Sarasota faith leaders push for affordable diversion programs to avoid 'criminalizing poverty'
A meeting was held to discuss a new pre-arrest diversion program proposed by State Attorney Ed Brodsky. The program is for select nonviolent misdemeanor offenders.
A meeting was held to discuss a new pre-arrest diversion program proposed by State Attorney Ed Brodsky. The program is for select nonviolent misdemeanor offenders.
Sarasota man aims to break record for fastest run across America in fallen Navy SEAL's honor
A Sarasota man plans to run from California to New York to raise money for veterans, helping to fulfill the final wish of a fallen Navy SEAL. The elite-runner is also on a mission to break the world record for the fastest run across America.
A Sarasota man plans to run from California to New York to raise money for veterans, helping to fulfill the final wish of a fallen Navy SEAL. The elite-runner is also on a mission to break the world record for the fastest run across America.
Walks to defeat ALS planned for Sarasota, Tampa in April
The funds raised during the walks will go towards a cure for ALS as well as help local families through education, support groups and access to care.
The funds raised during the walks will go towards a cure for ALS as well as help local families through education, support groups and access to care.
Anti-Semitic flyers pop up in Sarasota neighborhood
The regional director for the American Jewish Committee of the West Coast of Florida said 1 in 4 American Jews have been personally targeted with antisemitism in the last year.
The regional director for the American Jewish Committee of the West Coast of Florida said 1 in 4 American Jews have been personally targeted with antisemitism in the last year.
Sarasota police detectives: Tamiami Trail murders are likely connected
For the past month, Sarasota police detectives have had their hands full investigating not one, but two deaths that have rattled their community. Now, a suspect is behind bars for one of those murders and could be facing charges in the other.
For the past month, Sarasota police detectives have had their hands full investigating not one, but two deaths that have rattled their community. Now, a suspect is behind bars for one of those murders and could be facing charges in the other.
No dog left behind: Retired military K-9 with collapsed spinal cord gets new lease on life
When a K-9 who once helped the military find explosives and missing people became paralyzed, a former Sarasota County deputy stepped in to help the dog roll into his retirement years.
When a K-9 who once helped the military find explosives and missing people became paralyzed, a former Sarasota County deputy stepped in to help the dog roll into his retirement years.
Hundreds of art pieces go on display in Sarasota
Sarasota art lovers are in for a treat as the city’s oldest visual arts nonprofit puts hundreds of new pieces on display.
Sarasota art lovers are in for a treat as the city’s oldest visual arts nonprofit puts hundreds of new pieces on display.
EF1 tornado damages buildings, downs trees in downtown Sarasota
A pocket of strong storms moved over downtown Sarasota Wednesday afternoon, causing damage to buildings and knocking over large trees. A few hours later, the National Weather Service confirmed an EF1 tornado was present in the area.
A pocket of strong storms moved over downtown Sarasota Wednesday afternoon, causing damage to buildings and knocking over large trees. A few hours later, the National Weather Service confirmed an EF1 tornado was present in the area.
Doctors once said Sarasota Cirque du Soleil performer would be 'crippled for the rest of his life'
TTeven Del Monte beat the odds, being one of only 60 artists chosen from a worldwide pool of thousands to perform in the new Disney/Cirque du Soleil show “Drawn to Life,” now at Disney Springs.
TTeven Del Monte beat the odds, being one of only 60 artists chosen from a worldwide pool of thousands to perform in the new Disney/Cirque du Soleil show “Drawn to Life,” now at Disney Springs.
Two 'suspicious' homicides put Sarasota community on edge
Two women turned up dead less than two miles apart and Sarasota police are trying to figure out if the same person is responsible for both.
Two women turned up dead less than two miles apart and Sarasota police are trying to figure out if the same person is responsible for both.
DCF failed to protect Sarasota 6-year-old from her own mother, jury finds
The jury awarded $28 million to the child's grandparents who are now her legal guardians. However, Florida law states the maximum they can receive is $200,000, unless the Legislature and Governor Ron DeSantis approve more.
The jury awarded $28 million to the child's grandparents who are now her legal guardians. However, Florida law states the maximum they can receive is $200,000, unless the Legislature and Governor Ron DeSantis approve more.
Experience the magic of Van Gogh from inside his artwork at Sarasota exhibit
Merging projection technology with fine artwork might seem risky, but the Paquin Entertainment Group collaboration with Normal Studio created an amazing way to experience the Impressionist Vincent Can Gogh as no one has before.
Merging projection technology with fine artwork might seem risky, but the Paquin Entertainment Group collaboration with Normal Studio created an amazing way to experience the Impressionist Vincent Can Gogh as no one has before.
Sarasota police conducting death investigation
The Sarasota Police Department is investigating after the body of an adult was found near the shore of Whitaker Bayou by two people Thursday afternoon.
The Sarasota Police Department is investigating after the body of an adult was found near the shore of Whitaker Bayou by two people Thursday afternoon.
Fire risk high in Bay Area as wildfires burn around Florida
Bay Area officials are warning residents to be careful with fire as dry weather continues and wildfires burn in other parts of the state.
Bay Area officials are warning residents to be careful with fire as dry weather continues and wildfires burn in other parts of the state.
Anonymous donor leaves baseballs, note outside Sarasota youth baseball complex in honor of late father
An anonymous donor left behind some well-loved baseballs at a Sarasota youth baseball field in honor of his late father. "Whoever takes these, please have fun," the note said. "I miss my dad and wish I could play catch with him one more time."
An anonymous donor left behind some well-loved baseballs at a Sarasota youth baseball field in honor of his late father. "Whoever takes these, please have fun," the note said. "I miss my dad and wish I could play catch with him one more time."
Sarasota deli owner begs Russians to be stronger than Putin as she plans benefit for Ukrainian kids
The Kiev Deli in Sarasota is planning a benefit for Ukrainian children hurt or displaced in the war on Saturday, March 12.
The Kiev Deli in Sarasota is planning a benefit for Ukrainian children hurt or displaced in the war on Saturday, March 12.
Newtown's history told through comfort food served up at Miss Susie's
Miss Susie’s Newtown Kitchen food truck is well known on the streets of Sarasota, partially because of the food, but also for the career opportunities it provides for young people.
Miss Susie’s Newtown Kitchen food truck is well known on the streets of Sarasota, partially because of the food, but also for the career opportunities it provides for young people.
'You know who I am, right?': Sarasota congressional candidate apologizes after 'belligerent' traffic stop
A Sarasota police officer's body camera recorded as a Republican congressional candidate insulted her and threatened her job during a traffic stop. Martin Hyde now says his actions were "belligerent and rude" and has issued an apology.
A Sarasota police officer's body camera recorded as a Republican congressional candidate insulted her and threatened her job during a traffic stop. Martin Hyde now says his actions were "belligerent and rude" and has issued an apology.
Sarasota community comes together to hold 'Unity Gathering' after anti-Semitic incident
Sunday, Jewish leaders, religious voices, local officials, and people from all walks of life held a “Unity Gathering” after anti-Semitic fliers were left in several neighborhoods.
Sunday, Jewish leaders, religious voices, local officials, and people from all walks of life held a “Unity Gathering” after anti-Semitic fliers were left in several neighborhoods.
Sarasota exhibit combines art and education to inspire kindness
Every year, the not-for-profit Embracing our Differences hosts an international art competition with the theme of enriching lives through diversity and inclusion.
Every year, the not-for-profit Embracing our Differences hosts an international art competition with the theme of enriching lives through diversity and inclusion.