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Spring, summer travel tips for SWFL vacationers
Spring break is right around the corner, and summer after that. Remember these tips and tricks to keep costs low for your upcoming getaways.

Brockovich warns Ohio town of dangers after train crash
Worried residents packed a high school auditorium Friday as activist Erin Brockovich and attorneys warned of long-term health and environmental dangers from chemicals released after a fiery train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio. Brooke Hofmeister, a mother of two young children, said she feared for their health and felt worse than before about the situation […]

DOH Charlotte County warns about infections from waterborne amoeba. Here’s what to do
The Florida Department of Health (DOH-Charlotte) in Charlotte County has confirmed one Florida case recently infected with Naegleria fowleri, possibly as a result of sinus rinse practices utilizing tap water.

Cape Coral police warning of fraudulent rental listings
Cape Coral police are warning residents of fraudulent rental listings. Police say people use this as an opportunity to target individuals through online sites such as Zillow, Realtor.com, Facebook, and Craigslist.
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Florida OKs bill to carry concealed guns without a permit
Floridians will be able to carry concealed guns without a permit under a bill the Legislature sent to Republican Gov. Ron DeSantis. The governor, who is considering a presidential run, has said the issue is one of his priorities.

Manatees found dead in the Imperial River in Bonita Springs
WINK News spotted three manatees, including a calf, in a cove on the Imperial River in Bonita Springs on Thursday.

FGCU expert says smelly algae in Cape Coral canal is normal
Thick algae are blanketing a Cape Coral canal on Skyline Boulevard and Gleason Parkway. Neighbors worry the algae might be toxic.

Florida Disaster Fund brings in more than $60M since Ian
The state-administered Florida Disaster Fund has brought in more than $60 million since Hurricane Ian, and $22 million has been distributed.