A series of false claims and conspiracy theories have accompanied Hurricane Milton and Hurricane Helene, misinformation, that officials say have resulted in hampering the relief and recovery efforts.

Thanksgiving is coming up on Monday, which means some businesses, services and organizations may be closed or operating at ...

The News-Press has reporters and photographers covering the latest news in Lee County as residents, businesses and officials ...

As Federal Emergency Management Agency Administrator Deanne Criswell on Wednesday warned of “catastrophic impacts” from ...

Landfall expected Wednesday night. NHC said Milton "has the potential to be one of the most destructive hurricanes on record ...

Hurricane Milton churned Wednesday toward a potentially catastrophic collision along the west coast of Florida.

Tampa, with a metropolitan area that is home to over 3 million people, has not had a direct hit by a major hurricane in more ...

Forecasters are urging people in Florida to make preparations or leave their homes today, as the National Hurricane Center ...

This is the place for the latest news and developments for Hurricane Milton as it approaches Lee County and the Southwest Florida coast.

Former President Donald Trump blamed Vice President Kamala Harris and the Joe Biden administration for what the GOP nominee ...

Three shelters will open in Brevard County on Wednesday morning at 9 a.m.

TAMPA, Fla. — A mighty Hurricane Milton began to fling rain and gusty winds at the Tampa Bay area Wednesday as it threatened ...