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Invest 91L upgraded to Tropical Depression 2 in Gulf of Mexico

The National Hurricane Center has increased development chances to 50% for Invest #91L in the Gulf within the next 48 hours.

FORT MYERS

Florida protests against anti-immigration law cause businesses to close

Hundreds of people are peacefully protesting in Fort Myers. They want to emphasize the importance of immigrants in Florida’s economy.

North Fort Myers

Roof damaged by Hurricane Ian leaking months after the storm

Hurricane Ian damaged the roof at the parkway condominiums in north Fort Myers. And now with rainy season, the apartments are getting water damage.

Lee County

High-speed chase in stolen vehicle gets Lee County man arrested

On Thursday morning, Hendry County Deputies became involved in a high-speed chase leading them into Lee County.

Charlotte County schools hold annual active shooter training

On Thursday, Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office took advantage of the empty schools and held an active shooter training.

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FORT MYERS BEACH

Sea turtle nesting season recovering on Fort Myers Beach after Hurricane Ian

After a rough beginning, the sea turtles’ nesting season is going great. In May, sea turtle tracks were seen on the beach, crossing over debris before returning to the water.

Hurricane prep begins as season starts and Florida recovers from Ian

It’s time to get serious about your hurricane preparations.

FORT MYERS BEACH

A little wiser and a little more weary: reflecting on Hurricane Ian

While the town can make visible improvements and the buildings can come and go, it’s the emotions that are harder to wash away.

FORT MYERS

Colorado State University calls for near-average hurricane season

Colorado State University is now calling for a near-average Atlantic basin hurricane season in 2023. The university released its second forecast of the year and increased the number of forecasted named storms to 15 from 13. Hurricane season began on Thursday and runs through Nov. 30. Of the predicted storms, researchers expect seven to become […]

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Seven vehicle crash on I-75 leaves two injured

An accident on I-75 near Daniels at Mile Marker 136 leaves both lanes closed.

New law prohibits insurance companies from altering claim estimates

The start of hurricane season is here, but many Southwest Floridians are still fighting their insurance companies about their Hurricane Ian claims more than eight months later. The Insurer Accountability Act aims to bring more balance between the consumer and the insurance industry. Hurricane Ian left many Southwest Floridians with insurance claim horror stories. John […]

Gannett walkout: journalists to protest Monday over cost-cutting measures

A plan is developing for hundreds of Gannett journalists to walk off the job in protest on Monday over cost-cutting measures, including The Naples Daily News and The News Press.

Treating mental health at Baker Senior Center Naples

Isolation, loneliness, and grief are a growing problem in the older population that often leads to depression.

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