Sarasota County EMTs have new high-tech tool to help save lives
SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) -The Sarasota County Fire Department has a new tool to deliver immediate life-saving care in emergencies. The Butterfly iQ3 ultrasound system allows paramedics to conduct live telemedicine consults with the department’s EMS medical directors, who can see the patient and ultrasound images in...
Coyotes cause concern for local homeowner after killing her cats
SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - For pet owners, losing a pet can feel like losing a family member. One homeowner is feeling just that after she says she witnessed a coyote attack her cat of 11 years - right outside her front door. Scaring the neighbors, the coyotes are starting to...
Detwiler’s Farm Market To Open New DC In Palmetto, FL
Detwiler’s Farm Market will open its new state-of-the-art warehouse and distribution center at Florida International Tradeport in Palmetto, Florida, on Sept. 29. The 133,000-square-foot distribution center will serve as the hub for the company’s six grocery stores, creating new jobs, strengthening local supply chains...
Traffic backed up over 5 miles with I-75 crash
SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - The morning commute is delayed on I-75 northbound, approaching Clark Road. Live FDOT traffic camera feeds are showing what appears to be a crash involving multiple vehicles, just beyond the Clark Road off-ramp. As of 6:50 a.m., the right lane is blocked, and delays exceed 15...
St. Pete gas station to be redeveloped for new restaurant and retail hub
A major change is coming to the Grand Central District. The Citgo gas station and convenience store at 2801 Central Ave is set to be demolished to make way for a brand-new retail and dining hub. According to the Tampa Bay Business Journal, local contractor Build America Luxury Homes plans...
Pair of suspected thieves team up to skip-scan $80 in merchandise at Walmart
A pair of women from St. Petersburg were arrested for theft after allegedly teaming up to skip-scan items at Walmart. A deputy responded to Walmart, located at 550 U.S. Hwy. 27, Clermont, regarding shoplifting in progress around 5 p.m. Sunday, according to an arrest report from the Lake County Sheriff’s Office. Of...
Owner of Palmetto pet care business found guilty of animal cruelty
BRADENTON, Fla. (WWSB) - The owner of a pet care business in Palmetto has been found guilty of animal cruelty. Nicholas Zotto, a former officer with the Bradenton Police Department, was charged in 2023 for abusing dogs in his care at Pawsome Sitters. A sentencing date has not yet been...
Florida’s Next Major Aquarium to Open Oct. 8 in Sarasota
SARASOTA, Fla. — Mote Marine Laboratory & Aquarium announced that its long-awaited Mote Science Education Aquarium (SEA) will officially open to the public on Wednesday, Oct. 8, 2025, at Nathan Benderson Park. Tickets for the grand opening event and general admission are now available at mote.org/tickets. The...
Parents of Wilkinson Elementary students share concerns with school board
SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - Parents and students shared concerns over the possibility of the closing of Wilkinson Elementary School to Sarasota County School Board members Tuesday. The news that the STEM-certified school could close surprised many. “Completely shocked,” said Allie Martin. “We had no idea our school was...
9 St. Pete museums offering free admission for 1 day only
Nine museums across St. Petersburg will offer free admission for one day only.
