Boyd amendment could block cruise terminal planned for Terra Ceia Aquatic Preserve
SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - Legislation could derail controversial cruise port plan in Manatee County. State lawmakers are taking steps that could stall a proposed mega-cruise ship port near the Terra Ceia Aquatic Preserve, as a new amendment aims to strengthen environmental protections before any construction can begin....
Body camera footage shows Sarasota Police pulling 2 people from burning home
SARASOTA, Fla. (WSVN) — It was a race against time for a group of Sarasota Police officers who were on a mission to save a group of people inside a burning home. Body camera footage captured the tense moments and split-second decisions officers made as they ran toward the danger for the fiery rescue.
Venice abandons idea of reopening jetty park
VENICE — The potential multi-million-dollar price tag has erased any sentiment among City Council members to try to reopen Humphris Park before the South Jetty is rebuilt.
St. Pete officer guilty of department violations in connection to Hard Rock explosives case
A police officer was found guilty on Tuesday of department violations in connection with an investigation into explosives found in a Tampa casino.
Florida Property Tax Cut
SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - Fun, Smart, Talk. Our take on what’s making headlines on the Suncoast. Today, one of our Hot Topics included a discussion about Florida property taxes possible getting cut. If you have ideas for what topics we should discuss next, email us at [email protected]!
Outlaw Light Beer Wild Card Shootout Set For World Series of Pro Mod
When the 2026 Drag Illustrated World Series of Pro Mod presented by Red Line Oil rolls into eliminations Saturday at Bradenton Motorsports Park, the spotlight won’t shine on just 32 cars. Thanks to a new partnership with Outlaw Light Beer, positions 33 through 64 after qualifying will have their own stage – and their...
Longboat Key hitchhiker gets visit from police
Civil disturbance: Police were called to a resort to help settle a billing dispute after a guest checked out. According to management, a man checked into the hotel for one room but invited a friend over who used an adjoining room. Upon checkout, the guest refused to pay for the adjoining room. When he left, hotel...
Bradenton Police searching for missing teen
SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - The Bradenton Police Department is asking the public for help in finding a missing teenager. Bryson Smith, 16, ran away with three other teens on Feb. 4. Police say the others returned, but Bryson is still missing. He was seen on the Riverwalk Feb. 4 but...
Sarasota deputies identify couple found shot in head during welfare check
The Sarasota County Sheriff's Office released the names of two people who were killed in a shooting Feb. 22.
‘I was scared for them’: Fire destroys duplex on Longboat Key
Firefighters responded to Lands End Drive on the north end of Longboat Key Monday after a 911 caller reported a structure fire.
