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        Man arrested for kidnapping victim during PlayStation sale, LCSO says
        WFTX Digital Team
        Weather
        FORECAST: Hot and humid today, rain chances increase later this week
        Katie Walls
        Cape Coral
        Developer tackles Cape Coral's 'missing middle' with four new housing projects
        Bella Line
        Punta Gorda
        INTERIM NO MORE: Punta Gorda names new city manager after surprise vote
        Alex Orenczuk
        Cape Coral
        CSU lowers hurricane season prediction as strong wind shear continues
        Andrew Shipley
        Sarasota County
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        Marco Island
        Marco Island council chairman tries to fire city manager over audit
        Mahmoud Bennett
        North Port/Englewood
        North Port explores private partnership for new police headquarters
        Hunter Walterman
        Naples
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        Fort Myers Metro South

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        Charlotte County

        Three teens arrested after multi-county crime spree

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        Southwest Florida Symphony to close after 64 years of performances

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        Two deputies hurt in crash, LCSO confirms

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        Travel plans this summer? You're in the minority, according to new survey

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        Some homes in Tamarindo are vacant because of storm-water drainage system issues

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        Sarasota County

        WATCH: Sarasota officer leaps on runaway boat going 40 mph after owner ejected

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        Punta Gorda

        FWC issues citations for charter captain in viral Punta Gorda boat rage video

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        Fort Myers Beach

        FEMA removes Fort Myers Beach from flood insurance probation program

        Sarah Lindenberg
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        Naples

        'Record breaking': U.S. Open Pickleball Championships draws thousands to Naples

        Mahmoud Bennett
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        Lehigh Acres

        HCA invests $27 million in upgrades to Lehigh hospital

        Ella Rhoades
        SWFL Crime Stoppers needs your help finding a man who they say beat two kids in Fort Myers

        Lee County

        Tipster helps deputies arrest man accused of beating up Fort Myers teen: report

        WFTX Digital Team
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        Sanibel

        After months of waiting, Turner Beach is back open on Sanibel

        Victoria Quevedo
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        Port Charlotte

        Port Charlotte man arrested, charged with having child pornography

        WFTX Digital Team
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        Bonita Springs

        'Just horrific': Girl drowns at Bonita Springs beach

        WFTX Digital Team
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        One injured in Maple Avenue shooting, FMPD says

        Victoria Quevedo
        HENDRY COUNTY

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        Woman dies in Hendry County crash, FHP reports

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        4-year-old hospitalized in overnight I-75 crash

        WFTX Digital Team
      • LCSO searching for man

        Local News

        Man accused of attacking juveniles in Fort Myers, LCSO says

        WFTX Digital Team
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        One dead after crash involving car fire in Naples, troopers say

        WFTX Digital Team
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        Fort Myers Metro South

        GAMIFY LEARNING: Carnival fun teaches conservation at Lakes Park

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        Lee County deputies arrest a man after a call to Bobcat Drive

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        Lehigh Acres

        Brush fire in Lehigh Acres burns over 6 acres, caused by improper welding

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        Charlotte County sexual assault case: How did suspect fall between the cracks?

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        Student loan repayments resume May 5

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        'MAJOR INFRACTIONS': NCAA penalizes FGCU Athletics

        WFTX Digital Team
      • Major insurer approved coverage for popular breast cancer treatment following investigative reports

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        Doctor credits series of investigative reports for insurer’s change in policy

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        Florida AG says popular apps and gaming platforms are harming kids

        Ryan Kruger
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        Fox 4 will air live special coverage of Pope Francis' funeral on Saturday

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        Amy Wegmann
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        Investigates

        Drivers fined for driving past a school bus in Polk County pay more to fight it

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        Lee County

        WARNING: Lee County reports deed fraud cases

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        Naples

        Naples City Council invests in ADA compliant amenities for beaches

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        Clewiston

        ON SCENE AND READY: Clewiston Police roll out new mobile command center

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