Bradenton police searching for missing 15-year-old
Police in Bradenton are searching for Imanie Black, 15, who was last seen wearing a red and white striped dress.
Police in Bradenton are searching for Imanie Black, 15, who was last seen wearing a red and white striped dress.
Bradenton's IMG Academy to host 22-game WNBA season
The WNBA is in the final stages of an agreement that would bring the league to Bradenton to play a shortened season.
The WNBA is in the final stages of an agreement that would bring the league to Bradenton to play a shortened season.
Driver dead after vehicle hits construction equipment causing Manatee County crash, troopers say
One person died following a crash on U.S. Highway 301, trooper said.
One person died following a crash on U.S. Highway 301, trooper said.
Leaders at every level debate making masks mandatory
In every level of government, from federal to local, officials have encouraged the wearing of masks or cloth face covers to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
In every level of government, from federal to local, officials have encouraged the wearing of masks or cloth face covers to prevent the spread of COVID-19.
Bradenton police searching for missing teen
Police in Bradenton is asking for help locating 13-year-old Alissa Couch. She was last seen in the 1400 block 19th Ave. West.
Police in Bradenton is asking for help locating 13-year-old Alissa Couch. She was last seen in the 1400 block 19th Ave. West.
One dead in Myakka City crash after driver swerves to avoid alligator in road, troopers say
An alligator crossing a road in Manatee County is to blame after a Myakka City man died in a car crash, trooper said.
An alligator crossing a road in Manatee County is to blame after a Myakka City man died in a car crash, trooper said.
Manatee County students must register to ride school buses
The start of the school year is still a few months away, but Bay Area school districts are already starting to plan for the fall as the governor announced schools can return to full capacity.
The start of the school year is still a few months away, but Bay Area school districts are already starting to plan for the fall as the governor announced schools can return to full capacity.
Manatee County man and wife hold hands through glass after months separated by COVID-19
You can work out at the gym, go to the mall and go out to eat, but many Floridians still cannot see their loved ones. They’re wondering when they'll be able to see their relatives in person.
You can work out at the gym, go to the mall and go out to eat, but many Floridians still cannot see their loved ones. They’re wondering when they'll be able to see their relatives in person.
Financial assistance program now available for Manatee County residents
Starting Wednesday, Manatee County residents who need help making rent, mortgage or utility payments can apply online for one-time emergency assistance through the Manatee CARES Housing Assistance Program.
Starting Wednesday, Manatee County residents who need help making rent, mortgage or utility payments can apply online for one-time emergency assistance through the Manatee CARES Housing Assistance Program.
Residents protest reduction in parking on Holmes Beach
Finding a parking spot on Holmes Beach isn't as easy as it once was.
Finding a parking spot on Holmes Beach isn't as easy as it once was.
Congressman joins grieving mother in call to overhaul military training
At her home in Bradenton, Kimberly Weaver holds tight to memories of her son Army Specialist Nicholas Panipinto. The 20-year-old died from injuries following a training accident on November 6, 2019 in South Korea.
At her home in Bradenton, Kimberly Weaver holds tight to memories of her son Army Specialist Nicholas Panipinto. The 20-year-old died from injuries following a training accident on November 6, 2019 in South Korea.
Deputies investigating after 2-year-old boy drowns in Palmetto pond
Deputies are investigating after a 2-year-old boy apparently drowned in a pond behind his Palmetto home.
Deputies are investigating after a 2-year-old boy apparently drowned in a pond behind his Palmetto home.
Juveniles among several arrested in Manatee County crime spree
Manatee County officials say a “county-wide crime spree” over the weekend resulted in damaged property, stolen motorcycles, and stolen goods. Now law enforcement is trying to round up dozens of suspects who may have been involved.
Manatee County officials say a “county-wide crime spree” over the weekend resulted in damaged property, stolen motorcycles, and stolen goods. Now law enforcement is trying to round up dozens of suspects who may have been involved.
Manatee County bids farewell to non-traditional school year with parade
The last trip of the school year for bus drivers didn't include picking up or dropping off students. Instead, school buses in Manatee County brought transportation staff to students and teachers.
The last trip of the school year for bus drivers didn't include picking up or dropping off students. Instead, school buses in Manatee County brought transportation staff to students and teachers.
Bradenton police arrest 18-year-old female on second-degree murder charges
Bradenton police arrested 18-year-old Kashell Brianna Watson on Thursday after they say she shot and killed a 28-year-old man.
Bradenton police arrested 18-year-old Kashell Brianna Watson on Thursday after they say she shot and killed a 28-year-old man.
Manatee County, cities of Palmetto and Bradenton postpone 4th of July fireworks to Labor Day
Manatee County and the cities of Palmetto and Bradenton announced Thursday that their annual Fourth of July fireworks show will be postponed until September.
Manatee County and the cities of Palmetto and Bradenton announced Thursday that their annual Fourth of July fireworks show will be postponed until September.
State approves vacation rental plans for Sarasota, Manatee counties
Sarasota and Manatee counties got the green-light from Florida to start allowing short-term rentals again.
Sarasota and Manatee counties got the green-light from Florida to start allowing short-term rentals again.
Mobile testing lab brings rapid tests to Bay Area long-term care facilities
Florida's new mobile COVID-19 testing lab is making its way to counties across the state, testing residents and staff at long-term care facilities, hopefully catching outbreaks before they take hold.
Florida's new mobile COVID-19 testing lab is making its way to counties across the state, testing residents and staff at long-term care facilities, hopefully catching outbreaks before they take hold.
Manatee High class ring returned 52 years after being stolen from locker
Allan Ackles' 1968 class ring was stolen from his locker. 50 years later, Moody Johnson found it in a field. Now the ring is back with its rightful owner.
Allan Ackles' 1968 class ring was stolen from his locker. 50 years later, Moody Johnson found it in a field. Now the ring is back with its rightful owner.
COVID-19 testing in long-term care facilities 'woefully inadequate'
Long-term care facilities continue to be dangerous and deadly hot spots for COVID-19 in the Tampa Bay area and throughout the state. Governor Ron DeSantis says testing is being done, but patient advocacy groups say it’s not enough.
Long-term care facilities continue to be dangerous and deadly hot spots for COVID-19 in the Tampa Bay area and throughout the state. Governor Ron DeSantis says testing is being done, but patient advocacy groups say it’s not enough.