Sailor Circus annual holiday show will make return in Sarasota
The nation’s longest running youth circus, the Sailor Circus, is celebrating the holidays with seven shows December 28-31 at the Circus Arts Conservatory in Sarasota.
The nation’s longest running youth circus, the Sailor Circus, is celebrating the holidays with seven shows December 28-31 at the Circus Arts Conservatory in Sarasota.
Sarasota County SWAT team responds to shooting at apartment complex
One person was hospitalized following a shooting in Sarasota, prompting a response from the county's SWAT team. Deputies are asking the public to avoid the area.
One person was hospitalized following a shooting in Sarasota, prompting a response from the county's SWAT team. Deputies are asking the public to avoid the area.
Traffic shift in downtown Sarasota helps improve bicycle safety
A traffic shift in downtown Sarasota will help improve bicycle safety by creating two designated bike lanes from the Legacy Trail to downtown. Some have said the new traffic pattern, though, is causing headaches while taking business away from certain stores.
A traffic shift in downtown Sarasota will help improve bicycle safety by creating two designated bike lanes from the Legacy Trail to downtown. Some have said the new traffic pattern, though, is causing headaches while taking business away from certain stores.
Sarasota police investigate suspicious death after woman found dead during welfare check
A woman was found dead after a welfare check in the 2500 block of South Tamiami Trail in Sarasota Monday afternoon, police said.
A woman was found dead after a welfare check in the 2500 block of South Tamiami Trail in Sarasota Monday afternoon, police said.
Sarasota family honors 5-year-old son's life with toy donation to All Children's Hospital
After losing their son to leukemia, a Sarasota family is honoring his life by bringing joy to other children. They raised nearly $5,000 and went on a shopping spree Friday night, buying toys and presents for kids in the hospital.
After losing their son to leukemia, a Sarasota family is honoring his life by bringing joy to other children. They raised nearly $5,000 and went on a shopping spree Friday night, buying toys and presents for kids in the hospital.
FPL surprises Sarasota veteran with energy-efficient home decorations for the holidays
Carlos Moreira spent more than 15 years on active duty in the U.S Marine Corps and three years as a reservist before enrolling in college at USF. He now works as USF's Military and Veterans Success Center's veterans service administrator. FPL honored him for his service by turning his home into an energy-efficient winter wonderland.
Carlos Moreira spent more than 15 years on active duty in the U.S Marine Corps and three years as a reservist before enrolling in college at USF. He now works as USF's Military and Veterans Success Center's veterans service administrator. FPL honored him for his service by turning his home into an energy-efficient winter wonderland.
Sarasota school board to begin severance negotiations with superintendent after crowd packs board meeting
The Sarasota School Board approved a motion to begin severance negotiations with Superintendent Brennan Asplen as crowds pack Tuesday's board meeting. This comes after a motion was made last week to terminate him.
The Sarasota School Board approved a motion to begin severance negotiations with Superintendent Brennan Asplen as crowds pack Tuesday's board meeting. This comes after a motion was made last week to terminate him.
Mote Marine helps develop medicine that helps treat deadly coral disease
A new medical advancement is bringing dying coral back to life. Mote Marine Laboratory worked with pharmaceutical scientists to develop a medicine which tests have shown help in treating a deadly coral disease known as Black Band Disease.
A new medical advancement is bringing dying coral back to life. Mote Marine Laboratory worked with pharmaceutical scientists to develop a medicine which tests have shown help in treating a deadly coral disease known as Black Band Disease.
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.