Bradenton man charged with extortion and threats against former employer
TAMPA, Fla.-A Bradenton man has been arrested and charged with extortion by interstate communication and interstate communication of a threat to injure, according to...
River Flooding to Recede this Week
SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - Flood warnings remain in effect for a few Suncoast rivers. However, conditions are improving as hot temperatures and moderate rain...
Fire Rescue: Golf cart fire nearly spread to a home in St. Petersburg
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - An electric golf cart burst into flames Saturday afternoon, nearly spreading its blaze to the owner's St. Pete home just...
Teen hospitalized after diving off Anna Maria City Pier, officials say
TAMPA, Fla. (WLFA) — A 14-year-old boy was hospitalized after he dove off the Anna Maria City Pier on Saturday. According to...
Sarasota County opens resource center for residents impacted by Debby
SARASOTA, Fla. - It's now been almost a week since Tropical Storm Debby brushed by Tampa Bay. Still, many residents in some neighborhoods in...
Manatee County pet shelters overflowing with animals following Hurricane Debby
PALMETTO, Fla. - In the aftermath of Hurricane Debby, Manatee County Animal Welfare is facing an overwhelming influx of stray pets. If your furry...
Post-Debby damage creates insurance issues, costing Bay Area residents tens of thousands
SARASOTA, Fla. - Neighborhoods impacted by flooding after Debby are just starting to make sense of the damage, with floodwaters finally out of their...
Anna Maria Island: 5 Reasons to Love
by waynekask | Aug 10, 2024 | Blog, Gulf Coast | 0 commentsAnna Maria Island is a gorgeous barrier island on the Gulf of...
Lake Manatee Dam: Residents Frustrated by County Communications
MANATEE COUNTY - Although local government officials have since provided a timeline concerning the release of water from Lake Manatee, confusion and questions remain...
Police: Overnight shooting injures 2 in Pinellas County
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - Two people are injured after a shooting early Saturday morning in Pinellas County, according to Gulfport police. At about 3:22...
