Daily Briefing: Sarasota Public Defender's office roiled by harassment complaint, suit

A Herald-Tribune investigation finds complaints of misconduct toward women in the Sarasota Public Defender's Office led to costly settlements. ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ ͏‌ Advertisement [eNewspaper]( | [Crosswords]( | [Horoscopes]( [Read in browser]( The Daily Briefing YOUR MORNING NEWS ROUNDUP Fri Aug 2 2024 [Sarasota Public Defender's office roiled by harassment complaint, suit]( [Larry Eger has been with the Public Defender's office since 1985, and has been the elected Public Defender for the 12th Judicial Circuit since 2008. ]( A Herald-Tribune investigation finds complaints of misconduct toward women in the Sarasota Public Defender's Office led to costly settlements. [READ MORE]( [Screaming Goat Taqueria is at 6606 Superior Ave., Sarasota. [Photo by Zack Kaplan]]( [Sarasota restaurant permanently closed after being open for six years]( The Sarasota restaurant, best known for its tacos, has permanently closed. [READ MORE]( [Chances increase for development of Invest 97L as of 2 p.m. Aug. 1, 2024.]( [Tropical wave Invest97L now on track for Sarasota, may intensify]( The National Hurricane Center predicts that Invest97L has a 70% chance to intensify. Sarasota and Bradenton are in its predicted path. [READ MORE]( [Downtown Sarasota's J.D. Hamel Park was host the Sarasota Seafood & Music Festival with thousands over the weekend attending the event that served-up some top-shelf local cuisine, live music and adult libations, music and fine art booths. For more information visit seafoodfestivals.com. THOMAS BENDER/ SARASOTA HERALD-TRIBUNE]( [Downtown Sarasota food, music festival, nearly a decade old, is moving]( The food and music festival attributed parking congestion and the impact on nearby condo residences in downtown Sarasota as reasons for the move. [READ MORE]( [Marijuana smoker.]( [I'm a conservative. Here's why Florida voters should legalize marijuana.]( Florida voters have an opportunity to protect individual liberty by supporting Amendment 3, which would legalize recreational marijuana for adults. [READ MORE]( Advertisement TRENDING STORIES 1 [Sarasota bar named one of the best in U.S.]( Sarasota bar received major accolades from USA TODAY for its unique setting, rich history, live music, and vast ... [READ MORE]( 2 [Sarasota, Bradenton's biggest luxury hotel and resort opens its doors]( The Palmetto Marriott Resort and Spa opened its doors July 22, marking the Sarasota Bradenton area's largest luxury ... [READ MORE]( 3 [Sarasota City Commission agrees not to appeal judge's Ziegler ruling]( The Sarasota City Commission agreed not to appeal a judge's ruling that SPD's search of Christian Ziegler's phone ... [READ MORE]( 4 [Former ballerina, Ashley Benefield, testifies in murder trial]( "I thought he was going to kill me," Ashley Benefield testified before a jury Friday morning. She was called as the ... [READ MORE]( 5 [Sarasota Memorial hospital board candidate dies after leukemia battle]( John A. Lutz retired to Englewood after more than 40 years in healthcare administration in Upstate New York [READ MORE]( Advertisement Vote with Confidence This 7-day newsletter course will help you be an informed voter before Nov. 5. [SIGN UP NOW]( SUBSCRIBE TODAY Our Reporting. Your Stories. Full access to subscriber-only content on all devices. Share bonus subscription with a family member or friend. The universal eNewspaper, the digital version of our print paper, plus bonus monthly magazines and hundreds of local papers. Original reporting of our hometown teams, from high school sports to the pros. [Unlock news for $1]( [SUBSCRIBE TODAY]( [Newsletters]( | [eNewspaper]( | [Crosswords]( Follow Us Problem viewing email? [View in browser]( [Unsubscribe]( • [Manage Newsletters]( • [Terms of Service]( • [Privacy Policy/Your California Privacy Rights]( • [Privacy Notice]( • [Do Not Sell My Info/Cookie Policy]( • [Feedback](