Bradenton police sergeant dies from cancer
The Bradenton Police Department is mourning the loss of one of its own.
The Bradenton Police Department is mourning the loss of one of its own.
19-year-old returns to IMG track less than 5 months after cardiac arrest during practice
IMG's Nick Migliarese looks out over the track with a new appreciation for life. That's because last November, he collapsed at track practice.
IMG's Nick Migliarese looks out over the track with a new appreciation for life. That's because last November, he collapsed at track practice.
Armed barricaded suspect accused of setting home on fire before surrendering to Manatee County deputies
An hours-long standoff between Manatee County deputies and an armed suspect ended with a mobile home going up in flames.
An hours-long standoff between Manatee County deputies and an armed suspect ended with a mobile home going up in flames.
Proposal could bring in more money to recruit more law enforcement officers to Florida
Law enforcement officers risk their lives to keep us safe, but they're needed across the country as every state deals with a shortage.
Law enforcement officers risk their lives to keep us safe, but they're needed across the country as every state deals with a shortage.
'Pretend you are invisible': After 10 deadly motorcycle crashes, Sarasota bike shop has advice for riders
Ten motorcyclists have died in the last three weeks on Sarasota and Manatee County roadways. The increase in fatal crashes involving bikes is prompting the Florida Highway Patrol to urge drivers to slow down and look out.
Ten motorcyclists have died in the last three weeks on Sarasota and Manatee County roadways. The increase in fatal crashes involving bikes is prompting the Florida Highway Patrol to urge drivers to slow down and look out.
Manatee County Animal Welfare sees major influx of dogs, waives adoption fees
The Manatee County Animal Welfare has more than 100 adoptable dogs at its Palmetto Adoption Center. Because of the major influx of dogs, they are waiving adoption fees.
The Manatee County Animal Welfare has more than 100 adoptable dogs at its Palmetto Adoption Center. Because of the major influx of dogs, they are waiving adoption fees.
FHP: 2 injured in Manatee County wrong-way crash
The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating a wrong-way crash that sent two people to the hospital on Tuesday.
The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating a wrong-way crash that sent two people to the hospital on Tuesday.
Crews begin pumping millions of gallons of treated wastewater from Piney Point into underground well
On Tuesday in Manatee County, workers started injecting water from the Piney Point phosphate plant into an underground well.
On Tuesday in Manatee County, workers started injecting water from the Piney Point phosphate plant into an underground well.
Manatee County faith groups push for pre-arrest program
Those committing crimes in Manatee County will find themselves in jail.
Those committing crimes in Manatee County will find themselves in jail.
Bradenton Police Department investigating fatal Saturday morning hit-and-run
The Bradenton Police Department is investigating a pedestrian-involved hit-and-run crash that occurred on Saturday morning.
The Bradenton Police Department is investigating a pedestrian-involved hit-and-run crash that occurred on Saturday morning.
FAU team launches weather balloon from small town in Manatee County to see effects of cosmic, solar radiation
If you were in the small town of Duette in Manatee County on Tuesday, you might have thought the road to space runs right through town.
If you were in the small town of Duette in Manatee County on Tuesday, you might have thought the road to space runs right through town.
IMG Academy taps former Olympian to head school's volleyball program
For the first time ever, the internationally known sports academy based in Bradenton debuted a volleyball team -- with a former Olympian taking the helm.
For the first time ever, the internationally known sports academy based in Bradenton debuted a volleyball team -- with a former Olympian taking the helm.
Requirements for building near wetlands, watersheds could be loosened in Manatee County
Manatee County currently requires 50 feet, but state guidelines only require 15. Those worried about protecting the environment say that's not enough space.
Manatee County currently requires 50 feet, but state guidelines only require 15. Those worried about protecting the environment say that's not enough space.
Manatee commissioners approve Lakewood Ranch expansion next to Freedom Factory
Despite concerns from Cleetus McFarland with the Freedom Factory Racetrack, residents of Panther Ridge and racing fans, the Taylor Ranch Development will move forward.
Despite concerns from Cleetus McFarland with the Freedom Factory Racetrack, residents of Panther Ridge and racing fans, the Taylor Ranch Development will move forward.
Manatee hospice staff transforms lobby into wedding venue for resident to witness daughter's ceremony
Within two days, the Manatee Springs Rehabilitation and Nursing Center transformed its lobby into the perfect wedding venue. For newlyweds Justin and Tina Pearce, the best and most important part was having Tina's 74-year-old mother Linda, a hospice patient, there to see it.
Within two days, the Manatee Springs Rehabilitation and Nursing Center transformed its lobby into the perfect wedding venue. For newlyweds Justin and Tina Pearce, the best and most important part was having Tina's 74-year-old mother Linda, a hospice patient, there to see it.
Built to Honor program gifts Army veteran, family new mortgage-free home in Florida
Built to Honor has donated 76 homes to veterans across America since its launch in 2013, totaling more than $35 million in value.
Built to Honor has donated 76 homes to veterans across America since its launch in 2013, totaling more than $35 million in value.
Bradenton police identify shooting victim
Bradenton police have identified the victim in Sunday's deadly shooting and located a person they were hoping to interview.
Bradenton police have identified the victim in Sunday's deadly shooting and located a person they were hoping to interview.
Ringling Bros. circus announces Tampa stops during comeback tour in 2024
It's been six years since Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey circus ended its 146-year run due to declining ticket sales and backlash from animal rights groups. But now, they will launch its revamped tour – without animals – this fall. Tampa shows will take place in January 2024.
It's been six years since Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey circus ended its 146-year run due to declining ticket sales and backlash from animal rights groups. But now, they will launch its revamped tour – without animals – this fall. Tampa shows will take place in January 2024.
Man shot and killed in front of Bradenton home, police say
Over the weekend, shots were fired in a Bradenton neighborhood, and when officers arrived, they found the victim outside of a home, they said.
Over the weekend, shots were fired in a Bradenton neighborhood, and when officers arrived, they found the victim outside of a home, they said.
Study called Magic Jet Ski could help reduce red tide along beaches, scientists say
Instead of finding a lot of dead fish along Sarasota and Manatee County beaches, you'll find a beach full of spring breakers.
Instead of finding a lot of dead fish along Sarasota and Manatee County beaches, you'll find a beach full of spring breakers.