53-year-old Palmetto woman killed in hit-and-run along U.S. 41
A 53-year-old Palmetto woman died Friday night after a driver struck her on U.S. 41 in Manatee County and took off, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
A 53-year-old Palmetto woman died Friday night after a driver struck her on U.S. 41 in Manatee County and took off, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
MCSO: Suspect arrested after 23-year-old man shot, killed in Ellenton
A 20-year-old man was arrested after being accused of culpable negligence resulting in manslaughter with a firearm after another man was shot and killed Friday night in Ellenton, according to deputies.
A 20-year-old man was arrested after being accused of culpable negligence resulting in manslaughter with a firearm after another man was shot and killed Friday night in Ellenton, according to deputies.
'This could have been anyone': Family pleads for justice two years after Bradenton mother killed
Two years after Yolanda Baxcajay-Flores was killed outside her Bradenton home, detectives are urging witnesses to come forward with information about the shooting on Nov. 12, 2024.
Two years after Yolanda Baxcajay-Flores was killed outside her Bradenton home, detectives are urging witnesses to come forward with information about the shooting on Nov. 12, 2024.
Bradenton police officers recovery continues after being hit by suspect
A driver intentionally backed his car into two Bradenton police officers early Sunday morning, severely injuring both before leading law enforcement on a high-speed highway chase.
A driver intentionally backed his car into two Bradenton police officers early Sunday morning, severely injuring both before leading law enforcement on a high-speed highway chase.
2 Bradenton police officers hospitalized after being hit by suspect's vehicle: BPD
Two Bradenton police officers were injured, including one who remains hospitalized in intensive care with a traumatic brain injury, after being hit by a suspect's vehicle during an early Sunday morning incident that led to a multi-agency pursuit, according to the Bradenton Police Department.
Two Bradenton police officers were injured, including one who remains hospitalized in intensive care with a traumatic brain injury, after being hit by a suspect's vehicle during an early Sunday morning incident that led to a multi-agency pursuit, according to the Bradenton Police Department.
Manatee County church fraud: 8 arrested in massive theft ring
Deputies arrested eight people after uncovering a widespread mail theft scheme that allegedly stole tithes from at least 17 Manatee County churches, according to the Manatee County Sheriff's Office.
Deputies arrested eight people after uncovering a widespread mail theft scheme that allegedly stole tithes from at least 17 Manatee County churches, according to the Manatee County Sheriff's Office.
Hurricane Katrina inspires Lakewood Ranch man to build AI app to preserve family history
A Lakewood Ranch creator turned deep family loss into a high-tech legacy preservation tool, building an artificial intelligence app designed to capture personal histories before they vanish.
A Lakewood Ranch creator turned deep family loss into a high-tech legacy preservation tool, building an artificial intelligence app designed to capture personal histories before they vanish.
Bradenton drug raid: Deputies seize $150K in narcotics, baby removed from home
An accused drug dealer is behind bars after Manatee County deputies seized more than $150,000 worth of narcotics.
An accused drug dealer is behind bars after Manatee County deputies seized more than $150,000 worth of narcotics.
94-year-old Tampa Bay Rays fan surprised with World Series tickets from granddaughter
A 94-year-old Palmetto grandmother and lifelong Tampa Bay Rays fan received the surprise of a lifetime after her granddaughter flew home to take her to Game 3 of the World Series.
A 94-year-old Palmetto grandmother and lifelong Tampa Bay Rays fan received the surprise of a lifetime after her granddaughter flew home to take her to Game 3 of the World Series.
Bradenton 'estranged married couple' found dead in murder-suicide, police say
Bradenton police are investigating after an estranged married couple was found dead in an apparent murder-suicide Thursday morning on 19th St W, according to officials.
Bradenton police are investigating after an estranged married couple was found dead in an apparent murder-suicide Thursday morning on 19th St W, according to officials.
Police still searching for Bradenton teen who vanished nearly 2 years ago
The Bradenton Police Department is asking for the public's help to locate Caitlyn Sandt, an 18-year-old woman missing since late 2024.
The Bradenton Police Department is asking for the public's help to locate Caitlyn Sandt, an 18-year-old woman missing since late 2024.
Pilot killed in Myakka City helicopter crash identified
A mosquito control helicopter hit an unlit private radio tower and crashed behind several Myakka City homes Thursday night, killing its 63-year-old pilot, authorities said.
A mosquito control helicopter hit an unlit private radio tower and crashed behind several Myakka City homes Thursday night, killing its 63-year-old pilot, authorities said.
Mosquito control helicopter crash: 1 dead after hitting radio tower in Myakka City
One person is dead after a Manatee County Mosquito Control District helicopter crashed into a radio tower near the Dakin Dairy Farm in Myakka City.
One person is dead after a Manatee County Mosquito Control District helicopter crashed into a radio tower near the Dakin Dairy Farm in Myakka City.
Rescue team drives into Hurricane Isaias path to save 22 dogs
A late-night emergency rescue operation brought 22 dogs to safety in Bradenton after staff members rushed into the path of Hurricane Isaias to evacuate vulnerable animals.
A late-night emergency rescue operation brought 22 dogs to safety in Bradenton after staff members rushed into the path of Hurricane Isaias to evacuate vulnerable animals.
Manatee County sod farm unveils new St. Augustine grass blend designed to reduce pest and disease risk
A Manatee County sod farm has developed a new type of St. Augustine grass designed to better withstand Florida's climate, diseases and even pests.
A Manatee County sod farm has developed a new type of St. Augustine grass designed to better withstand Florida's climate, diseases and even pests.
Florida boaters race to shore after St. Elmo's fire appears: 'What in the world?'
A routine boat inspection turned into a high-speed escape when static electricity from a fast-moving storm began generating St. Elmo's fire on a vessel 50 miles off Bradenton.
A routine boat inspection turned into a high-speed escape when static electricity from a fast-moving storm began generating St. Elmo's fire on a vessel 50 miles off Bradenton.
Bradenton non-profit seeks bicycle donations to prevent homelessness
A Bradenton non-profit is calling on community members to donate bicycles as rising food prices and gas costs drive up local demand for reliable transportation.
A Bradenton non-profit is calling on community members to donate bicycles as rising food prices and gas costs drive up local demand for reliable transportation.
Premier Sports Campus North: New pickleball and swim hub coming soon to Manatee County
Manatee County officials are inching closer to opening the new Athletics and Aquatics Center at Premier Sports Campus North in Lakewood Ranch.
Manatee County officials are inching closer to opening the new Athletics and Aquatics Center at Premier Sports Campus North in Lakewood Ranch.
Woman claims vet’s affairs coordinator with public defender’s office stole $65K while she was in jail
A veterans affairs coordinator for a Florida public defender's office faces multiple felony charges after authorities said she stole nearly $65,000 from a woman held inside the Manatee County jail.
A veterans affairs coordinator for a Florida public defender's office faces multiple felony charges after authorities said she stole nearly $65,000 from a woman held inside the Manatee County jail.
Humane Society of Manatee County: $13 million shelter transformation planned
The Humane Society of Manatee County is launching a $13 million transformation to build a modern adoption center and cat facility on its Bradenton campus.
The Humane Society of Manatee County is launching a $13 million transformation to build a modern adoption center and cat facility on its Bradenton campus.