Sarasota FL

The U.S. Small Business Administration announced the availability of low-interest federal disaster loans for small businesses and private nonprofit organizations in Florida that sustained economic losses caused by frost and freeze conditions occurring Jan. 23 through Feb. 5, according to a news release.

The Manatee County Sheriff's Office is warning residents about scam text messages claiming to be from the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles (FLHSMV). The messages falsely state that unpaid traffic tickets or tolls could lead to license suspension and include links asking for payment.

Florida Camera Club to host three-day conference at MTC The Florida Camera Club Council will host its 2026 Photography Conference for photographers of all skill levels on March 27-29 at Manatee Technical College (6305 State Road 70 E.) in Bradenton. The three-day event – “From Vision to Vivid: Bringing Your Creative...

FLORIDA — A 39-year-old man was killed in a single-vehicle crash early Saturday morning in Bradenton, according to police. The crash happened around 3:30 a.m. on 1st Street as the driver was traveling southbound, the Bradenton Police Department said. Investigators said the man lost control of his vehicle and crashed...

SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - Weekend Beach Forecast. If you’ve been waiting for a great weekend to head to the beach or get out on the water, this is it. High pressure is moving in and taking control, which means quiet conditions and plenty of sunshine are on the way.

SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - The Sarasota Sailing Squadron hosted Spectrum Sailing on Saturday, a sailing and peer mentorship program for autistic youth that offers kids the opportunity to build sailing skills, social skills and confidence. The program reached a new level with Next Tack, a more advanced program making...

VENICE — In an unusual twist, Venice Theatre is hosting a Silver Foxes production in which the play is about the theater itself.

Sarasota County held its much-anticipated budget workshop on February 26th, and the results were a mixed bag. There was genuine progress to acknowledge budget problems, and the commission deserves credit where it is due. At the same time, several issues surfaced that will require continued scrutiny. Taxpayers need to...

A Bradenton woman will serve more than a year in federal prison after prosecutors said she used a fraudulent identity to collect nearly $185,000 in government benefits. A federal judge sentenced a 69-year-old Jane Doe, also known as Rosario Alaniz, to 15 months in prison after she pleaded guilty in December 2025 to...

SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - Warming temperatures, sunshine, and spring break all drives locals and visitors to the beaches. ABC7 took a trip to Siesta Key Thursday morning to see thousands of people soaking up the sun and relaxing in the sand. Some people even ventured into the waters despite the...