Last week, Gov. Ron DeSantis signed Senate Bill 7014 into law, effectively gutting the only accessible corrective mechanism Floridians have at their disposal when their elected officials engage in …
On October 5, 2023, Manatee County Commissioners approved the elimination of our Local Wetland Policies. After attending the meeting and looking at the requirements of the State of Florida and our …
The Manatee County Department of Public Safety has announced two opportunities for residents to receive official information about hurricane preparedness …
The League of Women Voters of Manatee County Education Issues Committee observes the Manatee County School Board meetings for items of interest to citizens and the League and notes adherence, or lack …
In this video, we'll break down the budget process as well as budgetary highlights as they have been presented thus far. This is one of many videos that will feature the 24-25 budget so be sure to …
(BPT) - Have you set your employees up for success? While you may think you’ve given them all the tools needed to perform proficiently, if generative AI (GenAI) isn’t one of them, …
(BPT) - Everyone loves a pool party — the warm sun, refreshing water, plus all the fun and games happening in and around the pool that make it the coolest way to spend time with friends and …
Red tide was not observed in samples collected statewide over the past week. We continue to use satellite imagery (USF and NOAA NCCOS) to help track nearshore and offshore conditions. No reports …
Throughout American history, restrictions have been put in place to limit campaign donations in local, state and federal elections. The idea is to prevent those with the gold from making the rules.
Next City reports on Chicago's Imani Village that will add senior and affordable housing, retail opportunities and more to the Pullman neighborhood.
President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump debated at CNN’s studios in Atlanta, Georgia, on Thursday night, the first showdown of the 2024 general election season for the presumptive …
The U.S. Supreme Court struck down a precedent Friday that had for decades limited judicial power to strike executive branch regulations, in a decision immediately criticized for potentially …
Stacker retraces the history of denim—a pant that has shaken societies and made vast fortunes—using sources like Vogue, PBS, and Levi Strauss & Co.
The U.S. Supreme Court Friday sided with a local ordinance in Oregon that effectively bans homeless people from sleeping outdoors, and local governments will be allowed to enforce …
SB 280 , a controversial bill passed in this year's session, was vetoed by Gov. Ron DeSantis this week. If signed, the bill would have further reduced the scope of the local …
Wysa analyzed data compiled by the SAMHSA to find which U.S. states had the highest rates of adults receiving mental health treatment.
This week, Congressman Vern Buchanan (R-Longboat Key) announced that eleven area students he nominated have been appointed to one of our country’s premiere U.S. Service …
Bradenton Alive’s Independence Day Celebration starts at 3 p.m. with live music, food vendors, merchants, and a Jeep meet along the Bradenton Riverwalk. Live music …
(BPT) - Is a move on the horizon for you? You're not alone. The U.S. Census reports 26 million Americans moved in 2023.1 That's a lot of boxes getting packed nationwide! For many people, moving into …