Safe Children Coalition hires new executive team member

April Ranceful is the new vice president of child welfare for community-based care agency, serving Florida’s Circuit 12

Man Last Seen At Bradenton Mobile Home Park: Manatee County Sheriff

Deputies are looking for a missing 67-year-old man last seen at the Tradewinds Mobile Home Park, the sheriff’s office said.

Forza Wealth Management expands client services team

Kimberly Evener hired as Director of Client Services for SEC-registered, fee-only investment advisor

Safe Children Coalition announces 2022-2023 board of directors

Michael Rahn named board chair; new directors Jamara Clark and Lee Lipton join volunteer leadership

Teen Charged In Shooting Death Of 16-Year-Old: Manatee County Sheriff

A 15-year-old faces murder charges after shooting and killing another teen in Bradenton, the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office said.

Man Who Sold Bleach As 'Miracle' COVID Cure Extradited To Miami: DOJ

A Bradenton man who led the Genesis II Church of Health and Healing sold toxic bleach as a fake “miracle” cure for COVID, the DOJ said.

2 Motorcyclists Critically Injured In Separate U.S. 41 Crashes: FHP

Two motorcyclists were critically injured in separate crashes on U.S. 41 in Manatee County Thursday afternoon, Florida Highway Patrol said.

Patrols To Increase After Bradenton Traffic Fatalities Doubled: Police

The Bradenton Police Department will increase patrols in high-crash traffic corridors throughout the city.

Watch: Lost Baby Turtles Released On Bradenton Beach By Police, Deputy

Baby sea turtles found in an apartment complex parking lot were rescued and relocated to the gulf, the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office said.

FL Pest Control Scam Suspect Faces Charges: Bradenton Police

A Pompano Beach man suspected of a Bradenton pest control scam is being held at the Escambia County Jail, police said.

Inmate Dies In Custody At Manatee County Jail: Sheriff’s Office

A 79-year-old inmate died after being found unresponsive in his bed Tuesday morning at the Manatee County Jail, the sheriff’s office said.

Overturning Of Roe V. Wade Celebrated By Manatee County Commissioners

Commissioners voted 6-1 Tuesday to declare July 26 “Victory for Life” Day in Manatee County.

Goodwill receives funding to bolster financial stability for workers

Three-year grant of $165,000 from United Way Suncoast will fund GoodPartner Coach program to help team members achieve financial stability

Teen Dies After Being Shot In Head By Friend: Manatee County Sheriff

A 16-year-old boy in Bradenton died a week after his friend “accidentally” shot him in the head, the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office said.

‘Victory For Life Day’ Proclamation On Agenda For Manatee Commission

With Roe v. Wade, which guaranteed the right to abortion, overturned, July 26 could be named “Victory for Life Day” in Manatee County.

$430K Awarded To Manatee Technical College For Diesel Tech Course

Manatee Technical College has been awarded $430,000 through the FL Job Growth Grant Fund for its diesel systems technology course.

Owner’s Body, At Least 28 Cats Found At Bradenton Home: Manatee County

Manatee County Animal Welfare officers saved 28 cats from unsafe conditions in Bradenton and believe at least 20 more cats are at the home.

$3K Worth Of Cigarettes Stolen From Bradenton Gas Station: Police

Three men broke into a Shell gas station on Cortez Road Friday morning and stole $3K worth of cigarettes, Bradenton police said.

Teen Shot In Head By Friend Playing With Gun: Manatee County Sheriff

A 16-year-old is in critical condition after being accidentally shot in the head by a friend playing with a gun in Bradenton, MCSO said.

3rd Suspect Arrested In Ellenton Outlet Mall Shooting: Manatee Sheriff

Three teens were charged with attempted murder related to Sunday's shooting at the Ellenton Premium Outlets, MCSO said.

COVID-19 Fraud Lands Sarasota Man In Federal Prison For 5 Years: DOJ

A Sarasota man was sentenced to 5 years in prison after taking in nearly half a million dollars through COVID-related fraud, the DOJ said.

Local Goodwill recognizes National Hire a Veteran Day

Through its veterans services program, nonprofit offers services to help veterans reintegrate into civilian life and succeed on the job

Kruse To Plead Not Guilty To DUI Charge, Judge Recuses Herself: Court

Manatee County Commissioner George Kruse will plead not guilty to a driving under the influence charge, court records show.

Ellenton Outlet Mall Shooting Arrest Made, Teen Wounded: Sheriff

An 18-year-old was shot and injured at the Ellenton Premium Outlets Sunday afternoon, the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office said.

Christian Slater’s Italian Villa, Historic Fixer Uppers: FL Wow Houses

Other FL Wow Houses include a lakefront estate in Lakeland, Anna Maria Island home overlooking the Gulf, Davis Islands waterfront property.

Teens Stole Vehicles In Lakewood Ranch, Led Deputies On Chase: Sheriff

4 teens face charges after stealing vehicles in Lakewood Ranch early Friday morning and running from deputies, Manatee County sheriff said.

Catalytic Converter Theft On The Rise In Bradenton: Police

Bradenton police warn of catalytic converter theft in the city and asks residents to report suspicious activity.

Girl Ran Away From Bradenton Foster Home: Manatee County Sheriff

The Manatee County Sheriff’s Office is looking for a 12-year-old girl who ran away from her Bradenton foster home.

Lakewood Ranch earns top state marks

Lakewood Ranch High School was ranked an "A" school by state officials

Murder Suspect Gets Life In Prison For Bradenton Shooting: Brodsky

A Bradenton man was sentenced to life in prison for shooting and killing a man in 2018, State Attorney Ed Brodsky’s office said.

Music Compound rocking it with staff, geographic growth

Music school goes on a hiring spree, opens new facility in Manatee County to better serve its members

Goodwill receives grant to support veteran, military spouse upskilling

Investment of $10,000 from Manatee Community Foundation will help veterans and military spouses achieve higher wages

Body Found Floating Near State Road 70 Bridge: Manatee County Sheriff

Deputies found the body of a man who drowned in the Braden River floating near State Road 70 bridge, Manatee County Sheriff’s Office said.

Grandparents Overdose In Front Of Toddler At Bradenton Motel: Police

A child was taken into custody by Child Protective Services after grandparents overdosed in front of them at a Bradenton motel, police said.

Possible Drowning Investigated Near Marshall’s Landing: Sheriff

Authorities are searching for a man who went under the water at Marshall’s Landing in Bradenton, Manatee County Sheriff’s Office said.

Teen Charged After Robbing Circle K In Bradenton: Manatee Sheriff

A 17-year-old boy has been charged with armed robbery after robbing a Circle K in Bradenton Monday, Manatee County Sheriff’s Office said.

Arrest Made In 2017 Shooting Death At Bradenton Nightclub: Sheriff

More than four years after a man was shot to death at a Bradenton nightclub, the suspect was arrested in Miami, Manatee County sheriff said.

Waste Pro Worker Dies After Garbage Truck Door Closes On Head: Sheriff

Investigators believe the death of a Waste Pro worker performing maintenance on a garbage truck was accidental, Manatee County sheriff said.

Hours Before His Funeral, Bradenton Attorney’s Home Burglarized

Burglars entered the home of Bradenton attorney Edwin Mulock hours before his funeral. Police hope to identify the suspects.

What’s Open, Closed On Fourth Of July 2022 In Bradenton

Here’s a look at what’s open and closed in Manatee County for the July 4 holiday.