Officials launched an investigation Friday morning after officers helping prepare for the Bradenton Area River Regatta found a dead manatee washed ashore.

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The Trump administration’s sweeping cuts to the federal workforce are impacting the only national refuge created specifically ...

Manatee County is hardly the leading edge of liberalism. Yet it says something about Florida’s tortured approach to growth ...

Local experts confirmed that red tide is present along the Sarasota and Manatee County coast, but spotty and at low levels in ...

Sponsor:  A1 Broadcast for Visit Florida When planning a Florida getaway, sandy beaches might be the first thing that comes to mind—but the Sunshine State offers so much more for nature lovers!

Discover 20 epic Florida adventures, from heart-pounding theme parks to snorkeling with rays at luxurious resorts ...

This was one benefit to the chilly temperatures we experienced in southwest Florida last month: We had perfect conditions for ...

Learn more about Florida's state marine mammal, including information on organizations looking to protect them and how you ...

Nestled along Florida’s southwest coast Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach is a haven for eco-conscious travelers seeking pristine ...