Sarasota school bus crash under investigation: SCSO

Two drivers were injured Friday morning in a multi-vehicle crash involving a Sarasota school bus.

'A huge advantage to us:' Sarasota County Fire Department to carry whole blood

When emergency crews arrive to a traumatic scene, time is ticking. And for those who are losing blood, every second counts. That's why the Sarasota County Fire Department will soon be carrying whole blood.

Volunteers help bring new Ringling Legacy Tours to life

A group of volunteer guides take a lot of pride in making the new and upcoming Ringling Legacy Tours come to life.

Sarasota shooting injures 1 person, SPD investigating

The Sarasota police says they are investigating a shooting that injured one person around 7 p.m. on Saturday.

Sarasota Powerboat Grand Prix not returning to Lido Beach in 2025

The Sarasota Powerboat Grand Prix will not return to Lido Beach in 2025 for its 41st year. The event, known as "The Indy 500 of Powerboat Racing," began in 1986 and is known as a fan favorite, attracting thousands of people from around the globe.

Israeli man to be released by Hamas as his family in Sarasota waits with mixed emotions

Sagui Dekel-Chen has been in captivity since Hamas took him hostage as part of their October 7, 2023, terrorist attack on Israel. That is expected to end soon, however. 

Tampa woman found guilty of manslaughter after 2022 shooting in Sarasota: SCSO

A Sarasota County jury has found a 19-year-old woman guilty of manslaughter after a shooting that killed a teen and injured two other juveniles in February 2022.

3 alligators found dead at Myakka River State Park

Florida state officials are looking into the deaths of at least three alligators at Myakka River State Park.

Woman dies after car goes into Intracoastal Waterway at Circus Bridge: VPD

A 65-year-old woman is dead after her car went into the Intracoastal Waterway at the Circus Bridge on Saturday, according to the Venice Police Department.

Multi-county fraud investigation ends in arrest: HCSO and SCSO

A suspect in possession of hundreds of stolen personal ID documents, credit cards and checks has been arrested after a multi-county investigation.

Sarasota County schools sees historic high school graduation rate

Newly released state graduation rates show huge improvements for Sarasota County Schools. The district saw its biggest success in graduates from the 2023-2024 school year. 

More than 22,000 laptops refurbished by Sarasota non-profit group

The work happening inside the Sarasota Technology Users Group gives a second life to old and outdated laptops and desktop computers. 

Video shows arrest of Bay Area doctor accused of soliciting teen for sexual images in Reddit chat

A doctor faces criminal charges after asking a teen girl for nude images and talking about performing sexual acts on her during an online conversation, the Manatee County Sheriff's Office said Thursday.