Lee Circuit Judge Bruce Kyle on Monday, Oct. 19, 2026, sentenced Pavel Naranjo Jr., 40, to over 14 years in prison for the ...

Lee County voters can cast ballots early or by mail. Here is what you need to know about deadlines and ID requirements.

The News-Press and Naples Daily News nominees for Southwest Florida Boys Athlete of the Week for Oct. 12-17, 2026.

Rep. Adam Botana grew up in Bonita Springs and often volunteers for local Rotary groups, Estero Bay cleanup projects and has helped Florida Gulf Coast University.

District 80 stretches from the northwest corner of Lee County at Boca Grande and includes Sanibel Island, Captiva, Fort Myers Beach, Bonita Springs and Estero.

The 23rd Annual Calusa Blueway Kayak Fishing Tournament returns to Lee County. All proceeds benefit the Christian Life ...

The FHSAA released the regional playoff brackets on Sunday, Oct. 18, and 13 Southwest Florida teams made the cut.

President Donald Trump will hold a campaign rally at Florida Gulf Coast University's Alico Arena on Friday, Oct. 23. The ...

President Donald Trump will appear at a rally in Fort Myers Oct. 23, though a venue is not yet announced. The visit has ...

The Florida Everblades opened their 2026-27 season with a 3-1 win vs. Orlando after raising their 5th Kelly Cup banner to the ...

Each week we take a look at different events, developments and people who have contributed to the history of Southwest ...