Melissa Ratliff

Sarasota

Digital Content Manager at WWSB-TV (Sarasota, FL)

Digital Content Manager for @mysuncoast in beautiful Sarasota. Formerly of @LEX18News. Kentucky Wildcat in Gator country.

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SPARCC Expert: Stalking can escalate. Here’s how to take action.

2 weeks ago | mysuncoast.com | Melissa Ratliff

SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - Thousands of viewers read a recent story on Mysuncoast.com following the arrest of a young woman who was arrested, accused of stalking her ex. Police were called to a home March 26 after a man said his ex-girlfriend, Riley Lutman, had poured paint, sardines and confetti on her ex-boyfriend’s truck as well as on his friends’ cars.
72-year-old woman arrested weeks after hit-and-run crash that killed 2 children

1 month ago | actionnews5.com | Bailey Striepling |Melissa Ratliff

SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB/Gray News) - An arrest has been made by authorities in Florida for the February hit-and-run crash that killed two children and left their mother in critical condition. According to the Sarasota Police Department, the crash occurred near the North Washington Boulevard and 7th Street intersection on Feb. 10. The incident involved a Lexus vehicle and a family that was crossing the roadway.
Judge dismisses wrongful death lawsuit filed by Gabby Petito’s family against police

Nov 20, 2024 | fox5vegas.com | Melissa Ratliff

MOAB, Utah (WWSB/Gray News) - A judge has dismissed a lawsuit filed by Gabby Petito’s family against the city of Moab and its police department, citing a nearly 60-year-old Utah state statute. Nichole Schmidt, the mother of Gabby Petito, filed the lawsuit in a Utah district court in November 2022, saying police failed to protect her daughter who was murdered by her fiancé weeks after an encounter with law enforcement.
Exploring The Potential Of Cannabis In Managing Parkinson's Disease

Nov 18, 2024 | mondaq.com | Melissa Ratliff

Parkinson's Disease (PD) is a progressive neurological disorder that affects millions of people worldwide, characterized by tremors, stiffness, and difficulty with balance and coordination. This disorder results from the degeneration of dopamine-producing neurons in the brain, leading to a range of symptoms that can severely impact daily life. While medications exist to manage these symptoms, they often come with side effects and may lose efficacy over time.
Navigating the Legal Boundaries of Telehealth

Jul 16, 2024 | lexology.com | Melissa Ratliff

It may seem like telehealth emerged overnight during the COVID 19 pandemic. However, telemedicine has been developing for centuries. Depending on how you define telehealth, you could say it has been around for hundreds of years. The exact date of the first use of telecommunication for medical purposes is unknown. Some literature suggests that information about the bubonic plague was transmitted across Europe via smoke signals.
Nowcast: Fourth of July facts with Rob and Melissa

Jul 3, 2024 | mysuncoast.com | Melissa Ratliff

SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - It’s time for Fourth of July celebrations across the United States. ABC7′s resident history nerd and digital content manager does a quiz with ABC7′s Rob Wells to see how much we know about America’s birthday. Sources for today’s Trivia comes from the Smithsonian, The National Archives and History.com. Copyright 2024 WWSB. All rights reserved.
Sarasota County School police officers honored for bravery

May 29, 2024 | mysuncoast.com | Melissa Ratliff

SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - Dozens of Sarasota County School police officers have been honored for their bravery in a ceremony at Sarasota County School Board Chambers Wednesday morning. Those who protect and serve Sarasota County Schools have been honored in a special ceremony included three officers who put their lives on the line for the community. Officers Andre Jenkins, David Singer and Sergeant Todd Perna all have one thing in common; they are heroes.
Florida Migrant Farmworker safety in spotlight after fatal crash

May 15, 2024 | wjhg.com | Melissa Ratliff

DUNNELLON, Fla. (WWSB) - An early morning fatal crash on Tuesday shut down a major roadway in Marion County and subsequent information revealed that the crash involved a busload of migrant farmworkers heading to a nearby watermelon farm. According to our sister station WCJB in Gainesville, the crash occurred around 6:30 a.m. on State Road 40 between Ocala and Dunnellon . A bus carrying 53 migrant workers to the farm collided with a pick up truck. The bus flipped. Eight people were killed.
Florida Migrant Farmworker safety in spotlight after fatal crash

May 14, 2024 | wctv.tv | Melissa Ratliff

DUNNELLON, Fla. (WWSB) - An early morning fatal crash on Tuesday shut down a major roadway in Marion County and subsequent information revealed that the crash involved a busload of migrant farmworkers heading to a nearby watermelon farm. According to our sister station WCJB in Gainesville, the crash occurred around 6:30 a.m. on State Road 40 between Ocala and Dunnellon . A bus carrying 53 migrant workers to the farm collided with a pick up truck. The bus flipped. Eight people were killed.
Florida Migrant Farmworker safety in spotlight after fatal crash

May 14, 2024 | mysuncoast.com | Melissa Ratliff

DUNNELLON, Fla. (WWSB) - An early morning fatal crash on Tuesday shut down a major roadway in Marion County and subsequent information revealed that the crash involved a busload of migrant farmworkers heading to a nearby watermelon farm. According to our sister station WCJB in Gainesville, the crash occurred around 6:30 a.m. on State Road 40 between Ocala and Dunnellon . A bus carrying 53 migrant workers to the farm collided with a pick up truck. The bus flipped. Eight people were killed.