Suspect shot during attempted robbery at Bradenton mini-mart, police say
A suspect was shot in an attempted robbery at a Bradenton mini-mart Thursday evening, police say.
A suspect was shot in an attempted robbery at a Bradenton mini-mart Thursday evening, police say.
Volunteers work to preserve and restore 432-acre 'Myakka Headwaters' land
Volunteers are rolling up their sleeves in Myakka City to help preserve and restore a vital piece of land known as the “Myakka Headwaters."
Volunteers are rolling up their sleeves in Myakka City to help preserve and restore a vital piece of land known as the “Myakka Headwaters."
Chemistry of a Cocktail, Towers of Tomorrow among events at the Bishop Museum of Science and Nature
A new Bishop After Dark event is incorporating science and daiquiris.
A new Bishop After Dark event is incorporating science and daiquiris.
13 catalytic converter thefts reported in Bradenton within 2 days; could be connected to cases outside city
Bradenton police are trying to track down the thieves who stole catalytic converters from Toyota pickup trucks parked at apartment complexes.
Bradenton police are trying to track down the thieves who stole catalytic converters from Toyota pickup trucks parked at apartment complexes.
$16 million road extension expected to help ease Manatee County traffic
Traveling through Manatee County hopefully just got a little easier with the opening of a new section of Ft. Hamer Road.
Traveling through Manatee County hopefully just got a little easier with the opening of a new section of Ft. Hamer Road.
Manatee County picks up 7,000 pounds of dead fish after red tide blooms
Walking along Coquina Beach, Nancy Gilmour can spot a dead fish or two.
Walking along Coquina Beach, Nancy Gilmour can spot a dead fish or two.
Powel Crosley Estate overlooking Sarasota Bay only open for one more day this year
It’s hard to imagine a place more beautiful than the Powel Crosley Estate overlooking Sarasota Bay. It’s equally hard to imagine how a hundred years ago Powel Crosley imagined the innovations that are now displayed all over his house.
It’s hard to imagine a place more beautiful than the Powel Crosley Estate overlooking Sarasota Bay. It’s equally hard to imagine how a hundred years ago Powel Crosley imagined the innovations that are now displayed all over his house.
Manatee rescued near Holmes Beach had watercraft wound, signs of red tide exposure
As red tide continues to sit off the Gulf coast, reported three manatees were rescued within a couple of days after they showed signs of exposure to the harmful organism. One sea cow was found near Holmes Beach.
As red tide continues to sit off the Gulf coast, reported three manatees were rescued within a couple of days after they showed signs of exposure to the harmful organism. One sea cow was found near Holmes Beach.
Propane tanker upright after overturning during derailment in Manatee County
Two days after a train carrying propane derailed near the Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport, U.S. Congressman Vern Buchanan joined local leaders on a tour of the area as clean-up continued.
Two days after a train carrying propane derailed near the Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport, U.S. Congressman Vern Buchanan joined local leaders on a tour of the area as clean-up continued.
Manatee County train derailment: Clean-up underway; cause remains under investigation
Officials in Manatee County are still trying to determine what led up to Tuesday's train derailment that involved two propane tankers carrying thousands of gallons of fuel.
Officials in Manatee County are still trying to determine what led up to Tuesday's train derailment that involved two propane tankers carrying thousands of gallons of fuel.
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.