Three executives of a failed airline that left hundreds of people stranded across the country, including in Punta Gorda, have been sentenced. The former leaders of Direct Air got between 5 and 8 years... Read More.

The Sarasota County Commission this week took what they hope is a step to making home ownership more affordable in the area. The council unanimously approved allowing houses smaller than 750 square feet to... Read More.

Biologists and other rescue partners helped two dolphins that got in trouble in Englewood this week. A group of scientists spotted the dolphins and put out a net to catch them. Once secured, they... Read More.

A Bonita Springs man's car troubles were mistaken for a bomb threat Thursday morning. The Bonita Springs Fire Department initially got a report of a bomb inside of a car, but upon investigation... Read More.

A Bradenton woman will spend the next 21 months in federal prison for stealing government money. Roselle Fitzgerald pleaded guilty last December and was sentenced on Wednesday. Fitzgerald worked at various law firms as... Read More.

Florida lawmakers are eyeing a crackdown on people who claim their pets are emotional support animals to evade rules and deposits in rental units and condominium developments. Republican Sen. Manny Diaz of Hialeah says... Read More.

A Cape Coral man accused of shooting and killing another man at his home, was just arrested for stalking a Cape Coral police officer. Ryan Doyon went to trial for the murder in February,... Read More.

Last year, the City of Sarasota granted the School District’s wish and extended the hours that School Avenue is closed through the center of the Sarasota High School campus. Now the next stage--closing the... Read More.