Bradenton girl in critical condition after falling into family swimming pool

A child nearly drowned after falling into their family’s swimming pool on Sunday afternoon, according to the Bradenton Police Department. 

Shelling in Florida: Here’s what to know before picking up a seashell

The Bay Area boasts some of the most beautiful beaches in Florida that are lined with tens of thousands of shells, but before you take one home, there are a few things to keep in mind, so you don’t receive a fine. 

Tampa woman hit, killed on I-75

A 29-year-old Tampa woman was hit and killed on I-75 on Tuesday night, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Manatee County hunter captures Florida panther on trail camera

It’s a quick 4-second video, but a Florida Panther was spotted on a trail camera at Duette Preserve in Manatee County. 

'It will make us thrive': New Palmetto convention hotel set to open this spring

Eight stories high and providing a breathtaking view of the Manatee River, with 252 rooms, The Marriott Palmetto Resort and Spa is nearing completion.

Chief of Palmetto Police Department asks FDLE to investigate in-custody death

Palmetto police arrested a suspect who was acting disruptive in a Circle K on Nov. 1, 2023, and now the Florida Department of Law Enforcement is investigating that suspect's death, according to officials.

String of golf cart thefts across Bay Area have owners on alert: ‘I was shocked’

Golf carts may be a great way to get around in many Bay Area communities, but an increase in theft has police urging owners to protect the vehicles as they would a car. 

Teen burglary suspect accused of attempted murder captured after fleeing: MCSO

A 16-year-old suspect broke into a newly constructed home in Parrish and tried to shoot a security guard on Sunday morning, according to the Manatee County Sheriff's Office.

Manatee County opens Gopher Tortoise preserve

If you look closely at Duette Preserve in Manatee County, you can spot signs of life. 

Teenager caught breaking into vehicles shot after deputies return fire: MCSO

A teenager was injured in an officer-involved shooting early Friday morning in Bradenton after he was caught checking door handles on vehicles, according to the sheriff's office.

5 arrested in Bradenton, 3 sought in drug-trafficking undercover operation

Five members of a drug-trafficking operation were arrested following a five-month undercover operation in Bradenton that resulted in the recovery of fentanyl and methamphetamine, according to police.