Gator trapping: Inside the life of a wrangler

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FORT MYERS, Fla. It’s mating season for alligators, which means it’s a busy time for wranglers. Go behind the scenes to see what it takes to keep these predators at a safe distance.

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Missing 4-year-old found dead in Charlotte County canal

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Lehigh Acres fire displaces 5, kills pet squirrel

A family was displaced from their home because of a fire in Lehigh Acres.

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Invest 91L upgraded to Tropical Depression 2 in Gulf of Mexico

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