At its July meeting, the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) approved a rule to modify fishing regulations at Skyway Fishing Pier State Park. Starting Oct. 1, 2023, the following changes will be in... Read More.

UPDATE: The decedent has been identified as 73-year-old Roger Harold Nehring 7-11-50. Next of kin has been notified. The cause of death will be determined pending autopsy... Read More.

Operation Southern Slow Down Officers with the Sarasota Police Department will participate in Operation Southern Slow Down beginning Monday, July 17, 2023. The Sarasota Police Department partners with law enforcement agencies throughout Florida, Alabama, Georgia,... Read More.

Southwest Florida Blue Crab Trap Closure Ending Early On July 17 Recreational and commercial blue crab traps can be placed back in southwest Florida waters starting Monday, July 17. The blue crab trap closure included... Read More.

On July 13, 2023, the DeSoto County Sheriff's Office (DCSO) made a significant arrest that ensured the safety of our community. Christopher Hodges, a dangerous individual with a history of violence, was apprehended following... Read More.

In a significant move, the Sarasota County commissioners have unanimously agreed to implement a ban on smoking cigarettes and filtered cigars at all county beaches and parks, effective October 1, 2023. In preparation for... Read More.

Farmers Insurance on Tuesday, Farmers Insurance became the latest property insurance company to pull out of Florida. The decision will impact roughly 100,000 policyholders in the state. Due to state law, Farmers... Read More.