Child swept into drain after Sarasota water main breaks
A child drowned Sunday after a water main break occurred in Sarasota.
Man arrested after deputies find meth, $12K during traffic stop: HCSO
A man was arrested Friday after deputies allegedly found a trafficking amount of methamphetamine in his vehicle during a routine traffic stop.
Ukrainians in St. Pete celebrate country’s independence day
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (WFLA) — Ukrainians and members of the Epiphany Catholic Church in St. Petersburg gathered in solidarity Sunday morning for a celebration and symbol of unity. August 24 marks the 34th anniversary of the country’s independence. “The tragedy goes through not only the Ukrainian community, our...
Sarasota medical office building sees value jump more than 600%
A 2,467-square-foot medical office building across from Marie Selby Botanical Gardens in Sarasota sold for $3.6 million — 634% more than the its previous owner paid for it 19 years ago. The building is at 1545 Mound St., between Orange and Palm Avenues, and is one of three parcels...
Tropical Storm Fernand gets named in the Atlantic
SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - Tropical Storm Fernand got named in the Atlantic with an advisory from the National Hurricane Center shortly before 4:45pm on Saturday, August 23rd. The storm is moving towards the due north at 15 mph. Fernand has sustained winds of 40 mph and a central pressure of 1010 mb.
North Port to conduct city attorney interviews Aug. 29
NORTH PORT — North Port will interview three city attorney candidates Friday, Aug. 29.
Measuring Bay Health, One Scallop at a Time
What a day out on the water! Despite a soggy forecast, 16 boats and 105 snorkelers joined us for this year’s Scallop Search—and together we found 20 scallops!. Why does that matter? Scallops are more than just fun to spot—they’re a key indicator of water quality. Because they’re so sensitive to pollution and excess...
Morning storms in the forecast
SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - With onshore or west flow and a some pieces of energy moving in we can expect to see some morning showers and thunderstorms. We will also see a few scattered showers and storms in the afternoon. The biggest concentration of storms will be in the late morning and early afternoon. Some of the...
Two Sarasota properties sold for redevelopment see 600%, 700% price increases
A real estate development and investment firm has bought a senior living facility in Naples. The buyer is Redico and it acquired Amira Choice’s center at 9015 Bellaire Bay Dr. The center was renamed American House Naples. Redico did not disclose a sale price. Collier County records, however, show the property was...
Bradenton Police warn of email scam involving city permit invoices
BRADENTON, Fla. (WWSB) - Bradenton Police are warning people about an email scam targeting applicants in the City of Bradenton, Florida - Government permitting system. Officials say the scammers are impersonating City staff, claiming extra payments are required and demanding wire transfers for permit payments. The...
