2 bodies found behind Ollie's Bargain Outlet, death investigation underway: SCSO
Sarasota County deputies are investigating after they say two people were found dead behind a store early Tuesday.
1 hospitalized after fire at Sarasota home
One person is in the hospital after crews battled a fire at a Sarasota home, according to fire officials.
Venice beachgoers pull man's body from water near shoreline: police
A man's body was found near the shoreline by beachgoers at Venice Beach after witnesses say he put his bag down on the sand and headed into the water, according to police.
Suspected bank robber accused in 2 Sarasota heists arrested: SCSO
Sarasota County deputies have arrested a man they say robbed the same bank twice in Sarasota.
Home invasion suspects tricked woman into answering door by pretending to be Amazon delivery drivers: Police
Three men are accused of forcing their way inside a North Port home, ransacking the place and holding a woman and child hostage before taking off.
Couple arrested for sexual activity on flight to Florida: Affidavits
A couple's decision to join the "mile-high club" on a flight to Sarasota landed them a trip to jail, according to arrest affidavits.
Sarasota school board votes to change harassment policy language, sparking backlash
The Sarasota County School Board voted Tuesday night to change the wording in its student code of conduct, removing specific protections based on race, gender, sexual orientation and disability.
Sarasota registered sex offender arrested after attempting to lure girl into his vehicle: SPD
A registered sex offender has been arrested for attempting to lure a 13-year-old girl into his vehicle on Sunday, according to the Sarasota Police Department.
U.S. 41 reopens in Sarasota after crash kills pedestrian
Sarasota police are investigating a crash that killed a pedestrian, shutting down U.S. 41 in both directions at one point early Tuesday.
Pedestrian hospitalized after hit-and-run in Sarasota County: FHP
One person went to the hospital after being hit by a driver who took off early Monday in Sarasota County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Suspected gunman accused in 2017 double murder at Longboat Key’s Zota Beach Resort charged
Longboat Key police have made another arrest in the 2017 double murder at the Zota Beach Resort. This time they say they charged the man who pulled the trigger.
The Venice Theater is on track to reopen by next year after it was severely damaged by Hurricane Ian in 2022
Nearly three years after Hurricane Ian tore through Venice, the city’s beloved theater is nearing a comeback.
Sarasota County solar panel door-to-door salesman accused of battery
The Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office has arrested 25-year-old Robert Kovacs-Strada, a door-to-door solar panel salesman for battery.
Police seize guns, drugs and make nearly 40 arrests during Operation Sarasota S.U.R.G.E. III
Nearly 40 people have been arrested, and Sarasota police seized dozens of guns, some illegal, and pounds of illegal drugs during Operation Sarasota S.U.R.G.E. III, a joint operation with the ATF.
Englewood’s Sue Parsons Zipay who played professional baseball for the 'Rockford Peaches' dies
Former ‘Rockford Peach’ and Englewood resident Sue Parsons Zipay passed away on Monday evening.
Governor DeSantis touts Florida's top ranking for religious liberty in new report
Gov. Ron DeSantis announced Monday that Florida is ranked No. 1 for protecting religious liberty by the First Liberty Institute.
Lido Beach renourishment to start by the end of the year
Millions of dollars of federal funding has been secured for Lido Key beach renourishment project.
Sarasota officer pulls unconscious driver from burning car
The Sarasota Police Department is praising one of its officers after pulling an unconscious driver from a burning car after witnessing a car crash at the SR 45 and SR 683 split on June 30.
"You have to be cautious", homeowners prepare for rainy holiday weekend
The extra rain heading to Tampa Bay later this week has local officials preparing for potential flooding.
Legacy Trail pedestrian bridge over Clark Road opens ahead of the 4th of July holiday
Cheers could be heard and thumbs up seen. A new pedestrian bridge over Clark Road opened Wednesday morning in Sarasota County.