Train carrying propane derails in Manatee County, but no leaks detected: officials
A propane tanker carrying thousands of gallons of fuel toppled over in Manatee County, along with several other cars. Officials are now trying to determine the safest clean-up route.
A propane tanker carrying thousands of gallons of fuel toppled over in Manatee County, along with several other cars. Officials are now trying to determine the safest clean-up route.
Cortez Commercial Fishing Festival returns for 41st year
Every third weekend in February, thousands gather in a small fishing village in Manatee County to celebrate one of the state’s last true fishing villages.
Every third weekend in February, thousands gather in a small fishing village in Manatee County to celebrate one of the state’s last true fishing villages.
Manatee County deputy to honor young Polk County deputy killed in line of duty during Police Unity Tour
A young Polk County Sheriff's Office deputy killed by friendly fire back in October is being honored by a fellow deputy who he never met.
A young Polk County Sheriff's Office deputy killed by friendly fire back in October is being honored by a fellow deputy who he never met.
End of an era: Mixon family selling Mixon Fruit Farms
There are only five months left to enjoy a refreshing orange and vanilla swirled ice cream at Mixon Fruit Farms. The family farm is on the market.
There are only five months left to enjoy a refreshing orange and vanilla swirled ice cream at Mixon Fruit Farms. The family farm is on the market.
Palma Sola Elementary to remain open in Bradenton
The Manatee County school board eased the concerns of parents and community members with its decision that Palma Sola Elementary School will remain open, but they will look to the future with a plan to rebuild.
The Manatee County school board eased the concerns of parents and community members with its decision that Palma Sola Elementary School will remain open, but they will look to the future with a plan to rebuild.
Accused DUI driver who crashed into trooper during Skyway 10K completes addiction program
The driver who crashed into a state trooper during the Skyway 10k last year was back in court today in Manatee County.
The driver who crashed into a state trooper during the Skyway 10k last year was back in court today in Manatee County.
4 teens arrested in fatal shooting of 15-year-old in Bradenton, deputies say
Four teenagers in Manatee County are facing felony charges in the shooting death of a 15-year-old last November.
Four teenagers in Manatee County are facing felony charges in the shooting death of a 15-year-old last November.
Commissioners look to turn Manatee County into 'Second Amendment sanctuary'
Manatee County Commissioner Jason Bearden said he wants to protect the Second Amendment rights of residents. He’s calling for Manatee to become a gun sanctuary county.
Manatee County Commissioner Jason Bearden said he wants to protect the Second Amendment rights of residents. He’s calling for Manatee to become a gun sanctuary county.
SkinSmart Dermotology receives unique Valentine's Day gift
Love is in the air inside SkinSmart Dermatology in Sarasota, puppy love to be exact. Move over chocolate and flowers, puppies were delivered Tuesday!
Love is in the air inside SkinSmart Dermatology in Sarasota, puppy love to be exact. Move over chocolate and flowers, puppies were delivered Tuesday!
Developer asks to build new roads that cut into Hunsader Farms, Myakka Elephant Ranch
Development is booming in East Manatee County, but more changes could be coming. A developer is asking to build new roads that could cut into Hunsader Farms and the Myakka Elephant Ranch.
Development is booming in East Manatee County, but more changes could be coming. A developer is asking to build new roads that could cut into Hunsader Farms and the Myakka Elephant Ranch.
Parrish High: 4th student arrested for false shooting tip, 3 arrested for TikToks depicting mass shootings
Four students in Manatee County have been arrested in the last two days in connection to school threats, according to the Manatee County Sheriff's Office.
Four students in Manatee County have been arrested in the last two days in connection to school threats, according to the Manatee County Sheriff's Office.
Parrish Community High evacuated after multiple bomb threats; investigators work to track source
Students and staff at Parrish Community High School were evacuated from the building Tuesday morning after officials received two bomb threats. Since February 1, school officials say they've received four bomb threats against the school that have not been credible.
Students and staff at Parrish Community High School were evacuated from the building Tuesday morning after officials received two bomb threats. Since February 1, school officials say they've received four bomb threats against the school that have not been credible.
Judge approves motion to exclude bodycam audio in DUI case against Manatee Commissioner George Kruse
A judge has ruled that the jury will not hear the audio from body camera video of Manatee County Commissioner George Kruse’s crash from back in April 2022, that resulted in a DUI charge.
A judge has ruled that the jury will not hear the audio from body camera video of Manatee County Commissioner George Kruse’s crash from back in April 2022, that resulted in a DUI charge.
Manatee County School District's book battle continues
The Manatee County School District is reviewing 30 books that have been removed from school libraries after they were submitted by three community members.
The Manatee County School District is reviewing 30 books that have been removed from school libraries after they were submitted by three community members.
Baugh admits wrongdoing in Lakewood Ranch vaccine clinic scandal, fined $8,000 by state
In mid-February 2021, the first COVID-19 vaccines were being distributed to the most vulnerable in Florida. Residents over the age of 65 and people with additional health risks were getting the shots first. Around 30% of Florida seniors had been vaccinated.
In mid-February 2021, the first COVID-19 vaccines were being distributed to the most vulnerable in Florida. Residents over the age of 65 and people with additional health risks were getting the shots first. Around 30% of Florida seniors had been vaccinated.
Anna Maria Island residents do not like state leader's idea of merging cities to make way for a parking garage
A fight over a lack of public parking in Holmes Beach escalated after a state representative suggested consolidating the cities of Anna Maria, Bradenton Beach, and Holmes Beach to override a local ordinance prohibiting a parking deck. During a city commission meeting, over 100 people packed the room -- all opposing the idea.
A fight over a lack of public parking in Holmes Beach escalated after a state representative suggested consolidating the cities of Anna Maria, Bradenton Beach, and Holmes Beach to override a local ordinance prohibiting a parking deck. During a city commission meeting, over 100 people packed the room -- all opposing the idea.
Censoring the school library? Manatee County officials to hold special meeting in battle over books
In an effort to ensure compliance with Florida’s new school book rules, some Manatee County teachers say they’ve had to physically cover up or block access to classroom bookshelves.
In an effort to ensure compliance with Florida’s new school book rules, some Manatee County teachers say they’ve had to physically cover up or block access to classroom bookshelves.
Police: More than 50 shots fired at Bradenton house; officers identify 4 suspects
Four men were arrested after dozens of bullets were sprayed at a Bradenton home, sending three people to the hospital, police said.
Four men were arrested after dozens of bullets were sprayed at a Bradenton home, sending three people to the hospital, police said.
3 hospitalized in Bradenton shooting; 4 in custody after car chase, crash
Police in Bradenton said they have four people in custody after a shooting that sent three people to the hospital Monday evening.
Police in Bradenton said they have four people in custody after a shooting that sent three people to the hospital Monday evening.
Habitat for Humanity building homes for new Manatee County community
A plot of land in Manatee County is a symbol of hope for 16 families. Ground was broken on the site where their future homes will be built.
A plot of land in Manatee County is a symbol of hope for 16 families. Ground was broken on the site where their future homes will be built.