Manatee County deputies searching for Bradenton bank robber
The Manatee County Sheriff’s Office is searching for a man who robbed a Wells Fargo Bank Saturday morning.
The Manatee County Sheriff’s Office is searching for a man who robbed a Wells Fargo Bank Saturday morning.
Despite deadly COVID-19 outbreak, face masks to remain optional at Manatee County Administration Building
Face masks will be optional for the public and employees inside the Manatee County Administration Building when it reopens on Monday following a deadly COVID-19 outbreak.
Face masks will be optional for the public and employees inside the Manatee County Administration Building when it reopens on Monday following a deadly COVID-19 outbreak.
Deadly COVID-19 outbreak closes Manatee County Administration Building
According to the county, “a number” of coronavirus cases were detected among county employees this week and two people died.
According to the county, “a number” of coronavirus cases were detected among county employees this week and two people died.
Massive alligator shows up at front door of Manatee County home
A slightly clumsy alligator gave one Manatee County homeowner a bit of a shock when he checked his doorbell footage.
A slightly clumsy alligator gave one Manatee County homeowner a bit of a shock when he checked his doorbell footage.
Manatee County's new COVID-19 vaccination site aims to connect with underserved community
There's a new COVID-19 vaccination site set up behind the Palmetto bus stop. The site is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
There's a new COVID-19 vaccination site set up behind the Palmetto bus stop. The site is open Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
COVID-19 testing, vaccination site opens at Palmetto bus station
A new COVID-19 testing and vaccination site is set up behind the Palmetto bus station located at 1802 8th Avenue West in hopes of making the shot more accessible to the Manatee County community.
A new COVID-19 testing and vaccination site is set up behind the Palmetto bus station located at 1802 8th Avenue West in hopes of making the shot more accessible to the Manatee County community.
Snooty's legacy lives on at upgraded Bishop Museum rehab facility
The Bishop Museum will showcase upgrades to its Parker Manatee Rehabilitation habitat when it opens to the public Wednesday. They hope the changes help manatees feel more at home.
The Bishop Museum will showcase upgrades to its Parker Manatee Rehabilitation habitat when it opens to the public Wednesday. They hope the changes help manatees feel more at home.
Bicyclist with 47 broken bones after crash with vehicle meets paramedics who saved his life
In April, Matt Reich was riding his bike home from volunteering in Bradenton when a driver hit him. Manatee County paramedics Lydia Wilkinson and Karleigh Alday discovered Reich had 47 broken bones, including his back and pelvis. Two months later, he thanked them in person.
In April, Matt Reich was riding his bike home from volunteering in Bradenton when a driver hit him. Manatee County paramedics Lydia Wilkinson and Karleigh Alday discovered Reich had 47 broken bones, including his back and pelvis. Two months later, he thanked them in person.
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.'