Updated: Aug. 8, 2019 at 9:03 AM EDT
|By Amber Casart
Supervisor of elections in Sarasota County is recruiting bilingual poll workers.
Updated: Jul. 29, 2019 at 6:42 AM EDT
|By Amber Casart
Florida Highway Patrol says around 5am, 21-year-old Blake Horn of Bradenton was driving eastbound on Webster Street, west of Robinson Avenue, when he fell asleep. Horn lost control of his vehicle and crashed into a utility pole and cable box.
Updated: Jul. 29, 2019 at 4:42 AM EDT
|By Amber Casart
It happened around 9:10 Sunday night on U.S. 41 and Rockley Boulevard in South Venice. According to state troopers, a 54 year-old man was riding his bike against traffic, heading southbound in the northbound lane on 41.
Updated: Jul. 2, 2019 at 1:24 PM EDT
|By Amber Casart
Potholes can cause serious damage to your car. Here's how to report pothole and curb issues on the Suncoast.
Updated: May. 22, 2019 at 5:06 AM EDT
|By Amber Casart
Deputies say they were called to 5737 Clark Rd. after 2:45am Wednesday and found three people with gunshot wounds who’d been involved in a fight. They were transported to Sarasota Memorial Hospital and deputies say the injuries were not life-threatening.
Updated: May. 21, 2019 at 4:08 PM EDT
|By Amber Casart
That’s the decision by the Sarasota City Commission, following a marathon meeting on Monday night. Commissioners were up until 1:30am on Tuesday, debating the proposal.
Updated: May. 17, 2019 at 9:31 AM EDT
|By Amber Casart
Nearly four hour stand-off in Palmetto ends peacefully
Updated: May. 16, 2019 at 2:14 AM EDT
|By Amber Casart
Vladimir Altman, 22, faces charges for allegedly pointing the laser as a tactical flight officer and pilot were on routine patrol Wednesday night. When suddenly, they spotted someone shining a green laser at them.
Updated: May. 15, 2019 at 6:06 AM EDT
|By Amber Casart
The Wildlife, Inc. Education and Rehabilitation Center in Bradenton Beach is asking for some help with donations.
Updated: May. 7, 2019 at 4:43 AM EDT
|By Amber Casart
Hepatitis A cases soar past 1,000
Updated: May. 2, 2019 at 1:59 AM EDT
|By Amber Casart
The accident happened around 9:30pm on North Tamiami Trail near 42nd Street. The man was crossing the road when he was struck by a truck traveling northbound.
Updated: May. 1, 2019 at 6:56 AM EDT
|By Amber Casart
Starting May First, Frontier Airlines will offer non-stop flights from Tampa International Airport to Raleigh-Durham International Airport.
Updated: Apr. 30, 2019 at 5:58 AM EDT
|By Amber Casart
President Trump to visit Florida Panhandle next week.
Updated: Apr. 26, 2019 at 5:47 AM EDT
|By Amber Casart
The accident happened around 5 a.m. between Arlington and Hawthorne on U.S. 41 and closed the northbound lanes as police investigated. The lanes re-opened around 7:15 a.m. and traffic is again moving normally through the area.
Updated: Apr. 22, 2019 at 8:39 AM EDT
|By Amber Casart
Shooting at Bradenton club sends two men to the hospital.
Updated: Apr. 22, 2019 at 5:54 AM EDT
|By Amber Casart
Earth Day events scheduled in Sarasota and Manatee Counties.
Updated: Apr. 18, 2019 at 4:44 AM EDT
|By Amber Casart
SPD responds to serious accident Thursday morning.
Updated: Apr. 9, 2019 at 2:39 PM EDT
|By Amber Casart
Gov. Ron DeSantis to lead trip to Israel this May
Updated: Mar. 22, 2019 at 10:00 AM EDT
|By Amber Casart
Developer wants to build 20 townhomes in Venice
Updated: Mar. 22, 2019 at 6:04 AM EDT
|By Amber Casart
South Florida museum submits funding request for its manatee rehabilitation facility
Updated: Feb. 25, 2019 at 4:48 PM EST
|By Amber Casart
Tonight road repairs will be conducted on two busy roads in the city of Sarasota.
Updated: Feb. 21, 2019 at 6:18 AM EST
|By Amber Casart
Construction update for new fire station on Apex Road in Sarasota County.
Updated: Feb. 21, 2019 at 4:41 AM EST
|By Amber Casart
Two people injured when a helicopter crashed in Clearwater on Tuesday.
Updated: Feb. 21, 2019 at 4:04 AM EST
|By Amber Casart
Construction is now underway for new roundabout in Sarasota County.
Updated: Feb. 20, 2019 at 11:31 AM EST
|By Amber Casart
Around 2,000 Redfish will be released in waters off a Suncoast beach Wednesday morning.
Updated: Feb. 20, 2019 at 3:46 AM EST
|By Amber Casart
A Mardi Gras Parade will roll through Rubonia this weekend.
Updated: Feb. 12, 2019 at 4:54 PM EST
|By Amber Casart
A big set-back for the plan to build a community pool in Palmetto.
Updated: Feb. 1, 2019 at 10:00 AM EST
|By Amber Casart
Sarasota County Commission changes the rules for how residents can voice their concerns at meetings.
Updated: Jan. 28, 2019 at 11:37 AM EST
|By Amber Casart
Troopers say around 7:30am, 62-year-old Deelena Fae White of Venice was driving north on US 41 approaching 1st Street and was conducting multiple lane changes within the inside and outside travel lanes.
Updated: Jan. 25, 2019 at 8:48 AM EST
|By Amber Casart
So many students are taking advantage of Florida's Bright Futures scholarships that the state is now pumping more money into the program.
Updated: Jan. 24, 2019 at 8:42 AM EST
|By Amber Casart
Another effort to turn off red-light cameras is on the move in the Florida House.
Updated: Jan. 24, 2019 at 8:31 AM EST
|By Amber Casart
Seniors are more susceptible to Flu-related complications
Updated: Jan. 23, 2019 at 9:08 AM EST
|By Amber Casart
The Sarasota County School District is taking the next steps in implementing a cell phone ban.
Updated: Jan. 22, 2019 at 3:04 PM EST
|By Amber Casart
One I-75 project in Manatee County is wrapping up, while another one won't be completed for a few more years.
Updated: Jan. 22, 2019 at 9:51 AM EST
|By Amber Casart
One Florida lawmaker is trying to do something about the long lines and empty gas pumps during hurricane evacuations.
Updated: Jan. 9, 2019 at 2:16 PM EST
|By Amber Casart
Happy Birthday to Manatee County as they turn 164 years old today!
Updated: Jan. 9, 2019 at 1:22 PM EST
|By Amber Casart
A crash ended in flames after a driver hit a stopped Florida Highway Patrol car after a trooper was helping another driver. On November 5, 2018, Trooper Richard Verbiest pulled up behind a car that was stopped on the inside paved shoulder of southbound I-75 in Lee County.
Updated: Jan. 4, 2019 at 5:46 PM EST
|By Amber Casart
Various weekend events were highlighted in the Suncoast today and here are a few options to choose from.
Updated: Jan. 2, 2019 at 10:42 AM EST
|By Amber Casart
Registration is now open for the 30th Annual Gulf Coast Games for Life.
Updated: Jan. 1, 2019 at 6:23 PM EST
|By Amber Casart
The child was airlifted to an Orlando hospital.
Updated: Jan. 1, 2019 at 8:46 AM EST
|By Amber Casart
New Year brings Workers' Comp changes in Florida
Updated: Jan. 1, 2019 at 7:49 AM EST
|By Amber Casart
The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating an accident in Manatee County that claimed the life of a Lakewood Ranch woman.
Updated: Dec. 21, 2018 at 9:42 AM EST
|By Amber Casart
FDA warns about teething necklaces, bracelets
Updated: Dec. 18, 2018 at 10:43 AM EST
|By Amber Casart
Florida lawmakers target texting, talking while driving.
Updated: Dec. 10, 2018 at 4:17 AM EST
|By Amber Casart
Sarasota Farmers Market submits proposal for new pavilion with restrooms.
Updated: Dec. 7, 2018 at 8:21 AM EST
|By Amber Casart
FHP investigating fatal accident at University Parkway and Lockwood Ridge Road.
Updated: Dec. 7, 2018 at 6:31 AM EST
|By Amber Casart
City of Sarasota to hold open house on the pedestrian-friendly improvements planned for Lemon Avenue.
Updated: Dec. 6, 2018 at 12:50 AM EST
|By Amber Casart
Accident leaves female motorcyclist seriously injured in Sarasota.
Updated: Dec. 5, 2018 at 9:26 AM EST
|By Amber Casart
The Manatee County school district is looking to hire hundreds of new teachers.
Updated: Dec. 5, 2018 at 6:04 AM EST
|By Amber Casart
Bradenton man sentenced to more than 10 years for downloading child porn