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
Charlotte County Detective Honored for Capturing Sex Predator
Detective Don Woelke recognized for second consecutive year for locating and apprehending a sex offender who lured a 13-year-old girl from Texas.
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
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
Lifestyle
Grandparents Delay Retirement to Care for Grandchildren
Many grandparents are taking on more caregiving responsibilities, forcing them to work longer and make financial sacrifices
Mom Turns Grief Into Free Equine Therapy for Veterans
Gail Doxie founded a nonprofit in her late son's name to help military veterans suffering from PTSD after losing him weeks before his 18th birthday.
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.
Politics
Florida Legislature Passes Election Integrity Overhaul, Sends to Gov. DeSantis
Bill expands citizenship verification, tightens candidate qualifications, and revises voter ID requirements
GOP Candidate Wants to Rename Florida Highway After Trump
Ola Hawatmeh, running in Florida's 19th Congressional District, plans to file legislation to rename I-75 the "President Donald J. Trump Superhighway" if elected.
Florida House Approves New Voting Eligibility Rules
Critics argue the changes create additional hurdles for some voters, calling it a "poll tax by paperwork"
