Republican rivals Kruse, Van Ostenbridge clash for Manatee District 7 commission seat
Commissioners Kevin Van Ostenbridge and George Kruse will vie to represent Manatee County Republicans in the race for an at-large commission seat in...
Ernesto causing a drier feeling around Central Florida
WFTV’s certified Meteorologist Brian Shields says Thursday will feel dry outside. ▶ WATCH CHANNEL 9 EYEWITNESS NEWS Thursday is expected...
It’s just a few million gallons of sewage. Is that a problem for you?
Every time we get a heavy rain event in Southwest Florida, I make a little wager in my head. It’s not about how...
Cold front brings changes as dry weekend approaches
SARASOTA, Fla. (WWSB) - A cold front currently over north Florida is going to push south into our area starting Thursday morning. This frontal...
Detectives investigating after shots fired during attempted armed robbery at Ellenton Outlet Mall
ELLENTON, Fla. (WWSB) - Manatee County Sheriff's Office detectives are investigating an attempted armed robbery with shots fired at the Ellenton Outlet Mall. According...
Wastewater spills from Debby’s flooding causing water quality concerns
TAMPA, Fla. - Concerns over water quality in the Tampa Bay area are rising after Hurricane Debby inundated the region with rain. The storm...
Widow-Maker Heart Attack Survivor Thanks Firefighters In St. Petersburg Who Saved His Life
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - On his 59th birthday, Doug Hanson experienced a life-threatening "widow-maker" heart attack, but thanks to the quick actions of St....
Manatee County has taken in 200 stray pets since Tropical Storm Debby
Since Tropical Storm Debby brought torrential rain to parts of the Tampa Bay area, Manatee County Animal Welfare has taken in 200 stray...
VA says PACT Act helping thousands exposed to toxic fumes during military service
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla - Retired Army Colonel DJ Reyes says before the PACT Act, veterans had a hard time getting benefits to help treat...
Seminole pastor served Team USA in Paris Olympics
SEMINOLE, Fla. - Asif Shaikh is part of Team USA. But you won't see him in any highlights. His work is behind the scenes....
