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Tinnitus on the Suncoast: Why Millions Deal with That Constant Ringing and What to Do About It

Monday, August 3

For millions of Americans, silence isn’t actually silent. It comes with a persistent ringing, hissing, or buzzing that never quite fades into the background. That’s tinnitus, and it’s a condition that touches a significant number of people right here on the Suncoast. Ken Seibert,... Read More.

House Fire on Herndon Place Displaces Residents, Firefighter in Stable Condition After Medical Emergency

Sunday, August 2

A house fire in Sarasota County Sunday morning sent a firefighter to the hospital and displaced several residents. The fire was reported just before noon in the 1000 block of Herndon Place, and Sarasota County Fire Department crews arrived on scene within six minutes.... Read More.

Cheerleader’s Hospital Confession Thrown Out in Newborn Death Case: What the Court Ruled and Why It Matters

Sunday, August 2

A legal bombshell has just landed in a case that’s been making headlines since 2023. The New Mexico Supreme Court ruled that a body camera confession from Alexee Trevizo, a high school cheerleader charged with first-degree murder, cannot be used as evidence at trial.... Read More.

“Love After Lockup” Star Latisha Collier Sentenced to 15 Years for Identity Theft Against Her Own Client

Saturday, August 1

The fall from reality TV fame can be steep, but for Latisha Collier, it just landed her in prison. The former “Love After Lockup” star was sentenced on Thursday to 15 years in an Iowa prison on forgery and theft charges. The case stems... Read More.

USF’s New Duck Crossing Sign Is a Win for Campus Wildlife and Driver Awareness

Saturday, August 1

A new sign is turning heads at the University of South Florida’s Tampa campus. It’s a duck crossing sign, and it’s been installed near the Crescent Hill Garage on USF Holly Court. The sign is the result of an online fundraiser organized by Kaylee... Read More.

Florida Man Indicted for Murder in Shocking Leaf Blower Case Involving 6-Month-Old Infant

Saturday, August 1

A Marion County grand jury has indicted 38-year-old James Westervelt on first-degree murder charges in the death of a 6-month-old infant. The baby died in August 2024, but the indictment was only filed this week, on July 30, 2026. According to investigators, Westervelt allegedly... Read More.

Suncoast Grocery Savings: Smart Ways to Cut Your Weekly Food Bill in Sarasota, Bradenton, and Venice

Saturday, August 1

Grocery prices are climbing across the Florida Suncoast, and shoppers in Sarasota, Bradenton, and Venice are feeling the squeeze at checkout. The weekly total for basics like milk, bread, and produce keeps creeping up, but there are practical ways to fight back without sacrificing... Read More.

Travel Softball Coach Jailed on Child Abuse Charges: What Suncoast Parents Need to Know

Friday, July 31

A youth travel softball coach in Woodford County, Illinois, is behind bars facing a litany of charges. Jason Rockhold was arrested Monday after a two-week investigation into allegations of abuse against a minor. The charges include criminal sexual assault, aggravated criminal sexual abuse, grooming,... Read More.

Federal Contract Cut Leaves 20,000 Migrant Children in Florida and Nationwide Without Legal Aid

Friday, July 31

A $65 million federal contract with the Acacia Center for Justice was terminated today, leaving more than 20,000 unaccompanied immigrant children across the country without free legal representation. The contract, managed by the Department of Health and Human Services, provided legal screenings, court assistance,... Read More.

Bradenton Reveals What It Takes for Aviata Residents to Return After Roof Collapse Displaces 157 Seniors

Thursday, July 30

A roof collapse at Aviata at Bradenton Villas sent shockwaves through the Suncoast community last week, forcing the evacuation of 157 residents. Now the City of Bradenton has released a clear set of requirements for the facility to reopen. The property owners must hire... Read More.

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Tinnitus on the Suncoast: Why Millions Deal with That Constant Ringing and What to Do About It

House Fire on Herndon Place Displaces Residents, Firefighter in Stable Condition After Medical Emergency

Cheerleader’s Hospital Confession Thrown Out in Newborn Death Case: What the Court Ruled and Why It Matters

“Love After Lockup” Star Latisha Collier Sentenced to 15 Years for Identity Theft Against Her Own Client

USF’s New Duck Crossing Sign Is a Win for Campus Wildlife and Driver Awareness

Florida Man Indicted for Murder in Shocking Leaf Blower Case Involving 6-Month-Old Infant

Suncoast Grocery Savings: Smart Ways to Cut Your Weekly Food Bill in Sarasota, Bradenton, and Venice

Travel Softball Coach Jailed on Child Abuse Charges: What Suncoast Parents Need to Know

Federal Contract Cut Leaves 20,000 Migrant Children in Florida and Nationwide Without Legal Aid

Bradenton Reveals What It Takes for Aviata Residents to Return After Roof Collapse Displaces 157 Seniors

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