Heat-related illnesses: Data tool monitors Manatee County 911 calls to see when most are at risk
First responders in Manatee County are utilizing an advanced platform to predict and prepare for a surge in heat-related emergency calls during peak summer hours.
First responders in Manatee County are utilizing an advanced platform to predict and prepare for a surge in heat-related emergency calls during peak summer hours.
Manatee County overdose reduction: Opioid deaths plunge 56%
A collaborative community network in Manatee County has driven down opioid overdose deaths by 56% following years of targeted education and naloxone distribution.
A collaborative community network in Manatee County has driven down opioid overdose deaths by 56% following years of targeted education and naloxone distribution.
Palmetto woman dies after boat crashes into mangroves: FWC
A Palmetto woman was killed after a boat carrying seven people crashed into mangroves in Manatee County over the holiday weekend, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC).
A Palmetto woman was killed after a boat carrying seven people crashed into mangroves in Manatee County over the holiday weekend, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC).
Lifeguard staff beefed up, personal fireworks banned in Sarasota, Manatee counties over Fourth of July weekend
Law enforcement and first responders are urging communities to prioritize safety as crowds gather to celebrate America's 250th birthday.
Law enforcement and first responders are urging communities to prioritize safety as crowds gather to celebrate America's 250th birthday.
Saint Stephens teachers reminisce on Bradenton soccer residency players
Several teachers at a school in Bradenton are reminiscing on the years they spent teaching some of the biggest names in U.S. men's soccer before they became stars.
Several teachers at a school in Bradenton are reminiscing on the years they spent teaching some of the biggest names in U.S. men's soccer before they became stars.
Bradenton holiday safety: Officials urge caution ahead of Fourth of July weekend
Manatee County Beach Patrol officials are preparing for an influx of visitors at Coquina Beach ahead of a busy holiday weekend.
Manatee County Beach Patrol officials are preparing for an influx of visitors at Coquina Beach ahead of a busy holiday weekend.
Manatee County murder suspect found hiding under bed in Georgia 4 months after double shooting: MCSO
A Bradenton murder suspect who spent four months on the run was captured Tuesday after authorities discovered him hiding underneath a bed in Georgia, according to the Manatee County Sheriff's Office.
A Bradenton murder suspect who spent four months on the run was captured Tuesday after authorities discovered him hiding underneath a bed in Georgia, according to the Manatee County Sheriff's Office.
Lightning strikes ignite 80 brush fires in June across 5 Bay Area counties
Emergency crews are battling a number of wildfires sparked by heavy lightning and severe drought conditions across Southwest Florida.
Emergency crews are battling a number of wildfires sparked by heavy lightning and severe drought conditions across Southwest Florida.
Bradenton bank robbery: Man arrested in Sarasota
A 60-year-old man faces a robbery charge after allegedly demanding cash from a Bradenton bank teller on Friday before fleeing to Sarasota.
A 60-year-old man faces a robbery charge after allegedly demanding cash from a Bradenton bank teller on Friday before fleeing to Sarasota.
Manatee County detectives dismantle $3.5M criminal network targeting elderly residents
Manatee County sheriff's detectives dismantled an organized elder fraud network that they say targeted older residents across Florida, leading to multiple arrests and a federal prison sentence.
Manatee County sheriff's detectives dismantled an organized elder fraud network that they say targeted older residents across Florida, leading to multiple arrests and a federal prison sentence.
Manatee County mother calls daughter's pool rescue a miracle as family reunites with first responders
Emergency personnel and a Manatee County family shared an emotional reunion after a quick-thinking neighbor and a coordinated team of first responders saved a young girl from a near-drowning.
Emergency personnel and a Manatee County family shared an emotional reunion after a quick-thinking neighbor and a coordinated team of first responders saved a young girl from a near-drowning.
Manatee County warns beachgoers after rip currents prompt 136 rescues in 3 days
Manatee County officials are warning beachgoers to stay alert after lifeguards responded to dozens of water emergencies along local beaches over a three-day stretch.
Manatee County officials are warning beachgoers to stay alert after lifeguards responded to dozens of water emergencies along local beaches over a three-day stretch.
Manatee County under burn ban as hot weather increases wildfire dangers
Manatee County is now under a burn ban as hot and dry weather persists in the Tampa Bay area, heightening the risk of wildfires.
Manatee County is now under a burn ban as hot and dry weather persists in the Tampa Bay area, heightening the risk of wildfires.
West Manatee water rescue training: Crews train to combat child drownings
West Manatee Fire Rescue crews performed lifesaving water rescue training featuring advanced pediatric drowning simulation Tuesday morning.
West Manatee Fire Rescue crews performed lifesaving water rescue training featuring advanced pediatric drowning simulation Tuesday morning.
Man arrested for shooting stepson, crashing into Manatee County deputy's patrol car: MCSO
A man is behind bars Friday after shooting his stepson and hitting a Manatee County deputy's patrol car while trying to drive away, according to the Manatee County Sheriff's Office.
A man is behind bars Friday after shooting his stepson and hitting a Manatee County deputy's patrol car while trying to drive away, according to the Manatee County Sheriff's Office.
Manatee County couple loses everything in fire — but two items survive
A retired veteran and his wife — both 78 years old — narrowly escaped their burning Ellenton home Saturday morning after waking up to the sound of crackling flames.
A retired veteran and his wife — both 78 years old — narrowly escaped their burning Ellenton home Saturday morning after waking up to the sound of crackling flames.
Manatee County commissioners revisit Piney Point cleanup contract after deadlocked vote
Manatee County commissioners voted Tuesday to tap into funds held by a court-appointed receiver to cover a cleanup contract amendment at the former Piney Point phosphate plant, averting the immediate use of new local tax dollars.
Manatee County commissioners voted Tuesday to tap into funds held by a court-appointed receiver to cover a cleanup contract amendment at the former Piney Point phosphate plant, averting the immediate use of new local tax dollars.
Manatee County's Piney Point funding gap reaches $23.4M as commissioners clash
A funding rift has divided Manatee County commissioners as they work to handle an unexpected $23.4 million shortfall stemming from the prolonged cleanup of the Piney Point phosphate plant.
A funding rift has divided Manatee County commissioners as they work to handle an unexpected $23.4 million shortfall stemming from the prolonged cleanup of the Piney Point phosphate plant.
Manatee County Facebook Marketplace sting takes down Florida theft ring: MCSO
A sophisticated statewide theft ring unraveled in Bradenton after undercover detectives set up a Facebook Marketplace sting to catch suspects reselling stolen Home Depot rental equipment, according to the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office.
A sophisticated statewide theft ring unraveled in Bradenton after undercover detectives set up a Facebook Marketplace sting to catch suspects reselling stolen Home Depot rental equipment, according to the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office.
Bradenton breaks ground on $30M City Park project aiming to revitalize community
Local and state leaders broke ground Tuesday on a $30 million project aimed at transforming the area around LECOM Park while providing long-awaited resources to an underserved neighborhood.
Local and state leaders broke ground Tuesday on a $30 million project aimed at transforming the area around LECOM Park while providing long-awaited resources to an underserved neighborhood.