Bodycam video shows moments leading up to armed robbery suspect being shot by Sarasota officer
An armed man accused of trying to rob an elderly woman in a Publix parking lot was shot by a Sarasota police officer following a chase and it was captured on bodycam video.
An armed man accused of trying to rob an elderly woman in a Publix parking lot was shot by a Sarasota police officer following a chase and it was captured on bodycam video.
Robbery suspect hospitalized after officer-involved shooting in Sarasota, police say
Sarasota police are investigating a shooting involving one of their officers that happened Tuesday morning.
Sarasota police are investigating a shooting involving one of their officers that happened Tuesday morning.
Woman hit and killed by pickup truck in Sarasota, deputies say
A woman was hit and killed by a pickup truck on Clark Road and Colonial Drive in Sarasota Friday evening, deputies said.
A woman was hit and killed by a pickup truck on Clark Road and Colonial Drive in Sarasota Friday evening, deputies said.
Sarasota honors American heroes on Veterans Day
The Sarasota community came out in droves to support veterans on Veterans Day.
The Sarasota community came out in droves to support veterans on Veterans Day.
Local veterans celebrate 247th birthday of the US Marine Corps
A group of local veterans never lets the Marine Corps birthday pass without marking the occasion. They celebrated the 247th birthday like they've done every year since 2003 — by meeting at Marina Jack Restaurant in Sarasota.
A group of local veterans never lets the Marine Corps birthday pass without marking the occasion. They celebrated the 247th birthday like they've done every year since 2003 — by meeting at Marina Jack Restaurant in Sarasota.
SPD: 1 shot, injured in Sarasota
The Sarasota Police Department is investigating a shooting that sent one person to the hospital early Sunday morning.
The Sarasota Police Department is investigating a shooting that sent one person to the hospital early Sunday morning.
Crowley Museum damaged by Hurricane Ian hosts community cleanup
A Sarasota museum that was forced to close after Hurricane Ian is asking for help cleaning up so they can reopen in time for the holidays.
A Sarasota museum that was forced to close after Hurricane Ian is asking for help cleaning up so they can reopen in time for the holidays.
Calls to reopen Midnight Pass grow with nearby waterway behind it 'dying'
A grassroots effort to restore a precious Tampa Bay area waterway is gaining traction, but the fix is highly controversial. It involves messing with mother nature – something that's rarely done.
A grassroots effort to restore a precious Tampa Bay area waterway is gaining traction, but the fix is highly controversial. It involves messing with mother nature – something that's rarely done.
After choking death of teen with special needs, parents seek clarity on staff response at Riverview High
After an 18-year-old with cerebral palsy died after choking at school, the school wrote in a report that the girl had a seizure. Her parents hope the school will provide clarity around what happened and the staff response, in order to prevent another tragedy.
After an 18-year-old with cerebral palsy died after choking at school, the school wrote in a report that the girl had a seizure. Her parents hope the school will provide clarity around what happened and the staff response, in order to prevent another tragedy.
Mote Marine's shark tank diver had love for aquariums while growing up: 'I’ve always been amazed by sharks'
Rachel is the one who dives into shark tanks at Mote Marine and maintains their habitat. She knew she wanted to work at Mote even when she was as young as 12. "I’ve always been amazed by sharks. I used to come to Mote as a kid and I always thought the sharks were the coolest."
Rachel is the one who dives into shark tanks at Mote Marine and maintains their habitat. She knew she wanted to work at Mote even when she was as young as 12. "I’ve always been amazed by sharks. I used to come to Mote as a kid and I always thought the sharks were the coolest."
Small helicopter crashes in Myakka River State Park, deputies say
A small helicopter crashed in Myakka River State Park in Sarasota County Thursday afternoon, deputies said.
A small helicopter crashed in Myakka River State Park in Sarasota County Thursday afternoon, deputies said.
American Cancer Society helps young mother through breast cancer battle
Nicole Van Blarcum is one of many breast cancer survivors who participate in the American Cancer Society's Making Strides walk. Her path to Making Strides started almost nine years ago at only 30 years old -- she was diagnosed with breast cancer.
Nicole Van Blarcum is one of many breast cancer survivors who participate in the American Cancer Society's Making Strides walk. Her path to Making Strides started almost nine years ago at only 30 years old -- she was diagnosed with breast cancer.
Sarasota police: DNA connects suspect who died in jail to Tamiami Trail murders
When William Devonshire died in the Sarasota County Jail, he was only facing charges for one of two murder that police believed he was involved in. Now, they can confirm that DNA evidence links him to the deaths of two women.
When William Devonshire died in the Sarasota County Jail, he was only facing charges for one of two murder that police believed he was involved in. Now, they can confirm that DNA evidence links him to the deaths of two women.
More 'swatting' calls prompt lockdowns at Pinellas, Sarasota schools
Multiple hoax calls reported active shooters at schools across South Florida Tuesday morning. By the early afternoon, the "swatting" calls reached a number of schools in the Tampa Bay area as well.
Multiple hoax calls reported active shooters at schools across South Florida Tuesday morning. By the early afternoon, the "swatting" calls reached a number of schools in the Tampa Bay area as well.
3 injured in Sarasota shooting, police say
The Sarasota Police Department is investigating a shooting that injured three people.
The Sarasota Police Department is investigating a shooting that injured three people.
Sarasota man without a driver’s license arrested for DUI manslaughter after crashing into home
One woman was killed, and two others were injured after a Sarasota man drove into a home Friday night.
One woman was killed, and two others were injured after a Sarasota man drove into a home Friday night.
Sarasota man brings in supplies by boat to Pine Island after Hurricane Ian
A man in Sarasota has made it his mission to bring supplies to those in need of help after Hurricane Ian. He's brought more than $30,000 worth of supplies so far – all by boat.
A man in Sarasota has made it his mission to bring supplies to those in need of help after Hurricane Ian. He's brought more than $30,000 worth of supplies so far – all by boat.
Sarasota Bradenton International Airport aims to reopen by weekend after roof, water damage
A large part of the roof at Sarasota Bradenton International Airport was ripped off and water poured inside the terminal during Hurricane Ian. Officials are aiming to reopen by late Friday or early Saturday.
A large part of the roof at Sarasota Bradenton International Airport was ripped off and water poured inside the terminal during Hurricane Ian. Officials are aiming to reopen by late Friday or early Saturday.
The Pickleball Club plans expansions across Florida as sport continues to grow
The Pickleball Club, based in Sarasota, is building a 33,000 square foot club in Lakewood Ranch complete with 12 indoor courts and two outdoors. That is just the beginning of their pickleball plans in Florida.
The Pickleball Club, based in Sarasota, is building a 33,000 square foot club in Lakewood Ranch complete with 12 indoor courts and two outdoors. That is just the beginning of their pickleball plans in Florida.
Sarasota adaptive golf group proves to have no limitations
A Sarasota group is out to prove that the game of golf knows no limitations. The chapter of the Adaptive Golf Association is mainly made up of stroke survivors who only have partial use of their bodies.
A Sarasota group is out to prove that the game of golf knows no limitations. The chapter of the Adaptive Golf Association is mainly made up of stroke survivors who only have partial use of their bodies.