'Pretend you are invisible': After 10 deadly motorcycle crashes, Sarasota bike shop has advice for riders

Ten motorcyclists have died in the last three weeks on Sarasota and Manatee County roadways. The increase in fatal crashes involving bikes is prompting the Florida Highway Patrol to urge drivers to slow down and look out.

Teens wearing ski masks crash stolen vehicle into Sarasota home, police say

Two teens have been arrested, and residents of a home at the corner of Hacienda Street and Beneva Road in Sarasota have a mess to clean up after a Kia Sol crashed into their home Tuesday afternoon.

FHP: 1 teen killed, 1 teen injured after SUV crashes into tree in Sarasota

Law enforcement officers are investigating a fatal crash that claimed the life of an 18-year-old girl and seriously injured a 16-year-old girl early Tuesday morning in Sarasota. 

Warm Mineral Springs Park may be rezoned to pave way for condos

Florida's only hot spring could undergo a dramatic transformation under a rezoning proposal to be reviewed by city council members in North Port on Monday. 

Sarasota to host art and culture block party for April’s Fresh Fridays

Every first Friday of the month, downtown Sarasota transforms into an outdoor party showcasing the city’s culture and local businesses. 

4 dead in Venice plane crash, police say

Police in Venice are investigating a fatal plane crash that claimed the lives of four people. 

Florida attorney general warns about possible flesh-eating ‘zombie’ drug

Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody will be in Sarasota Wednesday morning warning Floridians and tourists about a potentially lethal drug combination. 

Run for Turtles returns to Siesta Key beach

On Saturday, the Mote Marine Laboratory’s Annual Run for the Turtles returned to Siesta Key Beach for the 34th time. 

Sarasota Police Department searching for Guinea Pig thief

On Saturday, a man was caught on camera stealing a Guinea Pig from a pet store in the 3800 block of South Tamiami Trail in Sarasota. 

Jay Leno keep laughs coming at 72 with decades long entertainment career

For more than 50 years, Jay Leno has been entertaining audiences and bringing laughter when needed. He's never retired and still performs regularly.