Lifestyle
Edison Parade 2026: What You Need to Know About the Fort Myers Event
The annual Edison Festival of Light Grand Parade returns to downtown Fort Myers on February 21, 2026.
Fort Myers Soup Kitchen Benefit supports hunger relief in SW Florida
Annual event organized by Community Cooperative raises funds to fight food insecurity.
Best SW Florida reader photos include Ding Darling, Six-Mile Cypress
Readers share stunning images of natural wonders in the region
Crime
Fort Myers Man Pleads Guilty to Possessing Loaded Gun as Felon
Faces up to 15 years in federal prison for firearms charge
Gang Member Convicted for Fentanyl, Meth Trafficking in Florida Prison Operation
Franklin Guillen Lara faces up to 120 years in prison for his role in the prison-based drug network.
Two Florida Men Charged for Midnight Aquarium Break-In, Killing Protected Tarpon
Security footage captured the suspects illegally fishing and removing a large tarpon from the aquarium's private lagoon.
Politics
Florida Everglades Detention Center Accused of Punishing Detainees Seeking Legal Help
Detainees say they faced retaliation for trying to contact attorneys, including having monitored calls dropped.
Detainees to Testify About Legal Access at 'Alligator Alcatraz'
Federal judge to consider whether detainees have sufficient access to legal system at Florida immigration detention center.
Detainees to Testify About Legal Access at 'Alligator Alcatraz'
Federal judge considers whether detainees at state-run immigration facility are getting sufficient access to legal system.
Health
NeoGenomics Launches PanTracer Pro for Solid Tumor Therapy Selection
New comprehensive genomic profiling solution aims to help clinicians make informed decisions faster for advanced-stage cancer patients.
Doctors Encourage Patients to Self-Screen for Sleep Issues
Sleep diaries and online tools can help identify sleep disorders early on.
Fort Myers to Host Human Pink Ribbon Event
Bell Tower shopping center to raise money and awareness for breast cancer
Sports
Twins Relieved by Joe Ryan's Back Injury Update
Pitcher expected to be ready for Opening Day, but World Baseball Classic participation now in question.
Twins 'hunt for good' in wake of Pablo López's possible season-ending injury
New manager Derek Shelton won't discount the impact of López's injury but also thinks there's a chance for someone else to step up.
Twins' Joe Ryan Avoids Serious Injury After MRI
All-Star pitcher expected to miss only a few days with lower back inflammation
