A new report by Florida and federal officials estimates as many as 11,730 manatees remain in Florida, despite recent years of ...

Manatee County commissioners will consider options to curb animal welfare concerns with the retail pet sales industry.

Bradenton man arrested during Manatee County SWAT raid . In October 2023, the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office SWAT team raided a Bradenton house in the 3300 block of 20th Street ...

The county planned to turn the leased space into a community center with adult education classes but now is shifting away ...

New College of Florida's questionable admissions strategy has largely attracted athletes and mediocre students to the school.

As Manatee County and the Florida Department of Transportation prepare for the replacement of the Cortez Bridge, utility work ...

BRADENTON, Fla. (WFLA) — A new ordinance aims at regulating pet stores and breeders across Manatee County. Enacted in October 2024, Ordinance 24-92 promotes responsible breeding practices to ensure ...

Olivia is a modern Italian restaurant known for its traditional trattoria dishes delivered with an innovative touch. Chef ...

In recent discussions surrounding the implementation of moratoriums, a number of arguments have surfaced in opposition to ...

A new batch of commissioners campaigned on slowing growth that some residents feel is happening too fast, especially in East ...

Here are the FHSAA regional boys basketball brackets for Manatee and Sarasota County teams released Saturday. Girls brackets ...

MANATEE COUNTY, Fla. (WWSB) - This year was the inaugural year for the Manatee County All-County Honor Band.