Over the past week, red tide was observed at background concentrations in one sample from Northwest Florida and two offshore samples from Southwest Florida. We continue to use satellite imagery (USF ...

Members of the Senate Judiciary committee put questions to a governor’s nominee for the Alaska Police Standards Council about ...

With the Iran war on and off and on and off again, the news cycle was so overwhelming that many would-be big stories flew under the radar. Here are some of the biggest stories you might have missed ...

MANATEE COUNTY — A Manatee County Circuit Court judge has dismissed a lawsuit filed by former Manatee County Commissioner Kevin Van Ostenbridge, siding with defendants in the civil suit, Take Back ...

Manatee County D2 Commissioner Amanda Ballard, who is seeking a second term in this year's election, joins Mitch and Dawn to ...

Attorneys and law professors Wednesday expressed skepticism about the U.S. Department of Justice’s criminal case against the Southern Poverty Law Center, with few expecting the charges to lead to … ...

If you’re an old canoe paddler like me, Florida offers a delightful assortment of rivers to navigate or just plain contemplate. They range from the laidback Blackwater in the Panhandle to the … ...

With deep sorrow and heartfelt reverence, we announce the passing of Maureen McQuilkin, who left us on April 21, 2026, after a courageous battle with cancer. Born on December 25, 1933, in Greenock, … ...

Vanitaben Manojkumar Patel was born on September 9, 1973, in Chhatral, Kalol, Gujarat, India. She was raised with strong cultural values centered on family, dedication, and compassion—principles … ...

Antonio F. Miranda, 72, of Parrish, Florida, passed away on April 11, 2026. Born in Portugal on November 26, 1953, Antonio lived a life deeply rooted in love for his family and cherished traditions.

Ronald Dennis Spadoni, Jr., age 64, of Bradenton, Florida, passed away peacefully on April 20, 2026, following a short illness. He was born on August 29, 1961, in St ...

Richard James Unsworth passed on April 18, 2026, at the age of 71, having been born on March 30, 1955, and residing in Bradenton, Florida. A Celebration of Life Gathering will be held at Robert … ...