happened at the intersection of El Jobean Road and Cornelius Boulevard - about 3.5 miles west of US-41, not far from the Myakka River.
Cape boat owner uses GPS to track motor thieves
Thieves strike again, stealing yet another outboard boat motor from a Cape Coral storage lot. Only this time, the owner was ready.
$98K in donations go to woman fired for flipping off Trump motorcade
The woman who was fired for giving President Donald Trump's motorcade the "one-fingered salute" is close to receiving $100,000 in donations.
Viral photo: Dog's ear looks like President Trump's face
A woman believes she can see President Donald Trump's face in the ear of her beagle. Father admits to punching baby to death when crying wouldn't stop
A Pennsylvania father is facing charges in connection with his 4-month-old daughter's death.
Mom offers son's yard services for free as punishment for suspension
After being suspended from school for three days, a Louisiana mother laid down the law for her son and put him to work.
Murder suspect's lengthy criminal history impacts judge's decision
Freddie Harris made his first appearance in front of a judge Wednesday morning.
Suspect named in double homicide in Morse Shores
Law enforcement in Southwest Florida needs help to find Angel Morales Carrasco, who authorities believe is connected to a double homicide in Lee County.
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Murder suspect's lengthy criminal history impacts judge's decision
Freddie Harris made his first appearance in front of a judge Wednesday morning.
Wanted teen steals car, pulled over during joyride
Sixteen-year-old Jose Borrego stole a car and went for a joyride that got him arrested on Saturday.
Morse Shores deaths ruled homicides
Two people found dead early Sunday in a Morse Shores home were victims of homicide, the sheriff's office said Monday.
Fort Myers man checking on crash victims struck by car, killed
A man struck and killed by a car in Fort Myers died while checking on the victims of a crash.
Dunbar shooting leaves man dead
A shooting in Dunbar left one person dead late Sunday.
Convicted felon sentenced for having gun
A Fort Myers man will spend 15 years in prison for possessing a firearm and ammo as a convicted felon.
Fort Myers man gets 9 years in fatal DUI crash
The driver who caused a fatal wrong-way crash in Fort Myers last year was sentenced Monday to nine years in prison.
Naples boy killed in hit and run; suspect arrested
A 13-year-old Naples boy is dead and a suspect behind bars after a hit-and-run crash.
New victim sketch released in 2004 cold case
A 2004 cold case in Collier County is being revisited, with detectives releasing a sketch of the unidentified victim.
Man tries to grab boy in Cape Coral
A stranger danger case was reported Sunday afternoon in Cape Coral.