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Southwest Florida

Tracking the Tropics: Gaston

Tropical Storm Gaston is located 965 miles west of the Cape Verde Islands moving to the west at 9 mph. More>>

Southwest Florida

Tracking the Tropics: Fiona

Tropical Storm Fiona is located 610 south of Bermuda moving to the northwest at 17 mph just a short distance behind Hurricane Earl. More>>

Southwest Florida

Tracking the Tropics: Earl

Hurricane Earl is located about 355 miles south of Cape Hatteras, North Carolina moving to the north-northwest at 18 mph. A turn to the north is expected soon with a turn to the north-northeast and an increase in forward speed on Friday. More>>

Cape Coral

How many cars does the city own? Nobody knows! Video included

Cape Coral's city manager is working to fix the problem. More>>

Cars nearly collide with dump trucks, what's being done? Video included

Cars, dump trucks come within inches of colliding. What's being done? More>>

No school zone sign concerns Video included

Cape Coral mom concerned about the lack of school-zone signs at daughter's elementary. More>>

Disabled family wants car back from repair shop Video included

A disabled family wants to know what the hold up is after their car's been in the shop for a month. More>>

Special Treatment? Video included

Is one of the newest members of the Lee County School Board getting special treatment?  His kids once had an hour and a half ride .. but just after he is elected to the board.. its cut to 12 minutes. More>>

Collier County Obama Speech Decision Video included

Collier County Schools set to show the speech September 14 during school hours, but students may not even be in their seats to see it.  Why? That Tuesday is scheduled for early release and depending what time the speech airs will determine whether or not it will be shown in classrooms, a controversial topic that parents stood on both sides of for the past few days. More>>

Disabled vet caregiver pet concerns Video included

A Fort Myers war vet can barely walk but his apartment complex says he needs to. If he wants to keeps his pets and the company is even preventing his care giver from coming to his home to give him the daily help he desperately needs. More>>

Free Breakfast... all month long!! Video included

How does free breakfast sound? More>>

Behind bars...for the 10th time

A Charlotte County woman trying to one-up some addicts finds herself behind bars for the 10th time. More>>

Collier County School district will show Obama's speech Video included

Naples, FL - The Collier County school district will show the President's back to school speech, but parents will have the final say on whether their child will in fact see the speech. The President More>>

Collier County residents get bigger recycling bins Video included

Naples, FL - Big recycling changes are coming to Naples. A new system means you can no longer use your small 18 gallon bin because you'll be given a much larger cart. The city is spending more than More>>

4 In Your Corner Consumer

Chick-Fil-A offers free breakfasts in September Video included

They say breakfast is the most important meal of the day, and one Cape Coral restaurant is hooking you up. More>>

City council member disappointed in decision to remove tree Video included

Naples, FL - There's a big open space in one of the medians in downtown Naples where a stately tree once stood. The decision to remove the tree has city council members questioning why they weren't included More>>

Lawyer sues to allow guns at beaches, parks Video included

Attorney suing county to allow guns on beaches, says "no firearms" signs against state law. More>>

Deputies search for stabbing suspect

Deputies in Collier County searching for a stabbing suspect tonight. More>>

Naples City Council downsize discussion Video included

Naples council members may discuss the suggested cutback in Wednesday's board meeting the item is not on the agenda and if any changes were to be made it would have to be approved by the voters. More>>

Contractor answers allegations of undocumented workers on school job. Video included

 Roofing company owner answers allegations of undocumented workers on the job at a project at a Lee County school. More>>

Newest member addresses Lee Co. school board Video included

The newest Lee County School Board member continues his fight for your kids. The issue? Ending those long school bus rides and demanding results of the transportation audit…now 138 days past due. More>>

North Fort Myers

Multiplying mosquitoes Video included

A buzzing sound follows you wherever you go in North Fort Myers. More>>

Something new at the Edison-Ford Winter Estates Video included

There's something new going on at the Edison - Ford Winter Estates in Fort Myers! More>>

Concussion Concern Video included

New Poll Shows Appalling Lack of Concussion Knowledge New Poll Shows Appalling Lack of Concussion Knowledge

As high school football season gets underway, parents and kids should be very concsious of a major health problem on the field. More>>

Lee County

Undocumented worker concerns at elementary school Video included

Allegations of undocumented workers on the job at an elementary school in Fort Myers. More>>

ATM Skimmer found In North Naples

The Collier County Sheriff's Office is cautioning people after a card skimming device was discovered at an ATM at a North Naples bank over the weekend. More>>

Health Dept. says beaches tested weekly for bacteria Video included

Officials says beaches are tested once a week for harmful bacteria, some still swim despite posted warnings More>>

Local Soldier seriously injured gets a visit from President Obama Video included

A local soldier gets the Purple Heart from President Obama More>>

AC Rebate too difficult Video included

The calls are coming in and business is normal at conditioned air in Naples but you would think that business would be booming on the first day of the "cash for clunkers" A-C rebate program. More>>

Former Lee County School board member gives advice Video included

For years, Bob Chilmonik worked to change the tide while sitting as a member of the school board.  He thinks the two new members – Tom Scott and Don Armstrong - can pull it off. More>>

Lee County

Overgrown property angers neighbors Video included

Thick overgrown brush growing over into people's yards. Neighbors in Lee County turn to Four In Your Corner after they say local agencies refuse to take responsibility. More>>

Crist to keep campaign donations

A judge says Governor Crist gets to keep $10 million in campaign contributions in his quest to represent you in Washington D.C. More>>

Playground Danger Video included

Your chlild's playground can be a very dangerous place. More>>

Video game lets you play as Taliban, kill US troops Video included

Video game that lets you play as Taliban fighters, kill U.S. soldiers, draws criticism. More>>

A.C. rebate starts Monday Video included

If you're in the market for a new AC unit -- the government wants to "sweeten the deal for you". You can get a $1,500 rebate - by replacing your home's heating and cooling system - with a new "energy efficient one".  But the program offering this rebate is first come first serve. More>>

Mother says she got sick from contaminated water Video included

Woman says she is sick from beach water bacteria. More>>

Police looking for suspect in Fort Myers shooting

Police investigate shooting off of Summerlin Road, looking for suspect. More>>

America's Most Wanted profiling Cape double murder Video included

For the third time, America's Most Wanted is profiling a double muder that happened 20 years ago in Cape Coral. More>>

Fundraiser for murdered Cape Coral mother

Fundraiser held in honor of murdered Cape Coral mother. More>>

New grocery store opens in the Cape

New store moves into vacant spot, brings dozens of jobs with it. More>>

Rental Scam Video included

Fox 4 In Your Corner, showing you how to learn from this family's painful mistake, after a phony landlord tricked them into renting somebody's house. More>>

Collier County Obama back to school speech Video included

President Obama, once again set to speak to students in a back to school speech September 14.  While lee county school district has already decided to air the speech live here in collier county the district is still deciding whether that speech is for their students or not. More>>

Does the campaign sign have to go or can it stay??

Naples, FL - The August primary is behind us and now those campaign signs have to go, some of them at least. If the signs aren't picked up, owners and candidates could possibly face a fine as much as More>>

Charlotte County

Four Charlotte County beaches off-limits Video included

The Health Department says there's fecal matter in the water. More>>

School bus accident snarls afternoon traffic Video included

Truck and van slam into school bus carrying students home from school More>>

Judicial race headed to recount

A machine will recount ballots from one judicial race Saturday. More>>

Lee County

Caloosahatchee River water health scare Video included

A popular Cape Coral beach along the Caloosahatchee river is closed for fear the bacteria in the water could make you really sick. If this beach is dirty, what about the rest of the river? More>>

Craigslist renter scam burns Cape Coral family Video included

TRUDY RUSSO: "It always seems the victim gets victimizes again." This Cape Coral family of 4 hit some hard financial times, and couldn't afford their mortgage. Plus, the families faced a slew of problems More>>

Dad: my son dropped off 2 miles from bus stop Video included

A Lehigh Acres father turns to 4 In Your Corner furious.  He wants an apology from the school district after he says his son was forced off the bus at the wrong stop and had to walk almost two miles home. More>>

Parent: Kids standing on school buses Video included

A Cape Coral parent reaches out to FOX4 because her kid claims students are sitting four to a seat on the bus ride to school. She says some don't have a seat at all. The student goes to Oasis Middle Charter More>>

Extradition in Pilar Rodriguez case Video included

New information about the former babysitter charged with killing a 4-year old girl in the 1990's. More>>

AC Rebate coming up

The "cash for clunkers" rebate for home ac units is set to run through December 31 or until 15 million in federal stimulus money runs out. You might remember the last time the state issued a rebate - many didn't meet the requirements.  Well, this year four in your corner is making sure you cross those T's and dot those I's because this process can get a little complicated. More>>

Immigrant community is fearful over immigration law Video included

Naples, FL - Voices of concern echoing outside the Collier County courthouse on Thursday. They are not afraid to speak out about a controversial federal program that gives authority to law enforcement More>>

Cape council bickers over budget Video included

Council has different opinions on what to do with reserve money. More>>

Lee County

Sheriff Scott on accusations of violating the Hatch Act Video included

Lizbeth Benacquisto's campaign literature and website leave no doubt Sheriff Scott is endorsing her for state Senate. More>>

Antivenom shortage in SW Florida puts lives at risk Video included

Although Southwest Florida hospitals assure 4 In Your Corner they're keeping coral snake antivenom in supply, the Food and Drug Administration warns that supply will run out. More>>

Hatch a gator baby!

You can play midwife to a gator egg at Gatorama. More>>

Naples

Predator killing pets in Naples Video included

Ray Stewart walks us through the last time he saw his 4 year old pet cat which was mauled by a predator he believes was a coyote. It happened Monday in the area of Victoria park in north Naples. More>>

School choice: Hot issue with school board candidates Video included

Mary Fisher and Arnold Gibbs are still fighting for the last open seat on the lee county school board. Both well aware -- school choice is a big issue. More>>

Stricter homework guidelines for middle school students Video included

Naples, FL - Collier County middle school students better double check their homework answers before handing it over. This year teachers have stricter guidelines when it comes to those at home assignments. More>>

Kid hit by car; parents upset over lack of sidewalks Video included

Parents say lack of sidewalks dangerous for their kids' commute. More>>

Naples man wins lottery

A Naples man is $1 million dollars richer tonight, thanks to the Florida lottery. More>>

Rick Scott wins Republican nomination for Governor Video included

As Rick Scott is saying in his latest campaign commercials "it's been a long hard campaign for the GOP nomination and it's not over yet." More>>

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Pushing for answers over apartment flooding

Residents upset after apartment parking lot floods, Fox 4 pushes for answers. More>>

Viewers' Weigh In On Mike Scott's Controversial Endorsement Video included

Southwest Floridians split over whether Mike Scott violated a federal law forbidding him from endorsing candidates while in full uniform. More>>

Charlotte County

Deputies arrest babysitter in 1999 homicide of 4-year-old Video included

Charlotte County deputies make an arrest in the cold case homicide of 4-year-old Pilar Rodriguez. More>>

Mom: "Help! Why is my daughter's bus ride 2 hours?" Video included

Mariner High School is just five miles from Joyce Bird's Cape Coral home. But for her daughter Shelby -- getting to school in the morning on the bus would take over two hours. More>>

Lee County

80 Lee County ballots could be trashed Video included

Rick Scott sent out the envelopes because the election's office was having trouble with some of its own. More>>

Apartment complex floods each time it rains Video included

Apartment parking lot floods every time it rains.  Some residents said they were considering moving. More>>

Campaign Controversy Video included

Sheriff's latest political endorsement raises familiar questions. Mike Scott says he didn't know his picture was being used by a candidate he's endorsed. More>>

Cape Coral

It's final: Council gives 200 jobs away to Sarasota company Video included

Some local contractors - furious with Cape Coral Council Members, after council votes, to give 200 jobs to contractors, who don't even live in Lee County. Four In Your Corner Wants to Know - how they More>>

Administrator of Gulf Coast compensation funds takes control Video included

Naples, FL - BP is no longer handling claims from the Gulf oil spill. That's now the responsibility of the government and it's left some wondering if they're ever going to see a compensation check. Paula More>>

Fla. gubernatorial candidates plan busy day

TAMPA, Fla. (AP) - Bill McCollum and Rick Scott are taking to the skies to get in as much last-minute campaigning as possible. More>>

Judge candidate caught with expired out-of-state plates Video included

A candidate for Lee County Judge caught with expired, out-of-state plates despite living here since 2005. More>>

Another burrowing owl nest destroyed Video included

Another destroyed burrowing owl nest is found in the Cape. More>>

Last rush of early voters go to polls

Early voting ended Saturday, many turned out to vote. More>>

Disabled couple fights LCEC, wins

A Ft. Myers couple fights the electric company and wins. More>>

"Deadliest Catch" crew come to Fort Myers

"Deadliest Catch" stars help raise money for local kids. More>>

Cars fly down parkway, nearly collide with dump trucks Video included

Cars fly down Daniels Parkway, nearly collide with construction trucks in front of new Red Sox home. More>>

'Music Walk' hopes to rock downtown Fort Myers

Businesses hope live music event brings dollars, people to downtown area. More>>

Football on Yom Kippur Video included

Naples high football on the gridiron Friday gearing up for the upcoming season , but it was not a set season parents in collier county agreed with.  This year five games throughout the county were scheduled for Friday September 17 the beginning of Yom Kippur. More>>

Housing market may become next victim of oil spill Video included

Naples, FL - Four In Your Corner finding Southwest Florida's housing market may become the next victim of the oil spill which has already hurt sea life, tourism and the seafood industry. Life in the More>>

Angry mom talks about her son's long bus ride Video included

When a mom's angry pleas for the same bus route weren't getting anywhere with the school -- she used her back up plan which seemed to get some results. More>>

Lee County

New school dress code Video included

For the first time in 23 years, kids at Mariner and Cape Coral High will get to wear shorts to school. More>>

Cape Coral

Popular health club in foreclosure

It's one of a kind in Cape Coral - the Mid-Cape Raquet Club - and it's in danger of shutting down. More>>

Consumer Alert: Naples homeowner can't contact company Video included

Naples, FL -Candy Fitzpatrick has no way to reach Loss Mitigation Counseling Services. "I'm guessing they weren't having the success they thought they were going to have and just folded up. I'm not really More>>

Cape Coral

Neighbors fed up with Cape construction site Video included

A Cape Coral neighborhood is upset with a construction site. More>>

McCollum responds to Rick Scott ads Video included

Republican gubernatorial candidate Bill McCollum sits down with Marisa Mendelson to respond to advertisements by his opponent Rick Scott. More>>

Mandatory Septic Inspections Video included

A new law will affect 100s of thousands of you who own septic tanks.  And, as it stands right now, you'll soon be paying for inspections even if it looks like your system is running just fine! More>>

Secrets To Good Sunscreens

If you're spending time outside in Southwest Florida, you should be serious about wearing sunscreen.

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Mail In ballot confusion in Lee County Video included

Controversy continues over envelopes - postage paid - that Rick Scott's campaign just sent to voters.  Four In Your Corner discovers from Lee County Elections your vote won't count because it's not certified by the Elections Office. More>>

Sheriff Scott talks more about mug shot debate Video included

Scott says in most cases he doesn't agree with the mug shot release law. Except when it comes to undercover officers. More>>

Collier County closer to paying contractor Video included

You may remember Keith Markham.  He is a Naples contractor with his own water purifying company aqua pure. He did some work for Collier County back in March and hasn't been paid in more than five months.  Frustrated and overwhelmed, he turned to four in your corner for help. More>>

Naples, FL

VP of Bill Smith's appliances gets Naples man a new TV Video included

A Naples man turns to Four In Your Corner after he says he's getting the run around when it comes to his TV warranty. Don Lewis says his mom's 52 inch TV started acting funny about a year More>>

Single mom worries she could lose her home Video included

A single mom comes to Four in Your Corner after a botched loan modification means she could lose her home to the bank. More>>

Burrowing owl nest tampering suspected Video included

A couple turned to Four In Your Corner saying a burrowing owl nest close to their home is being mowed over.  Literally.  After they called the company they think is responsible and got nowhere we stepped in to help but it may be too late of the owls. More>>

Boost Your Self-Esteen In 5 Minutes

Spending as little as five minutes exercising outdoors-whether it be walking in a park or working in a backyard garden-can lift your self-esteem and improve mood. More>>

South Fort Myers

Who's responsible for the bad AC: We got the bottom line Video included

We got the bottom line for a single mom who came to us, when no one else would help fix the air conditioner in her new home. Carla Branch has been battling the problem for 3 years. She just wants to know, More>>

Salmonella outbreak leads to recall of 228 million eggs nationwide!

228 million eggs are being recalled after a Salmonella outbreak! More>>

Cape Coral

Dock repair problems: Troubleshooter update Video included

A Cape Coral man who hired a local contractor to build a dock but never finished the job. More>>

Collier County residents forced to carry flood insurance Video included

Naples, FL - Thousands of Collier County residents could be forced to buy flood insurance after finding out their property is now considered to be in a flood zone. FEMA updated its flood maps and it More>>

GOP state senate race gets ugly

GOP state senate seat heats up, gets ugly as election approaches. More>>

South Fort Myers

New House, No AC: New answers Video included

New information on that single Mom, who's stuck with a faulty air conditioning unit in her new house. At first, the builder at Kelly Contractors, and the subcontractor kept passing the buck... More>>

Small business owner says Collier County needs to pay him

It's been more than five months and still small business owner Keith Markham has yet to be paid for work he says he did for Collier County back in march. More>>

Lee County

Commissioner slams county department Video included

Lee County Commissioner Brian Bigelow has some strong words for the County Department of Transportation. More>>

Sheriff Scott and Chief Baker talk mug shot debate Video included

Both men outraged after they weren't able to release the mug shot of a retired firefighter who was busted...accused of trying to get a 15 year old prostitute online. More>>

Thousands of Cars Recalled! Is yours on the list? Video included

More car recalls! Is yours on the list? More>>

The Most Dangerous Tool In Your Life Video included

Lawn mowers are routine household tools, but they also cause a lot of injuries, especially of young children. More>>

Lee County teachers told to lay off Facebook Video included

Lee County teachers told to give up Facebook and other social networking at work. More>>

Naples man shares TV troubles Video included

Naples, FL - Imagine buying an expensive TV then watching as the picture goes bad almost immediately! You'd be mad, but you have a warranty so no big deal, right? Wait until you see what's happening More>>

Bad AC connection: Who's at fault? Video included

Things got uncomfortable for everyone -- when the AC unit stopped working -- just a couple of months after Carla Branch moved in. She called the builder, Kelley Contracting, right away. More>>

Keep it in the Cape! Video included

Tempers flaring at the Cape Coral City Council meeting.  The hot topic who will get a six million dollar contract to expand the Oasis Charter School. More>>

Lee County

Mail in voting ballot controversy Video included

His campaign sent mail in ballots to more than 16,000 voters. More>>

Panther Kills Pregnant Donkey Video included

Ted Naftal, outraged after he says a panther is killing his animals and those of his neighbors along sable palm road in Naples.  The most recent victim his pregnant donkey, but while he has been losing his animals his main concern - is the safety of the children in the area. More>>

Mail Made Easy Video included

You don't have to go to the post office anymore to get postal service. More>>

Fake Meat could be coming to a table near you Video included

Would you consider eating meat grown in vats?  Scientists in the U.K. are hoping you'll say, yes! More>>

Fast Food Wars Video included

What's your favorite fast food joint?  More>>

Someone In Your Family Has High Cholesterol - Your Kids!

More kids are suffering from high cholesterol. More>>

Fla. politicians react to 9/11 mosque controversy Video included

Local Islamic center, politicians weigh in on 9/11 mosque controversy. More>>

Tenant says house too hot, landlord not helping

Lehigh Acres woman says house is unsafe, landlord not helping. More>>

Shoppers save during tax free weekend

Back to school shoppers save during tax free weekend. More>>

Art center needs your help to win Pepsi $250k grant

Downtown Fort Myers art center needs your help to win $250,000 More>>

Vets get high school diplomas, 50 years late

A group of 20 vets received their high school diplomas Saturday. More>>

Lookers School Supply Drive

It's not the first or even the second place you'd think of when it comes to dropping off your school supply donations, but a Fort Myers strip club wants you to do just that. They'll even kick in some "services" for free! More>>

Tattoo helps lost kids!

Ever worry about losing your kid in a big crowd? Now there's something that could help! More>>

Forget Mama's Advice. Swim Right After You Eat! Video included

Even if you're mom told you not to swim for at least a half-house after eating, you really can! More>>

Board discusses rescheduling of football games Video included

Naples, FL - High school football on major Jewish holidays...it's a familiar complaint from religious leaders in Collier County. So why hasn't the school board moved the games? Rabbi Adam Miller says More>>

Could thieves be targeting your church?

Thieves made off with $50,000 worth of A.C. units from one Cape Coral church. More>>

Bolden brings passion, enthusiasm and discipline to marching band Video included

Naples, FL -Students rallied outside on busy streets, started an online petition and banded together supporters to get the old Barron Collier Band Director back. Now the high school marching band is More>>

Invasive lionfish found near Marco Island Video included

Fishermen worry about invasive lionfish spotted near Marco Island. More>>

Manhunt latest: Formal charges brought against Timothy Tuttle

New developments in the case of a Lee County murder suspect; formal charges have now been brought against Timothy Tuttle. More>>

You Decide 2010

Republican race for governor heats up over immigration debate Video included

Two Republican candidates for governor: Once with very different views on immigration…now both pushing for tougher laws More>>

Collier Schools super Thompson gets evaluation

That's the word from superintendent of Collier County Schools.  Dr. Dennis Thompson refusing to comment after board members spent two hours discussing whether or not to extend his contract for one year. More>>

Abandoned barge: Will it be removed? Video included

For more than two years neighbors have been trying to get that barge removed. And, after getting the runaround we took matters into our own hands.  More>>

Meat Lovers Might Love This!

If you've been avoiding steak for heart-healthy reasons, this may be the news you've been waiting to hear... Not all red meats are necessarily bad for your heart. More>>

Kuts 4 Kids - Salon Solaris

$3 Cuts for you Kids as they head back to school! More>>

Head Back to School with Clear Skin! Video included

Back to school can be a stressful time for students.  They want to look their best and sometimes the new clothes and backpack just won't cut it!  More>>

Freshman Finances - Know how to spend and save wisely!

Heading to College?  You'll learn a lot but make sure before you head out you know how to spend and save wisely! More>>

Dialysis Danger Video included

Your high blood pressure could leave you dependent on dialysis to live. More>>

Selling expired food is not a health violation Video included

Naples, FL - We're digging deeper in our ongoing investigation into Southwest Florida grocery stories selling expired food. It started when concerned parents contacted us about more than one store doing More>>

More bus shelters on the way

If you've been caught in the rain lately when waiting for the bus, here's some news that may have you feeling warm and dry ... on the inside, at least. More>>

Muffler Wall Dispute

A wall of mufflers that has been a staple for one North Ft Myers community for years is now stirring up controversy.  Some residents don't like the wall and they think it's attracting unwanted guest. More>>

Cape Coral

LCEC customer says the company is ripping them off

Imagine getting your utility bill in the mail, and it's twice as much as you think it should be. When you question the company about it -- they won't do anything, they just tell you to pay it. A North More>>

Lehigh Acres

Pitbull problem

You have to get through shrubs, tall grasses, and unpaved roads just to get to her home. More>>

Snag some tax free stuff this weekend

Snag some taxes free back to school gear this weekend. More>>

Mysterious dots popping up on mailboxes

Colorful little dots popping up on mailboxes. What are they? More>>

Going to the DMV will soon be easier!

Changes to the DMV will make your life a lot easier! More>>

Three Suspicious Fires have Residents in one Collier neighborhood concerned Video included

That's right, three house fires all happening within forty eight hours, all in the same area and now residents in Golden Gate are truly worried about their safety. More>>

Woman gets three DUI's after hitting four cars

A Fort Myers woman racks up three DUI charges in one night after an alleged hit and run on four cars More>>

Cape Coral

Man says flight attendant assaulted him before he made headlines

Ever dream of making a memorable exit from your job? A Jetblue flight attendant may take the cake on that one. According to reports, Steven Slater got angry with a passenger for grabbing her luggage, More>>

Sick Of Cellulite? Try This! Video included

There is a way to fight cellulite and it doesn't involve surgery or crazy creams! More>>

Naples, FL

Another grocery store selling expired food Video included

Naples, FL - Not even a month after we exposed expired food being sold on store shelves at a local Winn-Dixie, a Naples woman says there's another supermarket doing the same thing. She says she's just More>>

Fort Myers

Is it a retirement rip-off? Video included

Betty moved into The Lakes retirement community in Fort Myers two years ago. More>>

Scammers target businesses, pretend to be gov't agency

Scammers pretending to be from DOT targeting local businesses. More>>

Expensive HOA Fines

A pretty banged up garage door is probably the first thing that stands out if you are passing the home of Greg and Paola Bartis in the Stratford Place Community of Naples. More>>

Local Business getting some help to stay afloat Video included

The county is shutting a local woman's business down saying she can't teach out of her home but now one Fox 4 Viewer thinks he can help. More>>

Think You're Hungry? Think Again! Video included

Chances are you're eating when you're not really hungry when you're eating. Find out how to know to show for sure! More>>

Hazardous chemicals lead to concerns Video included

Bonita Springs, FL -Seven people are taken to the hospital after complaints of headaches and trouble breathing. We're learning it happened after workers mixed the wrong chemicals at an electro-mechanical More>>

South Florida

Painkiller shortage Video included

We're talking about oxycodone, which some doctors call the strongest painkiller ever made. More>>

Where are energy appliance rebate checks?

Many still haven't received rebate checks from popular energy appliance program. More>>

"Lucky Cat" promotes happiness in SWFL

Tiny plastic cat promotes happiness, businesses in the area. More>>

Security scare at airport caused by mix-up

Terminal at Southwest Floriad International shut down over mix-up. More>>

Shop giving away free back-to-school clothes

Consignment shop giving away free back to school clothes Monday. More>>

Where did all the oil go?

Government says half of oil from BP spill is gone. Many wondering where it went? More>>

Lee Co. park comes with hefty price tag

Park for at-risk youth costs taxpayers big time. More>>

Death investigation, details as they come...

A death investigation at a home on the 400 block of Stipe Street in north Fort Myers. More>>

Want To Slim Down? Try A DASH Of This! Video included

To lower high blood pressure through diet, doctors recommend that you eat more fruits, vegetables, as well as more whole grain products and nuts. And guess what? This approach can help you lose weight too! More>>

Lee County Deputies are searching for an armed robber Video included

A man robs a liquor store on Palm Beach Boulevard and takes off. More>>

Ave Maria student laid to rest

That love felt by more than a hundred people who stopped to pay their respects tonight at the oratory in Ave Maria.  Alex Klucik, only 19 years old and full of life his family says, but sadly his life was taken too soon. More>>

Superintendent in the spotlight of the District 3 School Board Race Video included

Naples, FL - Collier County School Superintendent, Dr. Dennis Thompson's future is a key issue when it comes to the school board's district 3 race. The question, "should Thompson stay or should he go?" District More>>

Neighbors fear for safety after shooting

Neighbors say there's been problems at the mobile home park for years and the shooting is the last straw. More>>

Your Smile Is Telling You Something! Video included

Your Smile Is Telling You Something! More>>

POP WARNER FIASCO

Some parents in Punta Gorda turn to Four In Your Corner wanting to know why they're kids were kicked off the pop warner football team. More>>

Inmates Gone Fishin' Video included

Inmates Gone Fishin' More>>

Naples Teacher Rally

Dozens of students and members of the community out at this CiCi's Pizza in Naples to show their support for former band director at Barron Collier High, Kelly Parker. More>>

Court date set for suspect in fake ID raid

The man charged in the case will stay in jail a little longer. A federal judge has denied bail for 24-year old Brandon Albanito. More>>

A Naples resident gets hit with extra airline fees Video included

Naples, FL - You sit down at the computer to book a flight, but just when you purchase that fare thinking you're able to fly for cheap you get slapped with carry-on baggage fees and traveler's insurance. More>>

Scammers target another Ft. Myers business

Another business fights off scammers. More>>

Water bill woes

$500 for a water bill? Marisa Mendelson tries to get answers and finds out how you can fight back if the same thing happens to you. More>>

Dangerous intersection? Video included

Some Cape Coral residents think an intersection desperately needs a traffic signal. Marisa Mendelson tries to get answers. More>>

Southwest Florida company offers new tool In oil clean-up Video included

Southwest Florida Company Offers New Tool In Clean-Up More>>

Identity Theft: What to do if your credit info gets stolen Video included

What should you do if thieves steal your sensitive banking info? More>>

Abandoned motel an eyesore to angry residents Video included

Neighbors say abandoned motel is an ugly eyesore, worry about safety. More>>

Unemployment blog helping families Video included

The unemployed banding together to help others who are out of work. That's what's happening because they say the government isn't doing enough to help. More>>

St. James City

Filthy house: Is the landlord cleaning up? Video included

Four in Your Corner took you inside last night to show you what neighbors are calling a health hazard. More>>

LCEC power line debate in Cape Coral Video included

The city wanted to put these power poles underground on southeast 47th terrace instead of where the current project is underway. But LCEC shut them down and shut off the possible savings. More>>

High school principal fired Video included

A cheating scandal results in a Cape Coral principal getting the boot. More>>

Cape Coral police officer turns in his badge

A Cape Coral police officer turns in his badge after the department says a lengthy investigation shows he walked away with thousands of dollars from the city. More>>

Disney Hiking Prices Video included

Get ready to dig deeper into your wallet if you're heading to Disney! More>>

Deputy's Wife Arrested

Business owner Gary Withstandley simply frustrated! His former employee Carol Peabody now accused of embezzling more than one hundred thousand dollars from his Naples business Gulfcoast Irrigation. More>>

Residents angry over injured deer Video included

Naples, FL - Animal lovers outraged! Naples residents who live near Corkscrew Swamp Sanctuary are upset after seeing a deer with an arrow poking out of its shoulder. More>>

NOAA: No more threat to Fla. Keys or East Coast

The Obama administration says the oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico no longer poses a threat to the Florida Keys or the East Coast. More>>

Speed trap money maker or life saver? Video included

Police officers cracking down on speeders. Is the motivation money or safety? More>>

Figure skating fun in Estero Video included

It may be the heat of summer, but students at one charter school in Immokalee found themselves thrust into winter on Tuesday. Julie Juarez is looking to learn. "I want to do this because More>>

Lee County

Temporary post office opens for Pine Island Video included

The Matlacha community post office is back in business after a fire ripped through its building two weeks ago. More>>

Priest on Administrative Leave Video included

St. Leo's Catholic Church in Bonita Springs quiet Tuesday afternoon.  This after Father Stan Strycharz is placed on administrative leave for allegedly failing to live up to the sacramental commitments. More>>

Chatroulette Cleaning up its act Video included

A website known for some raunchy content is cleaning up its act. More>>

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