Could USF Sarasota-Manatee merge with New College of Florida? Rumors swirl as group begs for answers

USF Sarasota-Manatee trustees, former board members and supporting organizations are begging for transparency about a rumored merger with New College of Florida. NCF is already in discussions to consolidate Asolo Preparatory and the Ringling Museum.

Sarasota-based artist making waves with ocean inspired art

A simple gift for a friend has turned into a life-long passion for one Sarasota-based woman after she started a business focused on making waves out of resin.

Art Center Sarasota creative hub for community

Through exhibitions, classes and workshops, Art Center Sarasota has provided access to the local community. 

Crews battle semi-truck fire on I-75 in Sarasota County

Crews battled an early morning semi-truck fire on Wednesday along a stretch of I-75 in Sarasota County.

Travel tips as spring break ramps up

Spring break will bring a 10% uptick in travelers to the Sarasota Bradenton International Airport, according to airport officials.

Armed robber accused of holding up Sarasota Walgreens to steal prescription pills, cash

A man accused of holding a customer and employees of a Sarasota Walgreens at gunpoint before stealing cash a prescription pills from the pharmacy has been arrested. 

Mote Marine Laboratory's Coral Gene Bank works to preserve coral species

When you step through the doors of Mote Marine Laboratory’s International Coral Gene Bank, you’re a witness to lifesaving underwater work. 

Sarasota woman arrested in hit-and-run that killed 2 kids, left mother in coma faces judge

The 72-year-old woman accused in the Sarasota hit-and-run crash that killed two young children and critically injured their mother faced a judge on Tuesday – hours after she was arrested. 

Traveling shoe exhibit on display in Sarasota. Here's what you'll find

A traveling exhibition at the Sarasota Art Museum, "Future Now: Virtual Sneakers to Cutting-Edge Kicks", looks at the past, present and future of footwear.

Massage therapist arrested in Sarasota for inappropriately touching clients: Police

A Bradenton man who works as a massage therapist was arrested on Friday for inappropriately touching several clients, according to the Sarasota Police Department. 

Dead fish washing ashore on Lido Beach as Mote Marine Laboratory confirms red tide

At the water's edge, some beach goers took photos and others stopped to look at the dead fish, which could be seen as far as the eye could see on Lido Beach. 

Hamas hostage with family in Sarasota freed Saturday, seen reuniting with family in Israel

Hamas released three hostages Saturday, including one man with family in Sarasota. They've been waiting for word about him since January when news first broke of a ceasefire between Israel and Hamas.