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        • Weather

          FORECAST: Closing the book on 2025 with chilly weather

          The chilliest New Year's Eve since 2000 is expected following a major winter blast. After a cold start, temperatures will climb only into the low to mid 60s.

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        • Cities boost police presence nationwide ahead of 2026 New Year’s Eve events

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        Naples

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        Driver arrested for going 133 mph on I-75

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        Cape Coral

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      • Arcadia

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        Arcadia

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        Punta Gorda

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