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.
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.
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.
Two people are hospitalized, including a person of interest, after a stabbing in Sarasota Monday evening, according to deputies.
Bay Area beach towns named among the best in the South by Southern Living
Southern Living’s list of 50 Best Beach Towns in the South is out and two from the Bay Area made the cut.
Southern Living’s list of 50 Best Beach Towns in the South is out and two from the Bay Area made the cut.
Venice officials working seawall, glass barrier in hopes it serves as solution to flooding
The City of Venice is getting a new design of its seawall and glass barrier. It's a fix from Hurricane Idalia in 2023, and the city believes the new seawall and glass barrier will help strengthen their protection against flooding at the intersection of the Esplanade and Tarpon Center Drive.
The City of Venice is getting a new design of its seawall and glass barrier. It's a fix from Hurricane Idalia in 2023, and the city believes the new seawall and glass barrier will help strengthen their protection against flooding at the intersection of the Esplanade and Tarpon Center Drive.
Could USF Sarasota-Manatee merge with New College of Florida? Rumors swirl as group begs for answers
USF Sarasota-Manatee trustees, former board members and supporting organizations are begging for transparency about a rumored merger with New College of Florida. NCF is already in discussions to consolidate Asolo Preparatory and the Ringling Museum.
USF Sarasota-Manatee trustees, former board members and supporting organizations are begging for transparency about a rumored merger with New College of Florida. NCF is already in discussions to consolidate Asolo Preparatory and the Ringling Museum.
Sarasota-based artist making waves with ocean inspired art
A simple gift for a friend has turned into a life-long passion for one Sarasota-based woman after she started a business focused on making waves out of resin.
A simple gift for a friend has turned into a life-long passion for one Sarasota-based woman after she started a business focused on making waves out of resin.
Art Center Sarasota creative hub for community
Through exhibitions, classes and workshops, Art Center Sarasota has provided access to the local community.
Through exhibitions, classes and workshops, Art Center Sarasota has provided access to the local community.
Crews battle semi-truck fire on I-75 in Sarasota County
Crews battled an early morning semi-truck fire on Wednesday along a stretch of I-75 in Sarasota County.
Crews battled an early morning semi-truck fire on Wednesday along a stretch of I-75 in Sarasota County.
Caspersen Beach has long road to recovery after 2024 hurricane season: 'It won't stop me from coming'
Sarasota County is warning that it has a long road to recovery from last year’s hurricane season.
Sarasota County is warning that it has a long road to recovery from last year’s hurricane season.
Travel tips as spring break ramps up
Spring break will bring a 10% uptick in travelers to the Sarasota Bradenton International Airport, according to airport officials.
Spring break will bring a 10% uptick in travelers to the Sarasota Bradenton International Airport, according to airport officials.
Armed robber accused of holding up Sarasota Walgreens to steal prescription pills, cash
A man accused of holding a customer and employees of a Sarasota Walgreens at gunpoint before stealing cash a prescription pills from the pharmacy has been arrested.
A man accused of holding a customer and employees of a Sarasota Walgreens at gunpoint before stealing cash a prescription pills from the pharmacy has been arrested.
Axolotls make their debut at Sarasota Jungle Gardens
Two new underwater creatures have just arrived at Sarasota Jungle Gardens.
Two new underwater creatures have just arrived at Sarasota Jungle Gardens.
Retired Venice High School ROTC instructor arrested, accused of molesting students
A retired ROTC instructor from Venice High School has been arrested after multiple students came forward, saying they had been inappropriately touched.
A retired ROTC instructor from Venice High School has been arrested after multiple students came forward, saying they had been inappropriately touched.
Mote Marine Laboratory's Coral Gene Bank works to preserve coral species
When you step through the doors of Mote Marine Laboratory’s International Coral Gene Bank, you’re a witness to lifesaving underwater work.
When you step through the doors of Mote Marine Laboratory’s International Coral Gene Bank, you’re a witness to lifesaving underwater work.
Construction worker hit by car, seriously injured: VPD
A man is hospitalized with serious injuries after being hit by a car while working traffic flow at a construction site, the Venice Police Department said.
A man is hospitalized with serious injuries after being hit by a car while working traffic flow at a construction site, the Venice Police Department said.
Sarasota illegal gambling bust: 5 arrested, nearly 60 illicit slot machines seized
Five people have been arrested in connection with a nearly year-long investigation into multiple illegal gambling establishments within Sarasota County.
Five people have been arrested in connection with a nearly year-long investigation into multiple illegal gambling establishments within Sarasota County.
Sarasota woman arrested in hit-and-run that killed 2 kids, left mother in coma faces judge
The 72-year-old woman accused in the Sarasota hit-and-run crash that killed two young children and critically injured their mother faced a judge on Tuesday – hours after she was arrested.
The 72-year-old woman accused in the Sarasota hit-and-run crash that killed two young children and critically injured their mother faced a judge on Tuesday – hours after she was arrested.
Traveling shoe exhibit on display in Sarasota. Here's what you'll find
A traveling exhibition at the Sarasota Art Museum, "Future Now: Virtual Sneakers to Cutting-Edge Kicks", looks at the past, present and future of footwear.
A traveling exhibition at the Sarasota Art Museum, "Future Now: Virtual Sneakers to Cutting-Edge Kicks", looks at the past, present and future of footwear.
Woman arrested in Sarasota hit-and-run crash that killed 2 kids, critically injured mother: Police
A woman was arrested on Monday in the Sarasota hit-and-run crash that killed a 2-year-old and 5-month-old and left their mother with critical injuries.
A woman was arrested on Monday in the Sarasota hit-and-run crash that killed a 2-year-old and 5-month-old and left their mother with critical injuries.