Officers found drugs on a Bradenton man arrested on a felony warrant for trafficking cocaine, Sarasota police said.
The Siesta Key North Bridge reopened after getting stuck open Thursday evening, causing major traffic delays, Sarasota police said.
Jone Williams of Safe Children Coalition wins the Avima D. Lombard Award at the recent HIPPY National Leadership Conference in Alabama
In Sarasota, Bradenton restaurant news: Flirt Sushi, Azul Steak & Sushi, Peach’s, Gecko Hospitality, Sommers Dutch restaurant, Melting Pot.
Two FL men, one from Miramar Beach, the other with Sarasota ties, got prison time for their roles in the “We Build the Wall” scheme: US DOJ
The Ringling Trail Complete Street was named Project of the Year by the American Public Works Association Florida chapter, the city said.
Magician Howard Stevens will perform an intimate, sleight-of-hand magic show Saturday night at CMX CineBistro Siesta Key.
A Sarasota woman claimed a $1 million top prize playing the 50X the Cash scratch-off game, Florida Lottery said.
What’s happening in Sarasota, Bradenton this week: National Astronomy Day, Free Hands-On Learning Day at F.I.S.H. Preserve, NocheUnidos.
An SUV hydroplaned on the wet roadway, crashing into a semi-truck, which overturned on I-75N in Sarasota County, FL Highway Patrol said.
In FL business news: Clearwater Marine Aquarium’s new manatee facility, wildlife rescue debunks closure rumors, last lesbian bar may close.
Registration now open for a variety of tours and presentations covering finance, wellness, cultural expressions, and performing arts.
Detectives are investigating a drowning that happened Sunday afternoon near Lido Beach, Sarasota police said.
During 'Second Chance Month,' Goodwill encourages area employers to consider hiring those with a criminal past
A USPS worker in Sarasota faces charges after fraudulently depositing checks stolen from the mail into personal bank accounts, police said.
For achievements in architecture, historic preservation, collections management, archaeological conservancy, and more.
Awards recognized the best work of local professionals in the field of public relations, marketing and communications
Big Cat Habitat in Sarasota, often mistaken for Tampa's Big Cat Rescue, which is closing, reminds the community it's still open to public.
Sarasota Bradenton International Airport welcomed a record number of travelers in March.
Elevated ozone levels were detected in Lido Beach. An air quality advisory is in place through Tuesday at dusk, Sarasota County said.
A new business connects active seniors as caregivers for clients who need at-home assistance in Sarasota and Manatee counties.
Arts organizations to pay tribute to Aretha Franklin on the 50th anniversary of groundbreaking album 'Amazing Grace' for one night only
Hours after he was arrested on a domestic battery charge, an inmate at Sarasota County Jail killed cellmate, Sarasota County sheriff said.
Missing Florida boater’s body found in Charlotte Harbor after he fell into the water Sunday evening, Charlotte County Sheriff’s Office said.
Area students can enjoy full or half-day music instruction and performance opportunities at the music school’s Sarasota & Manatee locations
We all know students who excel in academic, fine arts or volunteer service. Here's one local resident who is having an impact in Sarasota.
Sarasota, Bradenton restaurant news: Bandito’s, Bar Hana, Forks & Corks Food and Wine Fest, Yoder’s Southern Creamery, Don the Beachcomber.
Florida Good News: Venice Beach nominated for “Best Free Attraction," Lightning head to NHL playoffs, 200 artists on display in Dunedin.
Red tide was found in water samples at several Sarasota County beaches on Monday, according to the Florida Department of Health.
Grants totaling $60,000 help All Faiths provide nutritional assistance for students over the weekend and during school breaks
A Sarasota man who sexually battered a child on his sailboat in 2021 was sentenced Tuesday to life in prison, authorities said.
Fans of Florida's Venice Beach are urged to vote for it in the “Best Free Attraction” category in USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards.
Awards program recognizes the best work of local professionals in the field of public relations, marketing and communications
Will Bradenton's Downtown Waterfront become a Wonderful Place? Or will it be overrun with Massive Suffocating Development.
FL state Rep. Webster Barnaby (R-Deltona) called the transgender community “demons,” “imps" and "mutants” at a House committee meeting.
Two teenage boys in ski masks led Sarasota police on a short chase before crashing a stolen car into a shed on Beneva Road, SPD said.
A 21-year-old motorcyclist was killed in a hit-and-run crash in Sarasota. His family wants to bring his body home to Brazil, GoFundMe said.
Frequent Westcoast Black Theatre Troupe performer Brentney J. will present ‘Memoirs of a Peach’ on April 23
Otto is one of 45 Hightower advisors named to the Forbes 2023 Best-In-State Advisors List