Video: ‘Road rage’ over turn signal ends in gunfire and crash near Bradenton’s Riverfront: Police
Shots rang out near Bradenton’s Riverfront on Monday afternoon following a ‘road rage’ incident over a turn signal, according to police.
Shots rang out near Bradenton’s Riverfront on Monday afternoon following a ‘road rage’ incident over a turn signal, according to police.
Manatee County teacher accused of lewd conduct with student
A teacher faces criminal charges after Manatee County deputies say she had inappropriate contact with a 14-year-old student, including sending the boy an explicit photo.
A teacher faces criminal charges after Manatee County deputies say she had inappropriate contact with a 14-year-old student, including sending the boy an explicit photo.
Shots fired following argument in Bradenton’s Riverwalk parking lot: Police
Bradenton police are investigating after they say gunfire erupted in the Riverwalk parking lot on Riverfront Drive on Monday afternoon.
Bradenton police are investigating after they say gunfire erupted in the Riverwalk parking lot on Riverfront Drive on Monday afternoon.
Bradenton officials fine-tuning plans for hurricane season
The City of Bradenton’s newest high-water rescue truck is gassed up and ready to go. It arrived just in time last fall for a trial by fire.
The City of Bradenton’s newest high-water rescue truck is gassed up and ready to go. It arrived just in time last fall for a trial by fire.
Advanced technology will help Manatee County during 2025 Hurricane Season
Some homeowners still haven't moved back into their homes following the 2024 Hurricane Season. Manatee County said residents need a plan now as a new hurricane season approaches.
Some homeowners still haven't moved back into their homes following the 2024 Hurricane Season. Manatee County said residents need a plan now as a new hurricane season approaches.
How Hope Pathways of Manatee County is helping those dealing with aftermath of last year's hurricane season
Rebuilding after last year’s hurricane season can be frustrating, bringing heartache and a lot of questions and concerns. Residents are left dealing with insurance claims not fully paid to finding the right contractor to do the job.
Rebuilding after last year’s hurricane season can be frustrating, bringing heartache and a lot of questions and concerns. Residents are left dealing with insurance claims not fully paid to finding the right contractor to do the job.
Manatee County deputy involved in crash that seriously injured motorcyclist: MCSO
A collision between a motorcycle and a Manatee County deputy sent one person to the hospital on Thursday morning.
A collision between a motorcycle and a Manatee County deputy sent one person to the hospital on Thursday morning.
Florida man kidnaps ex-girlfriend after placing tracking device in her car and shoving her in trunk: HCSO
A Palmetto man is behind bars, accused of kidnapping his ex-girlfriend.
A Palmetto man is behind bars, accused of kidnapping his ex-girlfriend.
Teen accused of armed robbery of a Bradenton taxi driver
The Bradenton Police Department is investigating the armed robbery of a taxi driver.
The Bradenton Police Department is investigating the armed robbery of a taxi driver.
Manatee County Habitat for Humanity breaks ground on 27 home community
Manatee County Habitat for Humanity broke ground on not just one home, but an entire community for families who’ve been priced out of owning their own homes.
Manatee County Habitat for Humanity broke ground on not just one home, but an entire community for families who’ve been priced out of owning their own homes.
Local artists showcase their work at Holmes Beach business
Colorful creations by over 60 local artists fill a 2,100-square-foot shop, Artist Haven AMI (Anna Marie Island).
Colorful creations by over 60 local artists fill a 2,100-square-foot shop, Artist Haven AMI (Anna Marie Island).
Video: Bradenton officer dragged by suspect trying to take off during traffic stop
A Bradenton officer was hospitalized Tuesday after a suspect took off during a traffic stop, dragging the officer, according to officials.
A Bradenton officer was hospitalized Tuesday after a suspect took off during a traffic stop, dragging the officer, according to officials.
Manatee County allocates additional $7.5 million to drainage, ditch clearing
There’s an effort underway in Manatee County to clear 204 miles of stormwater canals and creeks of debris before another hurricane could impact the area.
There’s an effort underway in Manatee County to clear 204 miles of stormwater canals and creeks of debris before another hurricane could impact the area.
Manatee County seeks input on newly drafted plan on how to spend $252M in hurricane relief funds
Much of Tampa Bay is still recovering from last year's hurricanes. This includes Manatee County, which is now deciding how to spend $252 million in federal grant funds from the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
Much of Tampa Bay is still recovering from last year's hurricanes. This includes Manatee County, which is now deciding how to spend $252 million in federal grant funds from the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
Manatee County wetland protections on hold after response from state
It was supposed to be a final vote to restore wetland buffers in Manatee County. But four state agencies are now questioning the legality of those efforts, calling them restrictive and burdensome.
It was supposed to be a final vote to restore wetland buffers in Manatee County. But four state agencies are now questioning the legality of those efforts, calling them restrictive and burdensome.
Hurricane Season 2025: Lessons learned in Manatee County after devastating storms last year
The 2025 Hurricane Season starts in less than two weeks, and it comes as some in Manatee County continue rebuilding and recuperating after last year's brutal storms.
The 2025 Hurricane Season starts in less than two weeks, and it comes as some in Manatee County continue rebuilding and recuperating after last year's brutal storms.
Sea turtle nesting season is in full swing as advocates prepare for packed beaches this Memorial Day weekend
With Memorial Day weekend around the corner and turtle nesting season already underway making sure marine life goes undisturbed is top of mind for the Anna Maria Island Turtle Watch organization.
With Memorial Day weekend around the corner and turtle nesting season already underway making sure marine life goes undisturbed is top of mind for the Anna Maria Island Turtle Watch organization.
Bradenton police add credit card skimming device detectors to their arsenal
Swiping your credit or debit card could be opening yourself up to thieves if they’ve been able to put credit card skimmers on card readers. But now, the Bradenton Police Department is dedicating time and manpower to make sure residents and their bank accounts remain safe.
Swiping your credit or debit card could be opening yourself up to thieves if they’ve been able to put credit card skimmers on card readers. But now, the Bradenton Police Department is dedicating time and manpower to make sure residents and their bank accounts remain safe.
Tampa Bay 24/7: Inside Manatee County’s 911 center
While most of the Tampa Bay area is fast asleep, the phones at the Manatee County Emergency Communications Center never stop ringing.
While most of the Tampa Bay area is fast asleep, the phones at the Manatee County Emergency Communications Center never stop ringing.
'We feel privileged to do this work:' 3 manatees receive care at The Bishop Museum
Three manatees are now receiving care at the Bishop Museum of Science and Nature in Bradenton.
Three manatees are now receiving care at the Bishop Museum of Science and Nature in Bradenton.