Suspect caught near Canadian border
PORT CHARLOTTE — Nearly nine months after he fleeing authorities and being deemed “armed and dangerous,” a fugitive has been apprehended.
Sarasota Shelter Pawsitively Packed: Reduced Fees This Weekend To Find Pets A Home
SARASOTA, Fla. – Sarasota County Animal Services is urgently seeking forever homes for its adoptable pets as the shelter has reached full capacity for dogs and is nearing capacity for cats and kittens. With 22 dogs, 40 cats, and kittens currently available for adoption, the shelter is encouraging community members to...
‘Punishing people for sleeping outside will not end homelessness,’ SPLC files motion to intervene...
A Bay area organization is looking to joins an ongoing legal battle between the city of St. Petersburg and a business owner.
FIRST LOOK – Pork Roll Pete’s
🗣️ What’s in a Name? Sometimes not all that much. In this case, a lot! Not only does the name of the place make you grin. But the product that they serve has a crazy story all its own!. Every region in this country has its unique...
11 Bradenton PD Officers promoted by Mayor Brown for service and leadership
BRADENTON, Fla. (WWSB) - During a ceremony held on August 28, City of Bradenton Mayor Gene Brown promoted 11 officers to higher ranks. The ceremony was held on Thursday at the Honorable R.B. “Chips” Shore Historical Courtroom in Bradenton and recognized the service and leadership within the department.
Contractor arrested on charges in Sarasota, Charlotte counties appears before judge
A contractor at the center of a Better Call Behnken investigation that began more than a year ago has been arrested for the second time this month.
Hap’s Honda BMX racing team robbed of equipment, community stepping in
SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - A local Sarasota BMX racing team that’s been around for more than 50 years had a major setback. Hap’s Honda BMX Racing team said someone broke into their trailer last Saturday, stealing $1,500 worth of equipment, including a generator and fans. The team manager...
Sarasota big and tall retailer to shutter after nearly 50 years
A store that has been part of Sarasota’s retail landscape for nearly half a century is going out of business. King James Big & Tall will shutter at the end of October after 47 years in operation. “Competition from big box stores and online retailers has made continuing unsustainable,”...
Hospitality group, with debut in downtown Sarasota, to focus on small restaurants
Key takeaway: Two hospitality industry veterans who founded a hospitality group focused on smaller restaurants have opened a fresh concept in Sarasota with plans to expand to multiple eateries in the region. Core challenge: Maintaining high-quality experiences consistently for every guest. What’s next: The plan is to...
Venice council rejects settlement proposal in dispute with developer Pat Neal over Vistera
VENICE – For the second time in 16 months the Venice City Council denied a request by developer Pat Neal to add 317 homes to his proposed Vistera development. The council's vote was 4-3. But on Aug. 26 – unlike April 9, 2024, when a majority of the board voted against an increase in the number homes from 1,300 to...
