At least 16 Epstein files removed from DOJ site, including image of Trump

National News

US forces stop a second vessel off the coast of Venezuela

Cape Coral

House passes bill to streamline wildlife plan approvals

Downtown Fort Myers

Fort Myers woman gets surprise home makeover after Hurricane Milton

Naples

NEW KIT REVEAL: FC Naples pays tribute to Naples Pier with new jerseys

Arcadia

'I was shocked': Governor DeSantis awards money for new Arcadia sewage plant

Sports

Jake Paul says his jaw is broken in two spots after KO loss to Anthony Joshua

Scripps News Investigates

Immigrant dies one day after arriving at ICE detention center

Weather

FORECAST: Warm, sunny weekend heading into Christmas Week

National Politics

Russian strike on Odesa kills 8 as US hosts a Kremlin envoy for peace talks

Congressmen behind Epstein files law draft articles of impeachment for AG Bondi

Fort Myers Metro South

Authorities find boat of missing Southwest Florida boaters with no one onboard

National News

Brown University attack suspect died 2 days before his body was found

White House announces more deals to bring down prescription drug prices

Epstein files released with major redactions spark congressional anger

Attorney of Epstein victim speaks out after DOJ files released

National Politics

Minimal mention of Trump in Justice Department’s initial Epstein file release

National News

Hegseth announces operation to 'eliminate' Islamic State fighters in Syria

Sanibel

No more butts on the beach? Sanibel to discuss smoking ban at city beaches

Clewiston

Hendry County conducts emergency response drill at Clewiston High School

Local News

'Clearly not true': Lee County Commissioner pushes back against RSW audit

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National Politics

US Sen. Cynthia Lummis of Wyoming says she won't seek re-election

National News

Limited Epstein files release includes redactions, images of notable figures

Sports

WNBA players union authorizes negotiators to call a strike if needed

Cape Coral

'Trust your gut': How a Cape Coral realtor says you can avoid rental scams

National News

NTSB begins investigating crash that killed former NASCAR driver Greg Biffle

National Politics

Trump claims over $1 billion in immigration 'gold cards' have been sold

Lawsuits claim major banks enabled Jeffrey Epstein’s sex trafficking finances

Epstein timeline: From arrest and death to push for public release of DOJ files

National Politics

Erika Kirk backs Vice President JD Vance's potential 2028 presidential bid

National News

How an anonymous tipster on Reddit cracked the Brown University shooting case

Cape Coral

Cape Coral Police: These men stole cash and a debit card, then went shopping

Arcadia

'Not above the law:' Former DeSoto County Deputy charged with beating inmates

National News

Why Instacart is expected to send $60 million in refunds to customers

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National Politics

DHS pauses visa program tied to Brown University shooter

National News

Private university terminates all its staff, says it can't pay them

National Politics

In annual news conference, Putin says military goals will be achieved in Ukraine

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Weather

FORECAST: Cool start, warm finish to your weekend

Fort Myers Beach

Town confirms Fly Heli behind low-flying helicopter tied to wildlife concerns

Lee County

Fort Myers man charged after hitting semi-truck driver with baseball bat

Lehigh Acres

Horse remains found in quiet Lehigh Acres neighborhood leaves neighbors shocked

Cape Coral

New body camera footage shows Cape Councilwoman arrested for DUI

National Politics

Wisconsin judge guilty of obstruction for helping immigrant evade federal agents

Punta Gorda

Punta Gorda water bill advances despite requests to withdraw

National Politics

Trump announces 'Patriot Games' for high school athletes, to run in 2026

National News

Crypto profits appeared real, but the platforms were fake

National News

TikTok to sell US unit to American investors, including Oracle, Silver Lake

Scripps News Investigates

Exclusive: Father detained by ICE outside FIFA soccer game speaks out

Fort Myers Metro South

City of Palms Classic brings basketball excellence to Fort Myers

National News

Largest wildlife overpass in North America opens in Colorado

Local News

New audit raises concerns about transparency at RSW

National News

Suspect in Brown University shooting, MIT professor’s killing found dead

National Politics

House members leave DC for the year without a deal to extend ACA subsidies

Fort Myers Beach

Fort Myers Beach cancels NYE fireworks due to 'fiscal responsibility push'

National Politics

Author defends explosive Vanity Fair White House profile

National News

Eli Lilly pursues approval for weight-loss pill following positive trial results

Health

President Trump reclassifies marijuana, making it easier for medical use