Sarasota youth shelter project raises nearly $10M to help homeless children
What started as a vision is rapidly becoming a reality on Sawyer Road. Safe Children Coalition has officially surpassed its $9.5 million fundraising goal, for a state-of-the-art facility designed to help Sarasota’s most vulnerable youth.
What started as a vision is rapidly becoming a reality on Sawyer Road. Safe Children Coalition has officially surpassed its $9.5 million fundraising goal, for a state-of-the-art facility designed to help Sarasota’s most vulnerable youth.
North Port High School chorus teacher arrested, accused of sexual activity with minor
He was put into a position of trust and led North Port High School's chorus.
He was put into a position of trust and led North Port High School's chorus.
Second person arrested on murder charge in 2024 Sarasota shooting: Police
A second person was arrested in connection with a 2024 shooting that left a man dead in a Sarasota neighborhood, according to the Sarasota Police Department.
A second person was arrested in connection with a 2024 shooting that left a man dead in a Sarasota neighborhood, according to the Sarasota Police Department.
Sarasota police crack down on illegal jet ski rentals after deadly crash
Spring break remains in full swing across Florida, bringing large crowds to beaches and heavy boat traffic to Sarasota area waters, and Sarasota Police say they are stepping up their enforcement against unlicensed jet ski rental companies.
Spring break remains in full swing across Florida, bringing large crowds to beaches and heavy boat traffic to Sarasota area waters, and Sarasota Police say they are stepping up their enforcement against unlicensed jet ski rental companies.
North Port High School teacher arrested, accused of illegal sexual activity with minor: Police
A teacher at North Port High School has been arrested Thursday after police say he engaged in illegal sexual activity with a minor on multiple occasions.
A teacher at North Port High School has been arrested Thursday after police say he engaged in illegal sexual activity with a minor on multiple occasions.
Nokomis man accused of chasing people with machete near Blind Pass Beach: SCSO
A Nokomis man is facing several charges after deputies say he chased several people and threatened them with a machete Tuesday night near the parking lot of Blind Pass Beach.
A Nokomis man is facing several charges after deputies say he chased several people and threatened them with a machete Tuesday night near the parking lot of Blind Pass Beach.
A lemonade stand gets a helping hand from the North Port police
When North Port Police got a call from someone complaining about the neighborhood kids, they went to check it out.
When North Port Police got a call from someone complaining about the neighborhood kids, they went to check it out.
Sarasota's 'Rooted in Community' exhibition highlights artwork from 2 historically Black neighborhoods
"Rooted in Community" shines light on the artistic contributions from artists tied to the Newtown area, a historically Black neighborhood that was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2024.
"Rooted in Community" shines light on the artistic contributions from artists tied to the Newtown area, a historically Black neighborhood that was added to the National Register of Historic Places in 2024.
Lakeland, Sarasota, and Tampa rank in Top 30 'U.S. Allergy Capitals'
Three Tampa Bay cities were just named in the nation’s top Allergy Capitals for 2026 by the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA).
Three Tampa Bay cities were just named in the nation’s top Allergy Capitals for 2026 by the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA).
Man hit, killed in Sarasota while pushing bicycle across street: FHP
A man in Sarasota was hit and killed on Sunday night while trying to cross the street, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
A man in Sarasota was hit and killed on Sunday night while trying to cross the street, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Florida fishing guide balances life on the water with fine art at Ringling College exhibit
After living in two separate worlds – fishing rods and art – Tom Stephens decided to combine his two passions to create custom fishing rods, which will be on display in Sarasota.
After living in two separate worlds – fishing rods and art – Tom Stephens decided to combine his two passions to create custom fishing rods, which will be on display in Sarasota.
Margie's Market brings nutritious food options to Sarasota's Newtown
Margie's Market is now open in Sarasota's Newtown community. At first glance, it looks just like a grocery store, but it's actually operated by All Faith's Food Bank.
Margie's Market is now open in Sarasota's Newtown community. At first glance, it looks just like a grocery store, but it's actually operated by All Faith's Food Bank.
Florida launches investigation into Discord app claiming its where predators contact kids: ‘This has to stop'
Social media application Discord is under investigation after Florida’s Attorney General James Uthmeier stated it’s a place where predators feel comfortable meeting children.
Social media application Discord is under investigation after Florida’s Attorney General James Uthmeier stated it’s a place where predators feel comfortable meeting children.
Artist that struggled with bipolar disorder inspires exhibit to benefit National Alliance of Mental Illness
The National Alliance on Mental Illness highlights mental health struggles through 40 self-portraits at the Sarasota Art Museum.
The National Alliance on Mental Illness highlights mental health struggles through 40 self-portraits at the Sarasota Art Museum.
Man convicted in 2008 Denise Amber Lee murder is executed
Nearly 20 years after Denise Amber Lee’s murder, Florida is set to execute her killer, Michael King.
Nearly 20 years after Denise Amber Lee’s murder, Florida is set to execute her killer, Michael King.
Florida to execute convicted killer for 2008 murder of North Port mother
Nearly 20 years after a young mother of two was abducted from her home, the man convicted of her murder is scheduled to be put to death Tuesday.
Nearly 20 years after a young mother of two was abducted from her home, the man convicted of her murder is scheduled to be put to death Tuesday.
Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee increasing security after Michigan synagogue attack: 'No other choice'
Federal investigators said the attack on a Michigan synagogue on Thursday was a "targeted act of violence against the Jewish community."
Federal investigators said the attack on a Michigan synagogue on Thursday was a "targeted act of violence against the Jewish community."
Arrest made nearly a year after deadly shooting along Tamiami Trail: SCSO
An arrest has been made nearly a year after a man was shot and killed along a busy stretch of road in Venice, according to the sheriff’s office.
An arrest has been made nearly a year after a man was shot and killed along a busy stretch of road in Venice, according to the sheriff’s office.
Charges filed in Lido Key jet ski crash that killed rising Baltimore Orioles prospect: FWC
Eight months after a tragic jet ski collision claimed the life of a Baltimore Orioles Minor League player, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) has filed criminal charges against the man who rented out the jet ski and one of the riders.
Eight months after a tragic jet ski collision claimed the life of a Baltimore Orioles Minor League player, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) has filed criminal charges against the man who rented out the jet ski and one of the riders.
Sarasota's Leonard Reid House celebrates 100 years as community beacon for African American history
A group of children and parrots fluttered about the Leonard Reid house on Thursday in Sarasota. The parrots helped bring history back to life for the next generation.
A group of children and parrots fluttered about the Leonard Reid house on Thursday in Sarasota. The parrots helped bring history back to life for the next generation.