Drugs, guns & cash found in string of Sarasota busts leading to 5 arrests
A total of five people face serious charges after Sarasota police say they busted three separate "open-air drug markets" throughout the city.
Heroes’ Village bringing first-of-its-kind veteran housing to Sarasota
It takes a village, and that's exactly what's behind the affordable housing project, Heroes' Village, which is located in Sarasota's Newtown area. The ribbon was cut Wednesday afternoon on the finished project.
Police who boarded unmanned Sarasota boat stress importance of engine cut-off switches
The officers in Sarasota who chased down and boarded an unmanned, out-of-control boat on Monday are using it to show why emergency engine cut-off switches are so important.
Video: Florida officer leaps onto runaway boat after man thrown overboard
A man was thrown from a boat on Monday in Sarasota, causing the boat to go unmanned until an officer jumped onto the runaway vessel and stopped it.
Two people shot at Sarasota home after altercation, 1 dead: SCSO
Two people were shot after an altercation at a Sarasota home early on Saturday morning, according to the Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office.
Hundreds attend town hall on potential New College takeover of Ringling Museum of Art
Hundreds of community members attended the "Citizens to Protect The Ringling" group's town hall to learn more about a proposed transfer of management from Florida State University to New College.
Sarasota doctor arrested for sexual battery, police believe there may be more potential victims
He was supposed to be treating patients for pain and trauma, but the Sarasota Police Department said Dr. Stephen Feig committed sexual battery on a woman who trusted him. The charges date back to 2023, and police believe there are additional victims that have yet to come forward.
Medical director of a Florida holistic medical practice accused of sexual battery: SPD
The Sarasota Police Department announced a doctor was arrested at a mental health and holistic wellness practice on Friday.
Former New College of Florida employee accused of exposing himself to women in Sarasota mall dressing rooms
A now-former New College of Florida employee was arrested for exposing himself multiple times in Manatee and Sarasota counties, according to arrest records.
Laurel Meadows residents voice concerns over conditions left from Debby
Eight months ago, Hurricanes Helene and Milton and Tropical Storm Debby dumped more than a foot of rain in Sarasota County.
Dr. Anthony Fauci draws large crowd of supporters and protestors in Sarasota
Some celebrate Dr. Anthony Fauci; others question him. None dispute that he played a significant role in the nation’s response to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Mother dies 2 months after Sarasota hit-and-run that killed her 2 kids
The Sarasota mother critically injured in a hit-and-run that killed her two young children in February has died, family and friends confirmed to FOX 13 on Friday.
Sarasota parks continue recovery six months after Hurricanes Helene, Milton
Hurricanes Helene and Milton brought damage to every single park and recreation facility in the City of Sarasota. While many locations have reopened, there are a few that will take time to recover.
Grassroots movement to stop New College’s takeover of Ringling Museum gains strength
A grassroots effort is working to stop the transfer of the management of the Ringling Museum in Sarasota from FSU to New College of Florida.
Sarasota summer circus camp for kids now open for registration
Registration for the Sailor Circus' Circus Arts Conservatory is now open for summer.
Sarasota art student helps crack cold case after workshop with forensic artist
Skilled artists at Ringling College of Art and Design are using their skills to help law enforcement officers from across the country working to solve cold cases. It's the second year a world-renowned forensic artist has worked with the college in a week-long workshop.
Missing Sarasota teen found safe
The Sarasota Police Department says a missing 13-year-old has been found safe.
Person drowns at Lido Beach after medical emergency: SPD
One person drowned after suffering a medical emergency while swimming at Lido Beach, according to the Sarasota Police Department.
Gov. DeSantis stands firm on immigration policy at Sarasota roundtable
Gov. Ron DeSantis hosted a roundtable with current and former federal immigration officials at the New College of Florida in Sarasota on Thursday.
Sarasota stabbing leaves victim, person of interest hospitalized: Deputies
Two people are hospitalized, including a person of interest, after a stabbing in Sarasota Monday evening, according to deputies.