Sarasota won’t close Wilkinson Elementary, but will expand it to K-8
Sarasota will expand Wilkinson Elementary, one of its half-empty elementary schools, instead of closing it down, said school district superintendent Terry Connor on Monday. "I felt it was really important to tell you face to face that Wilkinson is going to be fine," Connor told dozens of parents who gathered at the...
Former teacher’s aide trial delayed again in child molestation case
BRADENTON, Fla. (WWSB) - A former teacher’s aide at a local elementary school will face trial next March on charges of molesting a 7-year-old student. Angel Mercado’s trial has been rescheduled for March 30, 2026, at the Manatee County Courthouse. The trial was originally scheduled for this past summer.
Bradenton Police Department says, “Slow down in school zones!”
BRADENTON, Fla. (WWSB) - Tuesday, Bradenton Police Department reports they have issued 3,541 school speed zone violations since the start of the 2025-2026 school year. The speed zone cameras are located at 10 schools in the City of Bradenton and operate the entire school day. The locations of each of the cameras are...
Manatee County double murder trial set for January
SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - A Manatee County judge has set January 5 as the trial date for Thomas Matejcek, the man accused of brutally murdering his mother and her boyfriend. The same judge who ruled Matejcek competent to stand trial made the scheduling decision. In April, after evaluations from doctors, the judge ruled...
Aldi supermarket sets opening date for new store on Dr. MLK Jr. Street North...
After months of anticipation, Aldi has officially announced the opening date for the new St. Petersburg store. The German-based discount grocer will welcome customers to its fourth St. Pete location on Thursday, November 6th at 8:45 a.m. St. Pete Rising first reported that the Winn-Dixie at 3327 Dr. MLK Jr....
Bradenton homeowners complain of no work, no refund from contractor
The Bradenton Police Department says their criminal investigation into Redfin Construction/MTC General Contractors is ongoing.
HOT TOPICS: Nike develops powered sneakers with motor technology
SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - Nike is developing experimental sneakers with built-in motors designed to help people run and walk faster and farther than ever before. The athletic giant has partnered with a robotics company to create what they call the world’s first powered footwear system for running and walking. The shoes...
South Sarasota gets new 325-unit luxury apartment complex
Arlington Properties, in partnership with Battery Global Advisors (BGA), has acquired 18.42 acres at 7914 S. Tamiami Trail to develop Tapestry Sarasota, a 325-unit luxury apartment community located just west of Palmer Ranch. Construction is underway with delivery anticipated in early 2027. The project marks one of...
This Charming Restaurant In Florida Will Serve You The Best French Toast Of Your...
Tucked away on a sunny street in Gulfport, Florida sits a lime-green cottage that’s responsible for more breakfast epiphanies than should be legally possible in one location. Stella’s isn’t just a restaurant – it’s a morning ritual, a community gathering spot, and quite possibly the reason some Floridians set...
The Gator Bites At This Restaurant In Florida Are So Good, They Deserve Their...
In the heart of Bradenton, there exists a culinary wonderland where the star of the menu watches you from the walls while you devour its relatives with surprising enthusiasm. Linger Lodge Restaurant & Bar stands as a monument to Florida’s wild side – both on the plate and hanging from every available surface.
