Elizabeth Biro

Some United States representatives are taking matters into their own hands to help those threatened by more expensive flood insurance.

The Big Cypress National Preserve is larger than the state of Rhode Island and is rich in biodiversity and culture.

On Friday, hundreds gathered to celebrate the life of John Passidomo, the husband of state Senate President Kathleen Passidomo.

When Sue Canfield looks up in her front yard she sees light shining through the sprawling branches of a 25-year-old Oak towering above her. The trees, which line every road in the waterways of Naples, is why she choose this neighborhood but soon those very trees will be taken down.

Cape Coral Council members discussed moving council meetings from 4:30 p.m. to 9 a.m., and many worried this could hamper the public's participation.

Right now, there are talks to bring a Ferris Wheel to downtown Fort Myers, but there are several things still up in the air.

When alligators aren't afraid, that's when they approach people. After that, Everham says wranglers don't have much of a choice.

"Growth results in increased water demands, and increased water demands in this area, have resulted in declining water levels over time," said Mark Elsner, Water Supply Bureau Chief of the South Florida Water Management District.

At a Thursday luncheon, Gulfshore Business honored ten women for making a difference in the business community, the nonprofit world, and SWFL.

Why are Cape Coral residents having such a hard time getting help? The 2008 housing crisis. Help from a water treatment facility never came.