Daily News Roundup: June 6, 2026
Teen E-Bike Rider Airlifted After Collision on Manatee Avenue
A 13-year-old boy was airlifted to a St. Petersburg trauma hospital after an e-bike crash on Manatee Avenue West late Friday morning that left him with a head injury, according to local authorities.
Teen Suspects Arrested After Vehicle Burglaries in East Manatee Neighborhood
The Manatee County Sheriff’s Office is reminding residents to lock their vehicles and remove valuables after a recent string of vehicle burglaries in the Fairways at Imperial Lakewoods neighborhood led to the arrest of multiple teenage suspects.
Bradenton Workforce Housing Development Opens With 182 Affordable Apartments for Essential Workers
A new workforce housing development in Bradenton is opening its doors with 182 affordable apartment units designed to help local workers find housing within the community they serve.
Anna Maria Island Sea Turtle Nesting Holds Steady as Activity Expected to Rise
Sea turtle nesting activity on Anna Maria Island remained consistent over the past week, with wildlife monitors reporting dozens of new loggerhead nests as the season continues to gain momentum.
Jauregui Sets Franchise Record with Five Steals, Marauders Fall in Extras 6-5
Cristian Jauregui collected a franchise record five steals, but the Bradenton Marauders (26-28) fell in 11 innings to the Jupiter Hammerheads (31-24) on Friday from Roger Dean Chevrolet Stadium. Levi Sterling tied a career-high nine strikeouts, while Bradenton tied a franchise record nine steals.
State Budget Includes More Than $140 Million for Manatee County Projects and Programs
More than $140 million in proposed state funding could support a wide range of infrastructure, education, public safety, health care and community service projects throughout Manatee County under Florida’s recently approved state budget.
Anna Maria Island Paid Parking Proposal Under Review as Officials Seek Traffic Solutions
Manatee County officials are exploring the possibility of implementing paid parking on Anna Maria Island as part of ongoing efforts to address traffic congestion, parking demand, and future transportation needs on the popular barrier island.