Bradenton Beach weighs future of police department as city faces financial strain from 2024 hurricane season
On Anna Maria Island, the "down home feel" of Bradenton Beach is facing a potential shift as city leaders grapple with recovery from the 2024 hurricane season.
On Anna Maria Island, the "down home feel" of Bradenton Beach is facing a potential shift as city leaders grapple with recovery from the 2024 hurricane season.
Teen riding E-bike struck by SUV in crosswalk, flown to hospital: FHP
A Manatee County teen has been hospitalized after an SUV failed to yield to a crosswalk.
A Manatee County teen has been hospitalized after an SUV failed to yield to a crosswalk.
Bradenton's de Soto Heritage Festival Parade returns: 3 million beads and 87 years of tradition
If you take a drive down Manatee Avenue right now, you’ll see the telltale signs. The chairs are out, and the spots are being claimed. It’s a sure signal that the de Soto Grand Parade is getting ready to kick off Saturday night.
If you take a drive down Manatee Avenue right now, you’ll see the telltale signs. The chairs are out, and the spots are being claimed. It’s a sure signal that the de Soto Grand Parade is getting ready to kick off Saturday night.
Ex-minor leaguer claimed he was ‘scared & frustrated’ before fleeing deadly Manatee County I-75 crash: PCA
A probable cause affidavit is revealing more details about what was going through the mind of a former minor league baseball player after he was allegedly involved in a deadly hit-and-run crash on I-75 in Manatee County on Monday morning.
A probable cause affidavit is revealing more details about what was going through the mind of a former minor league baseball player after he was allegedly involved in a deadly hit-and-run crash on I-75 in Manatee County on Monday morning.
Bradenton police officer fired after being arrested on allegations of child abuse
A Bradenton police officer is out of a job and awaiting extradition to Hillsborough County after officials say he was arrested for child abuse.
A Bradenton police officer is out of a job and awaiting extradition to Hillsborough County after officials say he was arrested for child abuse.
Family of truck driver killed in I-75 hit-and-run crash devastated: 'Part of my life is gone'
A hit-and-run on I-75 in Manatee County claimed the life of a 34-year-old truck driver Monday morning, leaving his four children behind and his family struggling to accept the sudden loss.
A hit-and-run on I-75 in Manatee County claimed the life of a 34-year-old truck driver Monday morning, leaving his four children behind and his family struggling to accept the sudden loss.
Minor league catcher turned in by Atlanta Braves following deadly I-75 hit-and-run crash: FHP
An 18-year-old Atlanta Braves minor league catcher was arrested for leaving the scene of a hit-and-run crash that killed a semi-tractor-trailer driver on I-75 in Manatee County Monday morning, according to troopers.
An 18-year-old Atlanta Braves minor league catcher was arrested for leaving the scene of a hit-and-run crash that killed a semi-tractor-trailer driver on I-75 in Manatee County Monday morning, according to troopers.
Semi-truck driver killed in hit-and-run crash on I-75 in Manatee County: FHP
Troopers with the Florida Highway Patrol are searching for a driver who was involved in a deadly crash on I-75 in Manatee County on Monday morning and took off.
Troopers with the Florida Highway Patrol are searching for a driver who was involved in a deadly crash on I-75 in Manatee County on Monday morning and took off.
Armed robber on the run after shooting customer several times inside Manatee County arcade: MCSO
A shooting inside a Manatee County arcade early Monday morning sent one customer to the hospital and sparked a manhunt for the suspect.
A shooting inside a Manatee County arcade early Monday morning sent one customer to the hospital and sparked a manhunt for the suspect.
IMG Academy, Neuro Challenge Foundation host Parkinson’s wellness event focused on movement and brain health
A unique event at IMG Academy is helping people with Parkinson’s disease stay active while raising awareness about the importance of movement and community support.
A unique event at IMG Academy is helping people with Parkinson’s disease stay active while raising awareness about the importance of movement and community support.
Attempted murder suspects accused of shooting 2 teens in Tampa arrested in Manatee County
Two suspects have been arrested in Manatee County in connection with a shooting that sent two teens to the hospital on Thursday afternoon.
Two suspects have been arrested in Manatee County in connection with a shooting that sent two teens to the hospital on Thursday afternoon.
Manatee Technical College launching new aviation school at SRQ to train next generation of aircraft mechanics
The Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport continues to grow — not just with passengers, but with all kinds of aviation-related businesses. That expansion is creating a massive demand for airplane mechanics and technicians, and a new training program is officially taking flight to meet it.
The Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport continues to grow — not just with passengers, but with all kinds of aviation-related businesses. That expansion is creating a massive demand for airplane mechanics and technicians, and a new training program is officially taking flight to meet it.
Bradenton health care summit: Officials warn millions face barriers to medical care due to high, rising costs
The House Ways and Means Health Care Subcommittee Chair Rep. Vern Buchanan (R-Bradenton) convened a health care summit at the Lake Erie College of Medicine in Bradenton on Tuesday.
The House Ways and Means Health Care Subcommittee Chair Rep. Vern Buchanan (R-Bradenton) convened a health care summit at the Lake Erie College of Medicine in Bradenton on Tuesday.
Bradenton family, NAACP demand answers, bodycam video after police shooting of Willie Bell
A Bradenton family and the Manatee County NAACP are asking for answers after the Bradenton Police Department said officers shot and killed Willie Bell.
A Bradenton family and the Manatee County NAACP are asking for answers after the Bradenton Police Department said officers shot and killed Willie Bell.
Determined detective believes she can solve 2003 Bradenton murder: ‘Her life counted’
41-year-old Denisha Williams was found beaten to death in her Bradenton apartment in 2003 and her sister is now speaking publicly for the first time, hoping to finally bring justice.
41-year-old Denisha Williams was found beaten to death in her Bradenton apartment in 2003 and her sister is now speaking publicly for the first time, hoping to finally bring justice.
Manatee County man accused of stabbing wife to death told 911 ‘I hope I didn’t wait too long’: MCSO affidavit
Newly released information from a Manatee County Sheriff’s Office probable cause affidavit shed light on a husband’s deadly stabbing that left his wife dead inside their home last week while their two young children were nearby.
Newly released information from a Manatee County Sheriff’s Office probable cause affidavit shed light on a husband’s deadly stabbing that left his wife dead inside their home last week while their two young children were nearby.
Bradenton manatee caught on camera getting drink from police marine unit vessel
Bradenton Marine Unit Officers Emrich and Eades were finishing their patrol and rinsing down their vessel when a surprise "dock inspector" stopped by for a quick drink.
Bradenton Marine Unit Officers Emrich and Eades were finishing their patrol and rinsing down their vessel when a surprise "dock inspector" stopped by for a quick drink.
Manatee County murder arrest: Man called 911 to report stabbing wife to death: Deputies say
A man was arrested after calling 911 to report that he allegedly stabbed his wife several times Thursday night, according to the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office.
A man was arrested after calling 911 to report that he allegedly stabbed his wife several times Thursday night, according to the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office.
Bradenton unveils $30M City Park project to revitalize neighborhood and connect community
For the city of Bradenton, there has long been a missing connector to not only downtown, but to the Village of the Arts and the area that surrounds LECOM Park.
For the city of Bradenton, there has long been a missing connector to not only downtown, but to the Village of the Arts and the area that surrounds LECOM Park.
Florida CFO announces $1.4M in funds to protect firefighters from cancer-causing materials
Florida’s State Fire Marshal and Chief Financial Officer, Blaise Ingoglia, awarded $1.4M in grant money to help protect firefighters from dangerous cancer-causing materials.
Florida’s State Fire Marshal and Chief Financial Officer, Blaise Ingoglia, awarded $1.4M in grant money to help protect firefighters from dangerous cancer-causing materials.