Barrier islands are Florida’s postcard paradises. And developers keep building on them and people keep moving to them in a ...

When Hurricane Melissa tore into Jamaica with winds exceeding 185 mph, it sent a clear message: storms are now reaching wind ...

Small business owners and private nonprofit organizations who lost money due to Hurricane Milton last year can still apply ...

An unlicensed contractor from Bradenton, located on the Manatee River on the Gulf Coast of Florida, has been accused of swindling elderly victims of about $222,000 in the aftermath of Hurricane Milton ...

2025 was one bizarre year of weather for Florida. In some ways, we got very lucky. In other ways, unlucky.

The hilarious and food-loving Raphael Gomes braves a category 4 hurricane in Florida, capturing the chaos and unexpected ...

Development on Florida’s barrier islands has surged amid costly beach erosion, soaring insurance rates, sinking buildings, evacuation and economic concerns.

These 10 Florida towns stand out for hurricane resilience, thanks to strong building codes, smart design, and storm-ready infrastructure that protect residents.

A bear mauling, crackdown on immigration, boating deaths, giant real estate deals, First Amendment politics: These stories made the top 25 list in SWFL.

The nation's best wide receiver said he would have stayed home if he were graduating today ahead of Cotton Bowl matchup.

Months after Hurricane Melissa, Premier Health Services provide medical care and supplies to struggling families in Jamaica.

A November 2025 dive to Davis Reef delivered a promising sight for Florida Aquarium scientists working to restore the ...