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When love turns to hate, innocent kids become collateral targets

At least 131 kids were shot and killed in domestic situations during the 12-month period from Valentine’s Day 2018, the day of the Parkland massacre.

February 12, 2019 07:00 AM

Do careless gun owners go to jail when their kids shoot themselves? It depends

National

Do careless gun owners go to jail when their kids shoot themselves? It depends

February 12, 2019 07:00 AM

In post-Parkland Florida, young people are still dying from gun violence

Florida

In post-Parkland Florida, young people are still dying from gun violence

February 12, 2019 07:00 AM

It’s all about the food: Dishes that wowed the crowd at the 37th annual Cortez Commercial Fishing Festival

Local

It’s all about the food: Dishes that wowed the crowd at the 37th annual Cortez Commercial Fishing Festival

February 17, 2019 06:22 PM

Calming music helps set a rhythm on the golf course. Now he’s a Web.com Tour winner

Golf

Calming music helps set a rhythm on the golf course. Now he’s a Web.com Tour winner

February 17, 2019 07:24 PM

Bradenton man was shot dead by masked intruder. Victim was living with intruder’s relatives, cops say

Crime

Bradenton man was shot dead by masked intruder. Victim was living with intruder’s relatives, cops say

February 16, 2019 12:26 PM

Focus on Manatee: There are countless reasons to love where we live in Manatee County

Business Columns & Blogs

Focus on Manatee: There are countless reasons to love where we live in Manatee County

February 15, 2019 09:49 AM

Latest News

Here’s what will be opened and closed on Presidents’ Day in Manatee County

February 14, 2019 10:02 AM

Ex-FBI official: ‘Crime may have been committed’ by Trump

February 18, 2019 02:16 AM

The warning label on laser said ‘Never aim at aircraft.’ Florida man ignored it, cops say

February 17, 2019 06:23 PM

Here are some of the worst mistakes immigrants make applying for legal papers

February 15, 2019 11:26 AM

For Haitians, a reprieve from violence and protests on Sunday, but uncertainty remains

February 17, 2019 12:07 AM

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Mark Hubbard wins Web.com Tour LECOM Suncoast Classic

February 17, 2019 07:43 PM

Haitians wait in long lines for basics after violent protests

February 17, 2019 08:05 PM

Watch: Cortez Fishing Festival celebrates ‘changing tides’

February 16, 2019 04:40 PM

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This woman will become Manatee-Sarasota’s first female chief judge this summer

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This woman will become Manatee-Sarasota’s first female chief judge this summer

February 16, 2019 06:00 AM

Red tide not present in Manatee County, FWC says, but there is one issue for beach-goers

February 15, 2019 04:30 PM

This Parrish housing development was set aside 12 years ago. Now it’s back on track

February 14, 2019 05:27 PM

On anniversary of horrific shooting, Manatee students reflect on year after Parkland

February 14, 2019 01:31 PM

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Calming music helps set a rhythm on the golf course. Now he’s a Web.com Tour winner

Sports

Calming music helps set a rhythm on the golf course. Now he’s a Web.com Tour winner

February 17, 2019 07:24 PM

J.B. Holmes rallies to win a marathon finish at Riviera

February 17, 2019 10:04 PM

Denny Hamlin cruises to 2nd Daytona 500 victory in 4 years

February 17, 2019 09:23 PM

He won the 2003 Masters. Now he’s in contention in Lakewood Ranch Web.com Tour event

February 16, 2019 05:34 PM

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Team LeBron rallies to beat Team Giannis, 178-164

National

Team LeBron rallies to beat Team Giannis, 178-164

February 18, 2019 12:34 AM

Denny Hamlin cruises to 2nd Daytona 500 victory in 4 years

February 17, 2019 09:23 PM

Teacher got her long hair cut short because she was tired of 5-year-old Texas bullies

February 17, 2019 12:02 PM

Girlfriend let him have sex with another woman, but he lost his pants and $10K, NC cops say

February 17, 2019 05:25 PM

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Bradenton man was shot dead by masked intruder. Victim was living with intruder’s relatives, cops say

Crime

Bradenton man was shot dead by masked intruder. Victim was living with intruder’s relatives, cops say

February 16, 2019 12:26 PM

Have you seen one of these 5 Manatee fugitives? If so, you could earn a cash reward

February 16, 2019 08:45 AM

South Florida cop sold police-issued semi-automatic weapons to pawnshop, police say

February 15, 2019 01:36 PM

Drunk men in stolen car get stuck in a ditch and cause a school lockdown. Then they hid, police say

February 14, 2019 07:27 PM

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In Depth

In Depth

‘Leaving will get you killed faster.’ Woman’s death fits domestic abuse pattern, expert says

A Palmetto woman’s abusive relationship with the ex-boyfriend charged with killing her was a textbook example of the cases seen daily by law enforcement and domestic violence shelters.

Blogs & Columns

From Trump to a former Dolphin, here’s what you’ll see during CBS’ Super Bowl pre-game

February 01, 2019 04:00 PM

How to stream the 2019 Super Bowl LIII for free on Sunday

January 30, 2019 02:18 PM

SEC men’s basketball: Tennessee trucking, Kentucky rising, Auburn slipping

January 27, 2019 10:46 AM

McClatchy editorial cartoons for the week of Feb. 11, 2019

McClatchy editorial cartoons for the week of Feb. 11, 2019

February 15, 2019 11:47 AM

Inmates booked into the Manatee County jail on Feb. 12, 2019

Inmates booked into the Manatee County jail on Feb. 12, 2019

February 12, 2019 06:43 AM

Inmates booked into the Manatee County jail on Feb. 11, 2019

Inmates booked into the Manatee County jail on Feb. 11, 2019

February 11, 2019 06:28 AM

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Food & Drink

Food & Drink

Nice rolled in rice: Locals recommend their favorite sushi spots in Manatee County

We asked locals in Bradenton and Manatee County where to get the best sushi in the area. Here are some of the restaurants that they recommended.

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Our History Matters: An homage to the tomato, one of Manatee’s leading industries

Local

Our History Matters: An homage to the tomato, one of Manatee’s leading industries

February 15, 2019 08:49 AM

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Speaking Volumes: Interested in Florida history? Here are some suggested titles

Living

Speaking Volumes: Interested in Florida history? Here are some suggested titles

February 15, 2019 08:28 AM

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