Bradenton Beach police officer back on duty after suspected DUI driver totals patrol car
Two weeks after a suspected drunk driver slammed into his patrol car, Johnny Tsakiri is back behind the wheel for the Bradenton Beach Police Department.
Two weeks after a suspected drunk driver slammed into his patrol car, Johnny Tsakiri is back behind the wheel for the Bradenton Beach Police Department.
Former IMG student, college volleyball player dies of rare blood disorder at 20: 'A beautiful soul'
The family of a college volleyball player is deep in mourning after Amanda Mack, 20, died of a rare blood disorder in Tampa.
The family of a college volleyball player is deep in mourning after Amanda Mack, 20, died of a rare blood disorder in Tampa.
Bradenton shooting leaves two dead: Police
Two people were shot and killed in Bradenton Tuesday evening, according to police.
Two people were shot and killed in Bradenton Tuesday evening, according to police.
Bradenton murder investigation: Man charged after woman found dead, deputies say
The Manatee County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a homicide after a woman was found dead in Bradenton, according to deputies.
The Manatee County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a homicide after a woman was found dead in Bradenton, according to deputies.
How a single button press gives Manatee County first responders immediate eyes on campus
The Manatee County School District has deployed a new security system that gives first responders immediate visual access to school cameras through staff badges during campus emergencies.
The Manatee County School District has deployed a new security system that gives first responders immediate visual access to school cameras through staff badges during campus emergencies.
Security camera alerts homeowners to 8-foot alligator in Parrish: 'It was pretty fun'
What started as a report of a smaller gator in a Parrish yard turned into a much larger situation for the homeowners and Manatee County deputies.
What started as a report of a smaller gator in a Parrish yard turned into a much larger situation for the homeowners and Manatee County deputies.
Bradenton entrepreneur turns love of bow ties into business
For many people, a bow tie only comes out for weddings or black-tie events. But for Bradenton entrepreneur Travis Ray, it's been part of his wardrobe since kindergarten.
For many people, a bow tie only comes out for weddings or black-tie events. But for Bradenton entrepreneur Travis Ray, it's been part of his wardrobe since kindergarten.
Bradenton Beach police officer injured after being hit by suspected drunk driver: BBPD
A Bradenton Beach police officer was hospitalized after he was hit by a suspected drunk driver Saturday night shortly after finishing his shift, according to the Bradenton Beach Police Department.
A Bradenton Beach police officer was hospitalized after he was hit by a suspected drunk driver Saturday night shortly after finishing his shift, according to the Bradenton Beach Police Department.
6-year-old boy in critical condition after Bradenton near-drowning: BPD
A 6-year-old boy is in critical condition after a near-drowning incident Sunday night at a home in Bradenton, according to the Bradenton Police Department.
A 6-year-old boy is in critical condition after a near-drowning incident Sunday night at a home in Bradenton, according to the Bradenton Police Department.
Manatee County suspect accused of stabbing teen arrested in woman's murder
A suspect has been arrested in the death of a woman found in the backyard of a Manatee County home back in August.
A suspect has been arrested in the death of a woman found in the backyard of a Manatee County home back in August.
Florida street race ends in arrests, 2 toddlers found in vehicle: FHP
State troopers arrested two drivers Saturday after they allegedly raced at high speeds along northbound Interstate 75, with two young children inside one of the vehicles, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
State troopers arrested two drivers Saturday after they allegedly raced at high speeds along northbound Interstate 75, with two young children inside one of the vehicles, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Woman's remains found near Sunshine Skyway Bridge in Manatee County, deputies say
Investigators are working to identify an adult woman whose partial remains washed ashore near the Sunshine Skyway Bridge on Saturday morning, according to the Manatee County Sheriff's Office.
Investigators are working to identify an adult woman whose partial remains washed ashore near the Sunshine Skyway Bridge on Saturday morning, according to the Manatee County Sheriff's Office.
'Welcome to Florida’: 8-foot alligator greets Philadelphia couple that recently moved to Florida
A recent move from Philadelphia to Florida came with an unexpected welcome package for one local couple: an eight-foot alligator resting under their driveway golf cart.
A recent move from Philadelphia to Florida came with an unexpected welcome package for one local couple: an eight-foot alligator resting under their driveway golf cart.
Manatee County vacation rentals: Commissioners order draft rules
Manatee County leaders are moving forward with plans to regulate short-term vacation rentals after residents urged officials to crack down on recurring neighborhood disruptions.
Manatee County leaders are moving forward with plans to regulate short-term vacation rentals after residents urged officials to crack down on recurring neighborhood disruptions.
8-foot alligator found parked in Manatee County driveway
A couple who recently relocated to Florida got quite the surprise last week when a new guest was found living rent-free in their Manatee County driveway on Sunday, Aug. 23.
A couple who recently relocated to Florida got quite the surprise last week when a new guest was found living rent-free in their Manatee County driveway on Sunday, Aug. 23.
Manatee County sex sting: 'Operation Safe Childhood' leads to 27 arrests
Manatee County Sheriff Rick Wells announced Wednesday that 27 people were arrested following a summer-long, multi-agency crackdown on internet sex crimes in the county.
Manatee County Sheriff Rick Wells announced Wednesday that 27 people were arrested following a summer-long, multi-agency crackdown on internet sex crimes in the county.
Anna Maria Island considering a paid, permitted parking system
Anna Maria Island is considering instituting a paid or permitted parking system to try and combat the increase in tourism to the area.
Anna Maria Island is considering instituting a paid or permitted parking system to try and combat the increase in tourism to the area.
Van fire causes major delays on Sunshine Skyway Bridge: FHP
A Verizon work van caught fire Monday morning on the Sunshine Skyway Bridge, prompting the closure of multiple northbound lanes, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
A Verizon work van caught fire Monday morning on the Sunshine Skyway Bridge, prompting the closure of multiple northbound lanes, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Fleet Force CDL training Manatee County: Program hits 10,000th graduate mark
A Manatee County truck driving program works to expand training efforts to address a nationwide commercial driver shortage expected to top 1.1 million positions over the next decade.
A Manatee County truck driving program works to expand training efforts to address a nationwide commercial driver shortage expected to top 1.1 million positions over the next decade.
Manatee County son charged in father's murder after fight turns deadly
A 51-year-old man faces a second-degree murder charge after his father died from injuries sustained during a physical fight at a home in Manatee County, according to the Manatee County Sheriff's Office.
A 51-year-old man faces a second-degree murder charge after his father died from injuries sustained during a physical fight at a home in Manatee County, according to the Manatee County Sheriff's Office.