Crash causes major backup on NB US 41 near Vanderbilt Beach Rd

NORTH NAPLES, Fla. — A crash has snarled northbound traffic on U.S. 41 near Vanderbilt Beach Road and the Strada shopping center.

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Cape Coral mayor provides update on FEMA flood insurance

Cape Coral Mayor John Gunter says he and Lee County officials are asking for more time before FEMA removes the flood insurance discount for residents.

Wildfire on Alico Road now 95% contained

The nearly 11-acre wildfire near Alico Road in Fort Myers continues to burn as crews battle to contain it.

Lee Health launches new MyChart accessibility for Spanish speakers

Lee Health announced on Tuesday that it has launched a Spanish-language version of the digital patient portal MyChart.

Gov. DeSantis signs bill to enhance Florida education

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has signed legislation supporting education for working students who are in school, military training or in some form classical education.