Rich history of Sarasota Opera House just as fascinating as the artists who take its stage
Artists have been entertaining audiences at the Sarasota Opera House for more than 60 years, but the building also has an intriguing history.
Artists have been entertaining audiences at the Sarasota Opera House for more than 60 years, but the building also has an intriguing history.
‘I should have known better’: Betty Ford's son helps others battling addiction in Sarasota
Sober for 30 years, Steve Ford, son of President Gerald Ford and first lady Betty Ford, is working to help those struggling with addiction and mental illness.
Sober for 30 years, Steve Ford, son of President Gerald Ford and first lady Betty Ford, is working to help those struggling with addiction and mental illness.
Sarasota County Veteran's Services serving those who served to navigate life
Sarasota County's Veteran Services helps those who served to navigate the VA system and paperwork that can seem never-ending. The office is open and ready to help all veterans.
Sarasota County's Veteran Services helps those who served to navigate the VA system and paperwork that can seem never-ending. The office is open and ready to help all veterans.
Painful memories of the Holocaust bring history to life for students
Felicia Liban lived through the horrors of the Holocaust. When she was 5 years old in Poland, her family became separated. Her father tried to secure a safe way out through Russia for his family, but he died in the process.
Felicia Liban lived through the horrors of the Holocaust. When she was 5 years old in Poland, her family became separated. Her father tried to secure a safe way out through Russia for his family, but he died in the process.
Sarasota realtor finishes 42nd NYC marathon, longest women's streak in race history
She's 78 years old and Sunday, Connie Brown finished the New York City marathon for the 42nd time.
She's 78 years old and Sunday, Connie Brown finished the New York City marathon for the 42nd time.
Veteran shares personal journey through ‘Art of War’
An upcoming exhibit is featuring the work of an Iraq veteran. Through art, he's found a way to share the story of his service and find healing in a challenging battle.
An upcoming exhibit is featuring the work of an Iraq veteran. Through art, he's found a way to share the story of his service and find healing in a challenging battle.
Milestone: For first time since February of 2020, no COVID-19 patients at Sarasota hospital
In February of 2020, Doctors Hospital was the first in the state to diagnose and treat a COVID-positive patient. Thursday afternoon, their last COVID-19 patient was released. As of now, they remain COVID-patient free.
In February of 2020, Doctors Hospital was the first in the state to diagnose and treat a COVID-positive patient. Thursday afternoon, their last COVID-19 patient was released. As of now, they remain COVID-patient free.
Police: Bradenton man 'huffed' nitrous oxide before driving, causing deadly crash in June
A Bradenton man was arrested this week in connection to a deadly crash in Sarasota that occurred back in June. Investigators said he “huffed or snorted” nitrous oxide to “get high.”
A Bradenton man was arrested this week in connection to a deadly crash in Sarasota that occurred back in June. Investigators said he “huffed or snorted” nitrous oxide to “get high.”
Brian Laundrie case: North Port police chief says agency 'made a mistake'
The chief of the North Port Police Department reportedly has admitted his department "made a mistake" on Sept. 15 when they thought they spotted Brian outside of his parents’ home in North Port – only to learn at a later point that it was actually his mother.
The chief of the North Port Police Department reportedly has admitted his department "made a mistake" on Sept. 15 when they thought they spotted Brian outside of his parents’ home in North Port – only to learn at a later point that it was actually his mother.
Sarasota deputy who died from COVID-19 was ‘born to protect and serve’
Several hundred people came together Saturday to remember the life of Joshua Welge, a Sarasota County sheriff's deputy who died from COVID-19 complications.
Several hundred people came together Saturday to remember the life of Joshua Welge, a Sarasota County sheriff's deputy who died from COVID-19 complications.
World-champion sailors take to the waters of Sarasota Bay for annual regatta
Sailing champions from all over the world were in Sarasota last week for the 50th Sunfish World Championship, which wrapped up on Friday.
Sailing champions from all over the world were in Sarasota last week for the 50th Sunfish World Championship, which wrapped up on Friday.
Gabby Petito memorial removed outside Laundrie family's home
A memorial to Gabby Petito outside Brian Laundrie's family home in North Port has been removed by the city. Officials took it down Wednesday night, saying the memorial violated the city's sign and stormwater codes.
A memorial to Gabby Petito outside Brian Laundrie's family home in North Port has been removed by the city. Officials took it down Wednesday night, saying the memorial violated the city's sign and stormwater codes.
Some fear Siesta Key’s ‘old charm’ will fade as commissioners eliminate hotel density restrictions
An eight-story, 170-room hotel called the Calle Miramar will now sit on less than one acre of land on Siesta Key and residents fear more high-density hotels will follow after commissioners voted to remove density restrictions.
An eight-story, 170-room hotel called the Calle Miramar will now sit on less than one acre of land on Siesta Key and residents fear more high-density hotels will follow after commissioners voted to remove density restrictions.
Brian Laundrie remains: When to expect autopsy results from forensic anthropologist
The Laundrie family's attorney says a forensic anthropologist analyzing Brian Laundrie's remains will likely have some answers regarding his manner, cause and time of death within a matter of weeks.
The Laundrie family's attorney says a forensic anthropologist analyzing Brian Laundrie's remains will likely have some answers regarding his manner, cause and time of death within a matter of weeks.
'The Greatest Show on Earth' announces animal-free return to big top
The Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus is making a comeback, but this time without animals. The announcement comes four years after shutting down following declining ticket sales and backlash from animal rights groups.
The Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus is making a comeback, but this time without animals. The announcement comes four years after shutting down following declining ticket sales and backlash from animal rights groups.
North Port police admit mistake in surveilling Brian Laundrie before his disappearance
After Gabby Petito was reported missing, North Port police thought they had a close eye on Brian Laundrie, but now they have realized they had a case of mistaken identity as they were monitoring him – and they blame his family, at least in part.
After Gabby Petito was reported missing, North Port police thought they had a close eye on Brian Laundrie, but now they have realized they had a case of mistaken identity as they were monitoring him – and they blame his family, at least in part.
Police dispel reports that DNA didn’t match Brian Laundrie remains
The North Port Police Department is dispelling reports that DNA does not match the remains of Brian Laundrie.
The North Port Police Department is dispelling reports that DNA does not match the remains of Brian Laundrie.
Sex offender in Sarasota arrested after inappropriately touching 7-year-old boy, police say
A registered sex offender was arrested by Sarasota police after officials learned he inappropriately touched a child. The victim’s mom, they said, was in a sexual relationship with the suspect for about a year.
A registered sex offender was arrested by Sarasota police after officials learned he inappropriately touched a child. The victim’s mom, they said, was in a sexual relationship with the suspect for about a year.
DeSantis denies report that Florida is recruiting unvaccinated police officers
Governor Ron DeSantis wants police officers from northern cities to fill vacancies in Florida departments. And, he says, their COVID-19 vaccination status doesn’t matter.
Governor Ron DeSantis wants police officers from northern cities to fill vacancies in Florida departments. And, he says, their COVID-19 vaccination status doesn’t matter.
Notebook found near Brian Laundrie's remains 'may be salvageable,' North Port police say
Brian Laundrie's notebook and backpack were discovered near his remains, and though the area had previously been underwater, investigators say the notebook could provide answers about Laundrie's final days.
Brian Laundrie's notebook and backpack were discovered near his remains, and though the area had previously been underwater, investigators say the notebook could provide answers about Laundrie's final days.