Sarasota Fights Fentanyl event: Hundreds walk Ringling Bridge on Labor Day
Hundreds of people gathered in Sarasota on Labor Day to walk across the Ringling Bridge for the third annual Sarasota Fights Fentanyl event to honor lives lost and help those struggling with addiction.
Hundreds of people gathered in Sarasota on Labor Day to walk across the Ringling Bridge for the third annual Sarasota Fights Fentanyl event to honor lives lost and help those struggling with addiction.
'Just let me know what happened': Jabez Spann's mother continues to wait for answers 9 years later
The Sarasota Police Department issued an appeal for information Friday on the ninth anniversary of the disappearance of 14-year-old Jabez Spann.
The Sarasota Police Department issued an appeal for information Friday on the ninth anniversary of the disappearance of 14-year-old Jabez Spann.
'Emotions are high': Sarasota leaders urge peace after parking worker assault
A Sarasota parking enforcement employee was physically assaulted Wednesday afternoon while issuing citations on St. Armands Circle, leading to the felony arrest of a 61-year-old Bradenton woman.
A Sarasota parking enforcement employee was physically assaulted Wednesday afternoon while issuing citations on St. Armands Circle, leading to the felony arrest of a 61-year-old Bradenton woman.
12th judicial circuit judge cited after leaving the scene of a two-car crash
A 12th judicial circuit judge accused of sideswiping another vehicle was cited for careless driving and failure to give information after leaving the scene of an accident. According to a police report, Circuit Judge Thomas Krug told investigators he did not realize he struck the car while attempting to merge into its lane.
A 12th judicial circuit judge accused of sideswiping another vehicle was cited for careless driving and failure to give information after leaving the scene of an accident. According to a police report, Circuit Judge Thomas Krug told investigators he did not realize he struck the car while attempting to merge into its lane.
Nathan Benderson Park to host 9/11 memorial stair climb
Firefighters, emergency crews and community members are preparing to gather at Nathan Benderson Park in Sarasota for a memorial stair climb honoring those who lost their lives on Sept. 11, 2001.
Firefighters, emergency crews and community members are preparing to gather at Nathan Benderson Park in Sarasota for a memorial stair climb honoring those who lost their lives on Sept. 11, 2001.
Sarasota police report 70% drop in school zone speeding after implementing safety program
Sarasota police reported a major drop in school zone speeding violations after implementing safety enforcement cameras across the city.
Sarasota police reported a major drop in school zone speeding violations after implementing safety enforcement cameras across the city.
Sarasota parking enforcement expansion remains frozen as leaders reset plans
A planned expansion of both paid and free timed parking enforcement in the city of Sarasota remains on hold after business owners and residents voiced opposition.
A planned expansion of both paid and free timed parking enforcement in the city of Sarasota remains on hold after business owners and residents voiced opposition.
Ringling College’s theme park design competition offers $20K scholarship
Ringling College of Art and Design is inviting high school juniors and seniors nationwide to step into another world by designing an original parade float.
Ringling College of Art and Design is inviting high school juniors and seniors nationwide to step into another world by designing an original parade float.
Bond set for Ex-Sarasota officer accused of misusing Flock cameras hundreds of times
A former Sarasota police officer faces criminal charges after authorities said he improperly searched for the same license plate hundreds of times using law enforcement surveillance technology.
A former Sarasota police officer faces criminal charges after authorities said he improperly searched for the same license plate hundreds of times using law enforcement surveillance technology.
Sarasota Police Officer arrested following misuse of Flock cameras, among other databases
The Sarasota Police Department reported an officer was terminated on Wednesday after arresting him in connection with an ongoing criminal investigation into the alleged misuse of law enforcement search databases, including Flock.
The Sarasota Police Department reported an officer was terminated on Wednesday after arresting him in connection with an ongoing criminal investigation into the alleged misuse of law enforcement search databases, including Flock.
Man charged with 3 attempted homicides after allegedly firing 26 shots in Sarasota dumpster dispute
A 41-year-old man was arrested Saturday after firing 26 rounds from a rifle at three men during a feud on 51st Street in Sarasota, according to the Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office.
A 41-year-old man was arrested Saturday after firing 26 rounds from a rifle at three men during a feud on 51st Street in Sarasota, according to the Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office.
Sarasota County primary: Candidates warn voters of fake campaign guides
Sarasota County commissioners and local candidates are demanding an investigation into out-of-state organizations they claim are using artificial intelligence and fabricated voter guides to deceive voters ahead of Tuesday's primary election.
Sarasota County commissioners and local candidates are demanding an investigation into out-of-state organizations they claim are using artificial intelligence and fabricated voter guides to deceive voters ahead of Tuesday's primary election.
'Doing it for your country': Sarasota gymnasts head to world championships
A local gymnastics training facility in Sarasota is celebrating a major milestone after three of its elite athletes earned spots on the national roster representing the country on the international stage.
A local gymnastics training facility in Sarasota is celebrating a major milestone after three of its elite athletes earned spots on the national roster representing the country on the international stage.
Booker High School football pauses varsity play: Here is why
A high school football program in Sarasota canceled its varsity season after dismissing its former head coach and losing several players to transfer.
A high school football program in Sarasota canceled its varsity season after dismissing its former head coach and losing several players to transfer.
Flock camera vandalism: Surveillance devices damaged in St. Petersburg, Sarasota
Flock cameras in St. Petersburg and Sarasota were damaged over the weekend, leaving both devices offline.
Flock cameras in St. Petersburg and Sarasota were damaged over the weekend, leaving both devices offline.
Sarasota paid parking: City suspends downtown extended hours after backlash
After weeks of criticism over expanded paid parking hours, Sarasota city leaders are reversing course.
After weeks of criticism over expanded paid parking hours, Sarasota city leaders are reversing course.
Sarasota man threw brick through synagogue window 'because it was Jewish place of worship': Police
A man was arrested after Sarasota police say he admitted to intentionally throwing a brick through the front window of a downtown synagogue because it was a Jewish place of worship.
A man was arrested after Sarasota police say he admitted to intentionally throwing a brick through the front window of a downtown synagogue because it was a Jewish place of worship.
Search underway for Palmetto man accused of firing shots at Booker High School: Officers
A search is underway for a Palmetto man accused of firing shots at Booker High School during a youth football event.
A search is underway for a Palmetto man accused of firing shots at Booker High School during a youth football event.
Pacific Rim restaurant owner vows to rebuild after blaze
A fire heavily damaged Pacific Rim, a staple Sarasota restaurant on Hillview Street, leaving its owners determined to rebuild after nearly 30 years in business.
A fire heavily damaged Pacific Rim, a staple Sarasota restaurant on Hillview Street, leaving its owners determined to rebuild after nearly 30 years in business.
Florida company offers membership for evacuation flights this hurricane season
A Florida company is offering residents a new way to evacuate storms this hurricane season by selling memberships that guarantee seats on its evacuation flights out of the Tampa (TPA) and Sarasota (SRQ) airports.
A Florida company is offering residents a new way to evacuate storms this hurricane season by selling memberships that guarantee seats on its evacuation flights out of the Tampa (TPA) and Sarasota (SRQ) airports.