Convicted sex offender rapes disabled woman in Sarasota parking lot, deputies say
A convicted sex offender is accused of raping a non-verbal woman with autism in a Sarasota parking lot while her mother was inside a store, according to the Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office.
A convicted sex offender is accused of raping a non-verbal woman with autism in a Sarasota parking lot while her mother was inside a store, according to the Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office.
Sarasota government votes to permanently preserve Bobby Jones Golf Course
Nestled in the middle of Sarasota, Bobby Jones Golf Course covers 261 acres. It's the only remaining green space of its kind left in the area. City commissioners just voted to protect the land, keeping it protected and out of reach from developers, forever. It's a big moment for the city and for the community.
Nestled in the middle of Sarasota, Bobby Jones Golf Course covers 261 acres. It's the only remaining green space of its kind left in the area. City commissioners just voted to protect the land, keeping it protected and out of reach from developers, forever. It's a big moment for the city and for the community.
Unpaid fines leave nearly 2,000 Sarasota residents with suspended licenses, prompting lawsuit
Nearly 2,000 drivers in Sarasota County have had their driver's licenses suspended over unpaid fees and fines over cases that aren't related to driving offenses. The ACLU of Florida says these measures are unfair and cause unnecessary problems for citizens.
Nearly 2,000 drivers in Sarasota County have had their driver's licenses suspended over unpaid fees and fines over cases that aren't related to driving offenses. The ACLU of Florida says these measures are unfair and cause unnecessary problems for citizens.
City of Sarasota looks to add waterfront dog parks
Sarasota Commissioner Hagen Brody hopes to create a waterfront dog park, but the Audubon Society is concerned it may interfere with the birds that nest on the beaches.
Sarasota Commissioner Hagen Brody hopes to create a waterfront dog park, but the Audubon Society is concerned it may interfere with the birds that nest on the beaches.
Effort to incorporate Siesta Key fails
Siesta Key residents were upset Tuesday night after a legislative delegation voted down efforts to incorporate Siesta Key as its own city, removing it from Sarasota County's oversight.
Siesta Key residents were upset Tuesday night after a legislative delegation voted down efforts to incorporate Siesta Key as its own city, removing it from Sarasota County's oversight.
Riverview High grad killed in 'senseless' shooting while home from college for Christmas
Deputies say 18-year-old Dylan Jenkins wasn't even involved in the fight that led to his shooting death at a park in Sarasota. Those who loved the budding college football player are urging anyone who knows what happened to come forward.
Deputies say 18-year-old Dylan Jenkins wasn't even involved in the fight that led to his shooting death at a park in Sarasota. Those who loved the budding college football player are urging anyone who knows what happened to come forward.
Beach-smoking ban again proposed by Florida lawmaker
You can find them in the parking lot, on the walkway up, and under the sand at Lido Beach. Now, Senator Joe Gruters hopes to keep cigarette butts off the beach.
You can find them in the parking lot, on the walkway up, and under the sand at Lido Beach. Now, Senator Joe Gruters hopes to keep cigarette butts off the beach.
Sarasota convicted felon arrested after deadly pizza shop shooting on New Year's Day, police say
Sarasota police said someone from another table in the restaurant became physically ill as he walked by the suspect's table, spurring a fight that led to the deadly shooting.
Sarasota police said someone from another table in the restaurant became physically ill as he walked by the suspect's table, spurring a fight that led to the deadly shooting.
Sarasota County bus driver tests positive for COVID-19, riders asked to monitor for symptoms
A driver with the Sarasota County Area Transit (SCAT) tested positive for COVID-19 on Sunday, according to Sarasota County officials.
A driver with the Sarasota County Area Transit (SCAT) tested positive for COVID-19 on Sunday, according to Sarasota County officials.
SPD: 1 shot, 1 in custody after shooting in Sarasota
Sarasota police are investigating an early morning shooting that sent one person to the hospital.
Sarasota police are investigating an early morning shooting that sent one person to the hospital.
Officials investigating after 2 people, 1 dog killed in Sarasota structure fire
Two people and a dog died Thursday night in a structure fire, according to the Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office.
Two people and a dog died Thursday night in a structure fire, according to the Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office.
New Year's celebrations around Tampa Bay area brings festivities outdoors amid omicron surge
Across the Bay Area, there are plenty of ways to celebrate the new year outside, for free, and with a bang.
Across the Bay Area, there are plenty of ways to celebrate the new year outside, for free, and with a bang.
Canned Ham Vintage inside Sarasota trailer is ‘time capsule’ filled with vintage fashion
Keeping the past alive through clothing is the mission of one Sarasota woman. Inside her trailer, you'll find an array of clothing, accessories and home goods -- from the 1870s to the 1970s -- and all the stories that are behind it.
Keeping the past alive through clothing is the mission of one Sarasota woman. Inside her trailer, you'll find an array of clothing, accessories and home goods -- from the 1870s to the 1970s -- and all the stories that are behind it.
18-year-old killed in shooting during party at Sarasota park
Deputies are investigating after an 18-year-old man was shot and killed during a party at a Sarasota park.
Deputies are investigating after an 18-year-old man was shot and killed during a party at a Sarasota park.
FHP: Overturned tanker dumps 200 gallons of fuel on I-75 after 'catastrophic failure of tire'
Florida troopers have closed the southbound lanes of I-75 near the Charlotte and Sarasota county line after a tanker overturned, spilling about 200 gallons onto the highway.
Florida troopers have closed the southbound lanes of I-75 near the Charlotte and Sarasota county line after a tanker overturned, spilling about 200 gallons onto the highway.
Florida sees spike in COVID-19 cases, but hospitals remain OK
Florida is dealing with another wave of COVID-19 infections, but health experts say it still appears the omicron variant causes less severe illness, which is good news for hospitals.
Florida is dealing with another wave of COVID-19 infections, but health experts say it still appears the omicron variant causes less severe illness, which is good news for hospitals.
Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office mourning loss of beloved mounted patrol horse
Navigator, a member of the Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office Mounted Patrol Unit, passed away unexpectedly Saturday morning.
Navigator, a member of the Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office Mounted Patrol Unit, passed away unexpectedly Saturday morning.
Sarasota holiday festivities benefit area non-profits
More than 100 gingerbread houses and 50 Christmas trees are on display at University Town Center in Sarasota.
More than 100 gingerbread houses and 50 Christmas trees are on display at University Town Center in Sarasota.
Bay Area law enforcement step-up presence at schools amid viral posts about violence Friday
Bay Area officers are joining law enforcement across the country in watching schools Friday, Dec. 17 as social media posts circulate, vaguely claiming violence will break out.
Bay Area officers are joining law enforcement across the country in watching schools Friday, Dec. 17 as social media posts circulate, vaguely claiming violence will break out.
Brian Laundrie's parents file petition in Florida to access his estate
Brian Laundrie did not have a will when he died by suicide. A petition for summary administration is necessary when assets are less than $75,000, legal experts say.
Brian Laundrie did not have a will when he died by suicide. A petition for summary administration is necessary when assets are less than $75,000, legal experts say.