Younger, unvaccinated COVID-19 patients filling Bay Area hospitals
Hospital staff at Bradenton's Blake Medical Center say the surge came suddenly, and the patients are younger than ever before.
Hospital staff at Bradenton's Blake Medical Center say the surge came suddenly, and the patients are younger than ever before.
Florida troopers reminding drivers to ‘move over’ for emergency vehicles along I-75
FHP troopers will be out in full force Tuesday along I-75 reminding drivers to move over for emergency vehicles.
FHP troopers will be out in full force Tuesday along I-75 reminding drivers to move over for emergency vehicles.
Holmes Beach restaurant says business is booming since requiring diners to be vaccinated
Beach Bistro on Holmes Beach in Anna Maria Island now requires diners to be vaccinated, adding to its "aggressive" safety measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
Beach Bistro on Holmes Beach in Anna Maria Island now requires diners to be vaccinated, adding to its "aggressive" safety measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
Manatee County administrator encourages vaccines for employees after 3 die, dozens test positive for COVID-19
Three Manatee County employees have died from COVID-19 since June and Manatee County Administrator Doctor Scott Hopes said vaccines are key to keeping employees safe.
Three Manatee County employees have died from COVID-19 since June and Manatee County Administrator Doctor Scott Hopes said vaccines are key to keeping employees safe.
New CDC guidelines reignite school mask debate in Bay Area
With the start of the school year around the corner, it doesn’t appear that Bay Area districts will make changes to their mask policies, despite new guidance and as COVID-19 surges across the state.
With the start of the school year around the corner, it doesn’t appear that Bay Area districts will make changes to their mask policies, despite new guidance and as COVID-19 surges across the state.
Masks for students still up in the air in Manatee, Pinellas counties
School boards in Pinellas and Manatee counties heard passionate debates Tuesday from parents and the public over whether students will be required to wear masks this coming school year as the COVID-19 pandemic again infects thousands daily in Florida.
School boards in Pinellas and Manatee counties heard passionate debates Tuesday from parents and the public over whether students will be required to wear masks this coming school year as the COVID-19 pandemic again infects thousands daily in Florida.
Hundreds of sharks take refuge from red tide in Longboat Key canals
The canals of Buttonwood Harbour aren't usually home to sharks, but hundreds of bonnethead, lemon, and nurse sharks trying to survive red tide have found themselves gathered there indefinitely.
The canals of Buttonwood Harbour aren't usually home to sharks, but hundreds of bonnethead, lemon, and nurse sharks trying to survive red tide have found themselves gathered there indefinitely.
FHP: Man killed trying to cross U.S. 41
A 54-year-old Bradenton man died Friday night after being struck by a car while trying to cross U.S. 41, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
A 54-year-old Bradenton man died Friday night after being struck by a car while trying to cross U.S. 41, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Manatee County school rolls out $2 million smart school buses
Manatee School for the Arts recently acquired 16 new school buses equipped with top-of-the-line technology including sensors that sound an alarm if cars don't stop for crossing students and automatic braking and warning about lane drifting will also aid drivers.
Manatee School for the Arts recently acquired 16 new school buses equipped with top-of-the-line technology including sensors that sound an alarm if cars don't stop for crossing students and automatic braking and warning about lane drifting will also aid drivers.
Lawn clippings, dog droppings, fertilizer all contribute to red tide, scientists say
The spill of wastewater from Piney Point is likely fueling the red tide algal bloom in Tampa Bay, but many everyday activities around the bay also play a big role in the health of the waterway.
The spill of wastewater from Piney Point is likely fueling the red tide algal bloom in Tampa Bay, but many everyday activities around the bay also play a big role in the health of the waterway.
Deputies: Former employee stabbed during fight with current employee at Bradenton oil change shop
Questions remain as deputies in Manatee County try to put together what happened Thursday morning at a Take 5 Oil Change business. A former employee is dead after a current employee said he had to arm himself with a knife for protection.
Questions remain as deputies in Manatee County try to put together what happened Thursday morning at a Take 5 Oil Change business. A former employee is dead after a current employee said he had to arm himself with a knife for protection.
Heat advisory issued for inland Hillsborough, Manatee
The National Weather Service issued a heat advisory for inland portions of Hillsborough and Manatee counties for Thursday afternoon.
The National Weather Service issued a heat advisory for inland portions of Hillsborough and Manatee counties for Thursday afternoon.
Most Bay Area school districts won’t mandate masks this school year
School districts across the Bay Area have voted to make masks optional in schools this fall and, despite surging coronavirus cases, they aren’t reversing their new policies.
School districts across the Bay Area have voted to make masks optional in schools this fall and, despite surging coronavirus cases, they aren’t reversing their new policies.
Fire flips script on WingStop 'guardian angel' who saved toddler's life
The woman who once saved a toddler's life as he had a medical emergency at her WingStop restaurant is now getting much-needed help from the little boy's family after her home was destroyed by fire.
The woman who once saved a toddler's life as he had a medical emergency at her WingStop restaurant is now getting much-needed help from the little boy's family after her home was destroyed by fire.
FHP ramping up efforts to stop speeding, distracted driving
The mother of a young father killed by a speeding driver is urging others to heed warnings from troopers and save lives on the road.
The mother of a young father killed by a speeding driver is urging others to heed warnings from troopers and save lives on the road.
Rep. Vern Buchanan quarantining after COVID-19 diagnosis
Congressman Vern Buchanan is taking some time off after being diagnosed with COVID-19, a spokesperson said Monday.
Congressman Vern Buchanan is taking some time off after being diagnosed with COVID-19, a spokesperson said Monday.
Tracking red tide: With algae blooms, not all Bay Area beaches are alike
If you’re planning a day at the beach, be sure to check red tide maps for the latest conditions on Bay Area beaches.
If you’re planning a day at the beach, be sure to check red tide maps for the latest conditions on Bay Area beaches.
Florida overdose deaths spike 37% during pandemic, CDC data shows
In Florida, preliminary data from the CDC shows the death toll was up about 37% from 2019. The alarming trend is being driven by an increase of the synthetic opioid fentanyl on the streets, and the coronavirus pandemic's impact on substance abuse and addiction. Not everyone received the support they needed.
In Florida, preliminary data from the CDC shows the death toll was up about 37% from 2019. The alarming trend is being driven by an increase of the synthetic opioid fentanyl on the streets, and the coronavirus pandemic's impact on substance abuse and addiction. Not everyone received the support they needed.
Fish captain gets rare view of blanket octopus near Anna Maria Island
Seven miles off the coast of Manatee County, a fishing captain had the rare experience to see a blanket octopus drifting around his boat.
Seven miles off the coast of Manatee County, a fishing captain had the rare experience to see a blanket octopus drifting around his boat.
Baby found dead in Bradenton quadplex fire after relative tried to save him, deputies say
A baby boy was found dead after a fire at a Bradenton quadplex. Lazier would have turned one on August 2.
A baby boy was found dead after a fire at a Bradenton quadplex. Lazier would have turned one on August 2.