Sarasota County burn ban: What residents can do to help prevent major fires in drought conditions
As the weather heats up, the risk for wildfires spreads.
As the weather heats up, the risk for wildfires spreads.
Sarasota Powerboat Grand Prix moving away from July 4, scheduled for September
A popular staple of Sarasota's July 4 celebration won't be held during the holiday weekend this year. Instead, the Sarasota Powerboat Grand Prix will take place in September.
A popular staple of Sarasota's July 4 celebration won't be held during the holiday weekend this year. Instead, the Sarasota Powerboat Grand Prix will take place in September.
Burn ban in Sarasota County due to drought conditions
According to officials, all outdoor burning is prohibited unless a permit has been issued and is applicable for unincorporated areas of Sarasota County and the City of Sarasota.
According to officials, all outdoor burning is prohibited unless a permit has been issued and is applicable for unincorporated areas of Sarasota County and the City of Sarasota.
Sarasota man hit by 2 vehicles during deadly crash: FHP
A 40-year-old Sarasota man died at the scene of a crash on Saturday night, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
A 40-year-old Sarasota man died at the scene of a crash on Saturday night, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Gator on a coffee run? Reptile wrangled in drive-thru at North Port Starbucks
An alligator's surprise Starbucks run -- more like a crawl -- came to a sudden end as first responders in North Port captured the gator in the drive-thru and safely relocated the reptile.
An alligator's surprise Starbucks run -- more like a crawl -- came to a sudden end as first responders in North Port captured the gator in the drive-thru and safely relocated the reptile.
Preparing for mosquito season begins now
Collecting, testing and preparing for peak mosquito season has started at Sarasota County Mosquito Management.
Collecting, testing and preparing for peak mosquito season has started at Sarasota County Mosquito Management.
First local sea turtle nest of the season marked on Venice Beach
Sea turtle nesting season has once again begun early in the Tampa Bay region. The first local sea turtle nest was spotted on Venice Beach on Sunday.
Sea turtle nesting season has once again begun early in the Tampa Bay region. The first local sea turtle nest was spotted on Venice Beach on Sunday.
1 injured after shooting in Sarasota, police investigating
One person was injured after a shooting in Sarasota on Monday night, according to officials.
One person was injured after a shooting in Sarasota on Monday night, according to officials.
Proposed workforce housing for Sarasota County Sheriff's Office employees
At the Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office, Sheriff Kurt Hoffman ran into a problem he needed help with.
At the Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office, Sheriff Kurt Hoffman ran into a problem he needed help with.
Florida priest accused of sexual abuse faces charges in Iowa: ‘He was supposed to be a man of God’
A Florida priest who has been charged with sexually abusing four former altar boys in Iowa in the 1980s is facing similar accusations by a student who used to attend a Port Charlotte Catholic School.
A Florida priest who has been charged with sexually abusing four former altar boys in Iowa in the 1980s is facing similar accusations by a student who used to attend a Port Charlotte Catholic School.
24 artificial reefs deployed to help health of Sarasota Bay
More than 20 artificial reefs have been deployed in Sarasota Bay. The hope is for them to flourish and create a new habitat for commercial and recreational fish.
More than 20 artificial reefs have been deployed in Sarasota Bay. The hope is for them to flourish and create a new habitat for commercial and recreational fish.
Ringling Museum of Art restores unique early 18th century painting
In gallery 12 at The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art, a piece called "Watermelon Regatta" catches the attention of museum visitors.
In gallery 12 at The John and Mable Ringling Museum of Art, a piece called "Watermelon Regatta" catches the attention of museum visitors.
Couple signs $1 million gift to help Venice Theatre with Hurricane Ian recovery
A hole remains in the Venice Theatre, but the building stands as a beacon to the community.
A hole remains in the Venice Theatre, but the building stands as a beacon to the community.
Sarasota County eliminates United Way funding due to abortion referrals
Sarasota County commissioners voted Tuesday to cut all ties with the nonprofit organization United Way after their 211 helpline listed Planned Parenthood as a resource.
Sarasota County commissioners voted Tuesday to cut all ties with the nonprofit organization United Way after their 211 helpline listed Planned Parenthood as a resource.
Developer appeals Colson Hotel demolition permit denial
Colson Hotel owner Max Vollmer is appealing a decision by Sarasota officials, denying his request for a permit to demolish the historic building.
Colson Hotel owner Max Vollmer is appealing a decision by Sarasota officials, denying his request for a permit to demolish the historic building.
Out-of-state police officers take advantage of Florida governor's signing bonus
Eight new officers sat ready to be sworn in with the Sarasota Police Department.
Eight new officers sat ready to be sworn in with the Sarasota Police Department.
Man convicted of shooting, killing rising football star Dylan Jenkins at Ackerman Park learns his fate
A little more than two years after standout athlete Dylan Jenkins was murdered at a Sarasota park during a party while he was home on Christmas break, his murderer is headed to prison.
A little more than two years after standout athlete Dylan Jenkins was murdered at a Sarasota park during a party while he was home on Christmas break, his murderer is headed to prison.
Bay Area father raising awareness after daughter diagnosed with rare disease
A Sarasota single dad of twins is hoping to spread awareness about a rare disease his 7-year-old daughter was diagnosed with.
A Sarasota single dad of twins is hoping to spread awareness about a rare disease his 7-year-old daughter was diagnosed with.
Step right up to Ringling Museum's celebration of 50 years of circus magic for World Circus Day
The Greatest Show on Earth Gallery is open at The Ringling Museum.
The Greatest Show on Earth Gallery is open at The Ringling Museum.
'Surprising and not surprising:' Tampa Bay community reacts to Iran's weekend attack on Israel
As people in Israel deal with the aftermath of the attacks by Iran, their loved ones in the U.S. are desperately hoping for any kind of relief for their family members overseas.
As people in Israel deal with the aftermath of the attacks by Iran, their loved ones in the U.S. are desperately hoping for any kind of relief for their family members overseas.