Bradenton police sergeant on marine unit honored with eternal reef after passing away from cancer

Sergeant Lee Cosens served in the Army and with the marine unit at Bradenton Police Department before passing away from cancer. Now, his family spent Friday morning crafting and creating a reef ball in his memory. 

Sarasota dog groomer arrested for animal abuse and cruelty

A dog groomer in Sarasota is accused of punching, shaking and throwing dogs and cats that were in her care. 

Christian Ziegler investigation: Audio reveals former state GOP Chair’s concern over fallout from charges

Audio recordings of police interviews with former Florida GOP Chairman Christian Ziegler reveal a mostly cooperative tone with Sarasota police who investigated him for a rape allegation last year. 

Community celebrates 10th anniversary of Sarasota National Cemetery's Patriot Plaza

Hundreds of veterans, family members, and members of the community celebrated the 10th anniversary of the Sarasota National Cemetery's Patriot Plaza on Saturday.

Police respond to officer-involved shooting in Sarasota

Police responded to an officer-involved shooting near US 41 and University Parkway in Sarasota, according to authorities.

Florida man arrested in deadly Sarasota hit-and-run

Leonard Adams lost his life on April 4, 2023, at the intersection of Fruitville Road and Lakewood Ranch Boulevard in Sarasota. 

Sarasota home destroyed following 3-alarm fire

More than 40 firefighters fought a three-alarm fire in Sarasota Monday afternoon.