Local
Why is Manatee County in a hiring freeze? Officials explain budget review plans
July 23, 2026 at 5:50 AM
Reality Check
A Bradenton Herald series focused on bringing truth and transparency to local news events. This newsroom-wide project delivers fast facts about the issues that matter to hold officials and institutions accountable.
National
A Black teen found hanged near Charlotte church was a suicide, police say. Questions remain
Updated July 23, 2026 at 10:17 PM
Politics & Government
Millions tied up in Manatee County developer lawsuit. Here’s what it could fund
July 18, 2026 at 5:50 AM
Local
Manatee County libraries to reduce hours starting in August. Here’s why
July 16, 2026 at 5:50 AM
State Politics
They gave James Uthmeier’s campaign $25,000. Then his office stepped in to help
Updated July 7, 2026 at 10:15 AM
Politics & Government
Does Florida owe Manatee County for Piney Point cleanup? What officials say
July 2, 2026 at 5:50 AM
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State Politics
Florida’s Roku lawsuit could end in a payday for a politically connected lawyer
June 18, 2026 at 5:30 AM
Immigration
Is Alligator Alcatraz empty? ICE says detainees were moved due to hurricanes
June 17, 2026 at 5:47 PM
Local
Sam’s Club buys land for $15 million in Manatee. Is a second store coming?
June 17, 2026 at 10:27 AM
Local
Is the Manatee County cruise port terminal plan dead? What local officials say
June 16, 2026 at 5:50 AM
Local
Florida property tax cut would cost Manatee County $230 million, officials say
Updated June 12, 2026 at 9:33 AM
Local
Smelling smoke in Manatee County? It’s probably this, safety officials say
June 10, 2026 at 11:07 AM
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