Science
Beloved Florida bald eagle presumed dead after going missing
The eagle mom had just welcomed an eaglet with her mate before disappearing.
Injured Manatee & Calf Rescued in Florida, Moved to SeaWorld for Rehab
Florida Manatee Rescue Highlights Growing Conservation Challenges
Injured mother manatee and calf rescued in Florida, taken to SeaWorld
Drone pilots guided rescuers to the manatees on the Orange River near Fort Myers.
Crime
State to Seek Death Penalty in 2023 Lehigh Acres Double Murder
Prosecutors file notice to pursue capital punishment against Yohani Gonzalez de Lazaro, accused of killing two during a home invasion hours before a civil court hearing.
Trooper Michael Diego remembered at Naples funeral
Hundreds gather to honor fallen Florida Highway Patrol officer who died during training
Driver Crashes Into School Bus, Arrested Hours Later for Domestic Battery
Jacob Novak allegedly slammed into a Lee County school bus, then walked home and got into an altercation with his fiancée.
Lifestyle
Charming Villa in Desirable Fort Myers Community Listed for Sale
2-bedroom plus den home in Forest Villas offers nearly 1700 sq ft of living space and community amenities.
Vote! See the Lee County High School Student of the Week nominees
The News-Press spotlights outstanding students in Lee County high schools.
Ronald McDonald House Receives $25,000 Grant
Suncoast Credit Union Foundation supports Southwest Florida charity
Weather
WMO retires Melissa from list of hurricane names
Molly chosen to replace Melissa on 2026 Atlantic hurricane name list
Partly Cloudy Skies and Scattered Thunderstorms Forecast for Fort Myers
10-day weather outlook for Fort Myers, Florida 33908 with highs, lows, and rain chances
Big Cypress National Preserve Fire Closes Key Florida Road
Firefighters work to contain the blaze as visibility concerns prompt road closure along I-75 corridor
Business
Alico Shareholders Re-Elect Directors, Ratify Grant Thornton as Auditor
Alico holds virtual annual meeting, approves board and auditor appointments
Saint Raphael Roofing Becomes Trusted Leader for Residential Roof Repairs in Fort Myers
The company's expertise and customer-first approach have earned it a growing reputation in Southwest Florida.
Saint Raphael Roofing Becomes Trusted Leader for Residential Roof Repairs in Fort Myers
The company's expertise, integrity, and community-focused service set it apart in Southwest Florida's demanding roofing market.
