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With inmate James Ford scheduled to be put to death Feb. 13, a Charlotte County circuit judge Thursday rejected an argument that the execution should be blocked because Ford had the mental and developmental age of a 14-year-old when he murdered a couple in 1997.The 22-page ruling by Circuit Judge Lisa Porter could be the first in a series of decisions as Ford’s attorneys try to prevent the execution. Gov. Ron DeSantis issued a death warrant on Jan. 10.

The Collaboratory in Fort Myers is receiving about $19.3 million to better prepare for future disasters, like Hurricane Ian. Much of the money from the Environmental Protection Agency will pay for four hubs to keep supplies and resources for victims of future disasters.

In a state where 185 of 254 counties have no psychiatrist, how do you get students to want to become one — and then go to work in underserved areas? A loan repayment program may not be enough.

In 1964, President Johnson traveled to Martin County, Ky., to try to sell his "war on poverty" to the American public. What residents say they need now is steady work.

UPDATE: Fort Myers incumbent Mayor Randy Henderson won 71% of the vote, automatically winning a third consecutive term. For city council races, ward 3…

Disaster Recovery Centers provide disaster survivors with information from Florida state agencies, FEMA and the U.S. Small Business Administration. Survivors can get help applying for federal assistance and disaster loans, update applications and learn about other resources available.

Earlier this month the Lee County School District held its second Town Hall where parents, teachers, and community members had the opportunity to ask any question of members of the school board.

Sheriff Joe Arpaio was found in contempt for violating court orders related to a longstanding racial profiling lawsuit. Many believe the judge will ultimately refer the case to a criminal prosecutor.

State Sen. Nancy Detert will end her legislative career in 2016 --- two years before term limits would have forced her to step down --- and run for the...

A group of Southwest Floridians rallied Tuesday in opposition to Gov. Rick Scott and his backers at Centennial Park in Downtown Fort Myers. More than a…