FHP: Impaired driver had headlights off when deadly crash occurred Tuesday night in Sarasota County
Florida Highway Patrol troopers said a 33-year-old driver was speeding with no headlights on when a three-vehicle crash occurred in Sarasota County, leaving one person dead.
Florida Highway Patrol troopers said a 33-year-old driver was speeding with no headlights on when a three-vehicle crash occurred in Sarasota County, leaving one person dead.
One dead following North Port crash
Investigators say one person has passed away following a Tuesday night crash in North Port.
Investigators say one person has passed away following a Tuesday night crash in North Port.
North Port mom calls for change after teen injured by hit-and-run driver
Thursday morning, a North Port mom received a devastating phone call. Her 15-year-old son Preston had been hit while riding his bike to North Port High School.
Thursday morning, a North Port mom received a devastating phone call. Her 15-year-old son Preston had been hit while riding his bike to North Port High School.
Sarasota County Fair attendees to pass through advanced weapons detector 1 week after teen shot at fairgrounds
At the Sarasota County Fair, Evolv Technology is offering an added layer of security. The company offered its time and services for free following Saturday night's shooting at the fair.
At the Sarasota County Fair, Evolv Technology is offering an added layer of security. The company offered its time and services for free following Saturday night's shooting at the fair.
Old Florida, new crop: Long-time Sarasota farmers invite public to pick blueberries
From citrus to cattle, the Albritton family has farmed since the 1800s. But times have changed. In 2015, they cleared 25 acres of citrus, and in its place, they planted 60,000 blueberry plants.
From citrus to cattle, the Albritton family has farmed since the 1800s. But times have changed. In 2015, they cleared 25 acres of citrus, and in its place, they planted 60,000 blueberry plants.
Isolation worsens crisis for many struggling with mental health
The National Alliance on Mental Illness is kicking off the You Are Not Alone campaign, which is designed to encourage neighbors, friends, and family to reach out to those who may be isolated.
The National Alliance on Mental Illness is kicking off the You Are Not Alone campaign, which is designed to encourage neighbors, friends, and family to reach out to those who may be isolated.
Child hit by car while riding scooter in Sarasota
An 8-year-old girl was airlifted to the hospital after being hit by a car on Brookmeade Drive in Sarasota Wednesday evening.
An 8-year-old girl was airlifted to the hospital after being hit by a car on Brookmeade Drive in Sarasota Wednesday evening.
Sarasota PD dive team encounters shark feeding frenzy during offshore training
The Sarasota Police Department dive team was treated to a feeding frenzy during an offshore training exercise, but the buffet wasn’t for the officers.
The Sarasota Police Department dive team was treated to a feeding frenzy during an offshore training exercise, but the buffet wasn’t for the officers.
Venice parents put together 'real' prom for senior class
After a year of restrictions, Venice High School's class of 2021 is getting a chance to let loose.
After a year of restrictions, Venice High School's class of 2021 is getting a chance to let loose.
Pace of vaccination distribution ramps-up in Manatee, Sarasota counties
With two Manatee County-run vaccination sites up and running, getting a COVID-19 shot is moving quickly for those 50 and older.
With two Manatee County-run vaccination sites up and running, getting a COVID-19 shot is moving quickly for those 50 and older.
Teenager arrested after shooting at Sarasota County Fair
Sarasota police have arrested a 15-year-old suspect in connection with a shooting at the Sarasota County Fairgrounds that seriously injured an 18-year-old.
Sarasota police have arrested a 15-year-old suspect in connection with a shooting at the Sarasota County Fairgrounds that seriously injured an 18-year-old.
Sarasota police increase security after 18-year-old shot at county fair
An 18-year-old male was seriously injured Saturday night after being shot at the Sarasota County Fairgrounds shortly after 10 p.m., according to the Sarasota Police Department.
An 18-year-old male was seriously injured Saturday night after being shot at the Sarasota County Fairgrounds shortly after 10 p.m., according to the Sarasota Police Department.
1 shot at Sarasota County Fairgrounds
The Sarasota Police Department is investigating after a shooting occurred at the Sarasota Fairgrounds, 3000 Ringling Boulevard, on Saturday night.
The Sarasota Police Department is investigating after a shooting occurred at the Sarasota Fairgrounds, 3000 Ringling Boulevard, on Saturday night.
Siesta Key crowds can further endanger rare beach birds
With less than 400 snowy plovers statewide, protecting their beach nesting habitat and the birds themselves is a top priority for Audubon Florida.
With less than 400 snowy plovers statewide, protecting their beach nesting habitat and the birds themselves is a top priority for Audubon Florida.
Veteran receives Silver Star nearly 70 years after saving others from enemy fire
Retired Marine Corporal Salvatore Naimo ran into enemy fire to save men he didn't know. Nearly 70 years after his acts of heroism, he's being honored for his bravery.
Retired Marine Corporal Salvatore Naimo ran into enemy fire to save men he didn't know. Nearly 70 years after his acts of heroism, he's being honored for his bravery.
Deadly crash involving cement truck closes southbound I-75 in Sarasota County
A cement truck driver is dead following a crash on Interstate 75 in Venice on Monday morning.
A cement truck driver is dead following a crash on Interstate 75 in Venice on Monday morning.
Tow truck driver stabbed while trying to repossess vehicle, police say
A 39-year-old tow truck driver is fighting for his life after police say he was stabbed while trying to repossess a vehicle in Venice.
A 39-year-old tow truck driver is fighting for his life after police say he was stabbed while trying to repossess a vehicle in Venice.
Mote scientists hope red tide research leads to improved predictions
Dr. Cynthia Heil at Mote Marine Laboratory says predicting red tide blooms is a lot like predicting hurricanes. The short-term forecast is good, but longer-term gets "challenging."
Dr. Cynthia Heil at Mote Marine Laboratory says predicting red tide blooms is a lot like predicting hurricanes. The short-term forecast is good, but longer-term gets "challenging."
Bay Area school districts work overtime to feed hungry students over spring break
School district officials are working overtime this year to make sure children are not forced to take a break from nutrition during spring break.
School district officials are working overtime this year to make sure children are not forced to take a break from nutrition during spring break.
Sarasota students won’t be cutting loose after school district approves senior prom, bans dancing
For high school seniors in Sarasota County, prom will look and feel different. Only seniors will be allowed, and just like the movie 'Footloose,' no dancing will be permitted. "It does suck," one student offered.
For high school seniors in Sarasota County, prom will look and feel different. Only seniors will be allowed, and just like the movie 'Footloose,' no dancing will be permitted. "It does suck," one student offered.