The death of Deputy Christopher Taylor, 23, hit by a suspected DUI driver, “is a tremendous loss for the world": Charlotte County sheriff.
Here’s when malls, stores and shopping districts open for Black Friday shopping in the Sarasota area the day after Thanksgiving.
The Salgi Esophageal Cancer Research Foundation, a nonprofit, opens their Grant Research Program for the third time
While Florida officials work to help residents ahead of hurricanes, Ian's death toll exposes gaps in those efforts, the report claims.
A Sarasota County judge denied a request by Brian Laundrie’s parents to limit depositions in a lawsuit filed against them by the Petitos.
Shopping districts, local stores, markets and more celebrate Small Business Saturday this weekend in Sarasota County.
Turkeys and sides provided to families served through SCC programs as well as partnering agencies serving low-income families
A driver mistakenly drove his car up a parked car carrier making a delivery in Venice and got stuck on the ramp, Venice Fire Rescue said.
Sarasota County Schools added two extra days of student instruction after Hurricane Ian closed many district schools for weeks.
A 43-year-old man was shot and killed Saturday morning at Grande Court Apartments in North Port, police said.
Historic homes in Clearwater and St. Petersburg, South Florida luxury, Mediterranean-style estates, waterfront houses.
Florida good news this week: Inter Miami courts Ronaldo, Miami Marlins promotion, FL manatees decal, and Water Street Winter Wonderland.
Nearly 900 attend All Faiths Food Bank’s popular event, featuring handcrafted bowls and delicious food from area restaurants and caterers
A 73-year-old Venice man died after crashing a homemade small plane into a tree in Volusia County, the sheriff’s office said.
Arts organization’s annual fall gala raises over $250,000, honors supporters Andrew and Judith Economos
A Sarasota County judge ruled Gabby Petito’s parents should get $3M in their wrongful death lawsuit against Laundrie’s estate, reports said.
In Sarasota and Bradenton restaurant news: Primo, Fat Point Brewing, Five-O Donut, The Blend, Del Taco, Breakfast at Victoria's.
A 71-year-old armed robbery suspect was shot by a cop after trying to steal a woman’s purse in a Publix parking lot, Sarasota police said.
Fifth annual luncheon recognizes Martin and Barbara Bowling, features Booker Middle School Magnet Program student performances
Dr. Stephen Covert of Pine View School was named Principal of the Year, Sarasota County Schools said.
After an undercover sting operation, 6 unlicensed contractors were arrested and arrest warrants issued for 3 others, North Port police said.
Find out how Florida hospitals were rated on the Fall 2022 Hospital Safety Grades report from The Leapfrog Group.
The family of Gabby Petito’s killer, Brian Laundrie, is demanding an apology after “Celebrity Jeopardy” used him in a clue Sunday night.
At Monday’s Sarasota City Commission meeting, a new mayor, vice mayor were chosen, while two commissioners were sworn in.
Check out which Florida nursing homes were ranked as “high performing” in U.S. News & World Report’s 2022-23 Best Nursing Homes list.
Police are investigating an officer-involved shooting Tuesday morning on Beneva Road in Sarasota.
During recent Music Compound Retreat & Awards, team members recognized for passion for and commitment to music school's mission
A Sarasota woman died after being hit by a pick-up truck while walking on Clark Road, FL Highway Patrol said.
Uplifting holiday presentation melds gospel music with the poetry of Langston Hughes; show runs Nov. 30-Dec. 23
This 10KSF Longboat Key home on the Gulf of Mexico has a huge waterslide that starts from the rooftop deck, Michael Saunders & Co. said.
Sarasota Police Department @SarasotaPD UPDATE 3PM Saturday, Nov. 12th: Ms. Ellis has returned home and is safe. Thank you to everyone!
An $11.4M Miami home on Palm Island, a St. Pete waterfront home on Boca Ciega Bay and a piece of FL Paradise on the Manatee River.
A missing Sarasota woman was last seen Saturday morning in the 2500 block of 10th Street, police said.
Some local restaurants and national chains are open for Thanksgiving Day in the Sarasota area.
Check out what's open and closed on the Veterans Day holiday in Sarasota County.
Featuring the Southeastern premiere of Derrick Skye’s “god of the gaps,” and a quintet of St. Louis-based musicians
A red tide advisory in Sarasota County now affects 16 area beaches, the Florida Department of Health said.
Junior League of Sarasota awards SCC a grant of $7,458 to support the future success of teens who are in foster care or homeless
With Tropical Storm Nicole hitting FL, Sarasota County schools have closed, transit services and Hurricane Ian debris pick-up paused.
Central West Coast chapter of the FPRA presents ‘Unleashing Your Potential to Transcend Boundaries & Impact Change’