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Today's riddle: Why are elevator jokes so good ? 🤔 (Answer below!)
• Fort Myers resident charged in voter fraud for 2024 election (news-press.com) — A Fort Myers resident and Mexican national is jailed on charges of illegally voting in the 2024 election, drawing attention to how Lee County screens noncitizens on its voter rolls. Local election officials describe new state requirements taking effect in 2027 to verify citizenship for new registrants, as rare cases like this are used in broader national debates over election integrity.
• Suspect killed in Fort Myers police shooting, FMPD says (news-press.com) — A person was fatally shot by police early Saturday morning after Fort Myers officers responded to a call on Katherine Street, with the Florida Department of Law Enforcement now leading the investigation. The involved officer or officers are on paid administrative leave while authorities release few additional details, promising more information as the case develops.
• Chick Jitsu puts women and girls center stage in Fort Myers (winknews.com) — Women and girls from across the area filled Silverback Gym in Fort Myers for a women-only Chick Jitsu tournament focused on giving female athletes more chances to compete. Organizers and parents say the event offered not just matches and medals, but a supportive, empowering space where girls gain confidence and life skills they can carry far beyond the mat.
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