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Hundreds of people were in attendance today for Gabby Petito’s memorial service in a Holbrook funeral home Sunday.
Updated: 2 hours ago
|By ABC7 Staff
A Blue Alert has been issued for Patrick McDowell, the man accused of shooting a deputy in Nassau County.
Updated: 2 hours ago
|By Shane Battis
ABC7 found out what it takes to work as a bounty hunter, or bail agent, in Florida now that the famous Dog the Bounty Hunter has entered the picture in the search for Brian Laundrie.
Updated: 6 hours ago
|By ABC7 Staff
Community members are rallying around the family of a Palmetto High School student who died from COVID complications, according to family friends.
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Updated: 8 hours ago
|By ABC7 Staff
The sounds of amazing grace and cheers filled the green of North Port City Hall as residents of North Port and other parts of Florida gathered Saturday evening for a butterfly release and candlelit vigil for Gabby Petito.
Updated: 9 hours ago
|By ABC7 Staff
The television personality, whose name is Duane Chapman, was seen walking straight to the Laundrie house before knocking on the door.
Updated: 9 hours ago
|By Mike Modrick
Dew points drop back into the 60s, which means lower humidity for several days. And we're entering a drier weather pattern
Updated: 17 hours ago
|By Justin Hobbs
More sunshine and warm temperatures are on the way for the rest of the weekend.
Updated: Sep. 25, 2021 at 1:01 PM EDT
|By Shane Battis
This board has been set up as a way to pay tribute to live lost for the National Day of Remembrance for Murder Victims.
Updated: Sep. 25, 2021 at 8:33 AM EDT
|By Shane Battis
The 48-year-old passenger is in critical condition after the driver of the car she was riding in tried to make a U-turn.
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Updated: Sep. 25, 2021 at 6:30 AM EDT
|By Mike Modrick
We're entering a drier weather pattern as we ease into October
Updated: Sep. 25, 2021 at 5:15 AM EDT
|By ABC7 Staff
A butterfly release and vigil for Gabby will happen Saturday night in North Port City Hall.
Updated: Sep. 25, 2021 at 12:21 AM EDT
|By ABC7 Staff
A vigil was put on by the neighbors and family members for Demetrick Edwards, 43. The vigil kicked off with many different candles and flowers being placed around a memorial that was created in remembrance of Edwards.
Updated: Sep. 24, 2021 at 9:20 PM EDT
|By ABC7 Staff
The Manatee Chamber of Commerce is holding a Planning Retreat & Leadership Conference this weekend.
Updated: Sep. 24, 2021 at 7:56 PM EDT
|By Bob Harrigan
It’s down to only two names left in this busy 2021 season. For the second year in a row it looks like we will have to tap into another list of names. Sub-tropical storm Teresa
Updated: Sep. 24, 2021 at 7:28 PM EDT
|By ABC7 Staff
Police were called to the home of Brian Laundrie’s parents after a report of shots fired Friday evening.
Updated: Sep. 24, 2021 at 6:09 PM EDT
|By ABC7 Staff
North Port Police confirm that the search for Brian Laundrie has effectively ended for Friday, though some crews will remain at Carlton Reserve for the evening. It’s the seventh day of the search for Brian.
Updated: Sep. 24, 2021 at 5:52 PM EDT
|By Justin Hobbs
The 2021 sea turtle season has been quite a success according to Mote Marine.
Updated: Sep. 24, 2021 at 4:41 PM EDT
|By ABC7 Staff
Due to heavy rains between Sept. 18 and Sept 22., several roads in North Port are being closed.
Updated: Sep. 24, 2021 at 4:36 PM EDT
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A sheriff’s deputy was in critical condition early Friday following a shooting during a traffic stop in north Florida, officials said.
Updated: Sep. 24, 2021 at 4:24 PM EDT
|By ABC7 Staff
Agriculture Commissioner Nikki Fried announced that her department will work to phase out the use of polystyrene products in Florida grocery stores, markets, convenience stores and other businesses.
Updated: Sep. 24, 2021 at 1:44 PM EDT
|By ABC7 Staff
More than 300 nests still remain on Sarasota-area beaches
Updated: Sep. 24, 2021 at 12:32 PM EDT
|By ABC7 Staff
The investigation into her death and disappearance continues.
Updated: Sep. 24, 2021 at 11:33 AM EDT
|By ABC7 Staff
The Manatee County Sheriff Office confirms that one of its employees has died.
Updated: Sep. 24, 2021 at 10:53 AM EDT
|By ABC7 Staff
Police are looking for a black Ford F-150 with a black tonneau cover
Updated: Sep. 24, 2021 at 9:55 AM EDT
|By ABC7 Staff
An arrest warrant has been signed for Laundrie's arrest
Updated: Sep. 24, 2021 at 9:29 AM EDT
|By ABC7 Staff
She was last seen Sept. 4
Updated: Sep. 24, 2021 at 6:53 AM EDT
|By John Scalzi
Smaller rain chance today
Updated: Sep. 23, 2021 at 10:35 PM EDT
|By Rick Adams
Brian Laundrie's parents say they haven't heard from him in more than a week.
Updated: Sep. 23, 2021 at 10:09 PM EDT
|By ABC7 Staff
The School District of Manatee County is changing its COVID-19 student quarantine policy.
Updated: Sep. 23, 2021 at 7:31 PM EDT
|By Justin Hobbs
A cold front makes way through the Suncoast, leading us to an A+ weekend.
Updated: Sep. 23, 2021 at 5:51 PM EDT
|By ABC7 Staff
A federal arrest warrant is out now for Brian Christopher Laundrie, according to FBI officials.
Updated: Sep. 23, 2021 at 5:03 PM EDT
|By ABC7 Staff and Venice Gondolier
A law firm in Venice is now offering a reward for information that leads the FBI to the whereabouts of Brian Laundrie, according to the Venice Gondolier.
Updated: Sep. 23, 2021 at 4:54 PM EDT
|By Shane Battis
Steven Claytor from North Florida Survival weighed in on what it would take for someone to make it in the harsh Carlton Reserve alone.
Updated: Sep. 23, 2021 at 3:14 PM EDT
|By ABC7 Staff
The City of Moab is launching an internal investigation into the Moab City Police Department’s handling of an Aug. 12 incident involving Gabrielle Petito and Brian Laundrie.
Updated: Sep. 23, 2021 at 2:08 PM EDT
|By ABC7 Staff
$6,000 in reward money is being offered by local residents
Updated: Sep. 23, 2021 at 1:50 PM EDT
|By ABC7 Staff
Clinics are hosed by Riverview High School and Sarasota Community Church
Updated: Sep. 23, 2021 at 1:48 PM EDT
|By Associated Press
U.S. safety investigators are asking anyone who witnessed a fiery Tesla crash last week near Miami that killed two people to send them video or photos taken at the scene.
Updated: Sep. 23, 2021 at 11:45 AM EDT
|By ABC7 Staff
Wildlife officers were called, who were able to safely relocate the gator.
Updated: Sep. 23, 2021 at 11:43 AM EDT
|By ABC7 Staff
The latest in the disappearance of 22-year-old Gabrielle Petito.
Updated: Sep. 23, 2021 at 10:28 AM EDT
|By ABC7 Staff
He victimized stores in four states, including Sarasota County.
Updated: Sep. 23, 2021 at 9:28 AM EDT
|By ABC7 Staff
If you have information on his whereabouts, contact the FBI tip line at 1-800-CALL-FBI
Updated: Sep. 23, 2021 at 6:32 AM EDT
|By John Scalzi
A front moves into Florida
Updated: Sep. 23, 2021 at 5:57 AM EDT
|By ABC7 Staff
The search in Carlton Reserve resumes this morning
Updated: Sep. 22, 2021 at 10:19 PM EDT
|By Rick Adams
Grandaunt remembers the life of Gabby Petito.
Updated: Sep. 22, 2021 at 9:15 PM EDT
|By ABC7 Staff
The new protocols come from the state’s newly appointed surgeon general, Dr. Joseph Ladapo.
Updated: Sep. 22, 2021 at 7:56 PM EDT
|By Bob Harrigan
Fall is coming to Florida but just not here. A cold front is going to make it to central Florida by Friday and then
Updated: Sep. 22, 2021 at 6:55 PM EDT
|By Kassie Simmons
Gabby Petito’s murder is heartbreaking news for everyone who has followed her story, but it’s especially devastating for those who knew Gabby.
Updated: Sep. 22, 2021 at 5:11 PM EDT
|By ABC7 Staff
A Sarasota County 911 operator has passed away suddenly eight days before his retirement.
Updated: Sep. 22, 2021 at 5:10 PM EDT
|By ABC7 Staff
The injured infant was transferred to All Children’s Hospital in St. Petersburg.