Some good news for Sarasota Bradenton International Airport, a recent report has ranked it one of the best medium-sized airports in the nation.

With scallop season already underway in part of the state, their is concern for the future of the industry. It’s been nearly a year since red tide hammered throughout the Suncoast, affecting marine life, including scallops.

Nearly one year after red tide hammered the Suncoast, the U.S. House of Representatives voted this week to fund research that could possibly save lives.

Walking to Lido beach will be easier for those who live nearby. New sidewalks are being constructed along Polk and Ford Drives connecting them to the beach.

A big step forward for a culinary icon on the Suncoast. For decades, people have enjoyed eating at the Columbia Restaurant on St. Armands Circle in a building they’ve always rented. Now they can call it their own.

A big construction project gets underway tomorrow on a popular Suncoast bridge. Crews will begin working on the Longboat Key bridge pass on the northern end of Longboat Key.

Construction to improve a railroad crossing in Manatee County has officially begun. Parts of State Road 70 have been closed down since midnight, and already some people who live in the area say they are worried that this closure might cause chaos.

Last month, demolition began at the GWIZ building in Sarasota. For years, the former children’s museum showcased bricks that honored many family’s loved ones. Now those families are asking, what will happen to those memorials?

Construction on Main Street Sarasota began last week, and since, crews have closed down parts of Lemon Avenue. Some business owners say they’re affected by this construction.

One local veteran received the surprise of a lifetime on Thursday.

Sarasota City Commission held their first meeting in June, and looked into different plans, including park improvements.

Today marks the first day of hurricane season. As we have learned it only takes one storm to make it an active one. That’s why officials late urging people to get prepared now.

Hurricane Irma taught local leaders many lessons about hurricane preparedness. Since, Sarasota County emergency officials have been trying to improve their game plan. One of them is re-evaluating hurricane shelters.

Sarasota County Schools are sitting down at the bargaining table this week with the the Sarasota Classified Teacher’s Association. The contract negotiations include talk of establishing a $12 an hour minimum wage for some classified employees.

Hundreds honored those who died for our country at the annual Venice-Area Memorial Day Ceremony on Monday.

Temperatures are surging up to 90s, and electric bills can go up as well. ABC 7 found out important information to keep those cooling costs down.

Knight announced last week, after more than six months of investigation, 16 people were arrested in "Operation Ice Mama." They seized over half a pound of meth, two guns and other illegal drugs. The reemergence of meth in the county is causing a big problem.

It’s that time of year in the Suncoast where temperatures are on the rise.

Record hitting temperatures can be dangerous to the body. Many will be hitting the beach or other outdoor events this Memorial Day weekend around the Suncoast, and health officials advising everyone to be cautious while enjoying the sun.

Millions of Americans are starting to head out for the upcoming holiday weekend, and the Sarasota Brenton International Airport is preparing for an increase in people traveling to and from the Suncoast.

There are more road improvements on the way in Sarasota. The more than $800,000 project is aimed to increase pedestrian safety.

A new Florida law that bans texting while driving will soon impact drivers around the state.

With weather like this, it’s no wonder our Suncoast waterways end up getting clogged with lots of us getting out on the gulf, and bays and rivers. Next weekend is Memorial Day, and those waterways will be getting even more crowded.

Shoppers who go to Desoto Square Mall are seeing more vacant signs, and fewer of their favorite shops. Those shoppers say they hope something is done to revive the mall, to keep them from having to drive around to shop.

While the drainage pipe problems that caused holes to form at Cortez Plaza in Bradenton have been fixed, some shoppers are still concerned for their safety.

They’re here and they’re everywhere. Love bugs are mating and getting all over your car.

Sarasota County officials are looking for better ways to get around, and they’re asking for the public’s input on what we’d like to see improve with SCAT bus routes.

The proposed artwork is part of the Unity Monument Project, and it will be donated to the city. The exact placement of the artwork has not yet been determined, and will depend of the size of the sculpture.

Teacher appreciation week kicked off Monday, and as a way to give back, a local business provided food to a group of educators.

The Venice Municipal Fishing Pier is expected to close in the next two weeks for renovations. The project is expected to last 90 days, as the city hopes to improve this popular spot, to a safe and enjoyable destination.