Body of missing swimmer found off Longboat Key
The body of a woman who went missing while swimming off South Lido Beach over the weekend was found Sunday night, according to the Sarasota police.
The body of a woman who went missing while swimming off South Lido Beach over the weekend was found Sunday night, according to the Sarasota police.
Law enforcement searching for missing swimmer off Lido Beach
The Sarasota Police Department is investigating after a 24-year-old woman disappeared Saturday evening while swimming with a friend off South Lido Beach.
The Sarasota Police Department is investigating after a 24-year-old woman disappeared Saturday evening while swimming with a friend off South Lido Beach.
'I have to do something': Moms take grassroots approach to get formula to families in need
The FDA is promising improvement "within days" for families struggling to find baby formula, with plans to have it flown in from other countries, and with the impending reopening of the Abbott formula plant. That's not soon enough for some moms who are taking it upon themselves to connect families who have extra formula with those who need it.
The FDA is promising improvement "within days" for families struggling to find baby formula, with plans to have it flown in from other countries, and with the impending reopening of the Abbott formula plant. That's not soon enough for some moms who are taking it upon themselves to connect families who have extra formula with those who need it.
Memorial garden honoring Carlie Brucia rededicated after much-needed repairs
A memorial garden for kidnapping victim Carlie Brucia is being rededicated after volunteers stepped up to help make some much-needed repairs. Over the years, the memorial fell in disarray, but after months of work it's back to looking much more like it did when it was first dedicated.
A memorial garden for kidnapping victim Carlie Brucia is being rededicated after volunteers stepped up to help make some much-needed repairs. Over the years, the memorial fell in disarray, but after months of work it's back to looking much more like it did when it was first dedicated.
Donated protective gear saves life of Ukrainian soldier
Ukraine Aid Operations hopes to send even more donated items after a piece of donated protective metal saved a soldier's life -- stopping an enemy bullet.
Ukraine Aid Operations hopes to send even more donated items after a piece of donated protective metal saved a soldier's life -- stopping an enemy bullet.
Local artists to host auction to raise thousands for people of Ukraine
Local artists have scheduled an auction on May 20 at Art Avenue, a gallery on Main Street in Sarasota. They hope to raise thousands of dollars to help the people of Ukraine at the benefit auction.
Local artists have scheduled an auction on May 20 at Art Avenue, a gallery on Main Street in Sarasota. They hope to raise thousands of dollars to help the people of Ukraine at the benefit auction.
'Bring it back to life': Sarasota home preserves past for future generations
The home was built in 1971 by electrician Frank Williams, who was the original homeowner. It's a mid-century home that has been renovated from top to bottom.
The home was built in 1971 by electrician Frank Williams, who was the original homeowner. It's a mid-century home that has been renovated from top to bottom.
1 arrested as police investigate 2 shootings in Sarasota
The Sarasota Police Department is investigating two shootings that occurred Thursday evening that may or may not be connected.
The Sarasota Police Department is investigating two shootings that occurred Thursday evening that may or may not be connected.
'Shark lady' who founded Mote Marine remembered on postage stamp
Her picture is now printed on 18 million stamps, as her legacy continues to inspire each new generation.
Her picture is now printed on 18 million stamps, as her legacy continues to inspire each new generation.
New Sarasota exhibit features artwork of Ukrainian children coping with war
An art installation in Sarasota is capturing the reality of the war in Ukraine through the eyes of the children living through it.
An art installation in Sarasota is capturing the reality of the war in Ukraine through the eyes of the children living through it.
Sarasota's first Hispanic chief of police sworn into office
With his left hand on his family's Bible, his wife at his side, and his parents and daughters watching, Rex Troche was sworn in as Sarasota's newest police chief Thursday.
With his left hand on his family's Bible, his wife at his side, and his parents and daughters watching, Rex Troche was sworn in as Sarasota's newest police chief Thursday.
Deputies: Fatal Sarasota crash blocks off parts of Fruitville Road
One person is dead after a crash on Fruitville Road and Tatum Ridge Road in Sarasota, according to deputies.
One person is dead after a crash on Fruitville Road and Tatum Ridge Road in Sarasota, according to deputies.
Tiger Woods-designed golf attraction opens in Sarasota
A hi-tech entertainment venue co-owned by Tiger Woods hopes to attract golfers and non-golfers alike.
A hi-tech entertainment venue co-owned by Tiger Woods hopes to attract golfers and non-golfers alike.
Police arrest 2, seize illegal drugs, gun from Sarasota home
Complaints from residents in a Sarasota neighborhood and numerous undercover drug buys led police to arrest two men and confiscate illegal narcotics and a firearm from a home Tuesday morning.
Complaints from residents in a Sarasota neighborhood and numerous undercover drug buys led police to arrest two men and confiscate illegal narcotics and a firearm from a home Tuesday morning.
PopStroke: Golf attraction co-owned by Tiger Woods to open in Sarasota
A new golf and entertainment venue co-owned by Tiger Woods has announced it will open to the public Thursday in Sarasota. PopStroke is one of the hottest new golf attractions and Tampa Bay will now be on its list of locations.
A new golf and entertainment venue co-owned by Tiger Woods has announced it will open to the public Thursday in Sarasota. PopStroke is one of the hottest new golf attractions and Tampa Bay will now be on its list of locations.
Massive gator interrupts golfers at Stoneybrook course in Sarasota
How do you know when alligator mating season is in full swing in Florida? Ask the FWC – or someone who golfs.
How do you know when alligator mating season is in full swing in Florida? Ask the FWC – or someone who golfs.
Florida man arrested in fatal Sarasota shooting, deputies say
A Jacksonville man was arrested in connection to a fatal Sarasota shooting that happened Tuesday morning, according to deputies.
A Jacksonville man was arrested in connection to a fatal Sarasota shooting that happened Tuesday morning, according to deputies.
Watch: Dolphins splash in Sarasota PD Marine Patrol unit wake
Marine Patrol officers with the Sarasota Police Department had a fun day on the water with some dolphins jumping in their wake.
Marine Patrol officers with the Sarasota Police Department had a fun day on the water with some dolphins jumping in their wake.
Volunteers to release 120,000 clams to help filter water in Sarasota Bay
Sarasota Bay Watch is seeking volunteers to help release 120,000 clams into Sarasota Bay on Saturday. The group is in need of boats to bring volunteers and clams to spots where they will be releasing them.
Sarasota Bay Watch is seeking volunteers to help release 120,000 clams into Sarasota Bay on Saturday. The group is in need of boats to bring volunteers and clams to spots where they will be releasing them.
$14 million gifted to USF for financial technology initiative
A $14 million gift to the University of South Florida may bring new companies and jobs in financial technology – aka fintech – to the Bay Area. Leaders at the school say the gift is "transformational."
A $14 million gift to the University of South Florida may bring new companies and jobs in financial technology – aka fintech – to the Bay Area. Leaders at the school say the gift is "transformational."