Florida school districts pulled dozens of library books off the shelves after pressure from state officials on books it ...

After Fort Myers bicyclist and Caloosa Riders member Debra Purcaro, 64, was killed in a March 2021 hit-and-run in Alva while riding her bike, Carbone established a ghost bike at the site of Purcaro’s ...

The first Juneteenth was held in Galveston the next year. Celebrations were low-key affairs, often kept to church gatherings and community events. Despite gaining their freedom, the lot of Black ...

Other events include Little Mike & The Tornadoes, a blues show at Arts Bonita, and Florida Rep's ''Til Death Do Us Part: Late Nite Catechism 3'. Looking ahead, events include the Florida Gulf Coast ...

Planning fireworks for July 4 in Lee County? Here's what’s legal, what’s banned and how to stay safe this holiday.

The Mega Millions lottery jackpot is $280 million for the drawing on Tuesday, June 17. Check your tickets for the winning numbers!

Nominations are open for the 2025 Industry Appreciation Awards, which recognize businesses driving Lee County’s economy. Presented by the Horizon Council, Lee County Economic Development Office and ...

A former Lee County sheriff's deputy will spend less than a year in jail after authorities linked him to a breach at a Lehigh Acres jewelry store.

The bodycam of a Lee County sheriff's deputy shows the moment authorities responded to a shark attack on Boca Grande on June 11.

Look up your county in our interactive table to see if or what agreements your local law-enforcement agencies have with ICE.

Estero-based Camaratta Companies secured 2,700 acres in eastern Lee County June 10 for $93 million for a development known as Kingston.

Ages 65 and up can adopt or foster a senior cat or dog for no cost, including vet care, through Gulf Coast Humane Society's ...