Natacha Casal

A Lehigh Acres mother is urging families to lock their doors after a man entered her home while her teenagers were alone, prompting a response from deputies.

CAPE CORAL, Fla. — Monkey Bar in Cape Coral is collecting donations to help those impacted by two recent earthquakes in Venezuela, with contributions pouring in from the local community.

LEE COUNTY, Fla. — Bear sightings are increasing across Florida, particularly in Lee and Collier counties, as bear mating season unfolds.

Hundreds gathered on 5th Avenue South in Naples to celebrate Independence Day and America's 250th birthday with a parade, patriotic outfits, and a fireworks display planned for the evening.

FORT MYERS BEACH, Fla. — Visitors to Fort Myers Beach are being reminded to stay safe as thunderstorms head toward the Gulf Coast following Fourth of July celebrations.

Cape Coral fire officials are advising residents to soak fireworks in water overnight before disposal to prevent fires and property damage.

FORT MYERS SHORES, Fla. — A dead manatee has been discovered floating in the Caloosahatchee River near Fort Myers Shores, with residents reporting a foul smell in the area since Saturday.

A dead manatee was found Saturday morning in the water near Fort Myers Shores, and Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) biologists are investigating to determine the cause of death.

Bishop Emilio Biosca was ordained and installed as the new leader of the Diocese of Venice during a ceremony at Saint John XXIII Catholic Church, succeeding Bishop Emeritus Frank Dewane after 20 years of service.

A Lehigh Acres woman is urging her community to stay vigilant after a man was caught on video reportedly breaking into her car on Friday near Bell Boulevard and Sunrise Boulevard.