Manatee County man accused of stabbing wife to death told 911 ‘I hope I didn’t wait too long’: MCSO affidavit

Newly released information from a Manatee County Sheriff’s Office probable cause affidavit shed light on a husband’s deadly stabbing that left his wife dead inside their home last week while their two young children were nearby.

Bradenton manatee caught on camera getting drink from police marine unit vessel

Bradenton Marine Unit Officers Emrich and Eades were finishing their patrol and rinsing down their vessel when a surprise "dock inspector" stopped by for a quick drink.

Florida CFO announces $1.4M in funds to protect firefighters from cancer-causing materials

Florida’s State Fire Marshal and Chief Financial Officer, Blaise Ingoglia, awarded $1.4M in grant money to help protect firefighters from dangerous cancer-causing materials.

Woman hit, killed walking on Bradenton street: BPD

According to the Bradenton Police Department, a crash shortly before 1 a.m. Thursday has claimed the life of a pedestrian. 

I-275 road rage arrests: Driver pulls gun, another faces DUI charge after crash: FHP

Two men were arrested following a road rage crash that resulted in one of the drivers pointing a gun at the other, demanding they get on the ground Wednesday morning on Interstate 275, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Video: Florida cat's face-to-face encounter with gator lurking outside home

A Florida homeowner captured a tense and unusual moment when his house cat came face-to-face with a young alligator just outside his home.

Palmetto seeks to refresh community while keeping hometown feel

The city of Palmetto has long been known for its agricultural history, but many have considered the area a pass-through as drivers go to Anna Maria Island or even on to Sarasota and now city leaders are working to refresh the area.

DeSantis announces plans to for new Sunshine Skyway Fishing Pier

The Sunshine Skyway Fishing Pier, a landmark for Florida anglers and outdoor enthusiasts, is set for a massive overhaul following damage from Hurricane Milton.

DeSantis halts Manatee County cruise terminal plans with new environmental bill

Plans for a potential cruise terminal in Manatee County have been effectively blocked after Florida Governor Ron DeSantis signed a new bill Thursday restricting large-scale dredging projects in some environmentally sensitive areas.

Bradenton man wanted for second-degree murder in deadly drive-by shooting: MCSO

The Manatee County Sheriff's Office is searching for a Bradenton man wanted in connection with a drive-by shooting that left one dead and another injured earlier this month.

Bill to potentially block Manatee cruise port approved

A new coastal resiliency bill passed by Florida lawmakers could stand in the way of a proposed cruise terminal in Manatee County.

Man breaks into Parrish home, attacks woman in garage

A Parrish couple described the moments that followed after they faced an attack at home when a man broke into their garage on Sunday night.