Sarasota Memorial breaks ground on North Port’s first hospital
'It's about time:' Sarasota Memorial celebrated the groundbreaking of North Port's first hospital on Friday.
Sarasota Cat Killer Convicted on Felony Charge
SARASOTA — A year ago, George H. Boyd shot and killed his neighbor’s pet cat. On Tuesday, Boyd was convicted of felony Aggravated Animal Cruelty, a crime that carries a maximum possible sentence of five years in prison. Boyd had alleged that his business, Lucky’s Boat Storage, was...
St. Pete police warn against viral AI ‘homeless man’ prank after woman files false...
St. Petersburg police are warning the public about a dangerous social media trend involving AI-generated photos after officers said a woman falsely reported a man broke into her home and assaulted her.
Proposed townhome development near SRQ causing safety concerns
SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - A proposed townhome development across the street from Sarasota Bradenton International Airport is raising questions about safety. Residents are telling ABC7 they’re worried about the noise and their safety, living so close to the airport especially following a deadly crash in Louisville. The...
Crash backs up morning drivers on Sunshine Skyway Bridge
MANATEE COUNTY, Fla. (WWSB) - Morning drivers along I-275 were stuck in delays exceeding a half hour Thursday morning. A crash on the northbound side of I-275/Sunshine Skyway Bridge caused the headache. The right line had periodic closures, as commuters struggled with slow downs of 6 miles per hour, trying...
Bradenton police look for suspect in Christian school burglary
Bradenton police are looking for a suspect in a Christian school burglary on Nov. 2.
St. Pete woman killed in hit-and-run at Publix
A St. Petersburg woman was killed Friday evening in a hit-and-run, police said.
“Don’t Block the Box,” Bradenton adds pavement markings to reduce intersection gridlock
BRADENTON, Fla. (WWSB) - The city of Bradenton is adding special pavement markings at major intersections to help drivers avoid blocking the box and reduce gridlock. The markings are part of an effort to reduce dangerous conditions for motorists, pedestrians, and first responders. Bradenton Police Department says,...
Sarasota school board approves major changes pushing back on charter operator’s request
Some public schools in Sarasota County have been seeing a drop in student enrollment.
Manatee Clerk offering free services to veterans and active-duty military members
BRADENTON, Fla. (WWSB) - For the duration of November, Manatee Clerk is offering free services to veterans and active-duty military members. Complimentary copies, including official documents, passport photos, and notary services, will all be free to veterans and active-duty military personnel in honor of Veterans...
