These 2 Florida spots among USA TODAYs 2026 Restaurants of the Year
USA TODAY Network food writers have been hard at work. If you're looking for a new restaurant to try, or want a meal that's especially memorable, they've just released the USA TODAY’s 2026 Restaurants of the Year list. ➤ What's best restaurant near you? See full list of 2026 Restaurants of the Year The list...
Agape Flights pilots killed in Haiti plane crash identified: ‘Our hearts are heavy’
VENICE, Fla. - The pilots killed in the Agape plane crash in Haiti have been identified by the organization. Agape Flights said in a press release on Thursday that their team is mourning the loss of Pilots Patrick Decker and Kory Elleby. Both died when the Agape cargo plane crashes in the mountains of Haiti.
Sarasota favorite makes USA TODAY Restaurants of the Year list
The casual waterfront seafood dining spot Tide Tables , located in the historic commercial fishing village of Cortez that borders north Sarasota Bay and the Intracoastal Waterway, has been named to USA TODAY’s 2026 list of best restaurants in the country . The USA TODAY Restaurants of the Year 2026 list, released...
FHP searching for witnesses in I-75 illegal U-turn crash that killed Manatee County man
HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, Fla — The Florida Highway Patrol is asking for witnesses of an I-75 crash involving a tractor-trailer making an illegal U-turn, which led to the death of a Manatee County man, to come forward. Troopers said the crash happened around 4:30 p.m. Monday when the tractor-trailer was...
Waterfront restaurant near Sarasota named one of the best in U.S.
One of the best restaurants in Sarasota and Bradenton — especially for the winning pairing of waterfront views and fresh seafood — has been named a top dining destination in America. Among 39 establishments from across the country, with only two from Florida, Tide Tables has earned a spot on the 2026 USA TODAY...
Amidst foggy conditions, crash closes US-41 Thursday morning
MANATEE COUNTY, Fla. (WWSB) - Drivers are forced to detour off of US-41 southbound, in Bradenton Thursday morning. A major crash involving multiple vehicles has injured at least one person, and shut down the southbound lanes of US-41. The crash is between 66th Ave West and Florida Ave. 26th Street...
People Plan Their Whole Day Around This Legendary All-You-Can-Eat Restaurant in Florida
If you love comfort food that tastes like it came straight from Grandma’s kitchen, Der Dutchman in Sarasota is your next must-stop. The Amish buffet and bakery lure you in with fried chicken, fresh pies, and warm hospitality that keeps plates and smiles full. With a glowing 4.6-star reputation and a gift shop...
Sarasota charter boat captains protest new permit requirement
Sarasota County charter boat captains took part in a rally Wednesday at Nora Patterson Bay Island Park to oppose a new county rule that they say could hurt the future of the industry.
Sarasota quadruple murder victims identified, linked to double homicide in South Florida
A shooting that left four victims and the suspect dead in a Sarasota gated community was linked to a separate homicide in Florida, authorities said.
Authorities respond after finding shark in dangerous predicament: ‘The deputies stayed close’
An onlooker captured video. Authorities respond after finding shark in dangerous predicament: 'The deputies stayed close' first appeared on The Cool Down .
