Daily News Roundup: June 20, 2026
Stepfather Arrested After Bradenton Shooting, Pursuit and Crash
A 50-year-old man was arrested Friday after authorities say he shot his stepson multiple times, led deputies on a brief pursuit and crashed his vehicle near a Bradenton restaurant.
Manatee County Search and Rescue Warns of Dangerous Heat as Real Feel Temperatures Top 100 Degrees
Manatee County residents are being urged to take precautions as extreme heat settles over the area, with real-feel temperatures expected to exceed 100 degrees throughout the week.
Bradenton Police Dispatch Team Earns Florida APCO Team of the Year Honor
Three Bradenton Police Department public safety telecommunicators have been recognized by the Florida Association of Public-Safety Communications Officials as the 2026 Team of the Year for their actions during a deadly January shooting that led to a swift arrest and lifesaving response.
Manatee Chamber Announces Winners for the 12th Annual Champions of Healthcare Awards
The Manatee Chamber of Commerce recognized individuals, institutions, and programs making an extraordinary impact on the health and well-being of our community during the 12th Annual Champions of Healthcare Awards Breakfast held Thursday, June 18.
Rynders Homers Back-to-Back Nights, Marauders Fall 6-4 to Threshers
Eddie Rynders homered for a second night in a row, but the Bradenton Marauders (0-1, 31-35) fell 6-4 to the Clearwater Threshers (1-0, 41-26) on Friday from LECOM Park. Eddie King Jr. clobbered his ninth homer, while Jack Anker allowed just one run over 4.0 innings from the bullpen.
District 16 Congressional Candidates Discuss Priorities at Manatee Tiger Bay Forum
Candidates seeking to represent Florida’s 16th Congressional District gathered at the Manatee Performing Arts Center for a forum hosted by the Manatee Tiger Bay Club and broadcast by METV, allowing voters to hear directly from those competing to succeed retiring U.S. Rep. Vern Buchanan.