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‘We have never seen it this bad’ as record rain floods Pioneer Plantation in Hendry County
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- ‘We have never seen it this bad’ as record rain floods Pioneer Plantation in Hendry County
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- 0:53
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- 1 day ago
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- Record rain flooded Pioneer Plantation homes and properties in Hendry County, with one resident saying her office shed is completely underwater. MORE: https://www.gulfcoastnewsnow.com/article/flood-home-rain-emergency-pioneer-hendry-county/74350092
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- Cape Coral's Flock cameras removed months after police stopped using them
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- 2:08
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- 1 day ago
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- The Cape Coral Police Department confirmed that Flock Safety has removed the city’s Flock cameras. The removal comes after the department decided in September to stop using the technology.
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- How a 'heat island' in Cape Coral could cause less rainfall on Pine Island
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- 4:50
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- 1 day ago
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- Pine Island is in a deep rain deficit, with Bokeelia getting two feet less rainfall than expected over the past year. As it turns out, fast-growing Cape Coral could explain why.
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- Twin-engine plane crashes in DeSoto County, injuring pilot and passenger near County Road 760A
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- 2:10
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
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- Two people were injured after a twin-engine plane crashed Thursday in DeSoto County. One was airlifted as a trauma alert.
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- Lee, Charlotte leaders weigh library and sheriff funding after Amendment 3 passes
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- 2:53
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
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- Amendment 3, set to reduce property tax revenue in Florida starting in 2027, has sparked concerns about potential budget cuts to libraries and law enforcement, leaving local leaders to make tough funding decisions.
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- Debris and flooding frustrate Port Charlotte neighbors during wastewater project
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- 2:02
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- 1 day ago
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- Residents in a Port Charlotte neighborhood say construction for a wastewater collection system has caused flooding and debris issues, with the project expected to finish in 2028.
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- 'We have never seen it this bad': Record rain floods Pioneer Plantation properties in Hendry County
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- 2:06
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
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- Record rainfall in Pioneer Plantation, Florida, has left homes and properties underwater, with residents describing the flooding as unprecedented.
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- 22-year-old scooter driver dead after crash on Daniels Parkway in Lee County
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- 1:49
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
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- One person was killed in a crash involving a vehicle and a scooter on westbound Daniels Parkway, according to Florida Highway Patrol.
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- Therapeutic horseback riding in Buckingham helps rider win Special Olympics gold
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- 3:12
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
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- Special Equestrians in Buckingham has been helping individuals with disabilities for nearly 40 years, offering equine-assisted programs that foster growth and confidence.
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- Video shows 72-year-old with BB gun and machete before Charlotte County deputies fatally shot him
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- 2:44
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
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- New body camera video shows a 72-year-old man pointing a BB gun and holding a machete moments before Charlotte County deputies fired deadly shots.
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- 2 injured after twin-engine plane crash in DeSoto County
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- 0:43
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- 1 day ago
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- Two people were injured when a twin-engine plane crashed Thursday in DeSoto County. The DeSoto County Sheriff's Office said the Federal Aviation Administration was notified. More: https://www.gulfcoastnewsnow.com/article/desoto-county-plane-crash-two-extracted/74348775
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- Pilot airlifted as trauma alert, passenger hurt after twin-engine plane crash in DeSoto County
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- 1:32
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
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- Two people were injured after a twin-engine plane crashed Thursday in DeSoto County. One was airlifted as a trauma alert.
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- Semitruck crosses I-75 median on Alligator Alley, crashes into concrete truck in Collier County
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- 0:39
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
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- Two trucks were in a crash on southbound I-75 through Alligator Alley that injured both drivers and shut down part of the interstate in Collier County for hours on Thursday.
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- Lee County traffic stop leads deputies to amphetamines hidden in magnetic container on truck frame
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- 1:47
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
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- A Lee County traffic stop led deputies to more than 36 grams of amphetamines hidden in a magnetic container on a truck frame. MORE: https://www.gulfcoastnewsnow.com/article/lee-county-traffic-stop-amphetamines-magnetic-container/74348181
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- Deputies find amphetamines in magnetic container on truck frame in Lee County traffic stop
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- 0:29
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
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- Deputies say a Lee County traffic stop uncovered a hidden stash of amphetamines on the outside of a truck.
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- Why is there still flooding along the Peace River?
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- 1:33
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
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- The rain ended days ago, but the flood waters continue to rise on the Peace River in Arcadia. Meteorologist Jim Dickey is here with some of the science behind the ongoing flooding. More: https://www.gulfcoastnewsnow.com/article/gulf-coast-friday-weather-forecast-swfl/74347487
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- Gulf Coast weather dries out Friday before weekend cold front cools Southwest Florida
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- 3:33
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
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- Things are finally drying out just in time for the weekend. Your Gulf Coast Weather Most Accurate Forecast has one more low rain chance on Friday.
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- Plane crashes in DeSoto County, 2 people hospitalized
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- 0:34
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
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- UPDATE: It has now been confirmed that the pilot of the plane was transported to the hospital as a trauma alert, and the passenger was also hospitalized.
DeSoto County deputies responded to a plane crash near SE County Road 760A and SE County Road 763.
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- 2 people safely pulled from plane crash in DeSoto County
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- 0:18
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- 1 day ago
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- Deputies with the DeSoto County Sheriff's Office are at the scene of a plane crash Thursday afternoon.
DCSO says that the plane crashed near Southeast County Road 760A and Southeast County Road 763. Two people were on board.
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- Plane crashes in DeSoto County, 2 people safely extracted
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- 0:34
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
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- DeSoto County deputies responded to a plane crash near SE County Road 760A and SE County Road 763. Two people were extracted from the plane with minor injuries, according to the DeSoto County Sheriff's Office. MORE: https://www.gulfcoastnewsnow.com/article/desoto-county-plane-crash-two-extracted/74348775
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- Where patients with UnitedHealthcare insurance can still get care if Lee Health goes out of network
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- 2:02
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- 1 day ago
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- Thousands on the Gulf Coast could lose UnitedHealthcare coverage by Jan. 1. Here's which medical groups and hospitals still accept it.
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- Major flood stage hits Peace River in Arcadia as dry weather returns to the Gulf Coast
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- 3:51
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
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- Peace River in Arcadia is at major flood stage and is expected to crest Thursday at over 16 feet.
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- Celebration Park in East Naples adds live music, food and Gulf Coast sunsets
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- 0:57
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- 1 day ago
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- The newly renovated Celebration Park, a waterfront spot in East Naples, is kicking off its music series with BBMak, food trucks, and sunset views. MORE: https://www.gulfcoastnewsnow.com/article/naples-waterfront-concert-bbmak-celebration-park/74346838
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- Rain pays off, drought conditions improve on the Gulf Coast
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- 1:53
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
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- Gulf Coast Meteorologist Caroline Castora talks about the drought improvement this week
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- Low near Bermuda has 50% chance of development over next 7 days, no threat to Gulf Coast
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- 1:30
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
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- The Gulf Coast Hurricane Tracking Team is monitoring a non-tropical area of low pressure near Bermuda for subtropical development over the next few days.
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- Peace River flooding hits third day in DeSoto County, topping Hurricane Milton levels
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- 1:01
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
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- Peace River flooding in DeSoto County has entered its third day, with water rising higher than it did during Hurricane Milton. More: http://www.gulfcoastnewsnow.com/article/peace-river-flooding-arcadia-desoto-county-critical/74345600
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- Sunset Sounds & Bayshore Vibes: 'Gulfcoasting' at Celebration Park Naples
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- 4:55
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
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- Good food, good tunes, and gorgeous Gulf Coast sunsets. Jason Drew went Gulfcoasting at Celebration Park Naples.
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- Lee Health says UnitedHealthcare proposal still misses key concerns as network deadline looms
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- 0:52
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
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- A new proposal from UnitedHealthcare could maintain long-term network access with Lee Health, but Lee Health says key concerns remain unresolved. More: https://www.gulfcoastnewsnow.com/article/unitedhealthcare-proposal-lee-health-network/74338404
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- Lee County man arrested after video shows chokehold on 17-year-old during confrontation
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- 2:28
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
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- Lee County deputies arrested a man accused of choking a 17-year-old during a confrontation caught on video.
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- Deadly crash closes part of Daniels Parkway in Lee County
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- 1:28
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
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- One person was killed in a crash involving a vehicle and a scooter on westbound Daniels Parkway, according to Florida Highway Patrol.
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- Peace River flooding in DeSoto County reaches critical levels
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- 3:22
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- 1 day ago
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- Flooding in DeSoto County continues as the Peace River approaches major flood stage, prompting local organizations and state officials to respond.
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- Lee Health expert urges screenings during Lung Cancer Awareness Month
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- 3:24
- Date posted
- 1 day ago
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- A thoracic surgery expert highlighted the importance of screenings in detecting lung cancer early during Lung Cancer Awareness Month.
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- Bomb threats disrupt flights across Europe
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- 1:38
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Bomb threats have disrupted flights across Europe for the second time this week. Gulf Coast News Anchor Jack Keenan breaks down the latest updates.
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- Estero Target employee accused of stealing over $11,000 in cash from registers before being fired
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- 0:22
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- A former Estero Target employee is accused of stealing more than $11,000 from cash registers before she was fired.
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- Cape Coral mayor-elect and new city council face city manager termination fallout
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- 2:16
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Cape Coral's mayor-elect Rick Erickson and the newly elected council are preparing to address challenges, including finding a permanent city manager, after the sudden termination of Michael Ilczyszyn's contract.
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- FSW honors Luther Adams before men's basketball home opener
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- 0:47
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Wednesday was a homecoming for some new faces at FSW, but before the men's basketball team tipped off its home opener, the school took the time to honor an important figure, Luther James "Luke" Adams II. More: https://www.gulfcoastnewsnow.com/article/luther-adams-honor-men-basketball-fsw-edison/74339594
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- Man arrested, accused of choking teen in confrontation caught on video in Lee County
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- 0:58
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Lee County deputies arrested a man accused of choking a 17-year-old during a confrontation caught on video.
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- Medium odds for development in the Atlantic
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- 3:04
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Medium odds for development in the Atlantic
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- Peace River expected to crest Thursday; Drier pattern returns for Southwest Florida
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- 1:08
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Peace River expected to crest Thursday; Drier pattern returns for Southwest Florida
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- Seacrest Country Day Stingrays win Class 1A State Championship in volleyball
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- 1:09
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- The Seacrest Country Day Stingrays defeated the Boca Raton Christian Blazers in three sets to win the Class 1A State Championship title. It's their fifth title in six years! Now the Stingrays bring home a new piece of hardware to Sting City.
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- FSW honors trailblazer Luther Adams before men's basketball home opener
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- 1:33
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Before FSW men's basketball tipped off its home opener, the school honored Luther James "Luke" Adams II with a special plaque for his efforts as the first African American student at Edison Junior College.
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- Isolated Thursday showers, then a dry, sunny weekend for the Gulf Coast
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- 3:31
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Your Gulf Coast Weather Most Accurate Forecast has low rain chances for Thursday, mainly in the afternoon hours. Coverage and accumulation should be minimal. Besides the rain on Thursday, expect low temperatures in the 70s and high temperatures in the mid-80s.
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- DeSantis expands flooding state of emergency to 7 more Florida counties, including Glades and Hendry
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- 0:30
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Gov. Ron DeSantis expanded the state of emergency on Wednesday, which now includes Glades and Hendry counties in Southwest Florida, due to flooding.
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- Florida man mows overgrown cemetery ahead of Día de los Muertos
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- 1:01
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Steven Trujillo spent days clearing overgrown grass at Immokalee Cemetery in Florida, ensuring families could access graves for Día de los Muertos, celebrated on Nov. 1 and 2. More: https://www.gulfcoastnewsnow.com/article/florida-man-mow-cemetery-dia-de-los-muertos/74336763
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- Amendment 3 passed in Florida; Lee County faces hit for 2027-28
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- 1:35
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Florida homeowners will see significant property tax savings starting in 2027 after the passage of Amendment 3, which increases the homestead exemption. What will the impacts look like in Southwest Florida? More: https://www.gulfcoastnewsnow.com/article/amendment-3-florida-property-tax-exemption-lee/74338070
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- Amber Ware becomes first Black mayor, second woman elected in Fort Myers, Florida
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- 0:41
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Amber Ware has been elected as Fort Myers’ first Black woman mayor and she is the second woman to hold the office. More: https://www.gulfcoastnewsnow.com/article/amber-ware-first-black-mayor-woman-fort-myers/74338692
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- Man accused of stealing packages from mailboxes in rural Florida
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- 1:19
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- A camera captures a suspected mail thief checking mailboxes along Sweden Boulevard and Bermont Road in Charlotte County. More: https://www.gulfcoastnewsnow.com/article/charlotte-county-mailbox-package-theft-arrest/74338203
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- Florida's Big Cypress marks decade of 'dark sky' designation
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- 0:52
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Check out the stars in Big Cypress National Preserve in Florida on Saturday, Nov. 7! More: https://www.gulfcoastnewsnow.com/article/big-cypress-national-preserve-dark-sky-designation/74337601
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- Florida poll volunteer accused of drawing swastika on Gov.-elect Byron Donalds' parking sign
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- 1:17
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- A Cape Coral man was arrested on Tuesday after being accused of drawing a swastika on a sign in Florida Governor-elect Byron Donalds' parking spot in Lee County. More: https://www.gulfcoastnewsnow.com/article/cape-coral-poll-volunteer-swastika-byron-donalds-florida/74336290
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- Scientists race to save Florida's coral
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- 0:54
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Scientists in Florida are working to save the region’s only living coral reef from extinction as record-breaking ocean temperatures, fueled by El Niño, pose a significant threat to marine ecosystems. More: https://www.gulfcoastnewsnow.com/article/science-florida-coral-reef-gulf-coast-collier/74125816
