Ashley Benefield murder trial continues as witnesses dive into her relationship with husband
What appeared from the outside as a loving and new relationship quickly crumbled between Doug and Ashley Benefield. The former ballerina and retired Naval officer's story would end with one behind bars, and the other dead.
What appeared from the outside as a loving and new relationship quickly crumbled between Doug and Ashley Benefield. The former ballerina and retired Naval officer's story would end with one behind bars, and the other dead.
Bradenton salon owner adds domestic violence awareness to summer camp for teens after deadly shooting spree
A recent deadly shooting spree in Bradenton inspired a salon owner who hosts a summer camp for teens to incorporate domestic violence awareness into her program.
A recent deadly shooting spree in Bradenton inspired a salon owner who hosts a summer camp for teens to incorporate domestic violence awareness into her program.
Ashley Benefield trial: Testimony begins for Bradenton mother accused in husband’s death
Opening statements began in the trial of a former ballerina accused of shooting and killing her husband in Bradenton in 2020.
Opening statements began in the trial of a former ballerina accused of shooting and killing her husband in Bradenton in 2020.
Ashley Benefield trial: Jury seated in ex-ballerina murder case
The trial for an ex-ballerina charged with second-degree murder in the death of her estranged husband began in Bradenton on Monday with jury selection.
The trial for an ex-ballerina charged with second-degree murder in the death of her estranged husband began in Bradenton on Monday with jury selection.
Boil water notice issued in Bradenton after 'citywide' water outage
According to the Bradenton Police Department, there were a number of callers reporting that there was a widespread water outage in West Bradenton on Sunday morning.
According to the Bradenton Police Department, there were a number of callers reporting that there was a widespread water outage in West Bradenton on Sunday morning.
‘High on Jesus’ recovery group fights addiction with faith
A Bay Area recovery group has helped hundreds break the cycle, providing the tools they need to win – along with a lot of faith – while helping them rebuild their own lives
A Bay Area recovery group has helped hundreds break the cycle, providing the tools they need to win – along with a lot of faith – while helping them rebuild their own lives
Bradenton woman targeted by scammers out nearly $24K, Elder Fraud Unit investigating
Bradenton police are investigating after a woman lost nearly $24,000 in an elderly fraud scam this month.
Bradenton police are investigating after a woman lost nearly $24,000 in an elderly fraud scam this month.
Ashley Benefield to stand trial for the 2020 murder of her husband: 'Ultimately it will be up to a jury'
Outside the Manatee County Courthouse, supporters, friends and Ashely Benefield’s own daughter held signs and rallied for support for the 32-year-old.
Outside the Manatee County Courthouse, supporters, friends and Ashely Benefield’s own daughter held signs and rallied for support for the 32-year-old.
Bicyclist hit and killed by car in Bradenton: FHP
A Bradenton man was hit and killed by a car while riding his bicycle near Cortez Road and 24th Street West Monday afternoon.
A Bradenton man was hit and killed by a car while riding his bicycle near Cortez Road and 24th Street West Monday afternoon.
Bradenton nursing home employees, deputies honored after shooting: 'This could have been a memorial service'
It was the first time Manatee County Deputy Robert Pereyra Jr. met Sam Loyd Jr. at Aspire at Palma Sola Bay.
It was the first time Manatee County Deputy Robert Pereyra Jr. met Sam Loyd Jr. at Aspire at Palma Sola Bay.
Video: Bradenton police break window to rescue crying, distressed dog from hot car
A dog is in the custody of animal services after Bradenton police rescued it from a hot car on Monday.
A dog is in the custody of animal services after Bradenton police rescued it from a hot car on Monday.
Manatee County woman arrested for stealing from Bradenton small business she worked at
A Manatee County woman is accused of stealing cash from a small business she worked at in Bradenton by manipulating the register, according to records.
A Manatee County woman is accused of stealing cash from a small business she worked at in Bradenton by manipulating the register, according to records.
Suspected serial burglar arrested in Manatee County after being caught on camera
A 53-year-old Bradenton man is behind bars after he was connected to multiple break-ins along Cortez Road and State Road 64 East in Manatee County, according to deputies.
A 53-year-old Bradenton man is behind bars after he was connected to multiple break-ins along Cortez Road and State Road 64 East in Manatee County, according to deputies.
‘She must have just been asleep:’ Deputies say Ellenton man tried to coverup hot car death
24-year-old Markise Outing of Ellenton faces a charge of aggravated manslaughter for the death of his girlfriend’s daughter.
24-year-old Markise Outing of Ellenton faces a charge of aggravated manslaughter for the death of his girlfriend’s daughter.
Bay Area father left with extensive injuries after Bradenton hit-and-run crash, driver unknown
A father of two was left with extensive injuries after a Bradenton hit-and-run crash earlier this month. Now, his family is asking the driver who hit him to come forward.
A father of two was left with extensive injuries after a Bradenton hit-and-run crash earlier this month. Now, his family is asking the driver who hit him to come forward.
Bradenton police arrest scooter-riding porch package thief
The person believed to be responsible for two porch package thefts has been arrested.
The person believed to be responsible for two porch package thefts has been arrested.
VIDEO: Man riding scooter steals packages in Bradenton
The Bradenton Police Department is looking for the person stealing packages from porches.
The Bradenton Police Department is looking for the person stealing packages from porches.
Bradenton PD launches unit dedicated to elder fraud prevention: 'They come through all the time'
One police department in Tampa Bay has already investigated dozens of elder fraud cases this year. The Bradenton Police Department says it’s become such a problem that it created an Elder and Vulnerable Adult Fraud Unit.
One police department in Tampa Bay has already investigated dozens of elder fraud cases this year. The Bradenton Police Department says it’s become such a problem that it created an Elder and Vulnerable Adult Fraud Unit.
Bradenton police see dramatic increase in car burglaries as summer months begin
The Bradenton Police Department is noting a dramatic spike in car burglaries over the past week, and it’s a trend they are prepared to see.
The Bradenton Police Department is noting a dramatic spike in car burglaries over the past week, and it’s a trend they are prepared to see.
Bradenton nursing home shooting suspect behind bars after hospital release
Officials say the man who crashed into the front of a nursing home and shot a deputy early on Friday morning was booked at the Manatee County Jail on Sunday.
Officials say the man who crashed into the front of a nursing home and shot a deputy early on Friday morning was booked at the Manatee County Jail on Sunday.



















