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TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP)

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.

CAPE CORAL

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.

FORT MYERS

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.

COLLIER COUNTY

Collier County EMS starts therapy dog program for first responders

Collier County EMS is partnering with Golden PAWS Assistance Dogs, Inc. to provide the county’s first responders with therapy dogs.

LEHIGH ACRES

Harns Marsh Elementary ESE teacher accused of hitting students

An ESE teacher at Harns Marsh Elementary School was arrested Wednesday after deputies say she hit students with a ruler and slapped them across the face.

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BRASILIA, Brazil (AP)

Bolsonaro returns to Brazil after 3-month stint in Florida

Former President Jair Bolsonaro arrived back in Brazil on Thursday after a three-month stay in Florida, seeking a new role on the political scene as authorities in the capital braced for the far-right populist’s return.

(CBS Miami)

Research shows 2 a.m. as most dangerous time to drive in Florida

A new study from the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles revealed that the most dangerous time to drive is 2 a.m. while Sundays are the most dangerous days to drive in Florida.

OAK HILL (CBS Miami)

Florida principal resigns after sending $100K to scammer posing as Elon Musk

A charter school principal in Volusia County resigned after writing a $100,000 check to an internet scammer posing as Elon Musk.

COLLIER COUNTY

Florida Panther Conservation: Protecting the State Animal of Florida

Roads could become increasingly problematic as the human population in Southwest Florida grows. As the human population becomes denser, the Florida Panther gets pushed deeper into a corner.