Video shows arrest of Bay Area doctor accused of soliciting teen for sexual images in Reddit chat
A doctor faces criminal charges after asking a teen girl for nude images and talking about performing sexual acts on her during an online conversation, the Manatee County Sheriff's Office said Thursday.
A doctor faces criminal charges after asking a teen girl for nude images and talking about performing sexual acts on her during an online conversation, the Manatee County Sheriff's Office said Thursday.
Bradenton police warn of social media scam involving 'missing' Texas police officer
The Bradenton Police Department is warning about a new social media scam involving a missing police officer. The scam uses a picture of a 46-year-old Texas police officer who went missing and took his own life in 2018.
The Bradenton Police Department is warning about a new social media scam involving a missing police officer. The scam uses a picture of a 46-year-old Texas police officer who went missing and took his own life in 2018.
FEMA assistance: Deadline to apply looms for those impacted by Hurricanes Helene, Milton
If you had damage during Hurricanes Helene or Milton, Tuesday is the last day to apply for FEMA assistance. Residents who haven't applied yet can still apply online before the deadline at 11:59 p.m.
If you had damage during Hurricanes Helene or Milton, Tuesday is the last day to apply for FEMA assistance. Residents who haven't applied yet can still apply online before the deadline at 11:59 p.m.
Repairs to Manatee County library are still underway following Hurricane Milton
Since Hurricane Milton passed, the doors to Manatee County’s Central Library have remained closed.“What we are looking at here is the result of high winds and wind-driven rain," said Manatee County Library Services Manager Tammy Parrott.
Since Hurricane Milton passed, the doors to Manatee County’s Central Library have remained closed.“What we are looking at here is the result of high winds and wind-driven rain," said Manatee County Library Services Manager Tammy Parrott.
Suspect shot & killed after homeowner opens fire during home invasion: 'You should expect to be shot'
A man opened fire on two home invaders on Thursday night, shooting one who later died as the other ran from the scene, according to the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office.
A man opened fire on two home invaders on Thursday night, shooting one who later died as the other ran from the scene, according to the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office.
Bradenton police seeing uptick in Kia, Hyundai car thefts
Four teens are facing charges after the Bradenton Police Department said the group stole a Kia and a Hyundai car and tried to steal a third. Officers said over the last few months, they've seen an uptick in Kia and Hyundai thefts.
Four teens are facing charges after the Bradenton Police Department said the group stole a Kia and a Hyundai car and tried to steal a third. Officers said over the last few months, they've seen an uptick in Kia and Hyundai thefts.
Video: 4 teens arrested for stealing cars, BPD says. Here are the vehicles thieves are targeting
Bradenton police are putting out a warning to Kia and Hyundai owners, including sharing video they say shows teens driving stolen vehicles.
Bradenton police are putting out a warning to Kia and Hyundai owners, including sharing video they say shows teens driving stolen vehicles.
14-year-old burglary suspect arrested after jumping into creek while being tracked by victim: MCSO
Manatee County deputies arrested a 14-year-old car burglary suspect after a man spotted a group of people rummaging through his pickup truck, then tracked the teen with a flashlight as he jumped into a creek, according to the sheriff's office.
Manatee County deputies arrested a 14-year-old car burglary suspect after a man spotted a group of people rummaging through his pickup truck, then tracked the teen with a flashlight as he jumped into a creek, according to the sheriff's office.
Family searching for Manatee County great-grandfather, dog missing more than a week
Loved ones of a missing Manatee County great-grandfather are desperately searching for him and hoping they’ll have him home for Christmas.
Loved ones of a missing Manatee County great-grandfather are desperately searching for him and hoping they’ll have him home for Christmas.
Cortez Bridge reopens following crash that damaged pedestrian barrier
The Cortez Bridge has reopened after shutting down early Wednesday morning due to a vehicle crash.
The Cortez Bridge has reopened after shutting down early Wednesday morning due to a vehicle crash.
Skateboard artist uses raw materials to create mosaic portraits
When Keenan Perren needs a specific color for a piece, he has to go out and find it. The long-time artist creates mosaic portraits using a unique raw material.
When Keenan Perren needs a specific color for a piece, he has to go out and find it. The long-time artist creates mosaic portraits using a unique raw material.
Have you seen this man? Detectives looking for alleged child rape suspect last seen in Bradenton
Detectives are asking people to be on the lookout for a man who is accused of raping a child after he was last seen in Bradenton on Thursday.
Detectives are asking people to be on the lookout for a man who is accused of raping a child after he was last seen in Bradenton on Thursday.
2 dead after State Road 70 head-on crash in Myakka, FHP says
Two people are dead after a driver attempted to pass westbound traffic on State Rd. 70 near Betts Rd. Saturday night, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Two people are dead after a driver attempted to pass westbound traffic on State Rd. 70 near Betts Rd. Saturday night, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Manatee mangroves filled with hurricane-related debris
Long after Hurricanes Helene and Milton struck, Western Florida communities still find hurricane-related debris in some odd places.
Long after Hurricanes Helene and Milton struck, Western Florida communities still find hurricane-related debris in some odd places.
Missing Manatee County man sparks Silver Alert
Deputies in Manatee County are searching for an 87-year-old man who has been missing since Tuesday.
Deputies in Manatee County are searching for an 87-year-old man who has been missing since Tuesday.
Oscar Mayer's 'Wienermobile' cruises into Bay Area
Oscar Mayer’s famous Wienermobile has cruised into the Bay Area, and fans of the famous hot dog-themed bus are lining up for a chance to take their photo with it.
Oscar Mayer’s famous Wienermobile has cruised into the Bay Area, and fans of the famous hot dog-themed bus are lining up for a chance to take their photo with it.
New HCA grant will help Parrish Community High School students enter health care careers
Students at Parrish Community High School in Manatee County are getting hands-on experience as they work towards a future in health care. A grant is now helping expand the high school's health care academy, allowing some students the opportunity to become certified in some health care fields by next year.
Students at Parrish Community High School in Manatee County are getting hands-on experience as they work towards a future in health care. A grant is now helping expand the high school's health care academy, allowing some students the opportunity to become certified in some health care fields by next year.
Salvation Army of Manatee County needing holiday donations before Dec. 17
Volunteers and donations are high priority for the Salvation Army of Manatee County as they close in on their Angel Tree Program's Dec. 17 deadline.
Volunteers and donations are high priority for the Salvation Army of Manatee County as they close in on their Angel Tree Program's Dec. 17 deadline.
Family of Bradenton mother killed in shooting join police for Christmas shopping, no arrests
A Bradenton family is facing an especially difficult Christmas after their mother, Yolanda Baxacajay-Flores, was tragically murdered last month.
A Bradenton family is facing an especially difficult Christmas after their mother, Yolanda Baxacajay-Flores, was tragically murdered last month.
Teen fires flare gun into soccer game, police say
A fiery shot from a flare gun nearly hit players in the middle of a soccer match, and Bradenton police say a 16-year-old admitted to firing the shot.
A fiery shot from a flare gun nearly hit players in the middle of a soccer match, and Bradenton police say a 16-year-old admitted to firing the shot.