Mother attributed her daughter’s injuries to falls before her sibling said mom’s boyfriend would...
Florida – In a shocking case out of Florida, a 28-year-old mother, identified as J. Moore, and her 29-year-old boyfriend, identified as J. Smith, are facing serious charges after a toddler sustained extensive injuries while under their care. The injuries included multiple fractures, a bite mark, marks across her...
Florida bill requires front license plate, mandates crash reports on autobody repairs
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (CBS12) — A new Florida bill aims to make tracking down hit and run drivers by setting rules that require expensive autobody repairs be reported to law enforcement. It would also require front license plates for all vehicles. Dubbed the Lilly Glaubach Act, the measure...
Two Florida Zoos Rank Among Best In The U.S. For 2025
USA TODAY’s 10 Best has recognized two Florida zoos among the top in the country for 2025.
Yella Beezy Charged With Capital Murder In Death Of Rapper Mo3
Yella Beezy and Mo3 feuded during the latter's lifetime, but now Beezy is facing serious criminal charges for Mo3's death.
Bradenton police need help solving 2023 cold case
On May 19, 2023, 56-year-old father Dwight Sutton was shot and killed in front of a home on the 700 block of 17th St. Court East in Bradenton. Two years later, his killer still hasn't been identified.
Chop Shop Unveils Vibrant New Mural
BRADENTON — The Chop Shop, an iconic butcher and grocery in west Bradenton, unveiled a stunning new mural on the side of its Manatee Ave building this week. The vibrant work of art features "Bradenton" splashed across a rainbow canvas, with playful icons like flamingos mid-flight, swaying palm trees, roaring power...
College student helps identify Fort Myers John Doe with facial reconstruction
With the help of a student at Ringling College and a Fort Myers cold case detective, a skull only known as John Doe, has been identified.
CrimeStoppers offering reward in 2023 Bradenton homicide
BRADENTON, Fla. (WWSB) - CrimeStoppers of Manatee County is offering a reward for information that leads to an arrest in a 2023 homicide. Although one person was arrested in connection with the case, the state declined to pursue charges. Police are still searching for the gunman and more information. The...
Multi-vehicle crash delays I-75 morning commuters
VENICE, Fla. (WWSB) - A crash involving multiple vehicles, has the left lane blocked on I-75 northbound, just past Laurel Rd. Currently traffic is backed up over 6 miles, creating a nearly 25 minute delay. Backups just past River Rd.
Sarasota man charged with killing cat with pellet gun
SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - A Sarasota man has been charged with animal cruelty for killing a cat with a pellet gun, the Sarasota Police Department says. Sarasota Police Department investigators say George Boyd, 63, shot a cat on Nov. 15, 2024, which he said was damaging the interiors of boats at his business, Lucky’s...
