State PoliticsDeSantis wants state to spend millions promoting campaign to cut property taxesA new law bars public money from being used for political advertising or “any other communication sent to electors” about a proposed amendment.Updated May 29, 2026 at 11:08 AM
‘Sad and frustrating.’ Critics raise FHP concerns after Bradenton cyclist diesMay 29, 2026 at 5:50 AM
Manatee spent $6 million to fix beach parking lot flooding. Did it really work?May 29, 2026 at 5:50 AM
USFSM could lose campus to New College under new state law. Here’s what to knowMay 28, 2026 at 3:15 PM
Trump administration deported Marathon man with TPS to Haiti. He’s back in the U.S.May 29, 2026 at 5:30 AM
State PoliticsUSFSM could lose campus to New College under new state law. Here’s what to knowMay 28, 2026 at 3:15 PM
State Politics‘Pathetic stunt’ or addressing ‘misconduct?’ Group files complaint against BondiUpdated May 28, 2026 at 12:39 PM
Education‘A tremendous loss.’ Critics slam proposed USF Sarasota-Manatee transfer dealMay 28, 2026 at 5:50 AM
State Politics‘A plan to have a plan.’ Key details still undefined in DeSantis’ tax-cut pitchMay 27, 2026 at 4:26 PM
State PoliticsSee which state employees Florida pays the most and how they compare to their peersMay 28, 2026 at 5:30 AM
State PoliticsRising costs push Florida Hispanic voters away from Trump, poll findsUpdated May 27, 2026 at 2:43 PM
State PoliticsDeSantis finally unveils his proposal to cut Floridians’ property taxesUpdated May 27, 2026 at 7:56 PM
EducationFlorida lawmakers reach deal to transfer USF Sarasota-Manatee to New CollegeUpdated May 27, 2026 at 11:25 AM
State PoliticsEffort to stop Florida’s new, GOP-friendly congressional map blocked by judgeMay 26, 2026 at 5:50 PM
State PoliticsWhat to know about Florida lawmakers’ $114 billion deal for a new state budgetMay 26, 2026 at 4:39 PM
LocalThis Bradenton playground disappeared 2 years ago. When will it be replaced?May 27, 2026 at 5:50 AM
Politics & GovernmentShould Bradenton officials have term limits? Voters could decide this yearMay 22, 2026 at 5:50 AM
State PoliticsDEI support tanked UF’s last president. How does Stuart Bell’s record stack up?May 21, 2026 at 5:30 AM
LocalManatee dedicates $100,000 to prevent future vandalism at Palmetto cemeteryMay 21, 2026 at 9:00 AM
State PoliticsMost of Florida is experiencing a drought. That could be a bummer on July 4May 19, 2026 at 5:40 PM
LocalStill dealing with hurricane damage? Manatee launches relief assistance centerMay 19, 2026 at 4:30 PM
Politics & GovernmentManatee wants to protect more land from development. What will it cost you?May 20, 2026 at 5:50 AM
State PoliticsFlorida Power & Light’s parent company moves to acquire Dominion EnergyMay 19, 2026 at 1:35 PM
State PoliticsBe sure to do this if you’re renewing your Florida driver’s licenseUpdated May 19, 2026 at 1:36 PM
LocalIs Bradenton ‘behind the 8 ball’ with utility rates? See recent rate increasesMay 18, 2026 at 5:50 AM
State PoliticsBudget talks among Florida lawmakers remain unsettled on Everglades, citrusUpdated May 15, 2026 at 4:12 PM
State PoliticsToo late for judge to toss Florida’s new congressional map, DeSantis admin saysUpdated May 15, 2026 at 2:43 PM
LocalWill Bradenton officials raise water rates? Why increases may start next monthUpdated May 15, 2026 at 2:36 PM
State PoliticsFlorida lawmaker reprimanded over megaphone protest of new congressional mapMay 14, 2026 at 4:56 PM
