Sarasota mail sorter stole more than $70,000 from 60 companies, police say

Police in Sarasota are searching for more victims after they say a postal employee was taking checks out of the mail and depositing the money into her private account. 

Family torn apart after crash with suspected DUI driver, who fled crash on I-75 in Sarasota

A couple's trip to visit family in North Port has turned into a waking nightmare after a suspected DUI driver hit their truck, killing a man and his son-in-law on Interstate 75 in Sarasota Saturday, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

'Pretend you are invisible': After 10 deadly motorcycle crashes, Sarasota bike shop has advice for riders

Ten motorcyclists have died in the last three weeks on Sarasota and Manatee County roadways. The increase in fatal crashes involving bikes is prompting the Florida Highway Patrol to urge drivers to slow down and look out.

Teens wearing ski masks crash stolen vehicle into Sarasota home, police say

Two teens have been arrested, and residents of a home at the corner of Hacienda Street and Beneva Road in Sarasota have a mess to clean up after a Kia Sol crashed into their home Tuesday afternoon.

FHP: 1 teen killed, 1 teen injured after SUV crashes into tree in Sarasota

Law enforcement officers are investigating a fatal crash that claimed the life of an 18-year-old girl and seriously injured a 16-year-old girl early Tuesday morning in Sarasota. 

Sarasota to host art and culture block party for April’s Fresh Fridays

Every first Friday of the month, downtown Sarasota transforms into an outdoor party showcasing the city’s culture and local businesses. 

Run for Turtles returns to Siesta Key beach

On Saturday, the Mote Marine Laboratory’s Annual Run for the Turtles returned to Siesta Key Beach for the 34th time. 

Sarasota Police Department searching for Guinea Pig thief

On Saturday, a man was caught on camera stealing a Guinea Pig from a pet store in the 3800 block of South Tamiami Trail in Sarasota. 

Jay Leno keep laughs coming at 72 with decades long entertainment career

For more than 50 years, Jay Leno has been entertaining audiences and bringing laughter when needed. He's never retired and still performs regularly. 

Mote Marine exhibit allows guests to transform into an undersea explorer

For those who dreamed of exploring the deep depths of the planet, a traveling exhibit will allow guests to experience life 20,000 leagues under the sea.

Sarasota school board member walks out during meeting over anti-gay comments

Sarasota School Board Member Tom Edwards, a political target of the governor, filed to run for reelection the morning after walking out of a meeting during public comment.