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US Immigration · Florida

Deportation flights from Florida’s ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ detention center have begun, DeSantis says

59% Center coverage: 161 sources

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Florida Politics · Florida

Attorneys for Alligator Alcatraz detainees claim no access, seek restraining order

60% Center coverage: 116 sources

A group of attorneys bringing a class-action lawsuit against Alligator Alcatraz said detainees at the Florida facility have been denied the ability to meet with legal representation and that lawyers have been unable to contact their clients or find the proper venue to contest their detentions in court. See the Story

Evacuations · Gainesville

Miccosukee Tribe holds interfaith prayer service outside Alligator Alcatraz

Boca Grande beachgoers could face fewer parking spots under proposed ordinance

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

A controversial ordinance set to go before Lee County Commissioners on Tuesday that could reduce public parking near beach access points on Gasparilla Island, prompting concerns from island visitors, business owners, and tax payers.The proposed ordinance would eliminate public parking from 1st Street to 19th Street and limit downtown parking to two hours, unless the vehicle belongs to a resident, hotel guest, or registered island employee with a…Taxes · Boca Grande See the Story

Gov. DeSantis Holds News Conference in ‘Alligator Alcatraz’

67% Center coverage: 15 sources

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis held a news conference Friday morning at “Alligator Alcatraz” in Collier County.News 6 is currently updating this story to reflect the latest information.DeSantis was joined by Florida Division of Emergency Management Director Kevin Guthrie, Florida AG Commissioner Wilton Simpson, Florida Chief Financial Officer Blaise Ingoglia and Florida State Board of Immigration Enforcement Executive Director Larry Keefe.Watch Frida…Ron DeSantis · Florida See the Story

Florida wildlife officers join state's immigration enforcement efforts

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

Nearly 800 Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission law enforcement officers across the state have obtained their 287(g) credentials, according to FWC. They will now support Gov. Ron DeSantis' immigration enforcement initiative.The specially-trained officers will assist in identifying and processing people who are in the country unlawfully, according to the agency."FWC remains committed to working alongside our partner agencies in prote…Florida, United States · Florida Read Article

A Fort Myers man with Parkinson's says cracked sidewalks create hazards in his neighborhood

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

Fort Myers City Council approved spending $48,000 on a sidewalk condition survey, but some residents say the money would be better spent on actual repairs.David Birger walks the sidewalks of Monroe Avenue five times a week, but what should be a simple stroll has become a dangerous obstacle course.Watch Fort Myers Community Correspondent Miyoshi Price's report from city council. A Fort Myers man w/Parkinson's says cracked sidewalks create dangero…Parkinson's Disease · Fort Myers Read Article

Lanes closed due to downed power lines, LCSO says

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

The Lee County Sheriff's Office is warning drivers that the intersection of Pondella Road and River Road is closed due to downed power lines.You are asked to avoid the area and seek an alternate route, as of Monday around 8:15 a.m.North Fort Myers · North Fort Myers Read Article

'Someone they can call': Guadalupe Center mentorship program transforms Immokalee students' futures

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

With the start of school just one week away for most students in Southwest Florida, incoming freshmen at Immokalee High School are about to begin a special journey through the Guadalupe Center's mentorship program.The program pairs freshmen with volunteer mentors who will guide them through their four-year educational journey, providing crucial support that many first-generation college students might not otherwise receive.Click here to see Immo…Immokalee · Immokalee Read Article

Body found in Collier County canal

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

The Collier County Sheriff's Office says it's investigating a body that was found in a canal on Sunday morning.Investigators tell Fox 4 someone saw what they thought was a body at about 8 am, and called 911.The canal is near Golden Gate, off Collier Blvd, near 27th Ave. SW and 39th St. SW.The sheriff's office dive team recovered the body and now detectives are investigating. At this point the sheriff's office has not released any other informati…Golden Gate · Golden Gate Read Article

DeSoto County's only hospital considers sale amid financial uncertainty

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

DeSoto County's only hospital is considering a sale amid looming Medicaid cuts and pressure to hire more staff.An outside health care system approached DeSoto Memorial Hospital about a sale, according to Sarah Hipp, a hospital spokesperson. The hospital then launched a Request for Proposal process to receive bids from any interested party, per state law.Watch FOX 4's Hunter Walterman ask DeSoto Memorial's CEO why the hospital is considering a sa…Arcadia, Florida · Arcadia Read Article

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Deportation flights from Florida’s ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ detention center have begun, DeSantis says

Attorneys for Alligator Alcatraz detainees claim no access, seek restraining order

Shots fired near University of Florida campus in Gainesville

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Gov. DeSantis Holds News Conference in ‘Alligator Alcatraz’

Miccosukee Tribe holds interfaith prayer service outside Alligator Alcatraz

Boca Grande beachgoers could face fewer parking spots under proposed ordinance

Gov. DeSantis Holds News Conference in ‘Alligator Alcatraz’

Florida wildlife officers join state's immigration enforcement efforts

A Fort Myers man with Parkinson's says cracked sidewalks create hazards in his neighborhood

Lanes closed due to downed power lines, LCSO says

'Someone they can call': Guadalupe Center mentorship program transforms Immokalee students' futures

Body found in Collier County canal

DeSoto County's only hospital considers sale amid financial uncertainty

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Boca Grande beachgoers could face fewer parking spots under proposed ordinance

Gov. DeSantis Holds News Conference in ‘Alligator Alcatraz’

Florida wildlife officers join state's immigration enforcement efforts

A Fort Myers man with Parkinson's says cracked sidewalks create hazards in his neighborhood

Lanes closed due to downed power lines, LCSO says

'Someone they can call': Guadalupe Center mentorship program transforms Immokalee students' futures

Body found in Collier County canal

DeSoto County's only hospital considers sale amid financial uncertainty