Sarasota Pineapple Drop nominated for best New Year's Eve celebration. Here's how to vote.
Sarasota's Pineapple Drop has been nominated by USA Today for the best New Year's Eve celebration in the United States.
Florida man accused of fraud after estate sales, police searching for more possible victims
A man is facing criminal charges in multiple Florida counties after investigators say he conducted estate sales, then didn't pay his clients all the money they were owed.
Sarasota’s Celery Fields redevelopment sparks debate among community
It's one of the top spots for bird watching in the state. The Celery Fields in Sarasota County attracts more than 100,000 people a year. But, the Audubon Society is concerned plans for 170 homes could ruin the destination.
'I need to protect other people's pets:' Coyote sightings, attacks continue on Siesta Key
For Michael Hancock, a small Morkie called Coco was more than a pet.
Sarasota charter school that’s helped thousands needs the community’s help rebuilding after Hurricane Milton
A Sarasota school is turning to the community after Hurricane Milton so it can continue being a resource for the area.
Tampa Area airports find many guns in luggage over Veterans Day Weekend: TSA
Thirteen loaded firearms were taken from passengers while they boarded flights from three different Tampa Bay Area airports, according to TSA.
Humanitarian aid to Haiti on hold as FAA flight ban grounds Venice-based group
A Bay Area group that delivers cargo and humanitarian aid to Caribbean countries, including Haiti, has had to put their missionary work on pause.
Signs of progress: boat removal continues in Sarasota after Helene and Milton
Many boats are still scattered along the coastline from Venice to Sarasota as crews continue the cleanup from Hurricane Helene and Milton.
Sarasota National Cemetery calls on community to honor veterans
The Sarasota National Cemetery is more than 18,000 wreaths short ahead of National Wreaths Across America Day. Organizers hope the community will lend a hand before the Dec. 4 deadline looms.
Bradenton Beach waterfront restaurant reopens 6 weeks after hurricanes: 'Many hands make light work'
One of Bradenton Beach’s many beachfront restaurants saw friends toast the day it finally reopened after six weeks after Hurricanes Milton and Helene.
Sarasota restaurant offering authentic flavors of Amish cooking
For finding a piece of home while visiting Sarasota, Der Dutchman offers the flavors of family favorites all in one location.
Teens accused of attacking 67-year-old man arrested in Sarasota
Police in Sarasota are investigating an attack that left a 67-year-old man with visible head injuries.
Sarasota County man dead after being found unconscious, injured in Bradenton neighborhood: Detectives
A Sarasota County man is dead after he was found unconscious and injured in a West Bradenton neighborhood more than a week ago. Now, detectives are investigating what led up to the man's death.
'Adopt' a North Port family and spread holiday cheer
North Port Social Services needs help to bring Christmas Joy to the North Port community.
How Sarasota schools are planning to use AI to keep students safe
Sarasota County schools are using new artificial Intelligence gun detection technology to increase security.
17-year-old dead after shooting at Sarasota park, deputies investigating
A 17-year-old boy died after a shooting at Twin Lakes Park early on Sunday morning, according to the Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office.
Scuba divers can find treasure in Venice
It's known as the Shark Tooth Capital of the World for a reason, but the casual beachgoer might want a little help when visiting Venice with hopes of finding a fossilized treasure.
Red tide found in water samples from Southwest Florida to Pinellas County
Red tide has been detected in Southwest Florida and offshore in some areas from south Sarasota County to Pinellas, and researchers are monitoring it.
Tervis releases ‘Florida Strong’ tumbler to raise money for hurricane relief
Tervis is raising money for disaster relief after Hurricanes Helene and Milton.