Body Of Missing Swimmer Found In Siesta Key Waters: Sheriff

The body of a 23-year-old Sarasota man who went missing while swimming on Siesta Key was found Monday, the sheriff’s office said.

Stolen School Bus Found After Thief Drove Across It Across FL: FHP

A man who said he was “high and drunk” when he stole a Hillsborough County school bus was arrested in Sarasota County, FHP said.

1 Killed, Multiple Others Hospitalized In Sarasota Shooting: Police

The Sarasota County Sheriff's Office is investigating after the shooting occurred in the 3400 block of 17th Street.

Gas Leak Blocks Traffic On U.S. 41: Sarasota Police

A gas leak at The Vue condo tower has stopped southbound traffic on a section of U.S. 41 in Sarasota Friday afternoon, police said.

Fatal Hit-And-Run Suspect Sought In Sarasota County: FL Highway Patrol

A bicyclist was killed in an early Friday morning hit-and-run crash in Sarasota County, Florida Highway Patrol said.

Woman Who Broke Into FL Home Gave Unwanted Hug To Resident: Police

A woman faces charges after breaking into a Naples home Wednesday and giving the resident an unwanted hug, police said.

SUV Passenger Dies In Manatee County Crash: FL Highway Patrol

A Bradenton woman who was a passenger in an SUV died after a Wednesday night crash in Manatee County, Florida Highway Patrol said.

FL Man Displayed Jan. 6 Weapon In Shadow Box: U.S. Dept. Of Justice

A Port Charlotte man was convicted by the U.S. Dept. of Justice after being part of the mob that stormed the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021.

Distressed Boater Found Unconscious, Rescued In Sarasota: Watch

An officer rescued a distressed boater who passed out on his vessel earlier this month, the Sarasota Police Department said.

Pinellas County Car Thieves Arrested In Wellen Park: North Port Police

Suspects who stole a car in Pinellas County on Friday stole a second car from a Wellen Park home and were arrested in Sarasota, police said.

Burn Ban In Effect Because Of Dry Conditions: Sarasota County

All outdoor burning is prohibited unless a permit has been issued under a Sarasota County burn ban during dry conditions.

Gator In Starbucks Drive-Thru Moved To Pond: North Port Fire Rescue

Starbucks customers on their Saturday morning coffee run were surprised to find a gator in the drive-thru, North Port Fire Rescue said.

Speeding SUV Overturns In Sarasota-Area Crash Injuring Driver: FHP

A driver was seriously injured after his SUV overturned in a single-vehicle Wednesday afternoon in Sarasota County, FL Highway Patrol said.

U.S. 41 Reduced To 1 Lane After 5-Vehicle Crash In Sarasota: Police

A five-vehicle crash has reduced a section of U.S. 41 to just one lane, snarling traffic, Wednesday afternoon, Sarasota police said.

1 Injured In Shooting, Suspect Sought: Sarasota Police

Investigators are working to identify the suspect in a Monday evening shooting in Sarasota, police said.

FL Man Pleads Guilty To Stealing U.S. Railroad Disability Funds: DOJ

The Sarasota man lied about multiple jobs, including 22 real estate businesses, while receiving disability benefits, the U.S. DOJ said.

1 Killed, 9 Injured In 5-Vehicle Crash In Sarasota County Crash: FHP

A five-vehicle crash in Sarasota County left a Bradenton woman dead and nine people injured Tuesday afternoon, Florida Highway Patrol said.

The Allman Brothers Band's Dickey Betts Dies At 80 In FL

"Dickey was larger than life, and his loss will be felt worldwide," his family wrote Thursday on Instagram.

Driver Killed In Fiery SUV Crash In Sarasota County: FL Highway Patrol

A man was killed Thursday morning after losing control of his SUV, which caught fire, on a Sarasota County road, FL Highway Patrol said.

Driver Crashes Into Tree, Dies After Medical Episode: FL Troopers

A Miami man died Monday afternoon after suffering a medical episode and crashing his SUV into a tree in Sarasota, FL Highway Patrol said.

Large Alligator Found In Sarasota Co. Woman's Kitchen

The woman told a news outlet the sighting of the 7-foot-11-inch alligator sent her shaking.

Man Killed In House Fire: North Port Fire Rescue

A man was killed in a house fire early Sunday morning, North Port Fire Rescue said.

Motorcyclist Killed In 4-Vehicle Crash On I-75: FL Highway Patrol

A North Port man was killed in a four-vehicle crash in southern Sarasota County early Sunday morning, Florida Highway Patrol said.

Motorcyclist Dies, Hit Twice In 4-Vehicle Crash: Police

The man became separated from his motorcycle and was struck repeatedly during the crash, police said.

FL Man Stole Gun From Firearms Dealer: U.S. Justice Department

A North Port man has pleaded guilty of stealing a gun from a firearms dealer in Charlotte County, the U.S. Department of Justice said.

1 Person Shot, Another Stabbed In Sarasota: Police

A Tuesday night stabbing and shooting in the 1800 block of John Rivers Street is under investigation, Sarasota police said.

Boat Caught Fire In Intracoastal Waterway: Venice Police

A boat caught fire Tuesday morning in the Intracoastal Waterway behind the 200 block of Rio Terra, the Venice Police Department said.

Passenger Dies After Being Thrown From Truck: FL Highway Patrol

A driver and passenger were thrown from a pick-up truck in a single-vehicle crash in the Sarasota area Sunday night, FL Highway Patrol said.

Teacher Sexting | Girl Filmed Naked | Gun Pulled At Beach: FL News

Intersection Takeover | Ambulance Carjacked | Wayfair Store | Gentlemen’s Club Shooting | 300+ Layoffs | Measles Outbreak | $710K Forgery

Teen Motorcyclist Dies In Sarasota-Area Crash: FL Highway Patrol

An SUV turned left into the path of a motorcycle on Clark Road, killing its 18-year-old driver, Florida Highway Patrol said.

Zieglers Sue FL Attorney's Office, Sarasota To Hinder Records Release

Media reports say Christian and Bridget Ziegler are aiming to block communication records in a sexual battery case against the former.

FL Man Used Hidden Cameras To Film Girl Naked In Her Bedroom: U.S. DOJ

A North Port man was found guilty of charges related to creating child sexual abuse videos and other materials, the U.S. DOJ said.

Body Found Morning After Shooting: Sarasota County Sheriff

A death investigation related to a Thursday night shooting in the 2400 block of 23rd Street in Sarasota is underway, deputies said.

FL Man Who Threatened NY Jewish Organization Heads To Prison: U.S. DOJ

A Sarasota man arrested made a threatening phone call to the New York City-based World Jewish Congress in October, the U.S. DOJ said.

Turkey Hunter, FL Panther Standoff Caught On Video: Report

A video shared online shows the moment a man encountered a Florida panther, which he estimated to be about 200 pounds, a media report says.

Gabby Petito's Family Pursues Wrongful Death Lawsuit Against Police

Gabby Petito's family will proceed with a wrongful death lawsuit claiming Utah police could have prevented Brian Laundrie from killing her.

Dog Groomer Accused Of Abusing Pets At Sarasota Business: Police

A North Fort Myers woman has been charged with felony animal abuse for beating pets at her grooming business in Sarasota, police said.

Man Thrown From Motorcycle Dies In Sarasota County: FL Highway Patrol

A 21-year-old Sarasota man died after being thrown from his motorcycle on State Road 72 Thursday, Florida Highway Patrol said.

Christian Ziegler Won’t Face Any Charges In GOP Sex Scandal: State

State Attorney Ed Brodsky has decided not to charge former FL GOP chair Christian Ziegler with video voyeurism.

Christian Ziegler's Accuser Wanted To Drop Sarasota Rape Case: Reports

The woman who accused the ex-FL GOP chair of rape wanted to drop the rape case against him due to "emotional distress," a media report says.