Florida free swimming lessons bill would fight tide of child drowning deaths. What to...
Last month a 5-year-old Bradenton girl died of an apparent accidental drowning. Sadly, she wasn't unusual. Florida — a state...
Publix exec to exit after 45 years
Publix announced Wednesday the upcoming departure of Vice President of Customer Experience Bob Bechtel, who will retire March 31. The Florida-based grocery chain said...
Bradenton police arrest former Manatee County teacher’s aide in ongoing investigation
A former Manatee County teacher's aide is in custody in connection to a 7-year-old, non-verbal student being tied up to a chair after the...
SMH-Venice to open new beds April 1
VENICE — Additional beds will be coming online at Sarasota Memorial Hospital-Venice in less than two months. The top three levels of...
Allegiant announces 3 new flights from 2 Tampa Bay area airports
TAMPA, FLA. (WFLA) — Allegiant announced three new nonstop routes from two Tampa Bay area airports on Monday. The airline announced a...
New restaurant concept opening in Sarasota’s Rosemary District
One of the most anticipated local restaurant openings of the year will soon make its debut, joining Sarasota's growing Rosemary District....
Celebrating Black History Month Throughout the Suncoast
As the nation dedicates the month of February to commemorate Black History, it is essential to shine a spotlight on the Suncoast of Florida,...
Nurse Follows Family Legacy, Recognized for Compassionate Care
Alexis Pompey, RN always knew she wanted to be a nurse. She comes from a family of nurses and followed their example. "I like...
Sarasota man becomes Florida State Fair favorite serving Amish donuts and pretzels
TAMPA, Fla. - As soon as the gates to the Florida State Fair opened Sunday, people immediately started lining up outside one of the...
Teacher’s skull cap removed after student punches her repeatedly, reports say
TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — A teacher at an Ohio high school was seriously injured when a student assaulted her in a classroom after...
