Palmetto seeing wave of new development
The city of Palmetto is investing millions into redevelopment projects, including new retail, riverfront improvements, and downtown revitalization. FOX 13's Jennifer Kveglis reports.
Neighborhood threatens legal action over shed
Sarasota resident Barbara Wagner has been ordered to remove a shed that she's had in her backyard for four decades over alleged deed violations. FOX 13's Blake DeVine reports.
136 teachers, support staff removed across Sarasota County Schools
Students and teachers hosted a "Stop the Cuts" rally in Sarasota on Tuesday to protest the downsizing of educational staff across the district.
Woman killed in Bradenton crash, troopers say
SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - A woman was killed Tuesday evening in Bradenton when she rear-ended a semi on U.S. 41, the Florida Highway Patrol said. Investigators say a Hyundai was traveling north on the right lane of U.S. 41 shortly before 5:30 p.m., approaching the intersection of Scale Avenue. At...
Shore plans return to St. Armands Circle with new, flood-resilient design
A popular business on St. Armands Circle that left the island after back-to-back hurricanes is planning a comeback.
The North Port-Bradenton, FL Metro Is the Real Estate Haven Where Smart Boomers Grew...
The North Port-Bradenton, FL, metro area has been a notable location for Boomers and older homeowners to build significant wealth.
Two longtime Sarasota law firms merge
Two longtime Sarasota law firms have joined together in what the entities are calling a “strategic merger.” Syprett Meshad and Eastmoore Crauwels & DuBos are joining forces under the name Syprett Meshad & DuBose. “With this merger, we are bringing together two of Sarasota’s most established and recognized...
Manatee County deadline for property tax installment plan is approaching
BRADENTON, Fla. (WWSB) - The deadline to participate in the 2026 property tax installment payment plan is April 30. This does not apply to unpaid 2025 taxes, which are now delinquent. “If the estimated tax is more than $100, Florida law allows taxpayers to make quarterly payments on real estate...
Manatee County launches new bulk pickup pilot May 1 for unincorporated residents
MANATEE, Fla. (WWSB) - Manatee County Utilities customers in unincorporated Manatee County will soon have a new option for getting rid of large household items. Beginning Friday, May 1, 2026, the county is launching a Bulk Collection Pilot Program that expands curbside bulk pickup. Under the pilot program, residential customers...
Sarasota County Schools sue tax collector over multi-million-dollar funding dispute
The Sarasota County School Board and two county taxpayers have filed a lawsuit against Tax Collector Mike Moran and the constitutional office he controls alleging “unlawful diversion” of taxpayer funds that were supposed to support local students. The suit was filed Friday in the Circuit Court of the...

















