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As we're hitting the time of year when even Sunshine State residents might feel a chilly draft, Manatee County in Florida is putting out a reminder to its inhabitants: Don't let the cold wreak havoc on your plumbing, particularly your backflow prevention assembly. In a recent social media alert, county officials...

PALMETTO BAY, Fla. (CBS12) — Ring doorbell footage caught a sports car speeding through a South Florida backyard before slamming into concrete on Christmas Eve. According to WPLG, the Corvette crashed through a fence and into the Palmetto homeowners' boat, trailer, and the wall on the side of their house.

Sarasota County saw no shortage of multi-million-dollar mansions hit the market this year, but few rivaled this waterfront jewel on Siesta Key . The record-breaking listing for the 10,001-square-foot Crystal Waters estate was removed July 31, 2025, 161 days after first being listed for sale. Priced at $31.5 million,...

Manatee Memorial Hospital was filled with holiday spirit and heartfelt moments today as members of the 1st U.S. Volunteer Cavalry Regiment – Rough Riders, joined by the Manatee County Sheriff’s Office, Sheriff Rick Wells, and representatives of the Manatee County Sheriff’s Department, made a special delivery that...

Manatee County has recently announced a public hearing and comment period for substantial amendments to its multi-year Consolidated Plan and several Annual Action Plans. This move is part of the County’s obligations under the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development to outline the handling of funds aimed at...

St. Pete police said the suspect would jump over the counter and take packs of cigarettes, before then fleeing with the stolen merchandise.

While reminding New Year’s Eve and early New Year's Day drivers about road closures and delays in and around downtown for the city’s annual Pineapple Drop merriment, Sarasota Police also took a moment on Monday to remind everyone to be smart as 2026 rolls in. What to wear?

As New Year’s Eve approaches, a deadly week on Tampa Bay roads is raising concerns and prompting warnings from law enforcement and safety advocates.

As New Year’s Eve approaches, several Florida counties are reminding residents that active burn bans may restrict or completely prohibit the use of fireworks, even on a holiday when they are normally allowed under state law.

SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - A Sarasota woman found guilty of the manslaughter of her 14-week-old son in November 2021 has now been sentenced. On Monday, Lily Scheip was sentenced to just over 10 years in prison followed by 4 years of probation. Since she served nearly 4 years in jail before her sentencing, she’ll only...