State PoliticsFlorida wants more religion in schools. But here’s where most people draw the lineA Pew Research survey shows that many Americans are receptive to religious expression in public schools.Updated July 10, 2026 at 1:04 PM
Manatee contractor took $300K to build pools. He never did the work, deputies sayJuly 11, 2026 at 5:50 AM
Who will serve in U.S. Senate after Lindsey Graham’s sudden death? What we knowUpdated July 12, 2026 at 4:02 PM
Recap: Argentina beats Switzerland in exciting final World Cup game for KCUpdated July 12, 2026 at 1:27 AM
State PoliticsJack Latvala, former Florida Senator and Tallahassee power broker, dies at 74July 9, 2026 at 11:15 AM
ElectionsManatee County Commission candidates take personal swings at District 2 debateJuly 8, 2026 at 11:30 AM
National PoliticsTrump made tens of millions from his Miami and Palm Beach properties. Here’s howUpdated July 8, 2026 at 6:33 AM
State PoliticsFederal court deals blow to Florida’s ‘Stop WOKE’ education law on race, genderUpdated July 7, 2026 at 4:36 PM
State PoliticsFlorida’s Children and Families secretary resigns, touts Hope Florida in letterUpdated July 7, 2026 at 4:34 PM
State PoliticsDetails about arrest of Andrew Gillum, who barely lost race for Florida governorUpdated July 7, 2026 at 12:49 PM
State PoliticsThey gave James Uthmeier’s campaign $25,000. Then his office stepped in to helpUpdated July 7, 2026 at 10:15 AM
State PoliticsFlorida GOP moves on as DeSantis withholds his endorsement in governor’s raceUpdated July 7, 2026 at 10:14 AM
Politics & GovernmentDeSantis unveils replica of Philadelphia Liberty BellUpdated July 6, 2026 at 1:09 PM
Politics & Government‘Questionable.’ DeSantis criticizes Manatee County spending in DOGE audit updateJuly 7, 2026 at 5:50 AM
Politics & GovernmentCommission chair seeks to return $2.5 million to Manatee County SchoolsJuly 5, 2026 at 5:50 AM
State PoliticsAirbnb gives $1 million to Byron Donalds as rentals remain a Suncoast flashpointJuly 4, 2026 at 5:50 AM
LocalA ‘tournament-level’ sports complex is coming to Manatee County. What to knowUpdated July 2, 2026 at 9:06 AM
Politics & GovernmentDoes Florida owe Manatee County for Piney Point cleanup? What officials sayJuly 2, 2026 at 5:50 AM
State PoliticsTexas makes the Bible required reading in public schools. Is Florida next?July 1, 2026 at 4:15 PM
Politics & GovernmentSchool tax fix set to become law highlights different local approaches, outcomesJuly 1, 2026 at 3:00 PM
Politics & GovernmentCandidates for the Manatee County Commission primaryUpdated July 1, 2026 at 11:05 AM
Local‘Tremendous achievement.’ New College celebrates after acquiring USFSM campusJuly 1, 2026 at 5:50 AM
LocalDeSantis OKs $137 million for Manatee in Florida budget. See what made the cutJuly 1, 2026 at 5:50 AM
LocalManatee County residents comment on proposed short-term rental ordinanceUpdated June 30, 2026 at 12:08 PM
LocalManatee pitches regulations to clamp down on ‘disruptive’ short-term rentalsJune 30, 2026 at 5:50 AM
State PoliticsWhy Gov. DeSantis now says he won’t campaign for property tax planUpdated June 29, 2026 at 12:13 PM
