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Just days to spare, Senate gives final approval to debt ceiling deal, sending it to Biden
Fending off a U.S. default, the Senate gave final approval late Thursday to a debt ceiling and budget cuts package, grinding into the night to wrap up work on the bipartisan deal and send it to President Joe Biden’s desk to become law before the fast-approaching deadline. The compromise package negotiated between Biden and House Speaker […]

Celebrate National Donut Day with a free donut in Florida
Dunkin’ Donuts is celebrating National Donut Day with free donuts. Enjoy a free classic donut of your choice with a beverage purchase Friday.

LGBTQ+ people flock to Florida for Gay Days festival
Tens of thousands of LGBTQ+ people are flocking to central Florida this weekend to go on theme park rides, mingle with costumed performers, dance at all-night parties and lounge poolside at hotels during Gay Days, a decades-long tradition.

First official day of hurricane season includes updates in the tropics
The official start of hurricane season in the Atlantic basin is today, June 1st, although the national Hurricane Center has had their eyes on an area of low pressure in the Gulf of Mexico since earlier this week.
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Florida protests against anti-immigration law cause businesses to close
Hundreds of people are peacefully protesting in Fort Myers. They want to emphasize the importance of immigrants in Florida’s economy.

Roof damaged by Hurricane Ian leaking months after the storm
Hurricane Ian damaged the roof at the parkway condominiums in north Fort Myers. And now with rainy season, the apartments are getting water damage.

High-speed chase in stolen vehicle gets Lee County man arrested
On Thursday morning, Hendry County Deputies became involved in a high-speed chase leading them into Lee County.

Charlotte County schools hold annual active shooter training
On Thursday, Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office took advantage of the empty schools and held an active shooter training.