More than 22,000 laptops refurbished by Sarasota non-profit group

The work happening inside the Sarasota Technology Users Group gives a second life to old and outdated laptops and desktop computers. 

Video shows arrest of Bay Area doctor accused of soliciting teen for sexual images in Reddit chat

A doctor faces criminal charges after asking a teen girl for nude images and talking about performing sexual acts on her during an online conversation, the Manatee County Sheriff's Office said Thursday.

Bay Area counties announce the opening of cold shelters before temperatures dip

People looking to swap the snow and cold with Florida’s sunny beaches will have to wait, as the new year is poised to bring sloppy weather conditions to the Bay Area.

Burn bans in effect for Sarasota County and City of Venice

Fire risks remain high due to abnormal amounts of hurricane-related storm debris still on the ground in some areas of the Bay Area.

Two arrested in Sarasota on dog cruelty charges

The owners of a dog training service were arrested after several dogs died while in their care, according to the Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office.

Sarasota thieves targeting online bike sellers while posing as buyers

Sarasota sellers advertised their bikes were for sale online, and even met up with the potential buyers and let them take the bikes for test rides. But, they wound up empty-handed when those buyers turned out to be thieves. 

Hurricanes reopen Midnight Pass, reigniting debate over maintaining it

Hurricanes Helene and Milton did something that Sarasota residents have tried to do for years, but failed. The storms re-opened a thin stretch of beach known as "Midnight Pass" and homeowners nearby couldn't be happier.

Sarasota structure fire under investigation

Firefighters are working to figure out what caused a mobile home to go up in flames Wednesday afternoon. 

Sarasota’s Celery Fields redevelopment sparks debate among community

It's one of the top spots for bird watching in the state. The Celery Fields in Sarasota County attracts more than 100,000 people a year. But, the Audubon Society is concerned plans for 170 homes could ruin the destination.

Tampa Area airports find many guns in luggage over Veterans Day Weekend: TSA

Thirteen loaded firearms were taken from passengers while they boarded flights from three different Tampa Bay Area airports, according to TSA.

Sarasota National Cemetery calls on community to honor veterans

The Sarasota National Cemetery is more than 18,000 wreaths short ahead of National Wreaths Across America Day. Organizers hope the community will lend a hand before the Dec. 4 deadline looms.