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 ...

This week, the  Manatee County School Board will hold a regular board meeting on Tuesday at 5:30 pm. The Tourist Development ...

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

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 ...

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 … ...

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

Florida’s migrant lockup in the Everglades doesn’t have to comply with federal environmental laws because it’s entirely state-run and lacks federal funding, a three-judge panel has ruled in … ...

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.

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 … ...

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 ...