Zota resort killings: Second suspect arrested 6 years after 2 employees shot to death
More than six years after two Longboat Key resort employees were shot and killed, homicide investigators made another arrest.
More than six years after two Longboat Key resort employees were shot and killed, homicide investigators made another arrest.
Construction on I-75, US 301 interchange to ease traffic in Manatee County
A $155 million project is going to widen I-75 and include two bridges that will help move traffic from U.S. 301 onto I-75.
A $155 million project is going to widen I-75 and include two bridges that will help move traffic from U.S. 301 onto I-75.
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.
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.
2 Florida men indicted for Jan. 6 Capitol breach soon before 2-year anniversary of attack
Two Florida men were charged in a recently unsealed incitement for their roles in the Jan. 6 Capitol breach almost exactly two years ago.
Two Florida men were charged in a recently unsealed incitement for their roles in the Jan. 6 Capitol breach almost exactly two years ago.
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.
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.
Scammers target grieving families planning services at Bradenton family-run funeral home
A new scam targeting grieving families that are planning their loved ones' funeral service is circulating through the Bradenton area.
A new scam targeting grieving families that are planning their loved ones' funeral service is circulating through the Bradenton area.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Myakka Elephant Ranch visitors interact with two beloved Asian elephants
The Myakka Elephant Ranch stands as a beacon of education and conservation in the heart of Myakka City in Manatee County.
The Myakka Elephant Ranch stands as a beacon of education and conservation in the heart of Myakka City in Manatee County.
Man arrested after punching Rideshare driver in Manatee County, stealing his car: MCSO
A man is accused of punching a Rideshare driver in Manatee County, stealing his car, and then leading deputies on a pursuit in which his car was engulfed in sparks and eventually caught on fire.
A man is accused of punching a Rideshare driver in Manatee County, stealing his car, and then leading deputies on a pursuit in which his car was engulfed in sparks and eventually caught on fire.
Former Hardee County deputy arrested for animal cruelty
A former deputy with the Hardee County Sheriff’s Office has turned himself in to authorities to face charges of animal cruelty.
A former deputy with the Hardee County Sheriff’s Office has turned himself in to authorities to face charges of animal cruelty.
Former Hardee County deputy facing more animal cruelty charges flees state, deputies say
Manatee County deputies are searching for a former deputy with the Hardee County Sheriff's Office who they say abused dogs at his boarding facility weeks after he was arrested for animal cruelty and ordered to shut down his business.
Manatee County deputies are searching for a former deputy with the Hardee County Sheriff's Office who they say abused dogs at his boarding facility weeks after he was arrested for animal cruelty and ordered to shut down his business.
'Flight to the North Pole' brings joy to kids with terminal illnesses and disabilities
Inside the headquarters of Feld Entertainment, Brandie Ledford cherished the joy a simple train provided for her son Ivan.
Inside the headquarters of Feld Entertainment, Brandie Ledford cherished the joy a simple train provided for her son Ivan.
Animal rescue groups join forces to help more than 50 dogs rescued from Florida hoarder: ‘It was horrendous’
Multiple local animal rescue groups banded together to save 53 dogs from a hoarding situation in Miami.
Multiple local animal rescue groups banded together to save 53 dogs from a hoarding situation in Miami.
Manatee County commission approves purchase to preserve special land in Parrish
Sixty-eight acres make up Crooked River Ranch in Parrish. Protecting the chunk of land was a top priority for Manatee County’s Environmental Lands Program.
Sixty-eight acres make up Crooked River Ranch in Parrish. Protecting the chunk of land was a top priority for Manatee County’s Environmental Lands Program.
14-year-old arrested for hitting school resource officer who was breaking up fight: MCSO
Two Buffalo Creek Middle School students were arrested Monday night after a fight on campus, according to deputies.
Two Buffalo Creek Middle School students were arrested Monday night after a fight on campus, according to deputies.
Dozens of Santas' spreading Christmas joy in Lakewood Ranch neighborhood
Saint Nicholas is keeping an extra close eye on the Sapphire Point neighborhood in Lakewood Ranch this Christmas season.
Saint Nicholas is keeping an extra close eye on the Sapphire Point neighborhood in Lakewood Ranch this Christmas season.
Manatee County pet rescue takes in 40 dogs from hoarding situation: ‘They're literally dripping in dreadlocks'
At least 40 dogs will be rescued from a hoarding situation in South Florida, and a Manatee County animal rescue is working to bring them to the area to give them a new start.
At least 40 dogs will be rescued from a hoarding situation in South Florida, and a Manatee County animal rescue is working to bring them to the area to give them a new start.