Manatee County corrections deputy charged in DUI crash
An off-duty Manatee County corrections deputy was arrested after allegedly driving under the influence, the sheriff's office said.
Florida bill would give Benderson Development its own taxing district at UTC
A new bill in the Florida House would turn the University Town Center into a special government district and give one of the region’s most influential developers the power to set specific rules and levy new taxes. House Bill 4091, introduced last week by State Rep. Bill Conerly, R-Lakewood...
From Market Favorite to Neighborhood Cafe
When The Empanada Girl first appeared at the Sarasota Farmers Market in March 2010, few shoppers knew what an empanada was. Founder and owner Stefania Fochi—a culinary school graduate with a love for the dish—started with just a handful of flavors and the goal of sharing food with her community. “There was nobody...
Sarasota County, FL, popular Boca Kitchen Bar and Market restaurant cited for 5 violations
State inspectors cited five high-priority violations, one basic violation, and two intermediate violations at Boca Kitchen Bar and Market in Sarasota County, FL, during a routine inspection conducted by the Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation.
Teen dies in early morning motorcycle crash, FHP says
BRADENTON, Fla. (WWSB) - One teenager has been killed and another is in the hospital with life-threatening injuries following a crash early Monday in Manatee County, the Florida Highway Patrol said. Eastbound lanes were closed as the investigation continues on State Road 70 near Caruso Road. The two teens, a...
Movement Takes Center Stage: Calder Exhibition at Selby Gardens and Sandor Museum Opens February...
Mark your calendar for the 10th Annual Jean & Alfred Goldstein Exhibition, “Alexander Calder: The Nature of Movement,” opening Sunday, February 8, 2026. Selby Gardens members get early access on Friday, February 6. This year, they’re bringing Calder’s original works into the galleries at the Richard and Ellen...
Embracing our Differences 2026 Grand Opening Celebration
SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - The 23rd Grand Opening Celebration of Embracing Our Differences will showcase 50 billboard-sized works of art, each paired with an inspiring quote, highlighting and celebrating individuality. The event featured live music performances, food trucks, and interactive, family-friendly activities...
This Old-Fashioned Florida Fishing Village Is Full Of The State’s Best-Kept Secrets
Some Florida places make time feel optional. Along Sarasota Bay, Cortez Fishing Village is one of them. Working docks, salty air, and the rhythm of daily life set the scene. Pelicans glide overhead, boats come and go, and nothing feels rushed. If you love fresh seafood and real Florida character,...
Big changes on the way for the forecast, cooler temperatures and stronger winds
SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - Today: I hope you’ve enjoyed the weather today because we have another cold front on the way which is going to bring change for us once again! High Temperatures peaked in the mid to upper 70s under sunny skies. Tonight: Expect temperatures tonight to fall...
Bradenton hit-and-run crash leaves pedestrian dead, motorcyclist arrested
BRADENTON, Fla. - A motorcyclist was arrested after police say he left the scene of a deadly crash after hitting a pedestrian crossing a road in Bradenton Friday evening. According to the Bradenton Police Department, the crash happened around 6:45 p.m. at the intersection of Manatee Avenue and 21st Street East.
