Marshes on Sanibel Island, once lush and green, have been transformed into saltwater bodies, threatening the island's ecosystem after Hurricane Ian.

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. Visitors ...

A Coast Guard Air Station Clearwater aircrew medevaced a 77-year-old man, Sunday, experiencing stroke-like symptoms approximately 138 miles southwest of Sanibel Island.

Demand is driving up home prices on America’s most popular islands, making coastal living pricier than ever.

Sanibel Island stands out with its rare east-west orientation, giving it some of the best shell-covered beaches in the world. This barrier island is a subtropical haven where sea turtles nest and ...

The picturesque island is ranked No. 2 this year and holds its spot on Travel + Leisure's list of best U.S. islands for its seventh consecutive year.

This Caribbean Island Just Ranked the Safest in 2025 for Its Low Crime—and It's a Hurricane-free Destination, Too "One Happy Island" outshined other destinations.

Hurricane Ian happened almost three years ago. But a new NBC documentary series has been bringing painful memories flooding back for many Southwest Florida residents.

From taking care of octopus to feeding sea shells, the Bailey-Matthews National Shell Museum aquarists walk us through how they care for the animals.