Lee County

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.

Big companies are snapping up land along the I-75 corridor, bringing a type of boomtown to Charlotte, Lee and Collier counties. Local leaders believe higher-paying jobs are coming to the area, easing the past dependence on tourism to drive the economy.

Lee Commissioners vote to approve agreements for 412 multi-family affordable housing units

Lee County learns from previous storms and updates its emergency master plan.

Some people say there's a need for more mental health funding and awareness in Southwest Florida. And Lee County is taking some steps to try to do both.

Adaptive Sports Day was a chance for people with disabilities to try out various athletic activities.

Hurricanes Milton and Helene contributing to red tide formation like after Hurricane Ian in 2022

Who knew rock mining could be so lucrative? The Youngquist brothers of Lee County may have had a hint. They and their family members now are recipients of the biggest dollar amount for sales of a piece of land in Lee County.

A Fort Myers high school student has published a book. And it’s not her first foray into the publishing business.

Communities across Southwest Florida that were impacted by Hurricane Milton are now addressing the debris the storm left behind.Public drop-off sites have been set up and strict rules about how the debris is to be placed for collection are in place.