A prominent local developer group plans to open a new trade school to “create a pipeline of skilled laborers” for Manatee and Sarasota counties. Suncoast Apprenticeship Academy, in partnership with ...

Before beginning his HBCU basketball journey at Winston-Salem State University, incoming freshman Nick Keith is making time to give back to young players in his hometown area.+ Keith will host his ...

Construction of Sara’s Studios is ongoing beside the Manatee Performing Arts Center on Aug. 12, 2026. Pittsburgh-based Point Park University could use space in the two facilities as part of an ...

The most crowded county commission primary race includes six Republican candidates vying to serve a special two-year term.

Bradenton’s school zone cameras caught 68 drivers speeding on the first day of the new school year, according to the Bradenton Police Department. “School’s in — and so are the numbers,” the department ...

Tuskegee University students as conversations continue around the school's dress code and professional expectations. The ...

The Seattle Seahawks have added former HBCU standout Aaron Smith to their linebacker room as training camp moves toward the preseason. Seattle announced the signing Tuesday, Aug. 11. The Seahawks ...

One of Manatee County’s at-large seats is up for grabs in November, and a crowded field of candidates is running to claim it.

One of television’s most recognizable HBCU experiences is returning for a new generation, and another familiar voice from Black entertainment will help welcome viewers back to Hillman College. Brandy ...

The Minnesota Vikings have added former South Carolina State cornerback and MEAC Defensive Player of the Year Jarod ...

Grambling State University's World Famed Tiger Marching Band is taking its century-old HBCU brand to another national stage, this time as part of Urban Outfitters' first dedicated Back-to-Campus ...

Investigators say a Manatee County man collected more than $34,000 in disability benefits he wasn’t entitled to.