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- it was like pulling teeth to try and get any assistance."
NOW, FOR SOME IT WILL BE DAYS BEFORE THEY GET HOME.
THEIR FLIGHT BROUGHT DOWN IN AN EMERGENCY LANDING AT RSW.
THE AIRLINE CALLING IT AN ACT OF GOD.
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ALL KINDS OF TRASH--
EVEN A CRUSHED CAR!
AN ILLEGAL DUMP SITE UNCOVERED IN OUR AREA--
FILLED WITH ENOUGH GARBAGE TO FILL TWO SWIMMING POOLS.
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16:27:14 there's a diff kind of satisfaction in that it's helpful and serves a purpose.
THE PERMANENT INK THAT'S HELPING SAVE LIVES.
RIGHT NOW ON ABC 7 NEWS AT 6.
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NEWS AT 6 OPEN
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RAINY WEATHER ALL THIS WEEK
Sunshine is in full force across southwest Florida, and that's letting our temperatures get into the mid 90s. Moisture is in high demand as well so it feels oppressive.
The afternoon sea breeze only gives only a slight relief. The beach areas will be in the upper 80s, but as one gets away from the beach it'll quickly warm back into the 90s. I mentioned the moisture being readily available so when the heat and moisture are mixed together, heat indices will be at or near 100 during peak heating hours.
Our typical high pressure sits off of the western Atlantic. They tend to bring light winds, and this one is no different. The winds have been calm around our area, and that allows the sea breeze to form. Take the sea breeze, add the heat, add the moisture, and presto we have storms billowing. This is the only way to see a cool down from the July heat, and the downpours will be confined to along I-75.
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DEVELOPING TONIGHT,
TRAPPERS WITH THE FLORIDA FISH AND WILDLIFE CONSERVATION COMMISSION ARE SEARCHING FOR A GATOR THAT BIT A BOY'S ARM OFF TODAY.
IT HAPPENED IN THE CALOOSAHACHEE RIVER SOUTH OF MOORE HAVEN.
WE'VE LEARNED THE BOY WAS SWIMMING WHEN THE GATOR BIT HIS ARM OFF AT THE ELBOW -- OFFICIALS CAN'T SAY IF HE TAUNTED THE ANIMAL.
AT LAST CHECK THE BOY WAS IN STABLE CONDITION AT LEE MEMORIAL HOSPITAL.
WE HAVE A CREW ON/HEADED TO THE SCENE.
STAY WITH A-B-C SEVEN AS WE CONTINUE TO FOLLOW THE SEARCH FOR THIS DANGEROUS ANIMAL.
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HUNDREDS OF PASSENGERS ARE STRANDED TONIGHT AFTER THEIR JET BLUE FLIGHT MADE AN EMERGENCY LANDING AT SOUTHWEST INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT.
THE FLIGHT TOOK OFF FROM R-S-W JUST AFTER NOON TODAY.
IT WAS HEADED TO NEWARK, WHEN A BIRD HIT AN ENGINE.
PASSENGERS SAY ABOUT 20 MINUTES INTO THE FLIGHT THEY SMELLED SMOKE.
THE PILOT TOLD THEM THEY NEEDED TO HEAD BACK TO THE AIRPORT SO CREWS COULD INSPECT THE PLANE.
JET BLUE CANCELLED THE FLIGHT.
PASSENGERS ARE STUCK.AND SOME ANGRY BECAUSE THEY CLAIM JETBLUE ISN'T DOING ENOUGH TO GET THEM TO NEWARK.
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-"We finally get a supervisor who basically tells me in quite a rude fashion that under act of god clause will not compensate us for anything."
A SPOKESPERSON FROM JET BLUE TELLS A-B-C 7 THAT EVERYONE GOT OFF OF THE PLANE SAFELY AND MAINTANENCE CREWS ARE INSPECTING THE DAMAGE.
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AN ILLEGAL WASTE DUMP WAS SHUT DOWN AFTER A CHARLOTTE COUNTY SHERIFFS PILOT SPOTTED THE SITE.
HE SAW IT JUST OFF OIL WELL ROAD NEAR INTERSTATE 75 FROM THE AIR.
DEPUTIES SAY WILLIAM LOPEZ OF CAPE CORAL RENTED THE LAND AND DUMPED TRUCK LOADS OF TRASH THERE.
INVESTIGATORS FOUND PILES OF GARBAGE THAT WOULD FILL MORE THAN TWO SWIMMING POOLS.
NO PERMIT WAS EVER ISSUED TO DUMP SOLID WASTE.
LOPEZ FACES FELONY CHARGES.
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A WOMAN IS IN JAIL TONIGHT AFTER HER BOSS SAYS HE CAUGHT HER STEALING CASH AND PRINTING HER OWN FAKE MONEY!
HE GOT THE WHOLE THING ON CAMERA!
Lt. Jim Kirdy/ PGPD "it's pretty hard to beat the video."
BILLY DAMATO HIRED LAUREN MELLON JUST 11 DAYS BEFORE THIS VIDEO.
MELLON WORKED AS A RECEPTIONIST AT HIS BAIL BONDS OFFICE.
WHEN DAMATO LEFT TO POST A BOND -INVESTIGATORS SAY THE VIDEO SHOWS MELLON GOING TO THE OPEN SAFE AND TAKING COINS AND CASH.
THE NEXT DAY -- INVESTIGATORS SAY SHE GOT BOLDER - PRINTING HER OWN MONEY USING THE COPY MACHINE AT THE OFFICE.
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Billy Damato/Damato Bail Bonds "I really felt that I was giving her an opportunity to make a change in what was going on in her life."
AFTER BEING FIRED - THE VIDEO SHOWS MELLEN COMING BACK TO THE OFFICE A FINAL TIME WITH HER KEY - BUT DIDN'T GET ANYTHING.
DAMATO SAYS IT TOOK HIM A FEW DAYS TO REALIZE SHE ROBBED HIM.
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THE CAPE CORAL MAN ACCUSED OF KILLING HIS GRANDFATHER SAYS HE HAS NO MEMORY OF THAT FATEFUL DAY.
THAT'S ONE OF THE REASONS HIS ATTORNEY WANTS TO SEE IF KERN IS MENTALLY COMPETENT TO STAND TRIAL.
COURT PAPERS ALSO CLAIM HE WAS ABUSING PAIN MEDICATIONS BEFORE HE WAS ARRESTED.
KERN FACES SECOND DEGREE MURDER AND GRAND THEFT CHARGES.
HE'S ACCUSED OF CHOKING HIS
GRANDFATHER -- JAMES ARTHUR TO DEATH AND DUMPED HIS BODY IN A WOODED AREA LAST OCTOBER.
TWO DOCTORS WILL EVALUATE KRN TO DECIDE IF HE'S COMPETENT.
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SOMEONE CALLED DEPUTIES ABOUT SOME REALLY LOUD MUSIC.
.AND THAT WAS IT FOR A PARTY IN PORT CHARLOTTE.
DEPUTIES SAY 19-YEAR OLD NICHOLAS AMADOR THREW A HOUSE PARTY WITH ABOUT 200 PEOPLE THERE.
THAT INCLUDED PEOPLE WHO WERE UNDERAGE.
DEPUTIES SAY THEY FOUND A LOT OF ALCOHOL AND SOME POT AT THE HOME ON LINDON STREET EARLY SATURDAY MORNING.
AMADOR IS FACING SEVERAL CHARGES.
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TOMORROW -- FLORIDA'S STAND YOUR GROUND LAW RETURNS TO THE SPOTLIGHT.
THE GOVERNOR'S TASK FORCE WILL GATHER FOR THEIR ONLY MEETING IN SOUTHWEST FLORIDA.
GRETCHEN LORENZO WILL BE IN ARCADIA AS PART OF THAT GROUP.
SHE IS THE NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH COORDINATOR FOR THE FORT MYERS POLICE DEPARTMENT.
SHE TELLS ABC7 SHE'S TRYING TO CONVINCE THE TASK FORCE TO HOLD A METING IN A MORE POPULATED AREA OF SOUTHWEST FLORIDA.
THE CONTROVERSIAL LAW MADE HEADLINES AFTER THE DEATH OF UN-ARMED TEENAGER TRAYVON MARTIN.
ANY CHANGES TO THE LAW WOULD HAVE TO GO THROUGH LEGISLATION NEXT YEAR.
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IN CENTRAL FLORIDA -- A "STAND YOUR GROUND" HEARING ENDED WITH THREE PEOPLE FACING CHARGES AFTER THIS INSIDE A COURTHOUSE. TAKE A LOOK!
THIS CASE INVOLVES A KILLING OUTSIDE A NIGHT CLUB IN ST. CLOUD LAST YEAR.
AFTER TODAY'S HEARING WAS CANCELLED, THE PUNCHES STARTED FLYING.
ONE MAN WHO OFFICERS ARRESTED LEFT ON A STRETCHER WITH A POSSIBLE BROKEN JAW.
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I believe our prosperity has always come from an economy that's built on a strong and growing middle class. A middle class that can own homes and send their kids to college and save enough to retire on.
PRESIDENT OBAMA SAYS HE WANTS EXTEND TAX CUTS FOR FAMILIES THAT MAKE LESS THAN 250-THOUSAND DOLLARS A YEAR.
THOSE TAX CUTS STARTED WHEN PRESIDENT BUSH WAS IN OFFICE.
BOTH PARTIES WANT THIS.
WHERE THIS DISAGREE IS THAT 250-THOUSAND DOLLAR MARK.
REPUBLICANS WAN THE TAX CUT FOR THE VERY WEALTHY TOO.
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At the end of the day, I think the president will understand he's in a bad economic position. He will cave and these tax -- we will not see the tax increases he hopes for.
CONGRESS AND THE PRESIDENT HAVE UNTIL THE END OF THE YEAR TO STOP AUTOMATIC TAX HIKES ACROSS THE BOARD.
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THERE'S ONLY ONE WEEK LEFT TO REGISTER FOR THE PRIMARY ELECTION COMING UP IN AUGUST.
YOU CAN GO TO ONE OF THE YOUR COUNTY'S ELECTION OFFICES --OR YOU CAN REGISTER BY MAIL-- BUT THEY *MUST* BE POSTMARKED BY JULY 16TH.
FLORIDA IS A "CLOSED" PRIMARY STATE--
MEANING ONLY VOTERS REGISTERED WITH A CERTAIN PARTY CAN VOTE IN THAT PARTY'S PRIMARY.
SCHOOL BOARD AND JUDICIAL CANDIDATES ARE NON-PARTISAN.
AND *EVERYONE* CAN VOTE IN THOSE RACES.
BECAUSE OF NEW ELECTION LAWS. FLORIDA'S EARLY VOTING RUNS FOR A SHORTER PERIOD OF TIME.
IT'S JUST A WEEK THIS YEAR.
IT BEGIN AUGUST 4TH--
AND ENDS AUGUST 11TH.
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THE RUMORS ARE TRUE -- IT'S ALMOST CERTAIN 15 MILLION DOLLARS IS COMING TO LEE COUNTY.
THE MONEY WILL BE USED TO UPDATE THE MINNESOTA TWINS SPRING TRAINING FACILITY.
THE TWINS ARE ASKING FOR DORMS FOR THE PLAYERS AND NEW TRAINING FACILITIES.ALONG WITH UDATED CONCESSIONS AND 1-THOUSAND MORE SEATS INSIDE HAMMOND STADIUM.
LEE COUNTY WAS THE ONLY ONE TO APPLY FOR THE GRANT.
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9:56:01 That's a huge help to us. I'm glad the state recognizes the importance of spring training baseball and I'm glad that they recognize lee county's efforts in making spring training strong 13
THE FLORIDA SPORTS FOUNDATION IS ABOUT HALF WAY THROUGH REVIEWING THE APPLICATION.
THE NEXT STEP IS FOR COUNTY COMMISSIONERS TO COME UP WITH A CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE WITH THE TWINS.
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FOR A STATE THAT RELIES A LOT ON NEW CONSTRUCTION, THIS IS GREAT NEWS.
NEW NUMBERS SHOW MORE SINGLE FAMILY HOMES ARE BEING BUILT IN LEE COUNTY COMPARED TO LAST YEAR.
AND IN SOME AREAS, ACTIVITY HAS EVEN DOUBLED.
ABC 7'S KIM BROWN TRACKED DOWN THE HOT SPOTS FOR BUILDING.
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IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS ARE PART OF VINCE BEIGEL'S DAY.
TO A HOUSE HE'S CALLED HOME FOR NEARLY A YEAR.
It's pretty first class.
HE'S SEEN MORE HOMES POP UP IN HIS NEIGHBORHOOD.
IN JUST THAT SHORT TIME.
It's blossomed here. It's really blossomed. We never figured homes would be built this fast when we came here but they do something right here.
TREND DATA SHOWS MORE SINGLE FAMILY HOMES ARE GOING UP IN FORT MYERS
IN JUNE. 96 PERMITS WERE ISSUED FOR BUILDING.
THAT'S MORE THAN DOUBLE COMPARED TO LAST YEAR WHEN 41 PERMITS WERE ISSUED.
We're seeing this increase from baby boomers who are more confident about making this purchase than they have in the last few years.
THE NEIGHBORHOODS ALONG TREELINE ARE WHAT THE CITY REFERS TO AS A BUILDING HOT SPOT.
THEY CLUSTER ALONG I-75 OVER TO SIX MILE CYPRESS.
AND EVEN PARTS OF UNINCOPORATED LEE COUNTY ARE SEEING A LOT OF ACTIVITY.
BY FGCU ALONG BEN HILL GRIFFIN PARKWAY.
It's encouraging that we don't see this monthly bumping up and down. We have actually for the past 15 months seen a gradual steady increase.
LEE COUNTY ISSUED 56 PERMITS LAST MONTH.
THAT'S 11 MORE COMPARED TO JUNE OF 20-11.
AND WHILE BUILDING IS HAPPENING ALL OVER THE COUNTY.
OFFICIALS THINK THE AMENITIES THESE NEIGHBORHOODS HAVE TO OFFER ARE WHAT'S MOST ATTRACTIVE TO HOMEBUYERS LIKE THE BEIGEL'S.
We've been pretty blessed and its worked out pretty well for us here.
IN LEE COUNTY KIM BROWN ABC7.
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FORBES MAGAZINE NAMED CAPE CORAL ONE OF THE BEST PLACES TO START A BUSINESS.
FIFTEEN FLORIDA CITIES MADE THE LIST -- WITH CAPE CORAL RANKING THE HIGHEST - AT 133RD.
FORBES BASED THE RANKING ON A NUMBER OF CRITERIA INCLUDING JOB GROWTH, COST OF LIVING, EDUCATION LEVEL AND ECONOMIC GROWTH.
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THE HISTORIC SHANGRI LA HOTEL IN BONITA SPRINGS WANTS TO REOPEN TO BRING IN MORE BUSSINESS TO THE AREA.
BUT SOME BUSINESSES ON OLD U-S 41 DON'T WANT THE REOPENING OF THE HOTEL TO COME AT THEIR EXPENSE.
ONE MAN SAYS THAT'S WHY HE OBJECTED WHEN SHANGRI LA'S OWNERS REQUESTED BONITA SPRINGS SHUT DOWN PARTS OF NEIGHBORING TENNESSEE STREET AND INDUSTRIAL STREET.
SHANGRI LA'S LAWYER SAYS THE IDEA CAME UP AFTER SHANGRI LA BOUGHT MORE PROPERTIES ALONG A FENCE THAT TOUCHES THOSE TWO STREETS.
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"The way it is now it's kind of spread out because of the new spaces they bought, there is the core historical building and the new warehouses."
THE ATTORNEY THE SHANGRI LA PUT IN its REQUEST TOO FAST; AND INSTEAD WANTS TO FIND COMMON GROUND WITH NEIGHBORING BUSINESSES.
THE CITY SAYS SHANGRI LA HASN'T FORMALLY REPEALED IT'S REQUEST.
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A LEE COUNTY SCHOOL IS BEING RECOGNIZED AS ONE OF THE BEST IN THE NATION.
A NATIONAL REPORT RANKS FORT MYERS HIGH SCHOOL NUMBER 23 OUT OF 126 FOR STUDENTS ACADEMIC SUCCESS.
THE U-S NEWS AND WORLD REPORT LOOKED AT ALL PUBLIC HIGH SCHOOLS NATIONALLY THAT WERE DESIGNATED AS MAGNET SCHOOLS.
THE RANK IS ALSO BASED ON HOW WELL IT PREPARES STUDENTS FOR COLLEGE LEVEL WORK.
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NEXT AT 6 OPEN
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WITH SUMMER IN FULL SWING --WHILE THOSE HIGH TEMPERATURES CAN BE UNCOMFORTABLE FOR US --THE HEAT COULD BE HAZARDOUS TO YOUR *PETS.--PLUS--
16:09:42 paramedics hopefully will se that I do have this tattoo that will tell them I have a medical condition 48 so that they don't go ahead and operate on me unnecessarily 54
MORE THAN JUST A FASHION STATEMENT.
HOW TATTOOS ARE BECOMING A BIG HELP FOR THOSE WITH MEDICAL NEEDS.
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THE RECORD-SETTING HEAT WAVE THAT COOKED MOST OF THE MIDWEST AND MID-ATLANTIC IS FINALLY EASING DOWN --
BUT NOT BEFORE BEING BLAMED FOR THE DEATHS OF MORE THAN 70 PEOPLE ACROSS 13 STATES.
OVER THE WEEKEND -- POWERFUL STORMS WERE THE THING THAT ULTIMATELY BROKE THE HISTORIC HEATWAVE OF ELEVEN STRAIGHT DAYS OF TEMPERATURES NEAR OR ABOVE ONE HUNDRED DEGREES.
FORECASTERS PREDICT MORE SEASONABLE MID-TO-UPPER 80'S.
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RAINY WEATHER ALL THIS WEEK
Sunshine is in full force across southwest Florida, and that's letting our temperatures get into the mid 90s. Moisture is in high demand as well so it feels oppressive.
The afternoon sea breeze only gives only a slight relief. The beach areas will be in the upper 80s, but as one gets away from the beach it'll quickly warm back into the 90s. I mentioned the moisture being readily available so when the heat and moisture are mixed together, heat indices will be at or near 100 during peak heating hours.
Our typical high pressure sits off of the western Atlantic. They tend to bring light winds, and this one is no different. The winds have been calm around our area, and that allows the sea breeze to form. Take the sea breeze, add the heat, add the moisture, and presto we have storms billowing. This is the only way to see a cool down from the July heat, and the downpours will be confined to along I-75.
They'll move through quickly, but also pack a nice punch. They'll drop heavy rain, lots of lightning, and powerful winds. The storms will dismember by late evening, and we'll be in store for a partly cloudy to mostly clear sky through the overnight.
Increasing tropical moisture will bring a few changes to our forecast starting Tuesday, so look for more cloud cover and perhaps an earlier start to the rain through Wednesday. They'll be widely scattered if not numerous in natures. Temperatures will be effected and won't be quite so hot; however, they'll still get into the low 90s.
For the second half of the week, we'll see a mix of sun and clouds during the day and clearing skies during the overnights and early mornings. High temperatures will range from the low to mid 90s with lows in the mid to upper 70s. We'll also continue to see those hit or miss showers and storms during the afternoon, and this pattern will stay with us through the upcoming weekend.
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A NEW TREND IS POPPING UP AMONG THOSE WITH MEDICAL CONDITIONS.
THE'RE GETTING LIFE SAVING INSTRUCTIONS TATTOOED ON THEIR BODY.
A-B-C 7'S GABY FLEISCHMAN FOUND OUT WHY IT MIGHT **NOT BE A GREAT IDEA JUST YET.
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spencer cootware, has medical tattoo 6:12:02 it's always with you
FOREVER ETCHED INTO 51 YEAR OLD SPENCER COOTWARES SKIN--
A TATTOO TO TELL EMERGENCY RESPONDERS HE HAS A MEDICAL CONDITION.
16:10:26 I just hope if I'm ever incapacitated the first thing they are gonna see is this 30
COOTWARE SUFFERED A RUPTURED AORTA LAST YEAR-- and wants to make sure if he's ever in trouble again-- the person trying to save him knows that.
16:09:48 so that they don't go ahead and operate on me uneccisarily bc I do still have the aorta bone in my back.
Shane williams at body branding tattoo emporium in naples says medical tattoos are trending. Many people get inked to alert medics about diabetes, blood types or allergies.
Shane: 16:27:14 there's a diff kind of satisfaction in that it's helpful and serves a purpose.
But the purpose isn't always live-saving.
The owner of the tattoo shop has 'do not resuscitate' branded on his chest.
just because someone has a medical tattoo doesn't necessarily mean emergency responders will even see it or pay attention to it."
"we haven't been provided any training on these medical tattoos there's no standard for them as to where they're placed or type of tattoo that is placed so rescuers aren't looking for them
Responders are trained to do whatever it takes to save your life--
unless you've signed a do not recussitate order.
Walter: 16:32:00 if someone had do not recusitate tatooed on them, per florida statute that's not a valid way to recognize that 07
Since the design and location of medical tattoos aren't standardized-- ems suggests medical bracelets and the file of life as better alternatives.
Cootware wears a medical bracelet with all his information stored on a usb chip--
but now if he forgets it--
he's always got his ink.
Cootware: 16:12:10 if one day I walk out of house and forget to have my bracelet on I really don't have to think too hard about it
In collier county gaby fleischman
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SUMMER IS HERE. AND THOSE HIGH TEMPERATURES AREN'T GOING AWAY ANYTIME SOON.
IT MAY BE HOT FOR US, BUT YOUR PETS COULD BE AT RISK OF HEAT STROKE.
CORAL VETERINARY CLINIC TELLS A-B-C-7 IT SEES SEVERAL CASES OF HEAT STROKE THIS TIME OF YEAR.
DOCTORS SAY PAY CLOSE ATTENTION TO YOUR PETS WHEN THEY'RE OUTDOORS,
MAKE SURE THEY'RE DRINKING PLENTY OF WATER.
VETS TELL US BREEDS LIKE BULLDOGS, AND BOXERS ARE AT HIGHER RISK OF HEAT-RELATED ISSUES,
BECAUSE OF THEIR SMALLER SQUASHED MUZZLES.
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it's definitely really hot out there, so we gotta keep an eye on him and make sure he gets plenty of water and everything.
it's always warm here but even a difference by a few degrees. Dogs don't always have the best sense, they like to go out and exercise and don't always have the clue they need to stop"
YOU ALSO WANT TO BE CAREFUL WITH HOW HOT THE PAVEMENT IS.
WHEN THE PAVEMENT IS TOO HOT,
DOGS CAN ACTUALLY BURN THEIR PAWS.
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` STRICTER RULES ARE COMING TO ANIMAL BREEDERS IN COLLIER COUNTY.
ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICERS TELL US THE REGULATIONS WILL REQUIRE EVERY PET OWNER TO REGISTER THEIR PETS.
PEOPLE WITH THREE OR MORE PETS- WHO ARE BREEDING WILL NOW HAVE TO SHOW A PERMIT OR FACE A CITATION.
THEY WANT YOU TO WEIGH IN - YOU CAN SHARE YOUR THOUGHTS ON THE CHANGES AT A MEETING TOMORROW NIGHT AT D-A-S AT 6 O'CLOCK.
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CHRIS SALE. AT THE ALL STAR GAME. HEAR FROM HIM. A LOT OF MAJOR LEAGUERS REHABBING DOWN HERE. GOOD FOR US. BAD FOR THEM.
IS IT COLLEGE FOOTBALL SEASON YET. WE'LL TELL YOU WHAT SAMMY WATKINS IS UP TO.
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WORLD NEWS TEASE
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TONIGHT AT 7 OPEN
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ALL NEW TONIGHT AT 7 ON A-B-C 7. A COMMUNITY LIVING IN FEAR.
"I love the woods but it does scare me."
A CAPE CORAL NEIGHBORHOOD SAYS THEIR HOMES AND SCHOOLS WERE BUILT RIGHT NEXT TO A FOREST THAT'S READY TO BURN.
WHAT'S BEING DONE TO CUT THE RISK.
PLUS.FORT MYERS POLICE SAY IT'S A HOT SPOT FOR ILLEGAL ACTIVITY AND CLOSED IT DOWN.
NOW THE GROCERY STORE IS NOW SUING THE CITY TO STAY OPEN.
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SPORTS OPEN
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CHRIS SALE SAYS HE REMEMBERS SHOWING UP TO THE FIRST DAY OF KINDERGARTEN AND BEING ASKED WHAT HE WANTED TO BE WHEN HE GREW UP. SALE OF COURSE SAID BASEBALL PLAYER. HE NAILED THAT ONE. AND HE WAS ONLY 6. BUT HE'S COME ALONG WAY SINCE MISS SPRINGER'S CLASS. NOW 23. AND A FIRST TIME ALL-STAR.
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AN ALL-STAR WITH GOOD REASON. THE GUY HAS 10 WINS AND A PAPER THIN ERA. OF 2.19
SALE WILL NOT START THE ALL-STAR GAME FOR THE AMERICAN LEAGUE. INSTEAD. THAT HONOR WILL GO TO DETROIT PITCHER JUSTIN VERLANDER. MATT CAIN WILL START FOR THE NATIONAL LEAGUE
BUT FOR CHRIS. WHO WAS THE NATIONAL PLAYER OF THE YEAR. WHILE PITCHING AT FGCU SAYS. THE SUPPORT OVER THE YEARS HAS HELPED HIM GET TO THIS POINT
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RED SOX OUTFIELDER CARL CRAWFORD. IS NOT AN ALL-STAR THIS SEASON. THAT'S BECAUSE HE HASN'T PLAYED A GAME ALL YEAR.
AND THE PROSPECTS OF HIM PLAYING AT ALL. JUST TOOK A HIT. CRAWFORD SAYS HE WANTS TO RETURN SOMETIME AFTER THE ALL-STAR BREAK. BUT ADMITS HE'S GOING TO NEED TOMMY JOHN SURGERY AT SOME POINT. TO REPAIR HIS INJURED RIGHT ELBOW.
WE'LL KEEP YOU POSTED
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MEANWHILE. TWINS CLOSER. MATT CAPPS WILL BE PITCHING FOR THE MIRACLE TONIGHT.
CAPPS IS REHABBING AN INFLAMED SHOULDER. BUT IS EXPECTED TO REJOIN THE TWINS ON FRIDAY.
BUT TONIGHT HE IS A MIRCLE AND WILL PITCH THE FIRST INNING. GAME TIME 7:05 AT HAMMOND STADIUM
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SAMMY WATKINS SAID ONE OF THE REASONS HE CHOSE CLEMSON UNIVERSITY. IT'S A SLEEPY TOWN. HE CAN FLY UNDER THE RADAR. AH SO MUCH FOR THAT. EVER SINCE HIS FIRST GAME. HE'S BEEN ON EVERYONE'S RADAR. THIS YEAR SHOULD BE NO DIFFERENT. TODAY THE SOUTH FORT MYERS GRAD WAS NAMED TO THE MAXWELL AWARD WATCH LIST. WHICH RECONGIZES THE TOP PLAYER IN COLLEGE FOOTBALL.
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HEAT GUARD DWYANE WADE WENT UNDER THE KNIFE TODAY. TO REPAIR HIS AILING LEFT KNEE.
YOU MAY REMEMBER WADE PLAYED THROUGH MUCH PAIN DURING MIAMI'S RUN TO THE NBA TITLE. HAVING FLUID DRAINED FROM HIS KNEE THROUGHOUT THE PLAYOFFS
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IT'S LAWSUIT TIME FOR LANCE ARMSTRONG. THE 7 TIME TOUR DE FRANCE CHAMP. SAYS HE HAS NEVER USED PERFORMANCE ENHANCING DRUGS. BUT WAS ACCUSED OF DOING SO BUT THE US ANTI DOPING AGENCY.
SO ARMSTRONG RECENTLY FILED A LAWSUIT AGAINST THE AGENCY TO GET THOSE CHARGES DROPPED.
TODAY A FEDERAL JUDGE DISMISSED THAT SUIT. BUT WILL ALLOW HIM TO REFILE IN 20 DAYS.
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4SHOTAD LIB GOODBYE
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