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Fort Myers Beach is fighting a tough question: how to rebuild after Hurricane Ian while keeping the feel that makes it special. Some residents think new businesses and big projects will help, but they worry the town could lose its charm. Others believe preserving historic streets and local culture i

weather

Storm alert: Windy skies ahead in the Lowcountry

A fast-moving storm system is rolling through South Carolina this afternoon, packing wind gusts that could reach 60 miles per hour. The National Weather Service has issued a severe thunderstorm warning covering much of the Lowcountry, including Charleston, Berkeley, Dorchester, Beaufort, and Colleto

A Spanish leader finds unexpected support in tough times

Spain’s prime minister recently showed up at a major Catholic event, something his party usually avoids. He joined Pope Leo XIV for a week of activities across the country, including blessings for a famous cathedral. While his party has clashed with the church for years, this visit gave him a chance

entertainment

Great Summer Reads You Shouldn’t Miss

Summer calls for good books, but where to even start? This year’s list mixes local Chicago stories with gripping plots from around the country. Dawn Turner’s "Majestic Hills" dives into suburban tension when a Black family moves into a predominantly white neighborhood, showing how politeness can mas

entertainment

Summer fun with Polynesian beats at Disney Springs

This summer, Disney Springs is turning up the heat for kids with a splash of island vibes. Instead of hiding indoors from the sun, families can head straight to The Marketplace Splash Pad for free dance parties inspired by Polynesian traditions. The Cool Kids’ Summer lineup brings not just music, bu

China‑Sided Spy Channel Opens in Taiwan

Taiwan has launched a new website aimed at Chinese citizens who want to share information about espionage. The site invites people to report tips that could help the island’s security agencies. Taiwan and China have a long history of spying on each other. In recent years, Taiwan says it has

sports

Weather Holds Georgia‑Texas College Baseball Clash

The Georgia baseball team was ready to face Texas in the College World Series, but a storm put the game on hold. A weather delay began before the scheduled start at 8 p. m. , pushing the kickoff to 8:45 p. m. At 7:20 p. m. , officials announced the delay, and a tarp was laid over the field abo

School Choice Sparks Debate in Lee County

Lee County’s newest school plan has ignited a lively debate among residents. Instead of building the new school in the bustling area of Lehigh Acres, where over 100, 000 people live and more than 30, 000 children attend school, the board has chosen a quieter spot in Alva that houses only about 3, 00

science

The quiet giants who shaped Earth long before dinosaurs

About 460 million years ago, when Earth was just starting to look like a rocky world with no trees or animals, tiny creatures called millipedes were already crawling around. These weren’t just any bugs—they were some of the first animals to live on land, doing the messy but important job of breaking

Diplomacy returns to the Persian Gulf: UAE and Iran test new waters