Manatee County deputies open fire on man accused of pulling firearm from waistband while disobeying commands
A Parrish man is in the hospital after deputies say they shot him when he pulled a firearm from his waistband, disobeying their commands.
A Parrish man is in the hospital after deputies say they shot him when he pulled a firearm from his waistband, disobeying their commands.
Undocumented migrant charged with DUI after hitting, killing pedestrian in Bradenton: FHP
A pedestrian was hit and killed by a drunk driver in Bradenton on Friday evening, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
A pedestrian was hit and killed by a drunk driver in Bradenton on Friday evening, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Armed Florida man killed in standoff with deputies was wanted for robbing marijuana dispensary: MCSO
The Manatee County Sheriff's Office says the man found dead after barricading himself inside a home for hours earlier this week was a suspect in the armed robbery of a marijuana dispensary.
The Manatee County Sheriff's Office says the man found dead after barricading himself inside a home for hours earlier this week was a suspect in the armed robbery of a marijuana dispensary.
3 teens arrested in shootout that killed 15-year-old during botched robbery in Bradenton
More than two weeks after a 15-year-old boy's shooting death in Bradenton, police say they've arrested three teens in the case.
More than two weeks after a 15-year-old boy's shooting death in Bradenton, police say they've arrested three teens in the case.
Armed suspect who shot at deputies found dead after barricading inside Manatee County home
An armed suspect who barricaded inside a Manatee County home in the 800 block of 63rd Avenue West was found dead after a three-hour stand-off, according to deputies.
An armed suspect who barricaded inside a Manatee County home in the 800 block of 63rd Avenue West was found dead after a three-hour stand-off, according to deputies.
Stabbing at Bradenton home kills one man, injures another: MCSO
One man is dead after an argument led to a stabbing at a Bradenton home early on Sunday morning, according to the Manatee County Sheriff's Office.
One man is dead after an argument led to a stabbing at a Bradenton home early on Sunday morning, according to the Manatee County Sheriff's Office.
Elderly Florida woman collects $108K in unclaimed funds after thinking she was getting scammed
It seemed like every time 88-year-old Barbara checked her mail, she had another letter from a law firm or a private investigator, all offering to help her claim money they said she was owed, in exchange for part of the proceeds.
It seemed like every time 88-year-old Barbara checked her mail, she had another letter from a law firm or a private investigator, all offering to help her claim money they said she was owed, in exchange for part of the proceeds.
Anna Maria Island establishes 'No Swim Zone' at Bean Point following drownings
An area off of Anna Maria Island known as 'Bean Point' is now a 'No Swim Zone.'
An area off of Anna Maria Island known as 'Bean Point' is now a 'No Swim Zone.'
Bradenton police officers come to the rescue when ducklings fall through a grate
Bradenton Police came to the rescue of baby ducklings that fell through a grate.
Bradenton Police came to the rescue of baby ducklings that fell through a grate.
Manatee County joins growing list of cities, counties challenging Senate Bill 180 with legal action
Manatee County just joined a list of 10 other local governments, suing the state over Senate Bill 180.
Manatee County just joined a list of 10 other local governments, suing the state over Senate Bill 180.
Man found dead on South Skyway Fishing Pier
The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating a man's death on the fishing piers along the Sunshine Skyway Bridge on Tuesday morning.
The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating a man's death on the fishing piers along the Sunshine Skyway Bridge on Tuesday morning.
Body found in water identified as missing swimmer, Manatee County officials confirm
Officials in Manatee County confirmed on Tuesday that a body found in the water Monday is that of a 20-year-old swimmer who vanished over the weekend.
Officials in Manatee County confirmed on Tuesday that a body found in the water Monday is that of a 20-year-old swimmer who vanished over the weekend.
Body believed to be missing swimmer found off Anna Maria Island
Manatee County officials say they believe the body of a missing 20-year-old swimmer has been found off Anna Maria Island.
Manatee County officials say they believe the body of a missing 20-year-old swimmer has been found off Anna Maria Island.
Bradenton police seek tips in teen's 2024 murder
One year after a 16-year-old boy was shot to death in Bradenton, police are once again asking for the public's help in bringing the teen's killer to justice.
One year after a 16-year-old boy was shot to death in Bradenton, police are once again asking for the public's help in bringing the teen's killer to justice.
Baby sea turtles on Anna Maria Island struggling to reach Gulf after hurricane damage
It’s hatchling season along Florida’s Gulf Coast, but on Anna Maria Island, baby sea turtles are facing tougher odds than usual. Conservationists say artificial lighting is disorienting the newborn turtles, drawing them inland instead of toward the Gulf.
It’s hatchling season along Florida’s Gulf Coast, but on Anna Maria Island, baby sea turtles are facing tougher odds than usual. Conservationists say artificial lighting is disorienting the newborn turtles, drawing them inland instead of toward the Gulf.
Manatee County Schools select new superintendent
School board members in Manatee County selected its newest superintendent on Tuesday.
School board members in Manatee County selected its newest superintendent on Tuesday.
Homicide investigation underway after shooting in Bradenton neighborhood
The Bradenton Police Department says detectives are investigating a homicide after gunfire in a neighborhood left a person dead.
The Bradenton Police Department says detectives are investigating a homicide after gunfire in a neighborhood left a person dead.
Thunderstorm’s 55 mph winds pull off roofs in Palmetto mobile home park
Sunday's strong storms caused damage to homes in a Manatee County community, with crews helping homeowners clean up the mess.
Sunday's strong storms caused damage to homes in a Manatee County community, with crews helping homeowners clean up the mess.
Manatee County residents ask for extra protections for Myakka River
Some Manatee County residents are asking for stronger protection for the Myakka River, and its flood plain. However, there are concerns that Senate Bill 180 will prevent the County Commission from adding the extra protections.
Some Manatee County residents are asking for stronger protection for the Myakka River, and its flood plain. However, there are concerns that Senate Bill 180 will prevent the County Commission from adding the extra protections.
Missing teen found dead in pond caught on camera alone ‘sprinting’ toward water: ‘There’s no one chasing him’
More than one week after 18-year-old Giovanni Pelletier was found dead in a Manatee County retention pond, the sheriff’s office is releasing video that sheds more light on what he was doing before he disappeared earlier this month.
More than one week after 18-year-old Giovanni Pelletier was found dead in a Manatee County retention pond, the sheriff’s office is releasing video that sheds more light on what he was doing before he disappeared earlier this month.