Toursim Breaks Records in Sarasota County

The summer of 2011 was good to Sarasota County. In fact, local officials say it was the best summer season ever, thanks in large part to Siesta Key's late May designation as the best... Read More.

Man Arrested in Fatal Hit and Run

There's been an arrest made in a hit and run fatal on Sarasota's Fruitville Road on Monday. Sarasota Police arrested 38 year old Darden Nicks, who they say was the driver who fled after his... Read More.

Historic Englewood Home Burns

The Jenkins-Rinkard house withstood a hurricane, but a massive attic fire may be its demise. The fire that lit the sky Sunday night caused 150-thousand dollars damage, though the structure remains standing for the... Read More.

Police Keep Pension, See Raise Cut by 2/3

Police officers in Sarasota have staved off a change to their retirement benefits many felt was a recipe for disaster. City commissioners last night backed off from the plan that would have ended police... Read More.

Teen Jailed for Sex with 11-year Old

A 17-year old Cape Coral boy is behind bars for having sex with an 11-year old girl -- in, of all places, a church. Officers were called after the girl's mother took her to... Read More.

Walton faces More Charges

He was already under arrest for one crime, and is now facing more charges. Sheriff's officials said 48 year old Mark Walton of Battalla Road in North Port was in the Sarasota County Jail yesterday... Read More.

Guilty Plea In Charlotte Bank Robberies

A guilty plea in a series of Charlotte County bank robberies stretching back almost two years. Authorities say 48-year-old Kevin Stone of Tampa will be sentenced to seven years to life in the robberies.... Read More.

Red Tide To Move Out To Sea

We've been reporting on the bloom of so-called Red Tide that's been slowly moving toward Sun Coast beaches. Some of it already came ashore, washing up thousands of dead fish in a stretch from... Read More.