Summertime is here and that brings a host of wildlife to our Gulf Coast, including manatees. These serene creatures play a ...

Manatee County wants residents to plan ahead this storm season and is increasing accessibility to a valuable resource — sandbags.

“Having sandbags ready ahead of a storm can make a big difference in protecting homes and property,” one Manatee County commissioner said.

Florida’s Manatee County proposes a significant hike in developer impact fees to address rapid growth. Residents support change, but developers push back.

MANATEE COUNTY, Fla. — Manatee County has unveiled a new program called WaterWise Manatee. Crews will eventually replace all 150,000 water meters in the county by the end of 2027.

Listen: Manatee County Commissioners are pushing back on changes that led to increased development over the years – but they’re facing hurdles from developers and a possible conflict with state law.

Manatee County commissioners expressed outrage at the state’s opposition to their plan to restore wetland protections.

MANATEE COUNTY, Fla. (WFLA) — A section of US-19 in Manatee County was dedicated to a fallen soldier. US-19 between Palm View Road and Terra Ceia Road was dedicated to Army Specialist Nicholas ...

Deputies said skeletal remains were found in Manatee County that they believe are a man who went missing in 2024.

Manatee County commissioners have unanimously approved $2 million in funding to clear debris and improve drainage in key waterways.

The Santa Cruz County Animal Shelter Benefit Shop will close next month but plans to reopen as an independent nonprofit.

Manatee County commissioners are revisiting the possibility of banning retail pet sales. The county previously enacted and overturned a similar ban, facing lawsuits from pet stores.