Bradenton murder suspect shot victim 19 times, deputies say
The autopsy showed the victim was shot a total of 19 times, deputies said.
The autopsy showed the victim was shot a total of 19 times, deputies said.
Expert: Variety of sources could be enhancing red tide bloom
Out on the water, Tim Lauer ran into a batch of what he believes is red tide during a fishing tournament on Friday. Coming into the southwest corner near MacDill Air Force Base, he captured a trail of dead fish on video.
Out on the water, Tim Lauer ran into a batch of what he believes is red tide during a fishing tournament on Friday. Coming into the southwest corner near MacDill Air Force Base, he captured a trail of dead fish on video.
Manatee County deputies searching for missing, endangered man possibly headed toward Pinellas County
The Manatee County Sheriff’s Office is searching for Kevin Parker-Roman, 37, who hasn’t been seen since 10:30 a.m. Sunday after telling a friend that he ingested some medications and was planning to harm himself.
The Manatee County Sheriff’s Office is searching for Kevin Parker-Roman, 37, who hasn’t been seen since 10:30 a.m. Sunday after telling a friend that he ingested some medications and was planning to harm himself.
Deputies searching for suspect who burglarized Popi’s Place
The Manatee County Sheriff’s Office is searching for a man they say broke into Popi’s Place, located at 3911 U.S. 301 N. in Ellenton, and stole an undisclosed amount of cash early Sunday morning.
The Manatee County Sheriff’s Office is searching for a man they say broke into Popi’s Place, located at 3911 U.S. 301 N. in Ellenton, and stole an undisclosed amount of cash early Sunday morning.
Stinky 'snot grass' algae clogging water off Anna Maria Island
Locals call it snot grass; scientists know it as Lyngbya. Whatever you call it, it's causing problems and making the water around Anna Maria "unfishable."
Locals call it snot grass; scientists know it as Lyngbya. Whatever you call it, it's causing problems and making the water around Anna Maria "unfishable."
Trail of dead fish leads to Piney Point, prompting concern
"I don’t know if it’s come in from the outside or if it’s developed from the [Piney Point] spill, but there’s definitely something killing a lot of fish around Port Manatee," one commercial fisherman told FOX 13.
"I don’t know if it’s come in from the outside or if it’s developed from the [Piney Point] spill, but there’s definitely something killing a lot of fish around Port Manatee," one commercial fisherman told FOX 13.
Myakka community rallies around 'very sweet' family after deadly fire
A Myakka family was sound asleep Sunday morning when a fire started. Two people rushed to try and help their loved one, but the flames grew. He did not make it out.
A Myakka family was sound asleep Sunday morning when a fire started. Two people rushed to try and help their loved one, but the flames grew. He did not make it out.
Florida restaurant industry prepares for workforce return
Florida restaurants are fighting to rebound after a tough year for the industry. A recent drop in jobless claims and the busy summer travel season is setting up the industry for a return to normal faster than some expected.
Florida restaurants are fighting to rebound after a tough year for the industry. A recent drop in jobless claims and the busy summer travel season is setting up the industry for a return to normal faster than some expected.
DEP: Red tide possibly linked to fish kills reported in Pinellas County; link to Piney Point unclear
Friday night, the DEP said FWC received reports of fish kills in Boca Ciega, Pass-a-Grille and St. Pete Beach. A link to the Piney Point leak has not been verified, however, red tide has been detected near the area.
Friday night, the DEP said FWC received reports of fish kills in Boca Ciega, Pass-a-Grille and St. Pete Beach. A link to the Piney Point leak has not been verified, however, red tide has been detected near the area.
FWC investigating after decapitated alligator found along Manatee County road
Whether someone killed the alligator without a license, or just found the gator dead and took its head as a trophy, it is illegal either way.
Whether someone killed the alligator without a license, or just found the gator dead and took its head as a trophy, it is illegal either way.
Lock your doors: Theft, burglary suspects targeting unlocked vehicles in Manatee neighborhoods
Manatee County deputies say a recent rash of vehicle burglaries had one thing in common: the suspects were targeting unlocked cars.
Manatee County deputies say a recent rash of vehicle burglaries had one thing in common: the suspects were targeting unlocked cars.
Anna Maria Island named one of Florida’s ‘most charming small towns’
Anna Maria Island is known for its beautiful white beaches, and both residents and visitors know it. Now, the town was recently named as one of Florida's 'most charming small towns.'
Anna Maria Island is known for its beautiful white beaches, and both residents and visitors know it. Now, the town was recently named as one of Florida's 'most charming small towns.'
Samples suggest Piney Point discharge is diluting, USF researchers say
Researchers from the USF College of Marine Science say a decrease in nutrient concentration is good news. But samples that would tell more about the impacts to seagrasses and other marine life can take months to process.
Researchers from the USF College of Marine Science say a decrease in nutrient concentration is good news. But samples that would tell more about the impacts to seagrasses and other marine life can take months to process.
Manatee detention deputy arrested for DUI
Deputies responding to a complaint about an unresponsive driver say they found one of their own detention deputies at the wheel.
Deputies responding to a complaint about an unresponsive driver say they found one of their own detention deputies at the wheel.
‘Hands off’: Researcher says human interaction is one of the biggest threats to manatees
Researchers are asking people to leave manatees alone after several drone videos showed beachgoers touching, petting and even trying to ride the animals.
Researchers are asking people to leave manatees alone after several drone videos showed beachgoers touching, petting and even trying to ride the animals.
‘It’s the best job’: First female deputy on Manatee County SWAT team proves there are no boundaries
Deputy Amy Holmes made history as the first female and youngest member of the Manatee County Sheriff's Office SWAT team, and she hopes her story inspires others.
Deputy Amy Holmes made history as the first female and youngest member of the Manatee County Sheriff's Office SWAT team, and she hopes her story inspires others.
Distillery says Facebook repeatedly rejected ad promoting event, sale dedicated to first responders
Despite multiple attempts to pay for Facebook ads promoting a ‘Back the Blue’ event launching a bottle series dedicated to first responders, Loaded Cannon Distillery says they keep getting denied, so they will promote the event the old-fashioned way.
Despite multiple attempts to pay for Facebook ads promoting a ‘Back the Blue’ event launching a bottle series dedicated to first responders, Loaded Cannon Distillery says they keep getting denied, so they will promote the event the old-fashioned way.
Lawsuit planned after Piney Point wastewater dump
After 200-million gallons of contaminated water were discharged into Tampa Bay last month, local conservation groups have now filed an intent to sue Piney Point’s owner, HRK Holdings, along with the DEP and the Manatee County Port Authority.
After 200-million gallons of contaminated water were discharged into Tampa Bay last month, local conservation groups have now filed an intent to sue Piney Point’s owner, HRK Holdings, along with the DEP and the Manatee County Port Authority.
Truck driver rescues family of raccoons stuck in Bradenton dumpster
This family of raccoons managed to get into a Bradenton dumpster to dig around in the trash, but got stuck inside and couldn't get back out until a kind delivery driver came to their rescue.
This family of raccoons managed to get into a Bradenton dumpster to dig around in the trash, but got stuck inside and couldn't get back out until a kind delivery driver came to their rescue.
‘I think he likes us’: 3 whale sharks surprise fishing captain, customers off Anna Maria Island
A fishing captain with Anna Maria Charters and his customers got a few surprise visitors on Wednesday when three whale sharks swam up to their boat 30 miles off the coast of Anna Maria Island.
A fishing captain with Anna Maria Charters and his customers got a few surprise visitors on Wednesday when three whale sharks swam up to their boat 30 miles off the coast of Anna Maria Island.