Republicans currently hold a 20-8 advantage in Florida's congressional delegation and maintain supermajorities in both ...

In a split vote, the county commission approved a proposed redevelopment plan for South Seas. At a Zoning and Comprehensive ...

A chance encounter on a Florida beach opened my eyes to societal definitions, and misconceptions, of beauty.

Florida’s many beach communities are a major draw for tourists. And a new study ranking the top beach towns in the U.S. places three Sunshine State locales among the best seaside cities. The analysis, ...

The Sanibel City Council reviewed proposed updates to the city’s Surface Water Management Master Plan post-Hurricane Ian and ...

Sanibel Island is nature’s chill pill – a barrier island where collecting seashells is considered an Olympic sport and traffic jams involve turtles crossing the road.

Sanibel’s east-west orientation (unusual for Florida barrier islands) creates a perfect scoop for gathering seashells that wash up from the Caribbean and beyond. This geographical quirk has earned it ...

Wetlands are a key part of Florida's natural ecosystem are disappearing as population growth and development pave over them.

The Florida Supreme Court approved Gov. Ron DeSantis' redistricting map, arguing that it is not a dilution of Black political power.

The Florida Keys dropped this year to eighth from fifth in 2024, but remains a regular favorite. “Old Florida at its very best,” one Travel + Leisure reader wrote.

Southwest Florida offers stunning sunsets viewable from various beaches and locations. Popular viewing spots include Sanibel Causeway, Captiva Island, Pine Island, and Fort Myers Beach.