Siesta Key residents speak out against 'mega hotel' during public workshop
Sarasota County residents are speaking out against a proposal to tear down a plaza in the heart of Siesta Key Village, and replace it with an 85-foot hotel, housing approximately 210 rooms.
Sarasota County residents are speaking out against a proposal to tear down a plaza in the heart of Siesta Key Village, and replace it with an 85-foot hotel, housing approximately 210 rooms.
Christian Ziegler investigation: Florida Republicans to vote on removing party chairman accused of rape
The Republican Party of Florida is scheduled to hold a special meeting Monday to vote on removing Chairman Christian Ziegler and select a new leader as police investigate a rape accusation against him, a vote that comes the week before Gov. Ron DeSantis competes in Iowa’s first-in-the-nation presidential caucus.
The Republican Party of Florida is scheduled to hold a special meeting Monday to vote on removing Chairman Christian Ziegler and select a new leader as police investigate a rape accusation against him, a vote that comes the week before Gov. Ron DeSantis competes in Iowa’s first-in-the-nation presidential caucus.
Convicted felon arrested after deputies surveil Sarasota home suspected of selling drugs: SCSO
A 28-year-old man was arrested after officials received information about illegal narcotics being sold from a Sarasota home.
A 28-year-old man was arrested after officials received information about illegal narcotics being sold from a Sarasota home.
'It's a blessing to be here still': North Port man survives hit-and-run crash on side of I-75
A man was struck and injured by a car on I-75 near Sarasota in a hit-and-run crash, and now he and his family are asking for the driver to turn themselves in.
A man was struck and injured by a car on I-75 near Sarasota in a hit-and-run crash, and now he and his family are asking for the driver to turn themselves in.
Tampa Bay area cities among U-Haul's fastest growing in 2023: Report
U-Haul released its 2023 Growth Index, revealing Florida was the second-highest growth state for movers, and several Tampa Bay cities were represented in the top 25 cities.
U-Haul released its 2023 Growth Index, revealing Florida was the second-highest growth state for movers, and several Tampa Bay cities were represented in the top 25 cities.
Christian Ziegler rape investigation: Newly obtained bodycam video from original welfare check
As the criminal investigation into Florida GOP Chair Christian Ziegler continues, FOX 13 is getting a look into the original welfare check on the victim through newly obtained body camera video. That call sparked the beginning of the Sarasota Police Department's investigation into the rape allegations.
As the criminal investigation into Florida GOP Chair Christian Ziegler continues, FOX 13 is getting a look into the original welfare check on the victim through newly obtained body camera video. That call sparked the beginning of the Sarasota Police Department's investigation into the rape allegations.
Christian Ziegler investigation: Florida GOP Chair probe expands to video voyeurism after rape allegation
Authorities with the Sarasota Police Department are expanding their investigation into Florida GOP Chairman Christian Ziegler.
Authorities with the Sarasota Police Department are expanding their investigation into Florida GOP Chairman Christian Ziegler.
Meet the first Bay Area babies born in 2024
New Year's Day was booming with babies as little ones across the Bay Area made their way into the world on the first day of 2024.
New Year's Day was booming with babies as little ones across the Bay Area made their way into the world on the first day of 2024.
Sarasota couple continues fight against Lakewood Ranch expansion: ‘Keep the country, country’
Despite a judge siding in favor of Sarasota County commissioners and their decision to change a 20-year comprehensive plan that would allow thousands of new homes to be built as part of a Lakewood Ranch expansion, a Sarasota couple plans to continue fighting for their way of life.
Despite a judge siding in favor of Sarasota County commissioners and their decision to change a 20-year comprehensive plan that would allow thousands of new homes to be built as part of a Lakewood Ranch expansion, a Sarasota couple plans to continue fighting for their way of life.
Sarasota celebrates New Year's Eve downtown with annual party and pineapple drop
Preparations for New Year’s Eve celebrations at Five Points Park in downtown are just about ready.
Preparations for New Year’s Eve celebrations at Five Points Park in downtown are just about ready.
Sarasota daredevil brings mom out of retirement for performance for 71st birthday
With Delilah’s 71st birthday and Christmas just weeks apart, Nik asked his mom a question which would be greater than any gift received.
With Delilah’s 71st birthday and Christmas just weeks apart, Nik asked his mom a question which would be greater than any gift received.
Sarasota woman loses control, thrown off of ATV in fatal crash: FHP
A 20-year-old Sarasota woman died early Sunday morning after being thrown of an ATV, according to troopers.
A 20-year-old Sarasota woman died early Sunday morning after being thrown of an ATV, according to troopers.
Video: Suspect in stolen shoes busted stealing porch packages in Sarasota had cocaine in car, police say
A Sarasota woman is accused of stealing nearly $2,000 worth of items from packages left on porches.
A Sarasota woman is accused of stealing nearly $2,000 worth of items from packages left on porches.
'Take Care of Maya' case: Hospital demands new trial citing juror's note with alleged Nazi symbols
Both sides in the ‘Take Care of Maya’ case were back in court on Friday morning.
Both sides in the ‘Take Care of Maya’ case were back in court on Friday morning.
Cardinal Mooney quarterback overcomes adversity for historic state title
Cardinal Mooney High School quarterback Michael Valentino won on the biggest stage, taking home a state championship last week. But he had to overcome some adversity to get there.
Cardinal Mooney High School quarterback Michael Valentino won on the biggest stage, taking home a state championship last week. But he had to overcome some adversity to get there.
Revamped Bob Jones Golf Club and Nature Park to help keep Sarasota waters cleaner
The Bobby Jones Golf Club and Nature Park is made up of 300 acres in the middle of Sarasota, and the grand opening on Friday will welcome golfers and nature lovers alike.
The Bobby Jones Golf Club and Nature Park is made up of 300 acres in the middle of Sarasota, and the grand opening on Friday will welcome golfers and nature lovers alike.
The Ringling Art Library is one of the largest research libraries dedicated to art
The Ringling Art Library, a cultural gem nestled within the historic Ringling campus in Sarasota has been an intellectual cornerstone since its establishment in 1946.
The Ringling Art Library, a cultural gem nestled within the historic Ringling campus in Sarasota has been an intellectual cornerstone since its establishment in 1946.
Sarasota County School Board votes to recommend Bridget Ziegler's resignation
The Sarasota County School Board voted 4-1 to pass a resolution requesting the resignation of Bridget Ziegler. The only dissenting vote was Ziegler.
The Sarasota County School Board voted 4-1 to pass a resolution requesting the resignation of Bridget Ziegler. The only dissenting vote was Ziegler.
Sarasota BMX track celebrates 50th anniversary
Sarasota BMX is celebrating 50 years of thrills and milestones.
Sarasota BMX is celebrating 50 years of thrills and milestones.
Calls for Bridget Ziegler to resign from Sarasota school board amidst Christian Ziegler investigation
The chairman for the Republican Party of Sarasota County has joined the list of those now calling for Florida's GOP Chair Christian Ziegler to step down. It comes after news surfaced of a criminal investigation against Ziegler after a woman accused him of rape.
The chairman for the Republican Party of Sarasota County has joined the list of those now calling for Florida's GOP Chair Christian Ziegler to step down. It comes after news surfaced of a criminal investigation against Ziegler after a woman accused him of rape.



















