Gulf Coast News
Peace River rise causes disruptions to Arcadia businesses
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- Peace River rise causes disruptions to Arcadia businesses
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- 3:01
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Flooding from the Peace River has caused significant disruptions for businesses in Arcadia, with water levels rising from 2 feet to over 15 feet in just two days.
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- Voters reject merger of Fort Myers Beach Mosquito Control District
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- 1:15
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Fort Myers Beach voters rejected a merger with Lee County's mosquito control district, preserving their district's independence ahead of facing anticipated financial challenges under Amendment 3. More: https://www.gulfcoastnewsnow.com/article/mosquito-district-merger-vote-fort-myers-beach/74338201
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- Wild excuses Florida's 'super speeders' give law enforcement
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- 1:15
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Florida law enforcement is cracking down on super speeders statewide, recording 2,721 cases between Jan. 1 and Sept. 1 of this year and encountering unusual excuses from drivers during traffic stops. More: https://www.gulfcoastnewsnow.com/article/florida-law-enforcement-speeder-excuse/74084050
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- Big Cypress National Preserve marks 10 years of 'dark sky' designation
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- 0:57
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- The celebration includes a day-long event featuring speakers and demonstrations that wraps up with the first night sky program of the season at 6:30 p.m.
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- A fight for survival of coral in Florida and beyond
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- 18:50
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- The world's worst coral disease, Stony Coral Tissue Loss Disease (SCTLD), has emerged as an underwater pandemic, and it started right here in Florida.
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- El Niño Update: What historic El Niño means for the Gulf Coast
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- 1:41
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- El Niño has arrived, and all indications are that this will be an El Niño event for the record books.
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- Scientists race to save Florida's coral as Collier County adds artificial reefs
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- 3:44
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Researchers in South Florida are working to rescue and restore coral reefs as record-breaking ocean temperatures threaten their survival.
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- Man accused of stealing packages from 5 mailboxes in rural Charlotte County
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- 2:10
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- A man is accused of stealing packages from five Charlotte County mailboxes, and deputies said he was carrying drugs and a stolen gun.
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- Rapid Peace River rise causes disruptions to Arcadia businesses
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- 1:59
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Rapidly rising floodwaters from the Peace River have submerged parts of Arcadia, forcing businesses to evacuate animals and secure equipment.
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- 'His story didn't end': Estero family carries on son's mission to help kids fight cancer
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- 2:37
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- After losing their 8-year-old son Logan to a rare cancer, an Estero family is carrying on his mission to help other kids fight the disease.
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- Amber Ware becomes first Black mayor elected in Fort Myers, second woman in the job
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- 2:55
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Amber Ware becomes first Black mayor elected in Fort Myers, second woman in the job
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- 'I had to poop': The wild excuses Florida's 'super speeders' give law enforcement
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- 5:59
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Florida troopers and deputies are cracking down on super speeders statewide, hearing a range of excuses as they enforce laws aimed at preventing dangerous crashes.
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- Fort Myers Beach voters reject mosquito control district merger
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- 1:35
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
- Description
- Fort Myers Beach voters narrowly opposed merging their mosquito control district with Lee County's, leaving both districts to address budget challenges under Amendment 3.
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- Immokalee man mows more than 20 acres of overgrown cemetery for free ahead of Día de los Muertos
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- 2:15
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Steven Trujillo spent five days clearing overgrown grass at Immokalee Cemetery, ensuring families could access graves for Día de los Muertos.
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- Amendment 3 passed in Florida, but Lee County faces an $88M-plus revenue hit for fiscal 2027-28
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- 1:58
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Amendment 3, approved by 62% of Florida voters, will provide significant property tax savings for qualifying homeowners starting in 2027, while local governments face potential revenue losses.
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- UnitedHealthcare delivers proposal to Lee Health that could maintain network access
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- 0:58
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- UnitedHealthcare said it delivered a proposal to Lee Health on Oct. 30 that could maintain long-term network access.
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- Hendry County K-9 deputy accused of extortion after threatening sheriff over video and police dog
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- 2:04
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
- Description
- A Hendry County deputy was arrested on a felony extortion charge after allegedly demanding his K-9 and a clean personnel file in exchange for silence.
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- Cape Coral poll volunteer accused of drawing swastika on Gov.-elect Byron Donalds' parking sign
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- 2:08
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Police said an 82-year-old volunteer at a Cape Coral voting site is accused of marking a reserved parking sign for Byron Donalds with a swastika.
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- Charlotte County man sentenced to 15 years for role in deadly 2023 Punta Gorda robbery
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- 0:39
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- A Charlotte County man has been sentenced to 15 years for his role in a deadly 2023 Punta Gorda robbery.
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- Driver accused of going 100 mph in 60 zone on SR-29 in Immokalee
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- 0:19
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- A Miami Shores man was arrested on Tuesday after he was accused of going 100 mph in a 60 mph zone on State Road 29 in Immokalee.
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- Isolated showers, then a dry, sunny weekend for the Gulf Coast
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- 3:45
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Scattered showers linger Wednesday, but a much drier, sunnier weekend is on the way for the Gulf Coast.
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- Late season activity may form November storm in Atlantic
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- 0:51
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- A late-season storm may be forming in the Atlantic. Gulf Coast Meteorologist Jim Dickey has an update 🌀 More: https://www.gulfcoastnewsnow.com/article/weather-forecast-southwest-florida-atlantic-tropical-storm-hurricane-season/74330734
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- Naples Illustrated’s November issue celebrates arts and culture
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- 3:41
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- The November edition of Naples Illustrated focuses on arts and culture, featuring Alexander Shelley on the cover and highlighting artistic contributions across Southwest Florida.
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- ‘I’m not playing around’ Cape Coral mayor-elect Rick Erickson takes on major city challenges
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- 1:00
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Rick Erickson, Cape Coral’s new mayor-elect, will be taking on major city projects, from utility costs to the Yacht Club redevelopment. More: https://www.gulfcoastnewsnow.com/article/cape-coral-mayor-rick-erickson-major-city-projects/74333416
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- Sunseeker Resort in Charlotte Harbor serves up free Jazz Fest fun, food and wine Nov. 5-7
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- 0:49
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Jazz Fest: Food & Wine Weekend is bringing live music, food pairings, and waterfront views to Sunseeker Resort in Charlotte Harbor. MORE: https://www.gulfcoastnewsnow.com/article/sunseeker-resort-jazz-fest-food-wine-weekend-gulfcoasting/74334584
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- Cape Coral mayor-elect Rick Erickson faces major city projects
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- 2:19
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Rick Erickson, Cape Coral's newly elected mayor, is preparing to address key city challenges, including hiring a new city manager, tackling the utilities extension project, and advancing redevelopment plans.
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- Peace River in Arcadia expected to reach major flood stage Thursday night as rain winds down
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- 3:50
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Additional showers and stray thunderstorms are possible through the second half of your Wednesday. Once we get to the overnight hours, the start of a much drier stretch begins for the Gulf Coast.
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- 'Gulfcoasting' at Sunseeker Resort for Jazz Fest: Food & Wine Weekend
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- 4:04
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Jazz, wine, great food, and waterfront views! Jason Drew is Gulfcoasting at Sunseeker Resort's Jazz Fest: Food & Wine Weekend
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- Hendry County K-9 deputy accused of extortion after video threat to sheriff over police dog
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- 0:30
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
- Description
- A Hendry County deputy was arrested on a felony extortion charge after allegedly demanding his K-9 and a clean personnel file in exchange for silence.
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- Under a month left in hurricane season; Development odds increase
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- 1:45
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- The Gulf Coast Hurricane Tracking Team is monitoring an area of interest near Bermuda for subtropical development over the next few days.
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- IMAGine That!: Celebrating National Candy Day and exploring the history of the delicious sweets
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- 3:23
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- IMAGine That!: Celebrating National Candy Day and exploring the history of the delicious sweets
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- Wet Wednesday; Rounds of afternoon coastal storms
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- 3:50
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Despite a dry start Wednesday morning, scattered storms will build toward the coast this afternoon.
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- Fort Myers Mayor Kevin Anderson responds after losing re-election bid to Amber Ware
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- 1:23
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
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- Fort Myers Mayor Kevin Anderson responded after losing his re-election bid to Amber Ware, who won 54% of the vote.
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- Florida 2026 Midterm Election results
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- 2:33
- Date posted
- 2 days ago
- Description
- Southwest Florida voters settled major state, congressional and local races Tuesday, with Republican Byron Donalds winning the Florida governor’s race. See the full results here: https://www.gulfcoastnewsnow.com/article/florida-election-results-live-2026/74260065
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- Peace River nears major flood stage in Arcadia as DeSoto County water rises after heavy rain
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- 1:19
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
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- Heavy rain has the Peace River rising toward major flood stage in DeSoto County, where water is already overtaking parking lots. More: https://www.gulfcoastnewsnow.com/article/peace-river-desoto-county-major-flood-stage-arcadia/74332747
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- Peace River continues to rise in DeSoto County, approaches major flood stage
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- 3:20
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
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- Heavy rainfall in DeSoto County has caused flooding, with the Peace River expected to rise above major flood stage and impact nearby communities.
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- Naples city leaders discuss funding requests for infrastructure and public safety
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- 1:34
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
- Description
- Naples city leaders are reviewing funding priorities for stormwater upgrades, a new fire station, and other infrastructure projects during today's council meeting.
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- Ashley Moody defeats Angie Nixon to remain in the U.S. Senate for Florida
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- 1:23
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
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- Republican Ashley Moody will get to remain in the U.S. Senate for Florida and finish out U.S. Secretary of State Marco Rubio's term after defeating Democratic candidate Angie Nixon. More: https://www.gulfcoastnewsnow.com/article/ashley-moody-florida-us-senate-seat-election-race/74284826
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- Medium odds for development in the Atlantic
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- 1:23
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
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- Medium odds for development in the Atlantic
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- Wet Wednesday with scattered afternoon storms
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- 3:19
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
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- Wet Wednesday with scattered afternoon storms
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- Jim Schwartzel wins Florida's 19th Congressional District
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- 1:15
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
- Description
- Republican Jim Schwartzel has secured Florida's District 19 congressional seat after a crowded race to replace Byron Donalds. More: https://www.gulfcoastnewsnow.com/article/jim-schwartzel-wins-florida-district-19-seat/74311624
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- Retired Green Beret Rick Erickson wins Cape Coral mayoral race
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- 1:13
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
- Description
- A contentious Cape Coral mayoral race has come to a conclusion, with candidate Rick Erickson coming out on top, defeating his opponent, Lisa Cohen-Adkinson. More: https://www.gulfcoastnewsnow.com/article/rick-erickson-win-lisa-cohen-adkinson-cape-coral-mayor-race-election/74315260
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- Florida voters pass Amendment 3, setting up major property tax changes
- Runtime
- 0:50
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
- Description
- Florida voters approved Amendment 3, paving the way for major property tax changes and possible budget gaps for local governments.
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- Pia Dandiya wins Florida's new 22nd Congressional District, defeating Casey Askar
- Runtime
- 1:35
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
- Description
- Democrat Pia Dandiya won Florida's new District 22 race, defeating Republican Casey Askar in the newly redrawn seat.
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- Jim Schwartzel wins Florida's 19th District, succeeding Byron Donalds in Congress
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- 1:35
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
- Description
- Republican Jim Schwartzel has secured Florida's District 19 congressional seat after a crowded race to replace Byron Donalds, who ran in Florida's gubernatorial race.
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- Jim Schwartzel wins race to succeed Byron Donalds in Florida's 19th Congressional District
- Runtime
- 1:34
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
- Description
- Republican Jim Schwartzel has won Florida's 19th Congressional District seat after a crowded race to replace Byron Donalds.
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- Fort Myers elects Amber Ware as first Black mayor
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- 1:21
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
- Description
- There is a new mayor in Fort Myers after Amber Ware defeated incumbent Kevin Anderson. Anderson's re-election bid was overshadowed by sexual misconduct allegations. More: https://www.gulfcoastnewsnow.com/article/amber-ware-elected-fort-myers-mayor/74312748
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- Fort Myers elects Amber Ware as first Black mayor, defeating Kevin Anderson
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- 1:51
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
- Description
- The city of Fort Myers elected its first Black mayor, Amber Ware, who defeated incumbent Kevin Anderson in the 2026 midterm elections.
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- Retired Green Beret Rick Erickson wins Cape Coral mayoral race over Lisa Cohen-Adkinson
- Runtime
- 1:41
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
- Description
- In a contentious Cape Coral mayoral race, Rick Erickson defeated Lisa Cohen-Adkinson after months of campaign drama and mutual criticism.
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- Lingering showers overnight with more storms expected Wednesday on the Gulf Coast
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- 2:56
- Date posted
- 3 days ago
- Description
- Few more storms Wednesday before drier weather returns.
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