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The developer behind the 18-story Obsidian is now betting on a Florida settlement process. Host: Matt Kihnke wants to build downtown Sarasota’s tallest tower yet, on a quite small lot. His luxury project will be back next week before city commissioners—the same people who rejected it last year in a 4-1 vote. Ramon Lopez was at a protest by neighbors and...

A law that promotes affordable housing has put the Sarasota County Commission at odds with the state and developers. Host: A controversial state law has been used to push apartment development deeper into the countryside where they would not be allowed under current zoning regulations. Last month, the county commission blocked the projects located in residential and rural zoning categories, but organized residents opposed...

You know how sometimes you hear about a place that’s so good, people will drive for hours just to eat there? Well, I found one. Down in Florida, there’s this little fish shack that’s got a sandwich that’s creating a serious buzz. People aren’t just stopping...

Cinco de Mayo is almost here, and if you’re anywhere along Florida’s Gulf Coast, you’re in luck! With the holiday landing on May 5, 2026, local restaurants are gearing up to serve mouthwatering tacos and refreshing margaritas. Whether you’re looking for a lively scene or a cozy dinner, this list of 15 great spots has you covered!

A well-known sweet treat spot is opening the first of four Sarasota locations soon. Carvel , an ice cream chain based in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic, has been a favorite for northeasterners for geneartions, with the first shop opening its doors in 1934. Now, it will soon welcome guests to its first Sarasota location at 8382 S. Tamiami Trail, bringing the longtime favorite...

FLORIDA — An 18-year-old man died early Sunday after losing control of his vehicle on a wet roadway, according to the St. Petersburg Police Department. Officers said the crash occurred around 12:30 a.m. near the intersection of 68th Avenue North and Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Street North. Police identified the driver as Angel Burke, […] The post One person dead after vehicle...

SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - Today: A line of thunderstorms is making its way through the Suncoast bringing some much needed rain, heavy at times and having the possibility of turning strong to severe. A level one out of five is our risk, which is known as marginal. Mostly for strong winds embedded within storms.

Most retirement destinations in Florida require you to choose between eating and paying rent. Ocala lets you do both, which feels almost too good to be true in today’s economy. Here’s something that’ll make your friends in Sarasota spit out their overpriced smoothies: you can actually live comfortably in...

SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - We have a First Alert Weather afternoon. But storms develop AFTER the Markets have closed. Market weather is windy and humid, but no thunderstorms during the Markets. We’re tracking a cold front moving into the Suncoast this weekend, and it’s bringing our best chance of rain in almost a month. Saturday late afternoon and evening will bring the best chance of...

BRADENTON — From the window of his second floor office in the Manatee Performing Arts Center, Producing Artistic Director Rick Kerby can see his company’s future under construction.