Sarasota coding school gives kids early tech skills
An after-school program in Sarasota is giving kids an edge for the future by teaching them new languages -- computer code.
An after-school program in Sarasota is giving kids an edge for the future by teaching them new languages -- computer code.
Sarasota’s first female SWAT officer prepares every day for the unknown
Before Sarasota SWAT's first female became an officer, she had a career in social work and helped people through traumatic events, but she wanted to do more.
Before Sarasota SWAT's first female became an officer, she had a career in social work and helped people through traumatic events, but she wanted to do more.
Summer Circus Spectacular at Sarasota's Asolo Theater is fun for the entire family
The Circus Arts Conservatory and The Ringling have come together to create the Summer Circus Spectacular at the historic Asolo Theater in Sarasota.
The Circus Arts Conservatory and The Ringling have come together to create the Summer Circus Spectacular at the historic Asolo Theater in Sarasota.
Bay Area hospitals restrict visitors as Florida breaks records for COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations
Sarasota Memorial Hospital and AdventHealth hospitals in Polk County are among the medical facilities that are shifting to a no-visitor policy -- with some exceptions -- as Florida experiences record-breaking numbers in COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations.
Sarasota Memorial Hospital and AdventHealth hospitals in Polk County are among the medical facilities that are shifting to a no-visitor policy -- with some exceptions -- as Florida experiences record-breaking numbers in COVID-19 cases and hospitalizations.
Maggots fill sand along Lido Beach after red tide fish kill
Hundreds of tons of dead fish – victims of the red tide algae bloom – have been pulled from the coast, but now some beachgoers are finding another unwelcome impact of red tide.
Hundreds of tons of dead fish – victims of the red tide algae bloom – have been pulled from the coast, but now some beachgoers are finding another unwelcome impact of red tide.
More than 1,000 Florida adults being hospitalized daily for COVID-19
At Baycare in Tampa, administrators say the majority of hospitalized patients are unvaccinated and ages 20 to 50. At AdventHealth Tampa, they're seeing patients in their 20s need ventilators.
At Baycare in Tampa, administrators say the majority of hospitalized patients are unvaccinated and ages 20 to 50. At AdventHealth Tampa, they're seeing patients in their 20s need ventilators.
Dogs create problems for birds and water quality along Lido Beach
In an effort to protect visitors and birds, the city of Sarasota is putting up signs reminding pet owners that dogs are not allowed on Lido Beach.
In an effort to protect visitors and birds, the city of Sarasota is putting up signs reminding pet owners that dogs are not allowed on Lido Beach.
Sarasota native takes home silver medal for Team USA at Tokyo Olympics
Sarasota native Emma Weyant is one of six swimmers on Team USA to take home a medal at the Olympics this weekend.
Sarasota native Emma Weyant is one of six swimmers on Team USA to take home a medal at the Olympics this weekend.
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.