A Sarasota man was arrested after crashing into an empty patrol car on I-75, FL troopers said. Debris from the crash hit a nearby trooper.
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The girl suffered face and leg injuries when she was bitten by a dog that her family was meeting at Suncoast Humane Society in Englewood.
Panelists include Shep Englander, Dr. Cody Levine, and Dr. Liv Coleman
Three new VPs will support nonprofit organization through work in real estate, safety and risk management, and information systems
Local leagues and programs across Sarasota are offering opportunities for all ages to get out and play this season.
Clark Young, Charles Busch, and David Gow will participate via Zoom
A house fire in the Sarasota area claimed one life and left two others hospitalized with injuries, reports said.
As part of her duties, Baloff will manage the Suncoast Music Scholarship competitions.
Changes reflect organization’s commitment to recruiting a diverse, community-rooted team aligned with the populations it supports
Funds will support “I Never Saw Another Butterfly” educational outreach
During a fight, a man was killed by his employee, who was charged with second-degree murder, Venice police said.
The candidate is one of four running in the Aug. 18 Republican primary for FL’s District 16 U.S. House seat.
Investigators are looking for a man who walked into a Venice shop and urinated on merchandise on display in the store, police said.
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Florida state police said the incident occurred Friday on Bee Ridge Road in Sarasota County.
From a brand partner: From sports bars to local ballparks, here are a few places around Sarasota to catch the game this season.
Restaurant news in the Sarasota and Bradenton area: Wahlburgers, Blu Kouzina, Peachey’s, Bravo’s, Toasty’s, Sunny Seoul Korean Kitchen.
The announcement came just weeks after the compamy said it planned to close 15 stores nationwide, including one in Sarasota.
Brothers Nate and Michael Jacobs collaborate once again on ‘Lies, Spells & Old Wives’ Tales’; show runs from April 8 – May 17, 2026
Summer food program becomes even more critical amid soaring costs and devastating federal cuts to assistance programs
An Ohio man pleaded no contest to driving under the influence in a fatal I-75 crash in December, FL troopers said.
Introducing the Springtime virtual 5k series presented by Rise Endurance.
A man and a woman were arrested for running an illegal gambling operation in Sarasota after a months-long investigation, deputies said.
Child welfare organization recognizes community leaders and partners, and announces the completion of its Youth Shelter Campaign
Due to current travel regulations, Canadian guest artists Cameron Crozman and Meagan Milatz are unable to appear.
Officers recovered a stolen car and arrested the thief in less than an hour, Sarasota police said.
Another wave of No Kings protests against the Trump administration’s policies and actions are scheduled in the Sarasota area.
A Venice man was arrested on 42 child porn-related charges after an online tip was submitted to the Sarasota County sheriff.
Two 18-story luxury condo towers, as well as retail and office space, will be built at the site of the historic Mira Mar hotel, apartments.
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Prosecutors said the woman was shot twice in the head while sitting on her bed in their North Port home.
A bicyclist was hit by an SUV while crossing a Sarasota-area road and died at the scene, FL troopers said.
Performance by Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe – geared toward families with younger children – takes place at The Bay Sarasota on March 28
A motorcyclist was killed after being hit by an SUV on U.S. 41 in Sarasota County, the Florida Highway Patrol said.
The new showroom marks a significant milestone for both the local community and its parent company, Dimmitt Automotive Group.
A FL man who abducted, raped and murdered a young North Port wife and mother of two in 2008, despite numerous 911 calls, was executed.
Now entering its 11th year, summer program offers teens training in dance, acting, singing and other disciplines
An arrest was made in the death of a man found fatally shot on a Venice sidewalk in April 2025, the Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office said.
Seven gifts totaling $325,000 from Gulf Coast charitable funds officially capped Safe Children Coalition’s Phase I goal of $9 million