FDLE investigating suspect's death while in custody
An investigation is underway after a man in police custody was taken to a hospital where he later died, according to the Bradenton Police Department.
An investigation is underway after a man in police custody was taken to a hospital where he later died, according to the Bradenton Police Department.
Bayshore High School assistant football coach accused of soliciting another student for sex
Just hours after bonding out of jail, a high school football coach in Manatee County is facing another charge for soliciting a juvenile for sex.
Just hours after bonding out of jail, a high school football coach in Manatee County is facing another charge for soliciting a juvenile for sex.
Manatee County approves curfew for those under the age of sixteen
A curfew for teenagers. That's what Manatee County officials said they wanted, to help keep kids off the streets at night.
A curfew for teenagers. That's what Manatee County officials said they wanted, to help keep kids off the streets at night.
Bayshore High School assistant football coach accused of soliciting sexual contact with a student
A high school coach in Manatee County has been charged with soliciting sexual battery by an authority figure.
A high school coach in Manatee County has been charged with soliciting sexual battery by an authority figure.
The Rod and Reel Pier restaurant reopening on Holmes Beach after storm destruction
The Rod and Reel Restaurant and Pier was a landmark on Anna Maria Island, until Hurricane Milton washed it away last year.
The Rod and Reel Restaurant and Pier was a landmark on Anna Maria Island, until Hurricane Milton washed it away last year.
Medical examiner reveals cause of death for missing teen found dead in Manatee County pond
The medical examiner has announced the official cause of death for a North Carolina teen who disappeared in Florida and was found dead in a Manatee County retention pond.
The medical examiner has announced the official cause of death for a North Carolina teen who disappeared in Florida and was found dead in a Manatee County retention pond.
New video released one year after Bradenton mother of four was shot, killed in driveway
One year after a deadly shooting took the life of a beloved mother of four, Bradenton police released new surveillance video hoping someone would come forward to help them make arrests.
One year after a deadly shooting took the life of a beloved mother of four, Bradenton police released new surveillance video hoping someone would come forward to help them make arrests.
Police K-9s from across the country showcase their skills at U.S. Police K9 Association Field Trials
Law enforcement officers and their K9 partners from across the country are showing off their skills in Manatee County.
Law enforcement officers and their K9 partners from across the country are showing off their skills in Manatee County.
Southeast High football team builds barbershop in locker room to build team chemistry
There's so much pride that goes into being a Southeast High School Seminole football player.
There's so much pride that goes into being a Southeast High School Seminole football player.
Mixon Farms passes key to Manatee County as legacy of property will continue for generations
Mixon Farms passes key to Manatee County as legacy of property will continue for generations.
Mixon Farms passes key to Manatee County as legacy of property will continue for generations.
Caught on video: Man accused of burglarizing St. Stephen's Episcopal School
Bradenton police are searching for a man accused of burglarizing a concession stand and maintenance shed at St. Stephen's Episcopal School over the weekend.
Bradenton police are searching for a man accused of burglarizing a concession stand and maintenance shed at St. Stephen's Episcopal School over the weekend.
Families wait hours for emergency food distribution during government shutdown
With the government shutdown halting full Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) funding, thousands of Florida families are struggling to make ends meet.
With the government shutdown halting full Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) funding, thousands of Florida families are struggling to make ends meet.
'Connected Manatee' pilot program to help connect struggling families with resources at school
Connected Manatee is launching a program to link struggling families with resources at school.
Connected Manatee is launching a program to link struggling families with resources at school.
Suspected auto burglar accused of opening fire on Manatee County deputies found hiding in empty trailer: MCSO
A man accused of firing at Manatee County deputies after breaking into vehicles has been arrested after he was discovered hiding inside an abandoned trailer.
A man accused of firing at Manatee County deputies after breaking into vehicles has been arrested after he was discovered hiding inside an abandoned trailer.
Dogs rescued from horrible living conditions on the mend
The Bradenton Police Department says several dogs that were found in horrible living conditions are on the mend.
The Bradenton Police Department says several dogs that were found in horrible living conditions are on the mend.
Manatee County Soar Lab gives children hands-on learning from newborn to third grade
The Soar Lab can be compared to a children's museum with additional activities to help students prepare for Pre-K and Kindergarten.
The Soar Lab can be compared to a children's museum with additional activities to help students prepare for Pre-K and Kindergarten.
FDOT completes $143M revamp of I-75 and US-301 interchange
Drivers traveling through the I-75 and U.S. 301 interchange near Ellenton are finally seeing a smoother commute.
Drivers traveling through the I-75 and U.S. 301 interchange near Ellenton are finally seeing a smoother commute.
Lt. Perry's Place provides safe space for first responders of Manatee, Sarasota counties
First responders see the unthinkable every single day, including tragic car crashes, incidents involving children, shootings and more. They carry that experience with them for the rest of their lives.
First responders see the unthinkable every single day, including tragic car crashes, incidents involving children, shootings and more. They carry that experience with them for the rest of their lives.
Missing Bradenton teen found after statewide alert
A Bradenton teenager who was at the heart of a Florida Missing Child Alert earlier this week has been safely located. No other details were provided.
A Bradenton teenager who was at the heart of a Florida Missing Child Alert earlier this week has been safely located. No other details were provided.
Manatee County Animal Welfare moves operations to expanded Bradenton campus
After 80 years in its Palmetto facility, Manatee County Animal Welfare is getting ready to relocate its dogs into a new, modern shelter on the Bishop Campus in Bradenton.
After 80 years in its Palmetto facility, Manatee County Animal Welfare is getting ready to relocate its dogs into a new, modern shelter on the Bishop Campus in Bradenton.