Immigrant crackdown throws Bradenton family into distress Ramon Lopez talks to a sick mother of two who cannot work or take care of her children. Her husband is in ICE detention. Read Article »
What’s in your drinking water? In Manatee County, ‘forever chemicals’ were found in a greater-than-ideal concentration. But other chemicals are added to keep us safe. Read Article »
This Week in Local Government On Wednesday, the Sarasota County Commission will host a stormwater workshop. Read Article »
Bradenton banker rallies support for immigrants Junior Salazar uses protests, boycotts — and seeks dialogue with the other side. Read Article »
Makeover of Sarasota’s downtown master plan begins Step one: Picking a planner. One lobbyist is taking a high-profile role in the process. Read Article »
Massive Sarasota condo project faces opposition Florida’s Live Local Act may allow the developers to proceed regardless. Read Article »
Suncoast Searchlight: Developers exploit “Rent-a-Cow” loophole, costing counties millions The Greenbelt Law was meant to protect working farms. Now, developers use it to protect their profits. Read Article »
Sarasota hospital and nonprofits join forces to counter OB/GYN shortage Key is a new nurse-navigator program and hotline. Read Article »
Trump agenda brings hundreds of protesters to downtown, again U.S., rainbow and Ukrainian flags, homemade signs feature prominently at Five Points Park. Read Article »
PTSD, future flooding, and home price anxiety WSLR News catches up with a homeowner recovering from catastrophic Phillippi Creek flooding. Read Article »
It’s Friday. They gave you $50 and a bus pass. What now? Project 180 tries to make up the difference for thousands of released inmates. Read Article »
This Week in Local Government On Monday, City of Sarasota commissioners will discuss a historical landmark designation for the Van Wezel. On Wednesday, city planners will weigh a proposal for a massive mixed-use building downtown. Read Article »
Peace & Justice: A cancellation, then authentic travel! This Wednesday morning we’ll first talk to Florida Studio Theatre actress Rachel Moulton about the play The Cancellation of Lauren Fein. Then we’ll learn about Servas, which offers free homestays all over the world. Read Article »
