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A Cape Coral detective has quit his job at the police department.The department has already suspended Kordelle McKissack, but he has now admitted in federal court that he left his last job because of... Read More.

Part of I-75 northbound in Punta Gorda shut down midday following a crash.The sheriff's office says it happened near Jones Loop Road.It also says it involved a semi truck.Deputies worked with the highway patrol... Read More.

A North Port man faces 35 counts of animal cruelty.The sheriff's office has accused 60-year-old Andrew Gerberich of failing to provide enough food, water, and medical care for 35 cats in his home.Animal Services... Read More.

The Coast Guard wants boaters in the region to use caution this holiday weekend after recent incidents.These incidents include the disappearance of a family of four off the coast near Englewood, as well as... Read More.

One of the world's largest online destinations for home furnishings and decor has announced the best places for a backyard party this summer.Wayfair has named several places from Florida in its top 20.These include... Read More.

Authorities expect a man to survive yesterday's shooting in North Fort Myers.Sheriff's deputies responded to the shooting at a Higgins Road home near Bayshore and Twin Brooks roads.They say an unidentified man sleeping inside... Read More.

Two separate crashes involving semi trucks caused traffic delays this afternoon.One happened on I-75. and the other on Bermont Road.The Bermont Road crash happened late this morning at State Road 31 east of Punta... Read More.

A federal judge in Tallahassee has before him arguments over a new law that governs abortion clinics in Florida.The Tampa Bay Times reports lawyers for the state and Planned Parenthood have appeared in district... Read More.

Florida Democrats want a special legislative session to discuss gun laws.Over 30 senators and representatives have signed a petition and sent it to the secretary of state.If after a poll of both houses that... Read More.

Florida's senators remain divided over legislation that would provide money for Zika research and prevention.Bill Nelson says the bill the House has passed includes a "poison pill" that strips funding from Puerto Rico and... Read More.