69 live rabbits, 32 dead rabbits found at hoarder home in Bradenton

Manatee County Animal Welfare was called to a Bradenton home in the 1500 block of 15th Street West for a complaint about ‘deplorable' animal hoarding.

Bradenton man shot in head dies; search underway for shooter

The Manatee County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a homicide that happened on 14th Street West in Bradenton.

Day care owner in Parrish accused of inappropriately touching teen employees

The owner of Country Cubs Day Care was arrested on Tuesday after an investigation revealed that he committed lewd and lascivious acts on two teenage girls who worked in the day care, according to detectives.

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.