Lifeguard staff beefed up, personal fireworks banned in Sarasota, Manatee counties over Fourth of July weekend
Law enforcement and first responders are urging communities to prioritize safety as crowds gather to celebrate America's 250th birthday.
Law enforcement and first responders are urging communities to prioritize safety as crowds gather to celebrate America's 250th birthday.
Venice man shot, later died after allegedly breaking into apartment and attacking resident: Police
The Venice Police Department released new details about a deadly apartment shooting this week, saying the man who was killed allegedly forced his way into another man's apartment, attacked him and threatened to shoot him before a struggle over a firearm ended in the intruder's death.
The Venice Police Department released new details about a deadly apartment shooting this week, saying the man who was killed allegedly forced his way into another man's apartment, attacked him and threatened to shoot him before a struggle over a firearm ended in the intruder's death.
Venice man dead after early morning apartment complex shooting: Police
A man is dead after an early Wednesday morning shooting at an apartment complex in Venice, according to the Venice Police Department.
A man is dead after an early Wednesday morning shooting at an apartment complex in Venice, according to the Venice Police Department.
8-year-old jet skiing alone in Big Pass stopped by Sarasota police, father faces misdemeanor charge
An 8-year-old boy operating a jet ski alone in Big Pass led marine patrol officers to issue a misdemeanor court summons to his father, authorities said.
An 8-year-old boy operating a jet ski alone in Big Pass led marine patrol officers to issue a misdemeanor court summons to his father, authorities said.
Wounded veterans partner with marine scientists to restore Florida reefs
Combat wounded military veterans are combining their personal healing journeys with environmental recovery by restoring damaged coral reefs in the Florida Keys. The long-running initiative helps rebuild marine habitats while inspiring the next generation of ocean stewards.
Combat wounded military veterans are combining their personal healing journeys with environmental recovery by restoring damaged coral reefs in the Florida Keys. The long-running initiative helps rebuild marine habitats while inspiring the next generation of ocean stewards.
Sarasota expands paid parking hours, adds Sunday enforcement and raises ticket fines
Starting Monday, June 29, drivers in the city of Sarasota will need to keep a closer eye on the parking meters. The city has officially extended its paid parking hours and increased citation fines by $5, a move aimed at making the parking division entirely self-sustainable.
Starting Monday, June 29, drivers in the city of Sarasota will need to keep a closer eye on the parking meters. The city has officially extended its paid parking hours and increased citation fines by $5, a move aimed at making the parking division entirely self-sustainable.
Florida Forest Service warns of drought ahead of Fourth of July as wildfire threat remains present
Fire crews are battling daily wildfire outbreaks along the Florida coastline as a persistent summer drought creates fire dangers. The Florida Forest Service is warning the public to use caution with outdoor tools and holiday celebrations as Independence Day approaches.
Fire crews are battling daily wildfire outbreaks along the Florida coastline as a persistent summer drought creates fire dangers. The Florida Forest Service is warning the public to use caution with outdoor tools and holiday celebrations as Independence Day approaches.
‘Take Care of Maya’: Former attorneys for Kowalski’s face fraud lawsuit in Sarasota County
Maya Kowalski and her family in Sarasota County are suing their former legal team, alleging the attorneys mismanaged millions of dollars from their high-profile medical malpractice settlement. The family claims in the lawsuit that the lawyers diverted funds meant for legal costs to purchase a multi-million dollar home and a yacht.
Maya Kowalski and her family in Sarasota County are suing their former legal team, alleging the attorneys mismanaged millions of dollars from their high-profile medical malpractice settlement. The family claims in the lawsuit that the lawyers diverted funds meant for legal costs to purchase a multi-million dollar home and a yacht.
USRowing Youth National Championships draws thousands to Sarasota County
A massive crowd of athletes and spectators has converged on Sarasota County as Nathan Benderson Park hosts the top youth rowing talent in the country for the final regatta of the season.
A massive crowd of athletes and spectators has converged on Sarasota County as Nathan Benderson Park hosts the top youth rowing talent in the country for the final regatta of the season.
World War II soldier laid to rest in Florida after being killed in action more than 80 years ago
A World War II hero is finally resting on American soil after more than 80 years.
A World War II hero is finally resting on American soil after more than 80 years.
Sarasota's Silver Pride celebration shines despite funding challenges during Pride Month
As Pride Month continues, local LGBTQ advocates in Sarasota are focusing on community support and visibility, even as national attitudes and corporate sponsorships appear to be shifting.
As Pride Month continues, local LGBTQ advocates in Sarasota are focusing on community support and visibility, even as national attitudes and corporate sponsorships appear to be shifting.
Motorcycle helmet-clad woman leaves trail of destruction at Sarasota shops: 'Clearly she needs help'
A motorcycle helmet-wearing vandal smashed her way through three local businesses during a Thursday morning destruction spree across the city and county.
A motorcycle helmet-wearing vandal smashed her way through three local businesses during a Thursday morning destruction spree across the city and county.
Sarasota County brush fire contained after homes evacuated in Stoneybrook at Venice neighborhood: SCFD
Firefighters battled a brush fire in Sarasota County that has grew to 24 acres and prompted the evacuation of 10 nearby homes in the Stoneybrook at Venice neighborhood, according to Sarasota County Fire Department officials.
Firefighters battled a brush fire in Sarasota County that has grew to 24 acres and prompted the evacuation of 10 nearby homes in the Stoneybrook at Venice neighborhood, according to Sarasota County Fire Department officials.
Sarasota County bar rampage: Woman accused of hurling bricks through windows, destroying liquor bottles: SCSO
A woman wearing a motorcycle helmet went on a rampage of destruction at a Sarasota County business early Thursday morning, throwing bricks through windows and doors before destroying the bar's liquor inventory, according to surveillance footage and the Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office.
A woman wearing a motorcycle helmet went on a rampage of destruction at a Sarasota County business early Thursday morning, throwing bricks through windows and doors before destroying the bar's liquor inventory, according to surveillance footage and the Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office.
Man accidentally shoots himself in groin while shopping at Florida Walmart: SCSO
A man adjusting a holstered gun in his waistband accidentally shot himself inside the Venice Walmart on Thursday morning, according to the Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office.
A man adjusting a holstered gun in his waistband accidentally shot himself inside the Venice Walmart on Thursday morning, according to the Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office.
Hundreds gather for rare Queen of the Night cactus bloom in downtown Sarasota
Hundreds of people gathered at Marie Selby Botanical Gardens in downtown Sarasota to witness the annual blooming of the Queen of the Night.
Hundreds of people gathered at Marie Selby Botanical Gardens in downtown Sarasota to witness the annual blooming of the Queen of the Night.
Missing swimmer found safe after disappearing in water off Siesta Key Beach: SCSO
The Sarasota County Sheriff's Office says a 23-year-old man is safe after vanishing from a beach Tuesday night, sparking a massive air and water search by multiple emergency agencies.
The Sarasota County Sheriff's Office says a 23-year-old man is safe after vanishing from a beach Tuesday night, sparking a massive air and water search by multiple emergency agencies.
Northbound lanes of I-75 reopened after fatal crash shut down traffic in Venice: FHP
All northbound lanes of I-75 in Sarasota County have reopened after a fatal crash early Wednesday morning, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
All northbound lanes of I-75 in Sarasota County have reopened after a fatal crash early Wednesday morning, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Meet Splash: Rescue otter helps law enforcement agencies crack cold cases
A unique tracker with four paws is helping investigators solve cold cases and uncover hidden underwater clues.
A unique tracker with four paws is helping investigators solve cold cases and uncover hidden underwater clues.
Construction crew finds human remains in Sarasota
Sarasota County deputies are investigating after a construction crew discovered partial human skeletal remains in a wooded lot on Friday morning.
Sarasota County deputies are investigating after a construction crew discovered partial human skeletal remains in a wooded lot on Friday morning.