Sarasota man accused of keeping kids out of school while living in home with bugs, trash, empty beer cans
A Sarasota man is facing felony child neglect charges after police said his three sons were found living in deplorable conditions and not going to school.
Bomb squad finds inactive grenades in student's backpack at Sarasota Military Academy, police say
Sarasota police say a bomb squad found inactive grenades in a student's backpack while investigating at Sarasota Military Academy Tuesday morning.
The rise of Art Deco showcased through vintage posters at Sarasota Art Museum
Through 100 rare advertising posters, Sarasota Art Museum's "Art Deco: The Golden Age of Illustration" showcases the rise of the Art Deco artform in the 1920s.
Sarasota Little League treasurer accused of stealing $200,000 in league funds
Instead of stealing bases, deputies say the treasurer of Sarasota Little League was stealing money.
Research shows illegal shark fin trade occurring globally despite international protections
Research shows the illegal shark fin trade is still occurring globally despite international protections spanning more than a decade.
Mote Marine commemorates Veterans Day with 'Combat Wounded Veteran Challenge'
Mote Marine commemorated Veterans Day with the Combat Wounded Veteran Challenge.
Longboat Key's Seahorse Beach Resort continues serving visitors one year after devastating hurricane season
Longboat Key's Seahorse Beach Resort continues serving visitors after the devastating 2024 hurricane season.
Sarasota family seeking justice for teen's murder after charges dropped
The Santana family in Sarasota is seeking justice for their son and brother after the homicide charge for the man accused of murdering him was dropped.
Wallenda siblings attempt to break world record at UTC with Criss Cross wire walk
Overcoming what could have been a tragedy, the Wallenda family has proved to the world courage can overcome fear and any obstacle you face.
Art Center Sarasota exhibition focuses on smaller, intimate pieces
Art Center Sarasota is nearing its milestone 100th birthday, so they are of course celebrating by focusing on art that is small, with the exhibition "Small Works."
Sarasota mom says government shutdown is preventing son from receiving potentially lifesaving treatment
Sarasota mom says the government shutdown is preventing her son from receiving potentially life saving treatment.
Sarasota sex scandal sparks lawsuit from Christian and Bridget Ziegler
Christian and Bridget Ziegler have filed a lawsuit against the city of Sarasota and two Sarasota police detectives over the investigation that thrust their personal lives into public view in 2023.
Major project happening along US 41 in Sarasota, replacing water main
Crews in Sarasota are working to replace a major water main. Over the decades, they've seen problems with aging and breaks in the system.
Florida Studio Theatre breaks ground on project to bring living spaces for artists and more to Sarasota
Florida Studio Theatre breaks ground on their new $57 million McGillicuddy Arts Plaza.
‘Take Care of Maya’: Appeals court reverses $208M judgement against Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital
Nearly two years after a judge awarded more than $200M to Maya Kowalski and her family, an appeals court reversed the decision in favor of Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital.
Progressive auto insurance to give back $1B to Florida policyholders
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis said Progressive auto insurance policyholders in Florida should be getting a rebate or a credit due to litigation reform in the state and those who are insured by other companies should see savings in the near future.
Deadly shooting at Sarasota home prompts investigation: SCSO
One person is dead after a shooting at a home in Sarasota, according to the sheriff's office.
Sarasota County gets green light to dredge Phillippi Creek
Islands of sand and sediment have appeared where they shouldn't be in Sarasota's Phillippi Creek.
Firefighters battle two-alarm fire at strip mall on Tamiami Trail in Sarasota
Firefighters battled a two-alarm fire at a strip mall on Tamiami Trail in Sarasota this morning.
Sarasota art exhibition features items that are 'Shopliftable'
When organizers at the 502 Gallery wanted an unforgettable and catchy name for an art exhibition, they thought of "Shopliftable".