Florida court cites alcohol as 'drug' while blocking license reinstatement
In a case that focused heavily on whether alcohol should be considered a drug, an appeals court Wednesday backed a decision by the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles to deny reinstatement of a driver’s license to a man who had been convicted of DUI manslaughter.
In a case that focused heavily on whether alcohol should be considered a drug, an appeals court Wednesday backed a decision by the Florida Department of Highway Safety and Motor Vehicles to deny reinstatement of a driver’s license to a man who had been convicted of DUI manslaughter.
Little Manatee River could become third in Florida to be federally protected
Take a trip down the Little Manatee River and you'll be transported to an area outside of suburban sprawl; a place where you can relax and unwind.
Take a trip down the Little Manatee River and you'll be transported to an area outside of suburban sprawl; a place where you can relax and unwind.
Troopers find possible suspect vehicle involved in hit-and-run that killed Bradenton woman
Two days after a Bradenton woman died following a hit-and-run crash, troopers arrested Richard Aaron Richardson, 42, of Bradenton, for felony hit-and-run involving death and driving with a suspended license.
Two days after a Bradenton woman died following a hit-and-run crash, troopers arrested Richard Aaron Richardson, 42, of Bradenton, for felony hit-and-run involving death and driving with a suspended license.
Search for driver underway after Bradenton woman killed by pickup truck
Troopers in Manatee County are looking for the driver of a pickup truck that hit a pedestrian who was trying to cross six busy lanes of U.S. Highway 41 around 6:30 this morning.
Troopers in Manatee County are looking for the driver of a pickup truck that hit a pedestrian who was trying to cross six busy lanes of U.S. Highway 41 around 6:30 this morning.
These Manatee County pups have a nose for COVID-19
Multiple studies have been done showing dogs can indeed be trained to find COVID-19 by scent, and a few international airports already have dogs on duty screening passengers.
Multiple studies have been done showing dogs can indeed be trained to find COVID-19 by scent, and a few international airports already have dogs on duty screening passengers.
Manatee deputies investigating vandalism to candidate's car
A candidate for judge in Manatee County is wondering if someone is trying to send her a message. The sheriff's office is investigating after someone apparently tampered with her vehicle.
A candidate for judge in Manatee County is wondering if someone is trying to send her a message. The sheriff's office is investigating after someone apparently tampered with her vehicle.
Mobile rehabilitation technology helps horses regain quality of life
Sports rehabilitation technology has made many advancements over the years helping athletes from all walks of life recover quicker, but Mark Hiser’s passion for horses has taken that very same technology to help them recover as well.
Sports rehabilitation technology has made many advancements over the years helping athletes from all walks of life recover quicker, but Mark Hiser’s passion for horses has taken that very same technology to help them recover as well.
14-year-olds face second-degree murder charges for shooting of 17-year-old in Bradenton
Two 14-year-old boys were arrested after police discovered a 17-year-old dead in a car Tuesday afternoon in Bradenton.
Two 14-year-old boys were arrested after police discovered a 17-year-old dead in a car Tuesday afternoon in Bradenton.
Manatee County man mailed in ballot request for wife who died in 2018, deputies say
Deputies arrested a Manatee County man for voter fraud after he mailed in a ballot request on behalf of his wife. Officials said she died two years ago.
Deputies arrested a Manatee County man for voter fraud after he mailed in a ballot request on behalf of his wife. Officials said she died two years ago.
Manatee County repeals COVID-19 mask mandate
Manatee County became one of the first areas in the state to repeal their mask mandate, following the governor’s announcement Friday that Florida is now in Phase 3 of the COVID-19 reopening plan.
Manatee County became one of the first areas in the state to repeal their mask mandate, following the governor’s announcement Friday that Florida is now in Phase 3 of the COVID-19 reopening plan.
Play among the treetops at Robinson Preserve's Canopy Zone
It feels like you're high up in the trees at the Canopy Zone at Robinson Preserve in Manatee County. But there's more than just ropes and slides.
It feels like you're high up in the trees at the Canopy Zone at Robinson Preserve in Manatee County. But there's more than just ropes and slides.
Manatee County deputies search for armed suspects involved in violent robberies at 3 stores
A single gunshot sent customers scrambling for cover.
A single gunshot sent customers scrambling for cover.
Store manager shot during attempted robbery at Bradenton Walmart
Manatee County Sheriff's Office deputies are investigating a shooting at a Bradenton Walmart.
Manatee County Sheriff's Office deputies are investigating a shooting at a Bradenton Walmart.
Despite pandemic, Bradenton students collect necessities for hurricane victims
Sitting outside Electa Lee Magnet Middle School, you can't miss the white trailer with "changing the future through leadership and innovation" printed on the side.
Sitting outside Electa Lee Magnet Middle School, you can't miss the white trailer with "changing the future through leadership and innovation" printed on the side.
Manatee County officials explore use of drones to assist 911
Manatee County could be on the verge of leading the way in a new type of emergency response. The county is just a few approvals away from becoming one of the first in the country to use drones during a 911 incident.
Manatee County could be on the verge of leading the way in a new type of emergency response. The county is just a few approvals away from becoming one of the first in the country to use drones during a 911 incident.
Coast Guard saves 7 boaters after vessel capsizes near Delta Cut
Seven boaters were back on dry land after a scary situation out on the water.
Seven boaters were back on dry land after a scary situation out on the water.
Young cancer survivor gives puppy to Bradenton child who completed chemotherapy for brain tumor
A 6-year-old presented a puppy to a 4-year-old who is battling brain cancer.
A 6-year-old presented a puppy to a 4-year-old who is battling brain cancer.
Manatee County K9 captures burglary suspect who dove into water while fleeing from deputies
Robert BonAuito was arrested Friday morning after deputies say he burglarized a vehicle and led them on a chase that ended when a K9 dove into the water after him.
Robert BonAuito was arrested Friday morning after deputies say he burglarized a vehicle and led them on a chase that ended when a K9 dove into the water after him.
‘It’s an outrage’: Manatee sheriff warns of fake website scam
A website that looks like the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office website is a scam meant to take victim’s money, according to Sheriff Rick Wells.
A website that looks like the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office website is a scam meant to take victim’s money, according to Sheriff Rick Wells.
Deputies save man from jumping off Sunshine Skyway bridge after he tried to run deputy over, sheriff says
Scott Rapson, 23, is facing several charges after he tried to run over a deputy and led law enforcement on a chase before attempting to jump from the Sunshine Skyway Bridge.
Scott Rapson, 23, is facing several charges after he tried to run over a deputy and led law enforcement on a chase before attempting to jump from the Sunshine Skyway Bridge.