Daily News Roundup: July 1, 2026
Bradenton Murder Suspect Arrested in Georgia After Nearly Four Months on the Run
A Bradenton man wanted in connection with a fatal shooting that occurred in March has been arrested in Georgia after nearly four months as a fugitive.
Manatee County Assures Residents Water Remains Safe Despite Seasonal Taste and Odor Changes
Residents who have noticed a change in the taste or smell of their tap water can rest assured that Manatee County’s drinking water remains safe to use and consume.
Manatee County Secures Funding for Key State Legislative Priorities
Manatee County secured a total of $12.4 million for all five of its major 2026 state legislative priorities in Governor Ron DeSantis’ approved state budget, advancing critical investments in transportation infrastructure, veterans services and homelessness response.
Manatee County Deputies Seek Woman Wanted for Burglary of Occupied Home
The Manatee County Sheriff’s Office is asking for the public’s help in locating a woman wanted on a burglary charge.
Federal Healthcare Fraud Crackdown Includes More Than $126 Million in Alleged Tampa Bay Medicare Schemes
Federal prosecutors have charged several Tampa Bay residents in connection with alleged Medicare fraud schemes that authorities say resulted in more than $126 million in fraudulent healthcare claims as part of the largest national healthcare fraud enforcement action in U.S. history.
Jauregui Completes Walk-Off Win for Bradenton in the Ninth
With two outs in the ninth, Cristian Jauregui drove in Richard Ramirez on an RBI single to complete a 3-2 walk-off victory for the Bradenton Marauders (4-6, 35-40) over the Daytona Tortugas (5-4, 26-49) on Tuesday from LECOM Park. Bralyn Brazoban socked his first Single-A homer, while Richard Ramirez and Canon Reeder each connected for two-hit nights.