Kristi Sultan

2 weeks ago | snntv.com | Kristi Sultan

BRADENTON, Fla. (SNN) — A woman is facing serious charges after allegedly setting her boyfriend’s car on fire outside a Bradenton apartment complex, an act she initially claimed was a cigarette-related accident. Bradenton police responded to a car fire earlier this week at an apartment complex. When officers arrived, they discovered the charred remains of a Honda Accord and quickly identified a potential suspect.

2 weeks ago | snntv.com | Kristi Sultan

VENICE, Fla. (SNN) — As South Sarasota County experiences a population boom, critical services — especially healthcare — are struggling to keep pace. A newly opened standalone emergency room in Venice hopes to help bridge that gap. Located on U.S. 41 Bypass South, the new facility offers South Sarasota County residents quicker access to emergency medical care — potentially saving lives by reducing travel time during medical crises.

3 weeks ago | snntv.com | Kristi Sultan

HOLMES BEACH, Fla. (SNN) — After last year’s damaging storm, Holmes Beach officials are urging residents to prepare early for hurricane season — with a stern warning that those who ignore evacuation orders and later request emergency help may not receive assistance. Last year’s storms left sand washed into homes, kitchens, roads, and neighborhoods across Holmes Beach and Anna Maria Island. Although recovery efforts have progressed, city leaders say they are taking no chances this season.

4 weeks ago | snntv.com | Kristi Sultan

BRADENTON, Fla. (SNN) — A new scheme is sweeping across the Suncoast and the state of Florida, targeting drivers with fake unpaid traffic ticket warnings and pressuring them to pay immediately or face serious consequences. The scheme involves a text message claiming to be from the Department of Motor Vehicles. It warns of unpaid fines and threatens license suspension, pushing unsuspecting recipients to send money right away. But officials are urging the public to think twice before taking the bait.

4 weeks ago | wfla.com | Kristi Sultan

BRADENTON, Fla. (SNN) — The Bradenton Police Department is preparing for a shift in leadership as longtime public servant and former Assistant Chief Josh Cramer is set to become the city’s next chief of police. The announcement follows the planned retirement of Chief Melanie Bevan, who has led the department for the past nine years. The Bradenton City Council officially confirmed Cramer’s appointment during a recent meeting, signaling a return to the department he served for nearly three decades.