Big Olaf Creamery agrees to recall ice cream after listeria outbreak, Florida health officials say

The Florida Department of Health said Friday afternoon that Big Olaf Creamery agreed to a recall of its ice cream. This comes after the Florida Department of Health and CDC linked the Sarasota-based ice cream maker to a deadly listeria outbreak. 

Listeria Outbreak: Woman who miscarried files lawsuit against Big Olaf Creamery

A second lawsuit has been filed against the Sarasota-based ice cream company linked to a listeria outbreak. A pregnant Massachusetts woman says she nearly died and suffered a miscarriage after getting the illness. 

Listeria outbreak: Family of Illinois woman who died sues Sarasota ice cream maker

The CDC now says ice cream served at Big Olaf's Creamery in Sarasota has been linked to 23 illnesses and one death. The family of the woman who died is now suing the company, according to a wrongful death lawsuit filed in federal court Tuesday.

Fireworks likely sparked two house fires in Tampa Bay area

Two homes in the Tampa Bay area suffered heavy damage after fires broke out on the Fourth of July, and firefighters say fireworks are likely to blame.

CDC links Sarasota ice cream maker to deadly listeria outbreak

Officials with the CDC, FDA, and FL Dept. of Health suspected a link between the Sunshine State and nearly 2-dozen listeria cases. Now the CDC says Big Olaf Creamery in Sarasota might be the root of the outbreak.

Brian Laundrie’s parents will face jury for allegedly knowing about Gabby Petito's death during search

A Sarasota County judge has decided to move forward with the lawsuit against Brian Laundrie's parents, which claims they knew their son murdered Gabby Petito as authorities were searching for her.

Missing Florida woman’s remains, vehicle found in rural North Port woods

The North Port Police Department is investigating a death after the body of a missing Port Charlotte woman was discovered inside a vehicle parked in the woods. 

Sarasota businesses hope Powerboat Grand Prix brings economic boost during downturn

Look closely and try not to blink. If you're on the beach off Sarasota, more than 60 of the most powerful boats in the world will fly by this weekend during the 37th annual Sarasota Powerboat Grand Prix.

Gabby Petito's mother slams Brian Laundrie's notebook confession: 'Truth will be revealed'

Gabby Petito's mother says she's "fed up" and that the "truth will be revealed," days after the release of Brian Laundrie's notebook confession where he admitted to killing Gabby.

Brian Laundrie's notebook confession: Experts weigh in on killer's claims about how he murdered Gabby Petito

Brian Laundrie framed his strangulation of Gabby Petito as an act of mercy and an "unexpected tragedy" in a handwritten confession discovered near his remains in October and just unveiled Friday. Experts moved quick to dissect his story.

Sarasota driver caught on camera driving on sidewalk to avoid rush hour traffic

After a resident told the Sarasota County Sheriff's Office about a driver who frequently would drive on the sidewalk to bypass rush hour traffic, a deputy decided to wait and watch — and caught them in the act.

Judge to decide if Laundrie family will face jury for allegedly giving Petito family false hope during search

Gabby Petito's mother clutched a necklace containing her daughter's ashes during the first hearing in the civil lawsuit she and Gabby's father, Joseph Petito, filed against the parents of their daughter's presumed killer, Brian Laundrie.

Brian Laundrie’s parents to skip hearing on fate of Gabby Petito family's civil lawsuit

The family of Gabby Petito will be in court on Wednesday to argue why their civil lawsuit against Brian Laundrie's parents should go to a jury trial. However, the Laundrie's attorney says his clients will skip the hearing.

Lawsuit filed by Gabby Petito's family against Laundrie's parents will head to court for the first time

A lawsuit filed by the parents of Gabby Petito against the parents of her suspected killer, Brian Laundrie, will head to court for the first time Wednesday. Attorneys for Laundrie's parents, Christopher and Roberta Laundrie, will be asking a judge to dismiss the lawsuit.

Child hospitalized after being struck by lawnmower in Sarasota

A three-year-old boy was hospitalized Saturday evening after being hit by a lawnmower, according to the Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office.