Lakewood Ranch residents push back against 200-townhome workforce housing development
A proposed workforce housing development in Manatee County drew hundreds of concerned residents to a packed public workshop Monday night in Lakewood Ranch.
A proposed workforce housing development in Manatee County drew hundreds of concerned residents to a packed public workshop Monday night in Lakewood Ranch.
Photos show Bradenton nursing home partial collapse after over 150 relocated
New photos reveal the remains of a partial roof collapse at a Bradenton assisted living facility that forced the emergency evacuation of more than 150 residents Saturday night, according to a joint statement from the City of Bradenton and Manatee County.
New photos reveal the remains of a partial roof collapse at a Bradenton assisted living facility that forced the emergency evacuation of more than 150 residents Saturday night, according to a joint statement from the City of Bradenton and Manatee County.
Residents safe and relocated after partial roof collapse in Aviata at Bradenton Villas
After a scary evening at the Aviata at Bradenton Villas, more than 150 residents were safely relocated to sister facilities within the region.
After a scary evening at the Aviata at Bradenton Villas, more than 150 residents were safely relocated to sister facilities within the region.
Bradenton assisted living roof collapse forces evacuation
Emergency teams rushed to 105 15th St. E. on Saturday afternoon to assist facility residents after a building failure.
Emergency teams rushed to 105 15th St. E. on Saturday afternoon to assist facility residents after a building failure.
ScripTalk: Palmetto company expands medication tech for visually impaired patients
A Palmetto-based company is expanding its vital technology to help visually impaired patients safely manage and identify their prescription medications.
A Palmetto-based company is expanding its vital technology to help visually impaired patients safely manage and identify their prescription medications.
Manatee County illegal gambling shutdown: Over $23K seized, detectives say
Detectives with the Manatee County Sheriff's Office shut down an illegal gambling operation at a local storefront in Bradenton Friday night following a weeks-long investigation.
Detectives with the Manatee County Sheriff's Office shut down an illegal gambling operation at a local storefront in Bradenton Friday night following a weeks-long investigation.
Ellenton eyesore: Neighbors fear possible squatters in run-down Colony Cove home
A run-down home in Manatee County has turned one woman's retirement into a nightmare.
A run-down home in Manatee County has turned one woman's retirement into a nightmare.
Former Manatee County EMS deputy chief arrested after being linked to child sexual abuse material: Deputies
A Manatee County EMS deputy chief was arrested after he was linked to child sexual abuse material, according to the Manatee County Sheriff's Office.
A Manatee County EMS deputy chief was arrested after he was linked to child sexual abuse material, according to the Manatee County Sheriff's Office.
Bradenton officer justified in deadly shooting of Willie Bell, prosecutors say
The Florida Department of Law Enforcement has concluded its investigation into the March 10 officer-involved shooting that killed Willie Tyrone Bell, 56, during a search warrant in Bradenton. The State Attorney’s Office determined the SWAT officer's use of deadly force was legally justified.
The Florida Department of Law Enforcement has concluded its investigation into the March 10 officer-involved shooting that killed Willie Tyrone Bell, 56, during a search warrant in Bradenton. The State Attorney’s Office determined the SWAT officer's use of deadly force was legally justified.
2 teens accused of stealing Camry fished out of Manatee River
Deputies arrested two teenagers Wednesday night after a wild sequence involving a stolen car and a desperate attempt to swim across the Manatee River to escape law enforcement.
Deputies arrested two teenagers Wednesday night after a wild sequence involving a stolen car and a desperate attempt to swim across the Manatee River to escape law enforcement.
Northwest Bradenton vacation rentals face safety crackdown
Residents are pushing for stricter code enforcement as short-term, high-occupancy vacation rentals expand into Northwest Bradenton.
Residents are pushing for stricter code enforcement as short-term, high-occupancy vacation rentals expand into Northwest Bradenton.
Bradenton police release video of weekend 'teen takeover' on Riverwalk
Bradenton police broke up a ‘teen takeover’ involving up to 300 young people near the Riverwalk on Saturday.
Bradenton police broke up a ‘teen takeover’ involving up to 300 young people near the Riverwalk on Saturday.
Police arrest man for 988 crisis line swatting hoax at Bradenton marina
A Florida man is facing charges after police said they tied his devices to a swatting hoax at the Twin Dolphin Marina, according to the Bradenton Police Department.
A Florida man is facing charges after police said they tied his devices to a swatting hoax at the Twin Dolphin Marina, according to the Bradenton Police Department.
Heat-related illnesses: Data tool monitors Manatee County 911 calls to see when most are at risk
First responders in Manatee County are utilizing an advanced platform to predict and prepare for a surge in heat-related emergency calls during peak summer hours.
First responders in Manatee County are utilizing an advanced platform to predict and prepare for a surge in heat-related emergency calls during peak summer hours.
Manatee County overdose reduction: Opioid deaths plunge 56%
A collaborative community network in Manatee County has driven down opioid overdose deaths by 56% following years of targeted education and naloxone distribution.
A collaborative community network in Manatee County has driven down opioid overdose deaths by 56% following years of targeted education and naloxone distribution.
Palmetto woman dies after boat crashes into mangroves: FWC
A Palmetto woman was killed after a boat carrying seven people crashed into mangroves in Manatee County over the holiday weekend, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC).
A Palmetto woman was killed after a boat carrying seven people crashed into mangroves in Manatee County over the holiday weekend, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC).
Lifeguard staff beefed up, personal fireworks banned in Sarasota, Manatee counties over Fourth of July weekend
Law enforcement and first responders are urging communities to prioritize safety as crowds gather to celebrate America's 250th birthday.
Law enforcement and first responders are urging communities to prioritize safety as crowds gather to celebrate America's 250th birthday.
Saint Stephens teachers reminisce on Bradenton soccer residency players
Several teachers at a school in Bradenton are reminiscing on the years they spent teaching some of the biggest names in U.S. men's soccer before they became stars.
Several teachers at a school in Bradenton are reminiscing on the years they spent teaching some of the biggest names in U.S. men's soccer before they became stars.
Bradenton holiday safety: Officials urge caution ahead of Fourth of July weekend
Manatee County Beach Patrol officials are preparing for an influx of visitors at Coquina Beach ahead of a busy holiday weekend.
Manatee County Beach Patrol officials are preparing for an influx of visitors at Coquina Beach ahead of a busy holiday weekend.
Manatee County murder suspect found hiding under bed in Georgia 4 months after double shooting: MCSO
A Bradenton murder suspect who spent four months on the run was captured Tuesday after authorities discovered him hiding underneath a bed in Georgia, according to the Manatee County Sheriff's Office.
A Bradenton murder suspect who spent four months on the run was captured Tuesday after authorities discovered him hiding underneath a bed in Georgia, according to the Manatee County Sheriff's Office.