Kimberly Kuizon

North Port Fire Rescue has opened Fire Station 87 in the Wellen Park community to keep pace with rapid local growth and improve emergency response times, city officials said.

A $750,000 state grant will help Manatee County Habitat for Humanity prepare infrastructure for a new 20-unit affordable townhome development in Palmetto.

Scientists are racing against time to save Florida's dying coral reef through an ambitious project following a rare annual spawning event in the Florida Keys.

A Manatee County healthcare technology company uses its hyperrealistic medical simulators to train first responders and area students.

A former Sarasota police officer faces felony charges after allegedly searching for a license plate 355 times while using Flock surveillance cameras.

Ringling College of Art and Design is inviting high school juniors and seniors nationwide to step into another world by designing an original parade float.

Venice Theatre is drawing closer to its planned February opening as construction workers rebuild the venue following severe damage from Hurricane Ian 3 years ago.

Manatee County commissioners voted 5-0 to prevent Flock license plate reading cameras from going up at county parks, facilities and buildings.

A unique partnership between One Stop Housing and MCR Health is giving Manatee County workforce families an affordable place to live alongside accessible healthcare.

A community effort on Anna Maria Island is turning a stretch of Bradenton Beach into a thriving defense against future storms.