K-9s trained to fly in Manatee County
Getting to those who need help can take time in some parts of Manatee County. The Manatee County Sheriff's Office said every second spent heading to parts of Myakka or Duette could cost K-9 partners valuable tracking time.
Getting to those who need help can take time in some parts of Manatee County. The Manatee County Sheriff's Office said every second spent heading to parts of Myakka or Duette could cost K-9 partners valuable tracking time.
Troopers investigate deadly crash in Palmetto
The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating a hit-and-run crash that left a man and a teenager dead early Saturday morning.
The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating a hit-and-run crash that left a man and a teenager dead early Saturday morning.
Corrections deputy resigns after punching inmate
Caught in the middle of a jail-cell door tug of war with an inmate, Deputy Louis Valentin stepped in and throws a punch.
Caught in the middle of a jail-cell door tug of war with an inmate, Deputy Louis Valentin stepped in and throws a punch.
Sandhill crane's mating dance doesn't impress his lady
I think a lot of us guys can identify with a sandhill crane who was caught trying to impress a lady friend using his best dance moves.
I think a lot of us guys can identify with a sandhill crane who was caught trying to impress a lady friend using his best dance moves.
Recovery pods help inmates leave addiction behind
In Manatee County, where the opioid crisis has felt like a bomb dropped in the community, deputies and inmates are fighting back by changing lives.
In Manatee County, where the opioid crisis has felt like a bomb dropped in the community, deputies and inmates are fighting back by changing lives.
Myakka City teen hit by driver who failed to stop for school bus, troopers say
A 14-year-old boy walking to his school bus in rural Manatee County was hit by an SUV this morning, possibly the result of distracted driving.
A 14-year-old boy walking to his school bus in rural Manatee County was hit by an SUV this morning, possibly the result of distracted driving.
Bradenton business owners complain about flooding
The sign says Sunny Florida Cars, but Wednesday was anything but sunny for Samyr Madkor.
The sign says Sunny Florida Cars, but Wednesday was anything but sunny for Samyr Madkor.
Allegiant adds 8 new nonstop destinations from Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport
Allegiant Airlines has announced 8 new nonstop routes out of Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport.
Allegiant Airlines has announced 8 new nonstop routes out of Sarasota-Bradenton International Airport.
Manatee County launches non-emergency 311 service
The Manatee County emergency call center hopes to lighten its load as the county launches a new, non-emergency line for residents.
The Manatee County emergency call center hopes to lighten its load as the county launches a new, non-emergency line for residents.
Opioid overdoses down 70%, but fight isn't over for Manatee County
With 984 overdoses and 126 deaths, Manatee County was ground zero in the state's opioid epidemic in 2016. Things are starting to turn around.
With 984 overdoses and 126 deaths, Manatee County was ground zero in the state's opioid epidemic in 2016. Things are starting to turn around.
$10,000 reward offered 2006 murder of teen girl in Manatee County
Manatee County deputies are hoping a $10,000 reward will solve a 13-year-old murder case.
Manatee County deputies are hoping a $10,000 reward will solve a 13-year-old murder case.
Manatee County's new school bus ID system: Swipe on, swipe off
If you’re a Manatee County student riding this bus this fall, a new gadget is the first thing you’ll see when getting on. The school district will begin testing ID scanner equipment connected to an app to keep parents informed.
If you’re a Manatee County student riding this bus this fall, a new gadget is the first thing you’ll see when getting on. The school district will begin testing ID scanner equipment connected to an app to keep parents informed.
Manatee deputies investigate homicide in Palmetto
The Manatee County Sheriff's Office is investigating a homicide after a man's body was found along a roadway Saturday morning.
The Manatee County Sheriff's Office is investigating a homicide after a man's body was found along a roadway Saturday morning.
Manatee County program helps feral cats
Behind EMS Station 5 in Manatee County, there's a shelter standing to protect some new resident workers.
Behind EMS Station 5 in Manatee County, there's a shelter standing to protect some new resident workers.
Off-duty Manatee Co. deputy stops man from jumping off Skyway Bridge
A Manatee County deputy saved a suicidal man from possibly jumping from the Skyway Bridge.
A Manatee County deputy saved a suicidal man from possibly jumping from the Skyway Bridge.
Alligator spotted on elementary school campus in Manatee County
An alligator with a thirst for knowledge decided to step foot on an elementary school campus in Manatee County.
An alligator with a thirst for knowledge decided to step foot on an elementary school campus in Manatee County.
Video shows hammerhead shark circling boat near Anna Maria Island
A hammerhead shark was captured on video circling a boat near Anna Maria Island.
A hammerhead shark was captured on video circling a boat near Anna Maria Island.
Watch: Gator growls at golfer on Palmetto course
Buffalo Creek Golf Course has become a place enjoyed as much for its wildlife as for its putting greens.
Buffalo Creek Golf Course has become a place enjoyed as much for its wildlife as for its putting greens.
Nearly 14-foot python found hit and killed in Manatee County
A python hunter in Parrish was hired to catch a nearly 14-foot snake, but didn’t expect to find it was run over.
A python hunter in Parrish was hired to catch a nearly 14-foot snake, but didn’t expect to find it was run over.
'Chubbs' the massive gator spotted at Palmetto golf course
It was a regular day of golfing for a Bradenton man, but then he came across a longtime resident at the Palmetto golf club: Chubbs the gator.
It was a regular day of golfing for a Bradenton man, but then he came across a longtime resident at the Palmetto golf club: Chubbs the gator.