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.
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.
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.
Sarasota officers worried about department's future as union negotiations drag on
Officers in Sarasota are waiting to hear the outcome of negotiations on their contract, but things haven't gone smoothly.
Officers in Sarasota are waiting to hear the outcome of negotiations on their contract, but things haven't gone smoothly.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Gabby Petito murder: Brian Laundrie’s notebook confession revealed, 'I ended her life'
The first public glimpse of a confession Brian Laundrie left in a notebook in the Florida swamp where he killed himself last year reveals his final words.
The first public glimpse of a confession Brian Laundrie left in a notebook in the Florida swamp where he killed himself last year reveals his final words.
How the Johnny Depp verdict could impact Petito family's lawsuit against Brian Laundrie’s parents
The Florida judge overseeing a lawsuit between the parents of Brian Laundrie and Gabby Petito referenced the recent trial between Johnny Depp and Amber Heard.
The Florida judge overseeing a lawsuit between the parents of Brian Laundrie and Gabby Petito referenced the recent trial between Johnny Depp and Amber Heard.
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.
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.
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.
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.
A three-year-old boy was hospitalized Saturday evening after being hit by a lawnmower, according to the Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office.
Sarasota doctor helps heal hearts of children in war-torn Ukraine
A respiratory therapist from Sarasota returned home Wednesday after more than a week in Ukraine, helping children suffering from potentially deadly heart conditions.
A respiratory therapist from Sarasota returned home Wednesday after more than a week in Ukraine, helping children suffering from potentially deadly heart conditions.
State grants non-profit 4.5-acre plot to help restore Sarasota Bay
A non-profit is growing clams for restoration and research in Sarasota Bay.
A non-profit is growing clams for restoration and research in Sarasota Bay.
Kids can join the circus this summer; Sarasota's unique summer camp
Let your child run away this summer and join the circus. The Circus Arts Conservatory Circus Summer Camp is one of Sarasota's most unique summer camp experience.
Let your child run away this summer and join the circus. The Circus Arts Conservatory Circus Summer Camp is one of Sarasota's most unique summer camp experience.
Sarasota leaders look for solutions as affordable housing dwindles locally
The latest data from Apartment List shows rents in Sarasota are up nearly 33% from this same time last year. Skyrocketing rents has made finding an affordable place to live a growing issue across Tampa Bay.
The latest data from Apartment List shows rents in Sarasota are up nearly 33% from this same time last year. Skyrocketing rents has made finding an affordable place to live a growing issue across Tampa Bay.
Sarasota County officials urge residents to help keep mosquitoes under control as summer heats up
Florida becomes the perfect breeding ground for mosquitoes as the rain continues, and the summer heats up. They can carry diseases, so Sarasota Mosquito Management is urging residents to help keep mosquitoes under control.
Florida becomes the perfect breeding ground for mosquitoes as the rain continues, and the summer heats up. They can carry diseases, so Sarasota Mosquito Management is urging residents to help keep mosquitoes under control.
How to lower divorce expenses; cost as low as $408
At the Women's Resource Center in Sarasota, a classroom is ready for those looking to learn how to navigate the costs of divorce. Lori Gentile, the director of client services, said it’s lessons that would have helped in her own split.
At the Women's Resource Center in Sarasota, a classroom is ready for those looking to learn how to navigate the costs of divorce. Lori Gentile, the director of client services, said it’s lessons that would have helped in her own split.
Sarasota leaders hosting town hall to address affordable housing in city
Finding and keeping affordable housing is a growing problem in the Bay Area, but leaders in Sarasota want to have an open dialogue with residents.
Finding and keeping affordable housing is a growing problem in the Bay Area, but leaders in Sarasota want to have an open dialogue with residents.
Sarasota child porn suspect arrested in Mexico after missing court hearing in 2017
A Sarasota child porn case was left in limbo after a suspect didn't appear for a court hearing back in 2017. Five years later, federal authorities were able to track him down in Mexico and arrest him.
A Sarasota child porn case was left in limbo after a suspect didn't appear for a court hearing back in 2017. Five years later, federal authorities were able to track him down in Mexico and arrest him.



















