News Brief

A Charlotte County judge’s decision this week sent a clear message: there’s no getting out while awaiting trial for this one. Dennis Lee Olson, 53, was denied bond after appearing in court on charges... Read More.

If you’ve been wondering how to actually use all those AI tools cluttering your phone, or you’re curious about the artists who quietly built Sarasota’s creative reputation, the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Ringling... Read More.

When Karen Stansberry’s phone got hacked in October, she thought calling AT&T for help would solve the problem. Instead, what followed was months of billing nightmares that left her questioning whether she’d ever escape... Read More.

A promising young life was cut short early Sunday morning on one of Southwest Florida’s busiest highways. Lauryn Akey, a 21-year-old University of South Florida nursing student, was killed when a pickup truck traveling... Read More.

In the face of heart-wrenching tragedy, Paul DeMello turned his sorrow into action after losing his 13-month-old twin sons, Joshua and Christian, to drowning in a backyard pool. This devastating incident, which occurred on... Read More.

Art lovers, get ready! Art Center Sarasota is shaking things up this summer with the unveiling of four new exhibitions that’ll run from May 21 to July 31, 2026. As part of their Centennial... Read More.

A tragic incident unfolded early Sunday morning on Interstate 75 in Charlotte County, Florida, when a wrong-way driver caused a devastating crash that left one young woman dead and several others injured. The driver,... Read More.

Cyclists from Sarasota and Manatee counties will unite on May 20, 2026, for the 24th Annual Ride of Silence. This poignant event promises a somber tribute to cyclists who have lost their lives or... Read More.

Florida’s Gulf Coast is no stranger to fishing fame, but this year it’s making headlines with 58 local charter captains earning the prestigious 2026 Angler’s Choice Award. This elite honor, bestowed on less than... Read More.

A two-acre brush fire erupted in Englewood, Florida, on Friday afternoon, igniting concerns and capturing the attention of local authorities. The fire was first reported around 4 p.m., and firefighters quickly got to work.... Read More.