Sarasota County opens resource center for residents impacted by Debby
It's now been almost a week since Tropical Storm Debby brushed by Tampa Bay. Still, many residents in some neighborhoods in Sarasota with flooded homes are helpless so local and state agencies are now working together to get relief to people in need by opening up multi-agency resource centers.
Laurel Meadows residents continue questioning why they flooded as waters begin receding
Laurel Meadows in Sarasota is still dealing with flooding, but the difference in the last 24 hours is extremely noticeable. As the water recedes, residents are racing against the clock as they begin the recovery process.
Sarasota art studio offers kids' workshops with fun twist
At Children’s Art Classes Sarasota, summer workshops provide a snapshot of the studio’s school-year curriculum. Many workshops have a fun twist, like one called “Pokemon Odyssey."
Fight over parking in handicapped space led to deadly shooting in Sarasota, court documents show
New court documents show a deadly weekend shooting in Sarasota stemmed from a confrontation over parking in a handicapped space.
'It's overwhelming:' Sarasota County residents get first look at flooded homes after Debby
They were taken from their homes by boat on Monday. Three days later, it took a boat once again for some residents to reach their homes.
Sarasota neighborhoods still left with flooding 4 days after Tropical Storm Debby
Over four days since Debby first tore through Sarasota as a tropical storm, several neighborhoods are still facing unprecedented flooding.
Gov. DeSantis tours Sarasota County as residents recover from flood damage after Tropical Storm Debby
Sarasota residents are recovering from severe flood damage after Tropical Storm Debby brought record rainfall to the Bay Area.
'It's indescribable:' Sarasota neighborhood turned into a swamp by Tropical Storm Debby
Days after Tropical Storm Debby roared past Sarasota, residents of several communities were left putting together the pieces of homes and neighborhoods wreaked with flooding.
Olympic medalist Stephen Nedoroscik comes home to Sarasota: 'It's unbelievable'
There was a roar of cheers Tuesday night at Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport for one of the most talked about Olympians of the Paris games: 25-year-old gymnast Stephen Nedoroscik.
Sarasota veterans non-profit left picking up the pieces after building flooded during Debby
A Sarasota non-profit discovered its main building flooded with several feet of water following Tropical Storm Debby.
Sarasota residents cleaning up following historic flood from Debby: 'I have to start at zero'
Families in Sarasota are figuring out how they're going to start over after flooding from Debby ruined everything inside their homes.
Sarasota residents evacuated from homes after record rainfall from Tropical Storm Debby
Sarasota saw record rainfall on Sunday as Hurricane Debby roared past the Gulf Coast, leaving flooding and storm surge in its wake.
Neighbors band together to help others during Sarasota flood
Neighbors in Sarasota came together on Monday to help get everyone to higher ground after Debby brought record rainfall, causing major flooding.
Man charged with murder in deadly Sarasota shooting
The Sarasota Police Department has arrested a man in connection with a deadly shooting near Hart’s Landing on Saturday.
1 dead after shooting in Sarasota, police investigating
An adult was taken to the hospital with life-threatening injuries after a shooting on Saturday afternoon, according to police.
Florida Highwaymen exhibit on display at Selby Gardens
Visitors to Selby Gardens in Sarasota get to travel back in time with an exhibit of The Florida Highwaymen: Interstate Connections.
Researchers keeping eye on nests as sea turtle hatchings ramp up
There are two months left in sea turtle nesting season, and about 300 volunteers work with researchers at Mote Marine Laboratory to keep an eye on nests and hatchlings throughout the season.
Sarasota using FEMA grant money to improve storm resiliency after Hurricane Ian caused serious damage
The City of Sarasota was awarded at least three grants for infrastructure resiliency projects from FEMA's Hurricane Ian Hazard Mitigation Grant Program.
Sarasota bar named among best in America for 2024 by USA Today
USA Today set out to find the best bars in America and a watering hole in Sarasota has earned a spot on the list.
New wedding dresses sell for $100 or less at Sarasota shop during 3-day sale to raise money for the arts
From classic lace to those that sparkle and shine, The Exchange in Sarasota is selling 300 new wedding dresses for $100 or less to raise money for a good cause.