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SARASOTA, Fla. — Your drive to Siesta Key will start to look different when crossing the south bridge to the island. Sarasota County commissioners are moving forward with purchasing the two acres of waterfront property for just under $21 million. Now, the most colorful part of Stickney Point Road...

A new luxury home community with prices starting at about $1.4 million is planned for Lakewood Ranch as builders continue adding high-end housing across Southwest Florida. Monterey at Lakewood Ranch – Egret Collection will feature single-family homes ranging from 4,320 to more than 5,800 square feet, with preserve and

SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - Local area law enforcement gathered in Sarasota May 11 to honor 11 officers, deputies and troopers who died in the line of duty in 2025. The Sarasota County Schools Police Department hosted the 2026 Sarasota County Law Enforcement Memorial at Bayside Church on Bee Ridge Road.

MANATEE, Fla. (WWSB) - Manatee County leaders are inviting residents to learn more about how the county budget works and how property tax dollars are used, through a new live online workshop called “Budget 101.”. County officials shared details about the webinar on ABC 7 News at Noon, saying...

Tucked away on 4th Street North in St. Petersburg, Florida, the Fourth Street Shrimp Store has been winning hearts and stomachs for decades. This casual, no-frills seafood spot has built a loyal following not just from locals, but from people all across the Sunshine State who make the drive just for a bowl of their leg

Early cancer detection is a core priority for Sarasota Memorial Health Care System, a publicly owned, not-for-profit health system on Florida's Gulf Coast. The health system has invested more than $2 billion developing its Brian D. Jellison Cancer Institute in recent years, including building three cancer care faciliti

The national housing market just posted its weakest price growth in nearly 15 years. Median home prices rose only 0.5% year over year in the first quarter of 2026, landing at $404,300, according to the National Association of Realtors’ quarterly metro report released in early May. According to NAR’s historical quarterl

Near Wimauma, the nonprofit Valor Service Dogs trains service dogs to help veterans cope with anxiety, PTSD and other challenges after military service. Retired Army Col. Peri Anest says his service dog, Andy, has helped him sleep better, manage anxiety and feel comfortable returning to public places. Valor Service Dog

NORTH PORT — A North Port middle school teacher arrested Friday on charges of lewd behavior has "a history of inappropriate behavior" involving students over more than 10 years, according to court documents released Monday.

Florida Highway Patrol ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. – A fatal crash involving a vehicle and a...