Laser Light Nights returns to Bishop Museum with more shows and music favorites

Summer in Bradenton might be a bit more fun with Bishop Museums Laser Light Nights. Music and light displays are paired in the museums planetarium.

Bradenton fire rips through home

Firefighters are trying to determine what caused the flames that spread at a Bradenton home.

Bradenton museum offers time capsule of ancient Florida

The Bishop Museum of Science and Nature in downtown Bradenton is one of the most exciting museums on Florida's gulf coast. 

Bradenton police sergeant dies from cancer

The Bradenton Police Department is mourning the loss of one of its own. 

IMG Academy taps former Olympian to head school's volleyball program

For the first time ever, the internationally known sports academy based in Bradenton debuted a volleyball team -- with a former Olympian taking the helm.

Manatee commissioners approve Lakewood Ranch expansion next to Freedom Factory

Despite concerns from Cleetus McFarland with the Freedom Factory Racetrack, residents of Panther Ridge and racing fans, the Taylor Ranch Development will move forward.

Bradenton police identify shooting victim

Bradenton police have identified the victim in Sunday's deadly shooting and located a person they were hoping to interview.

Man shot and killed in front of Bradenton home, police say

Over the weekend, shots were fired in a Bradenton neighborhood, and when officers arrived, they found the victim outside of a home, they said.

End of an era: Mixon family selling Mixon Fruit Farms

There are only five months left to enjoy a refreshing orange and vanilla swirled ice cream at Mixon Fruit Farms. The family farm is on the market. 

Palma Sola Elementary to remain open in Bradenton

The Manatee County school board eased the concerns of parents and community members with its decision that Palma Sola Elementary School will remain open, but they will look to the future with a plan to rebuild.