1 dead, another injured in shooting at Lakewood Ranch apartment complex: SCSO
Detectives with the Sarasota County Sheriff's Office are investigating a shooting that left one dead and another hurt at an apartment complex in Lakewood Ranch.
Detectives with the Sarasota County Sheriff's Office are investigating a shooting that left one dead and another hurt at an apartment complex in Lakewood Ranch.
Juveniles among 3 arrested in Sarasota armed gas station robbery: Police
Three people, including two juveniles, were arrested in connection with an armed robbery at a Sarasota gas station late Wednesday night, according to the Sarasota Police Department.
Three people, including two juveniles, were arrested in connection with an armed robbery at a Sarasota gas station late Wednesday night, according to the Sarasota Police Department.
Venice man accused of chloroforming, killing missing woman told nurse he killed 4: Affidavit
A Venice man has been charged with second-degree murder in connection with a Bradenton woman who vanished in 2024 and is believed to be dead.
A Venice man has been charged with second-degree murder in connection with a Bradenton woman who vanished in 2024 and is believed to be dead.
Robotic pets show positive outcomes in new dementia care clinical study through Sarasota Memorial Hospital
A clinical trial involving robotic pets and elderly adults hospitalized with dementia showed far-reaching impacts.
A clinical trial involving robotic pets and elderly adults hospitalized with dementia showed far-reaching impacts.
Denise Amber Lee’s husband continues legacy with convicted killer’s death set for next month
A stranger abducted Denise Amber Lee from her North Port home and murdered the young mother of two 18 years ago. Her death exposed tragic cracks in the 911 system and sparked her husband's life-long mission to make sure no other family suffered the same fate.
A stranger abducted Denise Amber Lee from her North Port home and murdered the young mother of two 18 years ago. Her death exposed tragic cracks in the 911 system and sparked her husband's life-long mission to make sure no other family suffered the same fate.
Sarasota man killed on I-75 after stepping in front of semi-truck: FHP
A 64-year-old Sarasota man is dead after stepping into the path of a semi-truck on Interstate 75 Wednesday morning, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
A 64-year-old Sarasota man is dead after stepping into the path of a semi-truck on Interstate 75 Wednesday morning, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Sarasota crash: 1 dead after car hits tree, catches fire: FHP
Florida Highway Patrol is investigating a deadly crash that shut down a major roadway in Sarasota early on Wednesday morning.
Florida Highway Patrol is investigating a deadly crash that shut down a major roadway in Sarasota early on Wednesday morning.
Oct. 7 survivors to share story of Hamas captivity, humanitarian mission at Sarasota event
Two former Israeli hostages are visiting Sarasota with a message about the need for human rights around the world.
Two former Israeli hostages are visiting Sarasota with a message about the need for human rights around the world.
E-bikes, e-motorcycles, dirt bikes pushing limits on Legacy Trail in Sarasota County — What deputies are doing
E-bikes, e-motorcycles and dirt bikes have been seen pushing the limits on the Legacy Trail and other areas of Sarasota County.
E-bikes, e-motorcycles and dirt bikes have been seen pushing the limits on the Legacy Trail and other areas of Sarasota County.
Sarasota man arrested for 1999 killing of aspiring rapper: ‘Time will eventually catch up to you’
Investigators in Sarasota say they now know who killed an aspiring rapper in 1999 whose body was found less than a mile from his burned-out vehicle.
Investigators in Sarasota say they now know who killed an aspiring rapper in 1999 whose body was found less than a mile from his burned-out vehicle.
Sarasota's Marie Selby Gardens pairs artwork with nature in latest exhibit
The Marie Selby Botanical Gardens features 45-acres of bayfront gardens and natural space full of ornamental flora at their Spanish Point Campus. They also have a 15-acre site in the downtown Sarasota area to bring some of that beauty into the city.
The Marie Selby Botanical Gardens features 45-acres of bayfront gardens and natural space full of ornamental flora at their Spanish Point Campus. They also have a 15-acre site in the downtown Sarasota area to bring some of that beauty into the city.
Sarasota Paradise kicks off preseason ahead of inaugural season
Sarasota Paradise started as a vision in 2022. Now they're the first professional soccer team in Sarasota and Lakewood Ranch.
Sarasota Paradise started as a vision in 2022. Now they're the first professional soccer team in Sarasota and Lakewood Ranch.
Mix of art and science matches Dogs Inc. guide dogs with their owners
Like pairing Valentine's Day partners, a lot goes into matching guide dogs with potential owners.
Like pairing Valentine's Day partners, a lot goes into matching guide dogs with potential owners.
Accused killer sent suicidal texts during Sarasota shooting, arsenal of weapons recovered at scene: SCSO
The Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office released new information in the tragic shooting that left four people dead inside a home in a Sarasota neighborhood on Tuesday.
The Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office released new information in the tragic shooting that left four people dead inside a home in a Sarasota neighborhood on Tuesday.
Sarasota families and friends remember victims in cross-state killing spree
As the Sarasota County Sheriff's Office continues to identify a motive for the deadly shooting spree that stretched from Fort Lauderdale to Sarasota, friends and family are remembering their loved ones.
As the Sarasota County Sheriff's Office continues to identify a motive for the deadly shooting spree that stretched from Fort Lauderdale to Sarasota, friends and family are remembering their loved ones.
Agape Flights pilots killed in Haiti plane crash identified: ‘Our hearts are heavy’
The pilots killed in the Agape plane crash in Haiti have been identified by the organization.
The pilots killed in the Agape plane crash in Haiti have been identified by the organization.
Man accused of Sarasota quadruple murder killed 2 in Fort Lauderdale before taking his own life: SCSO
A man who investigators say killed four people in Sarasota is also linked to a double homicide in Fort Lauderdale, according to the Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office.
A man who investigators say killed four people in Sarasota is also linked to a double homicide in Fort Lauderdale, according to the Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office.
Sarasota County charter boat captains protest program requiring permits to pick up customers at county parks
Dozens of charter boat captains gathered at Nora Patterson Bay Island Park Wednesday to protest new county regulations that will soon require them to pay for limited permits to operate at public docks and boat ramps.
Dozens of charter boat captains gathered at Nora Patterson Bay Island Park Wednesday to protest new county regulations that will soon require them to pay for limited permits to operate at public docks and boat ramps.
Bad Bunny taps Sarasota Orchestra music director to lead orchestra during Super Bowl halftime show
When Giancarlo Guerrero, the Music Director of the Sarasota Orchestra, received an "unusual request" from his manager on a quiet Saturday in Miami, he had no idea he was about to become a part of music history.
When Giancarlo Guerrero, the Music Director of the Sarasota Orchestra, received an "unusual request" from his manager on a quiet Saturday in Miami, he had no idea he was about to become a part of music history.
Multiple shooting victims found dead at Sarasota home: Officials
Sarasota County Sheriff’s deputies have been in and out of the home for well over nine hours following a deadly shooting inside the Amberlea gated community on Tuesday.
Sarasota County Sheriff’s deputies have been in and out of the home for well over nine hours following a deadly shooting inside the Amberlea gated community on Tuesday.



















