Sarasota County opens resource center for residents impacted by Debby

It's now been almost a week since Tropical Storm Debby brushed by Tampa Bay. Still, many residents in some neighborhoods in Sarasota with flooded homes are helpless so local and state agencies are now working together to get relief to people in need by opening up multi-agency resource centers.

Laurel Meadows residents continue questioning why they flooded as waters begin receding

Laurel Meadows in Sarasota is still dealing with flooding, but the difference in the last 24 hours is extremely noticeable. As the water recedes, residents are racing against the clock as they begin the recovery process. 

Sarasota art studio offers kids' workshops with fun twist

At Children’s Art Classes Sarasota, summer workshops provide a snapshot of the studio’s school-year curriculum. Many workshops have a fun twist, like one called “Pokemon Odyssey." 

'It's indescribable:' Sarasota neighborhood turned into a swamp by Tropical Storm Debby

Days after Tropical Storm Debby roared past Sarasota, residents of several communities were left putting together the pieces of homes and neighborhoods wreaked with flooding.

Olympic medalist Stephen Nedoroscik comes home to Sarasota: 'It's unbelievable'

There was a roar of cheers Tuesday night at Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport for one of the most talked about Olympians of the Paris games: 25-year-old gymnast Stephen Nedoroscik.

Neighbors band together to help others during Sarasota flood

Neighbors in Sarasota came together on Monday to help get everyone to higher ground after Debby brought record rainfall, causing major flooding.

Man charged with murder in deadly Sarasota shooting

The Sarasota Police Department has arrested a man in connection with a deadly shooting near Hart’s Landing on Saturday. 

1 dead after shooting in Sarasota, police investigating

An adult was taken to the hospital with life-threatening injuries after a shooting on Saturday afternoon, according to police.

Florida Highwaymen exhibit on display at Selby Gardens

Visitors to Selby Gardens in Sarasota get to travel back in time with an exhibit of The Florida Highwaymen: Interstate Connections.

Researchers keeping eye on nests as sea turtle hatchings ramp up

There are two months left in sea turtle nesting season, and about 300 volunteers work with researchers at Mote Marine Laboratory to keep an eye on nests and hatchlings throughout the season. 

Sarasota bar named among best in America for 2024 by USA Today

USA Today set out to find the best bars in America and a watering hole in Sarasota has earned a spot on the list.