Elderly woman from Sarasota believed responsible for crash that killed 2 children, injured mother

The Sarasota Police Department says they have found the vehicle involved in a crash that killed two children and critically injured their mother, and they believe the driver is an elderly woman who is cooperating with investigators.

Man involved in crash with Sarasota deputy dead after slamming into telephone pole: FHP

A driver was killed after hitting a telephone pole Thursday evening after troopers said he was involved in a different crash that injured a Sarasota County deputy. 

Woman found murdered in Sarasota home, suspect found in Louisiana

Sarasota police say a man has been charged with murder in Louisiana after a woman's body was found inside a Sarasota home on Tuesday night.

Mote Marine Laboratory unveils new tools in fight against red tide, algal blooms

From the lab to the field, Mote Marine Laboratory said they've been working on new ways to fight red tide. Researchers there have three new red tide mitigation tools they've been working on, and they showed them off on Wednesday. 

Pedestrian injured after crash in Sarasota, police investigating

Serious injuries were reported after a crash involving a pedestrian in Sarasota Monday morning, according to police.

Volunteers help bring new Ringling Legacy Tours to life

A group of volunteer guides take a lot of pride in making the new and upcoming Ringling Legacy Tours come to life.

Sarasota shooting injures 1 person, SPD investigating

The Sarasota police says they are investigating a shooting that injured one person around 7 p.m. on Saturday.

Sarasota Powerboat Grand Prix not returning to Lido Beach in 2025

The Sarasota Powerboat Grand Prix will not return to Lido Beach in 2025 for its 41st year. The event, known as "The Indy 500 of Powerboat Racing," began in 1986 and is known as a fan favorite, attracting thousands of people from around the globe.

Israeli man to be released by Hamas as his family in Sarasota waits with mixed emotions

Sagui Dekel-Chen has been in captivity since Hamas took him hostage as part of their October 7, 2023, terrorist attack on Israel. That is expected to end soon, however. 

Tampa woman found guilty of manslaughter after 2022 shooting in Sarasota: SCSO

A Sarasota County jury has found a 19-year-old woman guilty of manslaughter after a shooting that killed a teen and injured two other juveniles in February 2022.

3 alligators found dead at Myakka River State Park

Florida state officials are looking into the deaths of at least three alligators at Myakka River State Park.

Sarasota County schools sees historic high school graduation rate

Newly released state graduation rates show huge improvements for Sarasota County Schools. The district saw its biggest success in graduates from the 2023-2024 school year.