Victims of lynching in Manatee, Sarasota counties being remembered
With a shovel and a pot, soil collected by children comes from an area where the unthinkable happened.
Selah Freedom provides insight to UN delegates for domestic abuse recovery, sex trafficking
A stay at a safe house through Selah Freedom means rescue, retreat and the beginning of a new part of each woman’s life.
Old Miakka residents push back against proposed Sarasota County Development: 'An urban intrusion'
A canopy road guides travelers to Lena Lane where the sounds of birds and wildlife outweigh traffic and construction.
'Beaches, Benches and Boycotts' exhibit shares African American history in Sarasota
Photos of happy family moments mixed in with times of turmoil paint a picture of the 1960s for the African American communities of Tampa, St. Petersburg and Sarasota.
Sarasota Powerboat Grand Prix moving away from July 4, scheduled for September
A popular staple of Sarasota's July 4 celebration won't be held during the holiday weekend this year. Instead, the Sarasota Powerboat Grand Prix will take place in September.
Sarasota man hit by 2 vehicles during deadly crash: FHP
A 40-year-old Sarasota man died at the scene of a crash on Saturday night, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Preparing for mosquito season begins now
Collecting, testing and preparing for peak mosquito season has started at Sarasota County Mosquito Management.
1 injured after shooting in Sarasota, police investigating
One person was injured after a shooting in Sarasota on Monday night, according to officials.
Proposed workforce housing for Sarasota County Sheriff's Office employees
At the Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office, Sheriff Kurt Hoffman ran into a problem he needed help with.
24 artificial reefs deployed to help health of Sarasota Bay
More than 20 artificial reefs have been deployed in Sarasota Bay. The hope is for them to flourish and create a new habitat for commercial and recreational fish.
Ringling Museum of Art restores unique early 18th century painting
In gallery 12 at The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art, a piece called "Watermelon Regatta" catches the attention of museum visitors.
Developer appeals Colson Hotel demolition permit denial
Colson Hotel owner Max Vollmer is appealing a decision by Sarasota officials, denying his request for a permit to demolish the historic building.
Out-of-state police officers take advantage of Florida governor's signing bonus
Eight new officers sat ready to be sworn in with the Sarasota Police Department.
Bay Area father raising awareness after daughter diagnosed with rare disease
A Sarasota single dad of twins is hoping to spread awareness about a rare disease his 7-year-old daughter was diagnosed with.
Step right up to Ringling Museum's celebration of 50 years of circus magic for World Circus Day
The Greatest Show on Earth Gallery is open at The Ringling Museum.
'Surprising and not surprising:' Tampa Bay community reacts to Iran's weekend attack on Israel
As people in Israel deal with the aftermath of the attacks by Iran, their loved ones in the U.S. are desperately hoping for any kind of relief for their family members overseas.
Mote rescues sawfish, scientists working to determine cause of sickness
An 11-foot long smalltooth sawfish has had quite the journey.
Sarasota to consider building affordable housing for city workers
Right across from Sarasota City Hall, City Manager Marlon Brown has a vision for the community. He hopes to build two towers, with space for 192 units to house 400 people.
Sarasota beach named best in Florida by Reader's Digest
Lido Key Beach in Sarasota was ranked as the best beach in Florida by Reader's Digest in their recent list of the best getaways in each state.
Sarasota Historic Preservation Board denies permit to demolish Colson Hotel
Sarasota’s Historic Preservation Board voted unanimously on Tuesday to deny a developer's request to demolish the historic Colson Hotel.