The U.S. Supreme Court ruled in a much-anticipated decision Thursday that mifepristone, one of two pharmaceuticals used in medication abortion, can remain available under existing …
The Tunnel to Towers Foundation , a nonprofit dedicated to supporting America’s first responders, Gold Star families, and military veterans, will break ground on its “Bradenton Veterans …
Florida Congressman Matt Gaetz is showing his support for the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) proposed near-total ban on employers requiring workers to sign so-called “noncompete” …
The League of Women Voters of Manatee County Government Committee observes Manatee County Commission meetings for items of interest to citizens and the League and notes adherence, or lack of …
BRADENTON — It will be a very busy week for the Manatee County Commission with the FY25 budget work sessions underway. The County Commission will hold budget work session meetings …
The Manatee County School Board District 5 seat for which Richard Tatem has submitted his resignation will not be contested in this year's election. Recently appointed Manatee …
On Tuesday, jurors found Hunter Biden guilty of lying to a federally licensed gun dealer, making a false claim on the application by saying he did not use illegal drugs and then …
The Reform Party has regained ballot status in Florida, meaning that its presidential nominee, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., will appear on the November ballot in the Sunshine State.
Gov. Ron DeSantis announced $1.25 billion in teacher salary increases during the fiscal year that opens on July 1 during a news conference hosted Monday by the City of Hialeah Educational Academy, a …
CareerEdge, the Greater Sarasota Chamber of Commerce's workforce development program, is partnering with Suncoast Technical College and local automotive service providers to offer a tuition-free Auto …
The Manatee County Sheriff's Office is investigating a shooting that took place at a residence in the 3900 block of 116th St W in Cortez on Thursday evening. A 911 call was placed …
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 …
Despite a claim by the Joe Biden campaign earlier this year that “ Florida is in play ,” there’s been little indication so far in 2024 that the Sunshine State won’t go for …
An attempt to reinforce Americans’ access to contraception failed Wednesday when U.S. Senate Republicans blocked a bill from advancing toward final passage.
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) is sharing the annual reminder that juvenile black bears might be seen in unexpected areas as they leave their mothers’ home ranges …
It will be a fairly active week in local government. The Manatee County Commission will hold its first budget work session for FY25 on Wednesday. …
Manatee Memorial Hospital recently notified stakeholders that as of June 1 it will no longer provide indigent and uninsured patient care with the exception of ER services required …
Former President Donald Trump announced the launch of Swamp the Vote USA on Tuesday, the latest attempt by the Republican National Committee to rally supporters behind voting early and by mail …
Due to the continued hot and dry weather, the Manatee County Commission has voted to impose a ban on all outdoor burning and the use and discharge of fireworks and sparklers in …
Manatee County Commissioner Kevin Van Ostenbridge’s brother has filed a formal complaint with the Florida Elections Commission against a Manatee County resident …