Bradenton Herald

Bradenton is the largest city and the county seat of Manatee County, located on the southern shore of Tampa Bay in Florida's West Coast. Over the years, the Bradenton Herald has followed the evolution of its community, transforming from a small agricultural and fishing town called Bradentown into a thriving metropolitan area and a popular tourist hotspot, famous for its stunning beaches on Anna Maria Island. With a population exceeding 330,000, Bradenton is recognized as one of the fastest-growing regions in the U.S. To keep pace with this dynamic expansion, the Bradenton Herald and Bradenton.com provide extensive, around-the-clock news coverage on topics that affect the community, including its residents, businesses, environment, and leaders. The staff takes pride in their strong community involvement, sponsoring numerous civic events each year. In 2020, McClatchy became privately owned after being acquired by Chatham Asset Management. This acquisition signified a new chapter for McClatchy, enhancing its financial stability and allowing the company to continue its legacy of over 150 years of independent journalism focused on community needs by investing in local newsrooms.

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Brad Pitt’s net worth: How the “F1” star grew his fortune

1 day ago | bradenton.com | Laura Rodini

Actor, producer, and longstanding Hollywood golden boy Brad Pitt has been enchanting audiences ever since his breakthrough performance in 1991's Thelma & Louise, portraying J.D., a hairdryer-wielding hitchhiker who sweeps Geena Davis off her feet-while also stealing all her cash. Part leading man, part rebel, and a perennial favorite with fans and critics alike, Pitt starred in some of the biggest films of the past few decades, which helped him amass some serious wealth.
Denver judge says ICE subpoena doesn’t comply with state law, but doesn’t prohibit Gov. Polis from responding

2 days ago | bradenton.com | Aaron Ontiveroz

DENVER - A Denver judge said Wednesday that state law doesn't allow officials to comply with a federal immigration subpoena that Gov. Jared Polis had decided to fulfill, and he prohibited the governor from directing a senior state employee and his staff from turning over personal information to authorities. But District Judge A. Bruce Jones said he wouldn't block Polis or other state officials from otherwise responding to the subpoena.
Supreme Court allows Trump administration to deport migrants to third countries

3 days ago | bradenton.com | Jay Weaver |Jay Weaver |Syra Ortiz Blanes

The Trump administration can deport migrants to third countries other than their homeland, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled on Monday, overturning a federal judge’s decision in Massachusetts that had stopped such deportations. The high court’s ruling paves the way for the administration to transfer deported men currently held at a U.S. military base in Djibouti to South Sudan.
Steelers Get Clarity on Aaron Rodgers’ Post-2025 Plans

3 days ago | bradenton.com | Jacob Punturi |Pittsburgh Steelers
George Skelton: Big state budget questions linger about crime, Medi-Cal, Delta tunnel

4 days ago | bradenton.com | Hector Amezcua

SACRAMENTO, Calif. - California really does still have a Legislature, even if you haven't been reading or hearing much about it. In fact, it's currently making a ton of weighty decisions. They'll affect many millions of Californians - with a gamut of new laws and hefty spending.
Miami Trending to Flip Georgia Wide Receiver Commit Vance Spafford

4 days ago | bradenton.com | Blayne Gilmer

The Miami Hurricanes could be on the verge of flipping a major offensive weapon from one of college football's premier programs. Four-star wide receiver Vance Spafford, a longtime Georgia commit out of Mission Viejo High School in California, is now trending heavily toward the Canes, according to top On3 recruiting insiders. Both Chad Simmons and Steve Wiltfong, two of the most respected voices in the recruiting industry, have placed flip predictions for Spafford to land in Coral Gables.
With no flights in or out of Israel, here’s how stranded Floridians are getting home

1 week ago | bradenton.com | Michelle Marchante

Rabbi Yossi Harlig says his daughter is ending her year in Israel the same way she started it: Ducking into bomb shelters as missiles fly overhead. “The year ended last Tuesday and she was supposed to go back home,” said Harlig, of the Chabad Center of Kendall and Pinecrest. Now, “everything got locked down” and she’s trying to find a way back home.
Blue Jays Make Rotation Decision Ahead of White Sox Series

1 week ago | bradenton.com | Matt Graves

The Toronto Blue Jays have named right-hander Spencer Turnbull as their starting pitcher for Friday's series opener against the Chicago White Sox. Turnbull, 32, will make his first start with the Blue Jays after two relief appearances since being recalled from Triple-A Buffalo on June 8. He last pitched Sunday against the Philadelphia Phillies, allowing one run on five hits across 2 1/3 innings.
Jefferson County sheriff pushes back on ‘misleading’ Denver ICE statement

1 week ago | bradenton.com | Hyoung Chang

DENVER - The Jefferson County Sheriff's Office is pushing back against a "misleading" statement posted by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement's Denver field office, which sheriff's officials say faulted them for following Colorado immigration laws by not coordinating with federal agents before releasing a man from jail.
Magic announce 2025 home preseason schedule

1 week ago | bradenton.com | Jason Beede

New Magic guard Desmond Bane will make his preseason debut inside Kia Center on Oct. 12 at 6 p.m. when Orlando hosts the Heat. The Magic announced they will play two preseason home games in 2025. Jamahl Mosley‘s squad will close out its preseason schedule at home on Oct. 16 vs. New Orleans at 7 p.m., the team said. The full preseason schedule will be announced at a later date. The Magic have played two preseason games on the road the past two years.