Body camera video shows bargain-hunting hound refusing to leave Florida store at closing time
A dog sniffing out a deal got more than he bargained for when he refused to leave a Bradenton store at closing time and had to answer to the authorities.
A dog sniffing out a deal got more than he bargained for when he refused to leave a Bradenton store at closing time and had to answer to the authorities.
$16,000 reward offered after Manatee County mother goes missing
A $16,000 reward is being offered for information leading to a missing Manatee County mother. The Manatee County Sheriff's Office is currently looking into leads on Stephanie Shenefield, 38, who was last seen in a residential area in the 5300 block of 16th Street East.
A $16,000 reward is being offered for information leading to a missing Manatee County mother. The Manatee County Sheriff's Office is currently looking into leads on Stephanie Shenefield, 38, who was last seen in a residential area in the 5300 block of 16th Street East.
Manatee schools looks to hire nearly 200 support staffers before return to school
As is the case with nearly every school district across Tampa Bay and more broadly across Florida, the school district of Manatee County is grappling with an ongoing staffing shortage and will be hosting four job fairs.
As is the case with nearly every school district across Tampa Bay and more broadly across Florida, the school district of Manatee County is grappling with an ongoing staffing shortage and will be hosting four job fairs.
Sarasota Bradenton Airport to work with local colleges to provide aircraft maintenance training
New opportunities will be landing at the Sarasota Bradenton International Airport. Officials said the airport will become a hub for teaching students the ins and outs of airplanes.
New opportunities will be landing at the Sarasota Bradenton International Airport. Officials said the airport will become a hub for teaching students the ins and outs of airplanes.
No more door-to-door recycling in Bradenton; drop-off 24/7
Door-to-door, curbside recycling is a thing of the past in Bradenton, but it doesn't mean the end of recycling for residents.
Door-to-door, curbside recycling is a thing of the past in Bradenton, but it doesn't mean the end of recycling for residents.
2 dead in possible Lakewood Ranch murder-suicide, deputies say
The Manatee County Sheriff’s Office is investigating after two people were found dead inside a Lakewood Ranch home Friday night.
The Manatee County Sheriff’s Office is investigating after two people were found dead inside a Lakewood Ranch home Friday night.
Troopers search for driver who fled after crashing into pedestrian, killing him
Florida Highway Patrol troopers are investigating a deadly crash that occurred in Ellenton, where a pedestrian was struck by two vehicles. They said one of the drivers fled from the collision.
Florida Highway Patrol troopers are investigating a deadly crash that occurred in Ellenton, where a pedestrian was struck by two vehicles. They said one of the drivers fled from the collision.
Palmetto man hit by train, troopers say
Florida Highway Patrol troopers are investigating the death of a pedestrian after he was struck by a train.
Florida Highway Patrol troopers are investigating the death of a pedestrian after he was struck by a train.
BPD: Burglary suspect dies after jumping into pond while fleeing from officers
Police in Bradenton are investigating after a burglary suspect fled from officers, jumped into a retention pond and was later found dead.
Police in Bradenton are investigating after a burglary suspect fled from officers, jumped into a retention pond and was later found dead.
City of Bradenton to end curbside recycling due to worker shortage, but opening drop-off centers for residents
Curbside recycling is being removed indefinitely in Bradenton beginning June 3, and residents will have to take their recyclables to one of the ten recycling center locations across the city.
Curbside recycling is being removed indefinitely in Bradenton beginning June 3, and residents will have to take their recyclables to one of the ten recycling center locations across the city.
Bradenton animal rescue: 'Shelters are full' due to alarming rate of owners surrendering pets
Skyrocketing rent prices and pet care costs are driving pet owners to surrender their animals at alarming rates, particularly older pets with chronic health conditions their owners can no longer afford to treat.
Skyrocketing rent prices and pet care costs are driving pet owners to surrender their animals at alarming rates, particularly older pets with chronic health conditions their owners can no longer afford to treat.
13-year-old arrested after firing gunshot during Palmetto High football game
A Bradenton teen has been identified as the suspect who fired a weapon when a fight broke out during a high school football game, police said.
A Bradenton teen has been identified as the suspect who fired a weapon when a fight broke out during a high school football game, police said.
Ringling Bros. circus making a comeback next year — without animals
"The Greatest Show on Earth" is making a comeback. The Manatee County-based Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey circus will debut its new show next year — without animal acts.
"The Greatest Show on Earth" is making a comeback. The Manatee County-based Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey circus will debut its new show next year — without animal acts.
7 more victims identified after Palmetto man accused of luring child from birthday party, deputies say
Seven more alleged victims have been identified in the three weeks since a Palmetto man was arrested for luring a 5-year-old from a birthday party and then forcing the victim to watch child pornography and engage in sex acts, according to the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office.
Seven more alleged victims have been identified in the three weeks since a Palmetto man was arrested for luring a 5-year-old from a birthday party and then forcing the victim to watch child pornography and engage in sex acts, according to the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office.
Bradenton pastor uses holographic technology to lead church at 9 locations simultaneously
Pastor Randy Bezet likes getting personal with his congregation at Bayside Community Church, but with nine different locations, he wasn’t able to be at every site at once, until now.
Pastor Randy Bezet likes getting personal with his congregation at Bayside Community Church, but with nine different locations, he wasn’t able to be at every site at once, until now.
Commissioners consider concealed carry for Manatee County employees
Manatee County Commissioner James Satcher wants employees to be able to exercise their Second Amendment right at work.
Manatee County Commissioner James Satcher wants employees to be able to exercise their Second Amendment right at work.
Nearly 500-pound donkey rescued after falling through Palmetto bridge, partially submerged in water
A lucky donkey was rescued after falling through a bridge over a creek bed in Palmetto.
A lucky donkey was rescued after falling through a bridge over a creek bed in Palmetto.
'This was just unthinkable': 42 years pass since deadly Sunshine Skyway Bridge disaster
It's been 42 years since one of the worst tragedies in Tampa Bay's history when the Skyway Bridge was hit by the Freighter Summit Venture.
It's been 42 years since one of the worst tragedies in Tampa Bay's history when the Skyway Bridge was hit by the Freighter Summit Venture.
45 years later, Trans Am from 'Smokey and the Bandit' lives on in Palmetto
This month marks the 45th anniversary of the iconic movie, Smokey and the Bandit. And, there’s a special connection here in the Tampa Bay area.
This month marks the 45th anniversary of the iconic movie, Smokey and the Bandit. And, there’s a special connection here in the Tampa Bay area.
Video shows aftermath of crash involving Manatee County Commissioner George Kruse
Newly-released video and audio shows Manatee County Commissioner George Kruse after crashing his truck into a tree in his gated community in Bradenton.
Newly-released video and audio shows Manatee County Commissioner George Kruse after crashing his truck into a tree in his gated community in Bradenton.