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    • SOUTHWEST FLORIDA VACCINE INFORMATION

      A listing of local vaccines sites available in Southwest Florida
    • LATEST COVID-19 NUMBERS

      The latest coronavirus cases and deaths in Southwest Florida. Florida coronavirus map tracking the COVID-19 cases for the state.
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    Pope Francis arrives in Iraq
    The Associated Press
    Rebound
    Gardening industry continues to grow during the pandemic
    WFTX Digital Team
    Local News
    Five kids, two adults transported to local hospital after rollover crash in Fort Myers
    WFTX Digital Team
    Local News
    Family of man who fell off dinner cruise is suing
    Kat Velez
    Weather
    FORECAST: Rain for Saturday...sunshine returns Sunday
    Derek Beasley
    Getting Back To Work
    HELP WANTED: Three places to apply for work in SWFL
    WFTX Digital Team
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    Coronavirus

    Detroit turns down 6K Johnson & Johnson vaccine doses

    WXYZ Staff & Scripps National
    11:34 AM, Mar 05, 2021
    McDonald's

    National

    100-year-old McDonald's employee celebrates with community

    Scripps National
    11:23 AM, Mar 05, 2021
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    Coronavirus

    Southeastern Grocers announce additional stores to carry vaccine in Lee, DeSoto, and Charlotte Counties

    WFTX Digital Team
    11:10 AM, Mar 05, 2021
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    Protecting Paradise

    Trailhead of Telegraph Creek Preserve closed for gopher tortoise habitat improvement

    WFTX Digital Team
    10:45 AM, Mar 05, 2021
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    Local News

    Garden Club of Cape Coral to host annual fundraiser

    WFTX Digital Team
    10:26 AM, Mar 05, 2021
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    Coronavirus

    Guidance for fully-vaccinated Americans expected soon

    Scripps National
    10:19 AM, Mar 05, 2021
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    National

    Trump appointee charged in connection with Capitol riot

    Alex Hider
    10:06 AM, Mar 05, 2021
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    Local News

    The Community Outreach to Achieve Change on the Homefront hosts silent auction

    WFTX Digital Team
    9:52 AM, Mar 05, 2021
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    Coronavirus

    AP Poll: 70% back Biden's handling of pandemic

    The Associated Press
    9:32 AM, Mar 05, 2021
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    America in Crisis

    Lawsuit: Cincy police discriminated against white officer

    WCPO Staff
    9:15 AM, Mar 05, 2021
    Factory jobs

    National

    Strong jobs report notes that US added 379,000 jobs in Feb.

    The Associated Press
    8:42 AM, Mar 05, 2021
    Journalist robbed of camera

    National

    SF reporter robbed of camera at gunpoint

    Alex Hider
    8:00 AM, Mar 05, 2021
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    Coronavirus

    School employees now eligible for Publix COVID-19 vaccine appointments

    Victoria Lewis
    6:31 AM, Mar 05, 2021
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    National

    Boston Marathon plan to hand out 70,000 medals roils runners

    The Associated Press
    6:25 AM, Mar 05, 2021
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    Coronavirus

    9 great apes get COVID-19 vaccinations at San Diego Zoo

    The Associated Press
    6:18 AM, Mar 05, 2021
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    Local News

    Man in critical condition after hit and run in DeSoto County

    WFTX Digital Team
    5:18 AM, Mar 05, 2021

    Coronavirus

    One year into pandemic, unemployment still hard to collect

    WFTX Digital Team
    11:58 PM, Mar 04, 2021

    Coronavirus

    Asian Professional Association comments on anti-Asian sentiment in U.S.

    WFTX Digital Team
    11:48 PM, Mar 04, 2021
  • Virus Outbreak New York

    Coronavirus

    Reports: Cuomo’s office altered nursing home death numbers

    Justin Boggs
    11:01 PM, Mar 04, 2021

    Local News

    FMPD reporting drop in crime rate

    Kat Velez
    10:53 PM, Mar 04, 2021
    Virus Outbreak Colorado

    National

    17% of food production globally wasted, UN report estimates

    The Associated Press & Scripps National
    10:22 PM, Mar 04, 2021
  • Local News

    Thirteen-year-old arrested for threat of mass shooting

    Kat Velez
    10:15 PM, Mar 04, 2021

    Local News

    New after school program helps students with homework

    Kat Velez
    10:05 PM, Mar 04, 2021
    Peter Meijer

    National

    Republican’s alternative to Biden’s stimulus: $2,400 checks

    Justin Boggs
    9:57 PM, Mar 04, 2021
  • Coronavirus

    Differing orders lead to confusion over teachers vaccines

    Rochelle Alleyne
    9:54 PM, Mar 04, 2021
    Autos Seat Belt Air Bags

    National

    Deaths from car accidents jumped in 2020 despite fewer miles

    Justin Boggs
    9:01 PM, Mar 04, 2021
    On The Money NerdWallet High Interest Loans

    National

    Fed: Inflation temporary, holds interest rates in place

    The Associated Press & Scripps National
    8:32 PM, Mar 04, 2021
  • California Gas Prices

    National

    Put the cap on gas prices: 6 ways to save at the pump

    Philip Reed, Nerd Wallet
    7:53 PM, Mar 04, 2021

    Local News

    Great Danes rescued after running into traffic

    Rob Manch
    7:23 PM, Mar 04, 2021
  • Virus Outbreak Vaccine Access

    Coronavirus

    Canada delays 2nd COVID-19 vaccine dose

    Justin Boggs
    6:56 PM, Mar 04, 2021

    Local News

    Babcock Ranch developer has eye on Lee Civic Center property

    Rachel Loyd
    6:49 PM, Mar 04, 2021
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    Local News

    Fort Myers officer arrested for domestic battery

    Kat Velez
    6:41 PM, Mar 04, 2021
  • U.S. Capitol

    National

    Police request 60-day extension of Guard at US Capitol

    The Associated Press & Scripps National
    5:43 PM, Mar 04, 2021
    Ballet

    National

    Historic Black ballerina offers perspective

    Elizabeth Ruiz
    5:31 PM, Mar 04, 2021
    NASA's Super Guppy aircraft arrives at Mesa Gateway

    National

    NASA's 'Super Guppy' aircraft lands at Arizona airport

    KNXV Staff
    5:29 PM, Mar 04, 2021
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    National

    Out-of-work Florida man looking for more than stimulus check

    Joe St. George
    5:10 PM, Mar 04, 2021
    'Coming to America 2' to premiere on Amazon on March 5

    Entertainment

    Review: 'Coming 2 America' forgot to pack the laughs

    Phil Villarreal
    4:49 PM, Mar 04, 2021
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    Coronavirus

    Florida nurse vaccinates both of her grandmas for COVID-19

    Kyle Hicks
    4:37 PM, Mar 04, 2021
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    Coronavirus

    CDC study: COVID-19 more prevalent in children

    Sam Cohen
    4:26 PM, Mar 04, 2021
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    National

    VP Harris breaks Senate tie moving stimulus bill to floor

    Justin Boggs
    4:23 PM, Mar 04, 2021
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    Local News

    Alva woman arrested for driving drunk, killing man and two teens

    Kat Velez
    4:22 PM, Mar 04, 2021
  • New Zealand Earthquake

    National

    Tsunami watch canceled in Hawaii after 8.1 magnitude quake

    Scripps National
    3:30 PM, Mar 04, 2021
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    Local News

    Anonymous donor matching Suncoast Humane Society donations

    Kat Velez
    3:30 PM, Mar 04, 2021
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    National

    Dallas cop arrested on murder charges

    The Associated Press & Scripps National
    2:25 PM, Mar 04, 2021
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    Coronavirus

    Retailers maintain mask mandates as states lift requirements

    Kyle Hicks
    2:21 PM, Mar 04, 2021
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    Sports

    ‘Small and technical’ soccer player has become a sensation

    WFTS Staff
    2:13 PM, Mar 04, 2021
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    Coronavirus

    What's safe to do after getting the COVID vaccine?

    KGTV Staff
    1:36 PM, Mar 04, 2021
  • As the flu makes its way through the population, it boosts the immunity among those who recover - an immunity that can last a few years. However, that part of the process is gone this year and potentially leaves more people than ever before susceptible to the flu.

    National

    This year's mild flu season comes with good and bad news

    Maya Rodriguez
    1:23 PM, Mar 04, 2021
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    National

    What is implicit bias? Here’s why it matters for our communities

    Chris Conte
    1:03 PM, Mar 04, 2021
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    National

    Autopsy: California's 'I-5 Strangler' was strangled himself

    Scripps National
    1:03 PM, Mar 04, 2021
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    National

    Man released from prison after wrongful conviction ruling

    WXMI Staff
    12:41 PM, Mar 04, 2021
    Consignment shops face unique challenges as they begin to reopen

    National

    Best ways to sell your stuff and make money

    John Matarese
    12:18 PM, Mar 04, 2021
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    National

    Burger King manager finds woman's lost wedding ring

    WXMI Staff
    12:15 PM, Mar 04, 2021
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    Coronavirus

    Italy blocks export of 250,000 COVID-19 vaccine doses

    Sam Cohen
    12:10 PM, Mar 04, 2021
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    National

    Study: Being in car over 20 minutes could raise health risks

    Kai Beech
    11:53 AM, Mar 04, 2021
    Alcohol and COVID-19 vaccination

    Coronavirus

    A few drinks could affect your COVID-19 vaccine response

    KGTV Staff
    11:51 AM, Mar 04, 2021
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    National

    Researchers rank deadliest jobs during COVID-19 pandemic

    Kai Beech
    11:50 AM, Mar 04, 2021
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    Coronavirus

    Cape City Leaders approve limited license to allow Curative to give out vaccines

    WFTX Digital Team
    11:42 AM, Mar 04, 2021
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    National

    15-year-old boy shot at Arkansas junior high dies

    The Associated Press & Scripps National
    11:29 AM, Mar 04, 2021
  • National Guard U.S. Capitol

    National

    Officials ask National Guard to stay at Capitol for 60 days

    The Associated Press
    11:25 AM, Mar 04, 2021
    SpaceX Starship Test

    National

    SpaceX Starship lands upright, then explodes in latest test

    Sam Cohen
    11:17 AM, Mar 04, 2021
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