Bradenton Man Smuggled Cocaine Across Mexican Border: U.S. DOJ

A Bradenton man pleaded guilty to charges related to smuggling hundreds of kilograms of cocaine from Mexico into FL, the U.S. DOJ said.

Bus Carrying Students Hit Man Crossing Manatee Avenue: Police

A man was hit by a charter school bus while crossing Manatee Avenue Thursday morning, Bradenton police said.

Thousands Of Warnings Issued To School Zone Drivers: Manatee Sheriff

3,500 drivers were issued warnings for traveling more than 10 mph in school zones in two weeks, the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office said.

Worker Who Went Missing While Making Deliveries Dies: Manatee Sheriff

The man, who was last seen when he left to make a delivery for his employer last month, died Wednesday, the Manatee County sheriff said.

Teen Shot To Death In Bradenton: Police

A teenager was found shot to death near Palma Sola Causeway early Saturday morning, Bradenton police said.

Diesel Fuel Spill Shut Down Part Of U.S. 41 In Manatee County: FHP

A driver involved in the Monday night crash ran from the scene and hasn't been found yet, Florida Highway Patrol said.

Man’s Body Found In Trunk Of Car In Palmetto: Manatee County Sheriff

One was arrested in connection with the man’s shooting death and another suspect is sought in Manatee County, the sheriff’s office said.

Bradenton Drug Traffickers Plead Guilty To Charges: U.S. DOJ

Seven members of a meth trafficking organization pleaded guilty to various charges in federal court, the U.S. DOJ said.

2 Bodies Found At Bottom Of Bradenton Apartment Pool: Sheriff

Two men were found dead in the pool at a Bradenton apartment complex Sunday morning, the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office said.

Shots Fired At FL Outlet Mall During Attempted Armed Robbery: Watch

Investigators are looking for two men who attempted an armed robbery at a jewelry store at Ellenton Outlet Mall, the sheriff’s office said.

Manatee County Begins Post-Debby Debris Cleanup

Manatee County officials said storm debris pick-up would begin Tuesday a week after Debby lashed parts of Florida's Gulf Coast.

OK Man Killed In Manatee County Crash: FL Highway Patrol

The driver lost control of his car and hit a fence and line of trees on U.S. 301 Monday morning, Florida Highway Patrol said.

Truck Rolls Over, Hits SUV After Losing Tire Pressure On I-75: FHP

After losing tire air pressure on I-75 in Manatee County, a crane truck hit an SUV and rolled over, the Florida Highway Patrol said.

Water To Be Released From Lake Manatee After TS Debby: County

​After record rainfalls from Tropical Storm Debby, water will be strategically released from Lake Manatee, the county said.

City Streets Flood Due To Tropical Storm Debby: Bradenton Officials

As Tropical Storm Debby moves along Florida's west coast, streets are flooding across Bradenton, officials said.

Driver Killed In 3-Vehicle Crash In Manatee: FL Highway Patrol

A driver trying to pass the car in front of him crashed into a car in Manatee County, Florida Highway Patrol said.

'I'll Kill You Easily,' Bradenton Man Told Former Employer: U.S. DOJ

The Bradenton man extorted and threatened to kill a former employer and his wife after being fired, the U.S. Department of Justice said.

Man’s Body Pulled From Manatee River: Bradenton Police

The man went into the Manatee River Wednesday afternoon, hours before his body was found, Bradenton police said.

Car Drives Into FL Hotel Tiki Bar, Injures 2: FL Highway Patrol

The car’s driver lost control, drove into the tiki bar at a Sarasota hotel and hit 2 people at an outdoor tiki bar, FL Highway Patrol said.

Two Shot At Bradenton Bar: Police

Officers are investigating an early Thursday morning double shooting at a Bradenton bar,, police said.

Elderly Woman Scammed Of $24K: Bradenton Police

A woman was scammed out of $24K after being tricked into make deposits into a cryptocurrency ATM, Bradenton police said.

Man Hit By Car, Killed While Crossing Street In Bradenton: FHP

A man died after being hit by a car while crossing U.S. 41 in Bradenton Saturday night, the Florida Highway Patrol said.

1 Hospitalized In Shooting Outside Bar: Manatee County Sheriff

During an argument over a vehicle crash outside a Bradenton bar, one driver shot another Wednesday night, the Manatee County sheriff said.

Dog Rescued From Hot, Locked Car: Bradenton Police

An officer smashed a window to help the dog who was locked in a hot car in 90-degree weather, Bradenton police said.

‘Prolific’ Burglar Broke Into 5 Businesses: Manatee County Sheriff

A man faces charges after breaking into five Bradenton businesses in three days, the Manatee County Sheriff's Office said.

New Child Sex Abuse, Porn Charges Against Pastor: Manatee Sheriff

Images of the Palmetto pastor sexually battering a child and child porn were found on his cell phone, Manatee County Sheriff’s Office said.

Woman Dies After Driving Into Ditch: FL Highway Patrol

A Palmetto woman died after losing control of her SUV Tuesday night on 3rd Avenue West in Manatee County, Florida Highway Patrol said.

Shooter Dead After Killing 3 Women, Including Mother: Manatee Sheriff

The suspect was shot and killed by deputies in Hamilton County as he drove from FL to Georgia intending to kill another victim, MCSO said.

Pastor Bought Child Porn Using Crypto: Manatee County Sheriff's Office

A Palmetto pastor was arrested Friday and charged with possession of child pornography, the Manatee County Sheriff's Office said.

Scooter-Riding Porch Pirate Sought In Bradenton: Watch

A USF-supporting, scooter-riding porch pirate stole packages from at least two Bradenton homes, police said.

Rash Of Funeral Home Scam Calls Reported In Bradenton: Police

Authorities warn the public of a spike in funeral home scam calls in 24 hours, the Bradenton Police Department said.

SUV Driver Dead In Manatee County Crash: FL Highway Patrol

The driver lost control of his SUV in Palmetto, driving off the road and into a canal with no water, the Florida Highway Patrol said.

Tiny Gator Swept From Lobby Of FL Restaurant: Watch

Deputies used a broom to sweep a tiny gator from outside a Bradenton Peach’s restaurant, the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office said.

Man Shoots, Kills Mother Before Turning Gun On Self: Manatee Sheriff

Deputies are investigating a Sunday evening murder-suicide in Parrish, the Manatee County Sheriff's Office said.

Man Shot Woman Retrieving Belongings From Mobile Home: Manatee Sheriff

A woman was shot by a man she dated while retrieving her belongings from a Bradenton mobile home Thursday night, the Manatee sheriff said.

$50K Stolen From Senior In Phishing Scam: Bradenton Police

A Bradenton senior was recently scammed out of nearly $50K after clicking on a phishing message that popped up on Facebook, police said.

Burn Bans In Effect In Sarasota, Manatee Counties

Because of ongoing hot and dry weather, burn bans are in effect in Sarasota and Manatee counties.

Motorcyclist Killed In Manatee County Crash: FL Highway Patrol

A Bradenton man died after being thrown from his motorcycle in a Cortez Road crash Saturday afternoon, Florida Highway Patrol said.

Woman Shot, Killed Self At Bradenton Apartment Complex: Police

A woman died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound at her Bradenton apartment Tuesday afternoon, police said.

Deputy Shot In Bradenton: Manatee County Sheriff

A deputy is recovering after being shot in the arm during an incident in Bradenton, the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office said.