Missing Bradenton man hit by vehicle on I-75 exit ramp: FHP

A 37-year-old man who was reported missing earlier this week in Manatee County was seriously injured Wednesday evening after being hit by a vehicle on an Interstate 75 exit ramp, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Measles in Florida: 2 cases confirmed in Tampa Bay area out of 3 reported in state

The Florida Department of Health has confirmed three measles cases in Florida this year — and two of those cases involve young adults in Hillsborough and Manatee counties. 

Manatee County students learn about surgical robot
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Students in Manatee County got a hands-on chance to operate a surgical robot that's used to perform surgeries and save lives at Manatee Memorial Hospital. FOX 13's Kimberly Kuizon reports.

Abduction attempt leads to deadly self-defense shooting in Bradenton on New Year's Day: MCSO

The Manatee County Sheriff's Office has now determined that a deadly shooting early in the morning on New Year's Day was an act of self-defense after they say the victim tried to abduct the shooter's wife.

Proposed cruise port near Sunshine Skyway sparks environmental concerns in Manatee County

A cruise terminal operating company, SSA Marine, in partnership with Tampa-based Slip Knott LLC, has announced plans for a privately funded cruise port on the 328-acre Knott-Cowen tract, located on the Gulf side of the Sunshine Skyway Bridge.

Bradenton hit-and-run crash leaves pedestrian dead, motorcyclist arrested

A motorcyclist was arrested after police say he left the scene of a deadly crash after hitting a pedestrian crossing a road in Bradenton Friday evening.

Security guard arrested for killing ex-girlfriend inside Bradenton medical lab: Police

Bradenton Police Chief Josh Cramer described the actions of Keith Roberts Jr. as "cruel" and "evil." The suspect is accused of walking into a Bradenton medical lab on Thursday and shooting two women. 

Seattle-based company shares proposal for new cruise terminal in Manatee County

Seattle-based SSA Marine, which is a global marine operator, posted a new proposal on a new website, promoting the development of a cruise terminal in Manatee County. 

Manatee County Fair still draws crowds despite cold temperatures opening night

As a bitter cold snap sweeps through Florida, freeze warnings were in effect for much of the Sunshine State. Despite the cold, though, crowds still poured into the Manatee County Fair on opening night.

Cold weather shelters open as Bay Area braces for freezing temperatures

Cold shelters are opening on Thursday and Friday night across the Bay Area as freezing temperatures are expected in the coming days.

Valor Commons breaks ground in Manatee County, aims to bring services and honor Bay Area veterans

Manatee County just broke ground on Valor Commons, a one-of-a-kind facility in the Tampa Bay area that's dedicated to honoring veterans and helping them adjust to life after service. 

Sandbar Shark found tangled in crab trap off Bradenton Beach by Manatee County marine deputies

From water rescues to helping animals in distress, the Manatee County Sheriff's Office's marine unit is ready and prepared to answer any and all calls. But, Friday brought them a unique situation.