Spike in infections with "flesh-eating" bacteria after Hurricane Ian
Lee County, which encompasses Fort Myers, has recorded an "abnormal increase" in cases as a result of flooding from the storm.
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Lee County, which encompasses Fort Myers, has recorded an "abnormal increase" in cases as a result of flooding from the storm.
Four years before Category 4 Ian wiped out parts of southwest Florida, the state's Panhandle had its own encounter with an even stronger hurricane, Michael. The Category 5 storm all but destroyed one town and did some $25 billion in damage. With damage from Ian estimated at several times that and the Fort Myers area beginning a cleanup that will be even larger than after Michael, the two areas are collaborating on a way forward.
The steadily increasing numbers of insurance claims from Hurricane Ian have topped 500,000.
As of Thursday, estimated insured losses of nearly $5.23 billion
Charlotte Mather-Taylor has been busy since Hurricane Ian ravaged southwest Florida communities, as the CEO of the Area Agency on Aging of Broward, it is crunch time.
Beleaguered residents of an apartment and condominium building in Lauderhill appealed for help from CBS4 after they say their only elevator has not been working for two weeks.
Floridians will need about $33 billion in emergency aid from the federal government as the state recovers from the devastation left by Hurricane Ian
Both companies indicated that Ian might not cause as many claims as Hurricane Irma
On Tuesday, Florida Task Force One returned to South Florida
The 25 members helped out in Charlotte Co. where they were needed.
The trucks will help restore the power on the island and work on the infrastructure
Temporary repairs made to the causeway made it sound enough for the crossing
Tuesday totals included 337,128 claims involving residential property
Trish Christakis reports it was a happy homecoming Tuesday, as they were greeted with cheers from their loved ones, posters and signs, and big hugs.
CBS4's Karli Barnett reports on how members of Florida Task Force One are returning to South Florida after spending two weeks assisting on the southwest coast's barrier islands following Hurricane Ian.
Miami-Dade Fire Rescue's Urban Search and Rescue Team conducted search and rescue and assisted in evacuations
Hurricane Ian's devastating impact will be felt for weeks and months to come, especially in the state of Florida where much of the storm's damage was sustained.
The damage is estimated to be more than 100 billion dollars in the state
Economists say tens of thousands of people are likely to file for unemployment benefits in the storm's wake
Lee Co. Sheriff's Office said they stole items from in front of a business.
Both men were reportedly observed stealing items from in front of a local business
The donation drive was sponsored by rapper Flor Rida.
CBS4's Peter D'Oench reports on the City of Miami Gardens' mission to help Fort Myers after they were struck by Hurricane Ian.
Teri Hornstein reports a truckload of supplies was sent to Harlem Heights, just north of Fort Myers Beach.
Residents are bracing for what will be months, if not years, of work
Donald Trump is refusing to say how he voted on Florida's abortion measure and he's getting testy about it.
The state Agency for Health Care Administration data showed that 52,753 abortions had been reported this year.
Judy Garland's iconic ruby slippers from "The Wizard of Oz" are on the auction block nearly two decades after a thief stole the iconic shoes, an attempt to pull off "one last score."
The state-backed property insurer had had 1,037,811 as of Friday, up from 1,035,534 policies a week earlier.
Cases are the lowest in the state since the pandemic began in 2020.
The U.S. Senate race in Florida, pitting incumbent Republican Sen. Rick Scott against Democratic challenger Debbie Mucarsel-Powell, has drawn national attention.
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Amendment 3 proposes the legalization of recreational marijuana use for those 21 and older in Florida.
Amendment 4 proposes enshrining abortion rights in Florida's constitution.
Going into Election Day, Kamala Harris and Donald Trump embraced different strategies to energize the coalitions they need to win.
A Florida man has filed a federal lawsuit against Jacksonville sheriff's officers who severely beat him last year after he ran from a traffic stop.
The Marion County Sheriff's deputy told authorities that he accidentally shot and killed his girlfriend while cleaning his gun.
The American Automobile Association said this is a dangerous time of year for young drivers.
Florida insurance companies made money last year for the first time in seven years.
The U.S. Supreme Court is scheduled Sept. 26 to discuss whether it will hear a First Amendment challenge to a 2021 Florida law that placed restrictions on major social-media companies.
Donald Trump is refusing to say how he voted on Florida's abortion measure and he's getting testy about it.
The FBI said that a number of fabricated clips mimicking official statements and news organizations are spreading false information.
While Vice President Kamala Harris has promised to keep current limits on asylum, former President Donald Trump has vowed to seal the southern border altogether.
Final polls before Election Day 2024 show Trump and Harris tied in key battleground states as Americans await results. See the latest updates and stream live coverage here.
Voters are deciding between Democrat Juan Carlos "J.C." Planas and Republican Alina Garcia.
Jim and his guests focus on the early voting numbers we are seeing locally and statewide, specifically the impact the huge Republican turnout thus far might have once all the votes are counted.
Jim sits down with key stakeholders in some of Florida's most contentious ballot initiatives.
Jim DeFede speaks to two individuals on both sides of legalizing recreation marijuana with Amendment 3.
Republican Rosanna Cordero-Stutz and Democrat James Reyes faced off for a debate as Miami-Dade's sheriff.
Jim DeFede spoke to women who were not allowed to have an abortion in Florida.
The "Dawson's Creek" alum shared the news on Sunday and said that despite the diagnosis, there is "reason for optimism, and I'm feeling good."
The manufacturer of tumblers sold at Wawa stores says it has received four reports of cuts from the product's metal drinking straws.
Recalled products were sent to distributors in 35 states and sold on Amazon, Dynarex said in notice posted by FDA.
Some pathogens that contaminate food are even showing up in the U.S. for the first time thanks to climate change.
At Memorial Healthcare System, the innovative Aquablation procedure is changing the landscape of enlarged prostate treatment.
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Miami-Dade is considering four possible sites, including two that are 2 miles or less from the city of Miramar.
A viral TikTok recipe that includes melting Jolly Ranchers landed a 9-year-old in the hospital with severe burns.
The American Automobile Association said this is a dangerous time of year for young drivers.
A string of recalls connected to Wisconsin-based supplier Schreiber Foods has now extended to Aldi stores after similar recalls at Hy-Vee and other grocery chains.
There are two sales tax holidays for hurricane supplies
Judy Garland's iconic ruby slippers from "The Wizard of Oz" are on the auction block nearly two decades after a thief stole the iconic shoes, an attempt to pull off "one last score."
Quincy Jones, the multi-talented music legend who collaborated with everyone from Michael Jackson to Frank Sinatra, has died at 91, his family announced.
The "Dawson's Creek" alum shared the news on Sunday and said that despite the diagnosis, there is "reason for optimism, and I'm feeling good."
Rapper Young Thug, whose given name is Jeffery Williams, pleaded guilty Thursday to gang, drug and gun charges.
Reggaeton artist Nicky Jam on Wednesday revoked his endorsement of Donald Trump, after Tony Hinchcliffe's rally joke calling Puerto Rico "garbage."