Sarasota County deputies shoot armed man during family disturbance at Desoto Acres home: SCSO
A deputy-involved shooting is under investigation in Desoto Acres after a man pulled a gun from his waistband and was shot by deputies Thursday evening following a reported family disturbance, according to the Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office.
A deputy-involved shooting is under investigation in Desoto Acres after a man pulled a gun from his waistband and was shot by deputies Thursday evening following a reported family disturbance, according to the Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office.
Caribbean king crabs take on Florida coral reef restoration: 'It's been a long time coming'
A small-scale release of hatchery-raised Caribbean king crabs happened on Tuesday at a coral restoration site in the lower Florida Keys.
A small-scale release of hatchery-raised Caribbean king crabs happened on Tuesday at a coral restoration site in the lower Florida Keys.
Ohio man gets 20.5 years in prison for I-75 DUI crash that killed 2 in Sarasota County: FHP
An Ohio man was sentenced to more than 20 years in prison after a deadly DUI crash on Interstate 75 that killed two people last December in Sarasota County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
An Ohio man was sentenced to more than 20 years in prison after a deadly DUI crash on Interstate 75 that killed two people last December in Sarasota County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
North Port’s Price Boulevard expansion aims to boost traffic capacity, hurricane resilience
For neighbors living along Price Boulevard, construction has become a familiar sight. It is a project that is more than a decade in the making, but for the city of North Port, it represents a vital step in the city's future.
For neighbors living along Price Boulevard, construction has become a familiar sight. It is a project that is more than a decade in the making, but for the city of North Port, it represents a vital step in the city's future.
Sarasota County business raided, 2 arrested after 66 slot machines seized in illegal gambling operation: SCSO
The Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office and Florida Gaming Control Commission cracked down on an illegal gambling operation last week, arresting two people and seizing 66 slot machines from a local business, according to SCSO.
The Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office and Florida Gaming Control Commission cracked down on an illegal gambling operation last week, arresting two people and seizing 66 slot machines from a local business, according to SCSO.
Sarasota youth shelter project raises nearly $10M to help homeless children
What started as a vision is rapidly becoming a reality on Sawyer Road. Safe Children Coalition has officially surpassed its $9.5 million fundraising goal, for a state-of-the-art facility designed to help Sarasota’s most vulnerable youth.
What started as a vision is rapidly becoming a reality on Sawyer Road. Safe Children Coalition has officially surpassed its $9.5 million fundraising goal, for a state-of-the-art facility designed to help Sarasota’s most vulnerable youth.
North Port High School chorus teacher arrested, accused of sexual activity with minor
He was put into a position of trust and led North Port High School's chorus.
He was put into a position of trust and led North Port High School's chorus.
Second person arrested on murder charge in 2024 Sarasota shooting: Police
A second person was arrested in connection with a 2024 shooting that left a man dead in a Sarasota neighborhood, according to the Sarasota Police Department.
A second person was arrested in connection with a 2024 shooting that left a man dead in a Sarasota neighborhood, according to the Sarasota Police Department.
Sarasota police crack down on illegal jet ski rentals after deadly crash
Spring break remains in full swing across Florida, bringing large crowds to beaches and heavy boat traffic to Sarasota area waters, and Sarasota Police say they are stepping up their enforcement against unlicensed jet ski rental companies.
Spring break remains in full swing across Florida, bringing large crowds to beaches and heavy boat traffic to Sarasota area waters, and Sarasota Police say they are stepping up their enforcement against unlicensed jet ski rental companies.
North Port High School teacher arrested, accused of illegal sexual activity with minor: Police
A teacher at North Port High School has been arrested Thursday after police say he engaged in illegal sexual activity with a minor on multiple occasions.
A teacher at North Port High School has been arrested Thursday after police say he engaged in illegal sexual activity with a minor on multiple occasions.
Nokomis man accused of chasing people with machete near Blind Pass Beach: SCSO
A Nokomis man is facing several charges after deputies say he chased several people and threatened them with a machete Tuesday night near the parking lot of Blind Pass Beach.
A Nokomis man is facing several charges after deputies say he chased several people and threatened them with a machete Tuesday night near the parking lot of Blind Pass Beach.
A lemonade stand gets a helping hand from the North Port police
When North Port Police got a call from someone complaining about the neighborhood kids, they went to check it out.
When North Port Police got a call from someone complaining about the neighborhood kids, they went to check it out.
Sarasota's 'Rooted in Community' exhibition highlights artwork from 2 historically Black neighborhoods
"Rooted in Community" shines light on the artistic contributions from artists tied to the Newtown area, a historically Black neighborhood that was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2024.
"Rooted in Community" shines light on the artistic contributions from artists tied to the Newtown area, a historically Black neighborhood that was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2024.
Lakeland, Sarasota, and Tampa rank in Top 30 'U.S. Allergy Capitals'
Three Tampa Bay cities were just named in the nation’s top Allergy Capitals for 2026 by the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA).
Three Tampa Bay cities were just named in the nation’s top Allergy Capitals for 2026 by the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA).
Man hit, killed in Sarasota while pushing bicycle across street: FHP
A man in Sarasota was hit and killed on Sunday night while trying to cross the street, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
A man in Sarasota was hit and killed on Sunday night while trying to cross the street, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Florida fishing guide balances life on the water with fine art at Ringling College exhibit
After living in two separate worlds – fishing rods and art – Tom Stephens decided to combine his two passions to create custom fishing rods, which will be on display in Sarasota.
After living in two separate worlds – fishing rods and art – Tom Stephens decided to combine his two passions to create custom fishing rods, which will be on display in Sarasota.
Margie's Market brings nutritious food options to Sarasota's Newtown
Margie's Market is now open in Sarasota's Newtown community. At first glance, it looks just like a grocery store, but it's actually operated by All Faith's Food Bank.
Margie's Market is now open in Sarasota's Newtown community. At first glance, it looks just like a grocery store, but it's actually operated by All Faith's Food Bank.
Florida launches investigation into Discord app claiming its where predators contact kids: ‘This has to stop'
Social media application Discord is under investigation after Florida’s Attorney General James Uthmeier stated it’s a place where predators feel comfortable meeting children.
Social media application Discord is under investigation after Florida’s Attorney General James Uthmeier stated it’s a place where predators feel comfortable meeting children.
Artist that struggled with bipolar disorder inspires exhibit to benefit National Alliance of Mental Illness
The National Alliance on Mental Illness highlights mental health struggles through 40 self-portraits at the Sarasota Art Museum.
The National Alliance on Mental Illness highlights mental health struggles through 40 self-portraits at the Sarasota Art Museum.
Man convicted in 2008 Denise Amber Lee murder is executed
Nearly 20 years after Denise Amber Lee’s murder, Florida is set to execute her killer, Michael King.
Nearly 20 years after Denise Amber Lee’s murder, Florida is set to execute her killer, Michael King.