Sarasota man facing child sexual battery charges, detectives believe there may be more victims
John M. Smith, 47, of Sarasota, has been arrested and is facing charges of sexual battery on a victim under 12 by an offender over 18, according to the Sarasota Police Department.
John M. Smith, 47, of Sarasota, has been arrested and is facing charges of sexual battery on a victim under 12 by an offender over 18, according to the Sarasota Police Department.
Lifeguard competition returns to Siesta Key
Nearly 200 of Florida’s top lifeguards are competing this week for a chance to show off their skills on a national stage.
Nearly 200 of Florida’s top lifeguards are competing this week for a chance to show off their skills on a national stage.
Sarasota doctor warns, 'the light at the end of the tunnel is becoming a very dim light'
There are many reasons why people may choose not to be vaccinated. But it's a choice that has consequences, according to doctors at Sarasota Memorial Hospital, which like other hospitals, is left to bear the brunt of that decision.
There are many reasons why people may choose not to be vaccinated. But it's a choice that has consequences, according to doctors at Sarasota Memorial Hospital, which like other hospitals, is left to bear the brunt of that decision.
Rep. Vern Buchanan quarantining after COVID-19 diagnosis
Congressman Vern Buchanan is taking some time off after being diagnosed with COVID-19, a spokesperson said Monday.
Congressman Vern Buchanan is taking some time off after being diagnosed with COVID-19, a spokesperson said Monday.
Distracted driver hit, killed 4 men changing tire on I-75 in Sarasota, troopers say
It was dark on Interstate 75 through Sarasota Thursday night, but a group of men driving a truck with a trailer had to pull over and change a flat tire. But Florida Highway Patrol troopers said when another driver took their eyes off the road, a tragedy unfolded.
It was dark on Interstate 75 through Sarasota Thursday night, but a group of men driving a truck with a trailer had to pull over and change a flat tire. But Florida Highway Patrol troopers said when another driver took their eyes off the road, a tragedy unfolded.
Family warns beachgoers one year after son was struck by lightning
When thunder roars, go indoors. One mom is reminding beachgoers of lightning dangers one year after her son was struck by a bolt on Siesta Key Beach and miraculously survived.
When thunder roars, go indoors. One mom is reminding beachgoers of lightning dangers one year after her son was struck by a bolt on Siesta Key Beach and miraculously survived.
Fatal crash blocks southbound I-75 in Sarasota
A crash involving “multiple” deaths closed the southbound lanes of Interstate 75 in Sarasota County Thursday night. according to the Sarasota County Sheriff's Office.
A crash involving “multiple” deaths closed the southbound lanes of Interstate 75 in Sarasota County Thursday night. according to the Sarasota County Sheriff's Office.
Two families move into new homes, thanks to former Buc Warrick Dunn
Habitat for Humanity Sarasota, former Buccaneer Warrick Dunn, and Aarons helped two families move into new homes.
Habitat for Humanity Sarasota, former Buccaneer Warrick Dunn, and Aarons helped two families move into new homes.
Sarasota standoff ends after barricaded man found dead
Officers with the Sarasota Police Department say a standoff with an armed man has ended after the suspect was found dead.
Officers with the Sarasota Police Department say a standoff with an armed man has ended after the suspect was found dead.
Thousands attend former President Trump's Sarasota rally
Despite heavy downpours earlier in the day, thousands of supporters of former President Donald Trump packed the Sarasota Fair Grounds for what he dubbed the "Save America" rally.
Despite heavy downpours earlier in the day, thousands of supporters of former President Donald Trump packed the Sarasota Fair Grounds for what he dubbed the "Save America" rally.
Supporters gather in Sarasota ahead of former president's Saturday rally
A few dozen supporters were camping out Friday night to make sure to get into the event Saturday.
A few dozen supporters were camping out Friday night to make sure to get into the event Saturday.
2 pickup truck drivers take off after one fires 5 shots at vehicle on I-75 in Sarasota
Troopers said the drivers of a Dodge pickup and a Ford F-150 were involved in an apparent road rage shooting on Interstate 75 in Sarasota Friday.
Troopers said the drivers of a Dodge pickup and a Ford F-150 were involved in an apparent road rage shooting on Interstate 75 in Sarasota Friday.
Agencies pool resources to help homeless veterans
Veterans have made many sacrifices for their fellow citizens. Saturday, some had the chance to give back.
Veterans have made many sacrifices for their fellow citizens. Saturday, some had the chance to give back.
Trump to hold rally in Sarasota July 3
Former President Donald Trump will hold a rally in Sarasota over the July 4th weekend.
Former President Donald Trump will hold a rally in Sarasota over the July 4th weekend.
Ca’ d’Zan restorations should carry historic mansion well into its second century
If John Ringling was the king of Sarasota in the early 20th Century, his home, Ca’ d’Zan, was his crown jewel. As it nears its 100th birthday, the historic mansion has been undergoing a few upgrades.
If John Ringling was the king of Sarasota in the early 20th Century, his home, Ca’ d’Zan, was his crown jewel. As it nears its 100th birthday, the historic mansion has been undergoing a few upgrades.
Sarasota man charged in 2018 deadly shooting
Murder charges have been filed more than three years after an armed robbery turned fatal in Sarasota, police say.
Murder charges have been filed more than three years after an armed robbery turned fatal in Sarasota, police say.
Troopers searching for hit-and-run driver after 1 seriously injured in Sarasota crash
The Florida Highway Patrol is searching for a hit-and-run driver following a crash that seriously injured a 31-year-old woman from Ocala Saturday night.
The Florida Highway Patrol is searching for a hit-and-run driver following a crash that seriously injured a 31-year-old woman from Ocala Saturday night.
Florida car dealership owner leaves huge legacy in Tampa Bay
"It's going to be huuuuuuuuge." Car dealership owner Billy Fuccillo was known across southwest Florida and upstate New York for his advertisements, but that familiar call to come buy a new car was silenced Thursday when he died in Sarasota, at the age of 65.
"It's going to be huuuuuuuuge." Car dealership owner Billy Fuccillo was known across southwest Florida and upstate New York for his advertisements, but that familiar call to come buy a new car was silenced Thursday when he died in Sarasota, at the age of 65.
Sarasota Mayor declares June 12th as 'Pulse Remembrance Day'
Mayor Hagen Brody declared June 12th as “Pulse Remembrance Day” in Sarasota during two ceremonies throughout the day, marking the 5th anniversary of the Pulse Nightclub shooting where 49 innocent lives were lost.
Mayor Hagen Brody declared June 12th as “Pulse Remembrance Day” in Sarasota during two ceremonies throughout the day, marking the 5th anniversary of the Pulse Nightclub shooting where 49 innocent lives were lost.
Sarasota police: Suspect used broken wine glasses to stab 74-year-old man in attempted carjacking
Police say Gavin Pearce grabbed two wine glasses from an outdoor table at a restaurant, broke the glasses on the ground, then jumped into a white Aston Martin convertible, attacking the 74-year-old man in the driver's seat.
Police say Gavin Pearce grabbed two wine glasses from an outdoor table at a restaurant, broke the glasses on the ground, then jumped into a white Aston Martin convertible, attacking the 74-year-old man in the driver's seat.