Daily News Roundup: March 11, 2026
Bradenton Man Killed During Police SWAT Operation
A 56-year-old man was shot and killed Tuesday morning when a member of the Bradenton Police Department’s SWAT team opened fire while officers were serving a high-risk search warrant.
Swim Lesson Voucher Program Accepting Applications to Help Prevent Child Drownings
Families across Florida are encouraged to apply for the Swim Lesson Voucher Program, a statewide initiative designed to help prevent child drownings by making swim lessons more accessible to families with financial need.
Bradenton Secures $4 Million in Federal Funding for City Park Stormwater and State Road 64 Safety Improvements
The City of Bradenton has secured an additional $4 million in federal Community Project Funding to support key infrastructure and public safety projects aimed at improving the quality of life across the community.
Small Cell Installations Expanding Across Manatee County to Improve Wireless Connectivity
Residents across Manatee County may have noticed new slim poles appearing along roadways and in neighborhoods as part of an effort to strengthen wireless connectivity throughout the region.