On the weekend, we present a week in review of the top stories and headlines from across Florida. Here’s a roundup of some of the biggest and quirkiest stories across the state. You can also find your local Patch and catch up on those stories by clicking here.
Ruling In Death Of 4-Year-Old Released By Hillsborough Sheriff
Authorities say a Hillsborough County 4-year-old child suffered upper body trauma before dying.
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FL Church Members Escape Mideast War With Help From Tampa’s Grey Bull Rescue
Members of two St. Pete churches visiting Israel when war broke out with Iran were rescued by Tampa’s Grey Bull Rescue.
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Man Died After Being Run Over By Tractor-Trailer In 3-Vehicle Crash: FL Troopers
A Tampa driver involved in a 3-vehicle crash died after being run over by a tractor-trailer truck on Interstate 75, FL troopers said.
89 Arrested In Human Trafficking Sting: Sheriff
89 people were arrested on more than 1,200 felony charges during an undercover human trafficking operation, Hillsborough sheriff said.
Sarasota Motorcyclist Killed In Bradenton Crash With SUV: FL Troopers
A Sarasota man died after being thrown from his motorcycle in a Bradenton crash with an SUV, FL troopers said.
$65M Expansion Planned At Dali Museum In Downtown St. Pete
Construction is expected to begin on a $65 million expansion at The Dali Museum in downtown St. Petersburg later this year.
Speeding Driver Killed, Passenger Seriously Injured In Pasco County Crash: FL Troopers
Speed was a factor in the single-vehicle Hudson-area crash and neither the driver or the passenger were wearing seatbelts, FL troopers said.
St. Pete Man Shone Laser At Sheriff’s Office Helicopter: PCSO
A St. Petersburg man was arrested for shining a laser light at an airborne Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office helicopter, the agency said.
Woman Charged With Murder In Fatal Stabbing In Seffner: Sheriff
A woman was charged with premeditated murder in the stabbing death of a man in Seffner, the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office said.
FL Deputy Survives Gunshot Thanks To Body Camera, Sheriff Says
The 31-year-old shooter was arrested and charged with two counts of first-degree premeditated murder, authorities said.
House Cleaner Accused Of Stealing Jewelry From Client In Polk County
The arrest is the third for the woman, who was previously accused of stealing jewelry from clients in both Polk and Hillsborough counties.
Sarasota Lab To Pay Nearly $1M For Kickback, False Claims Violations: U.S. DOJ
A Sarasota medical lab agreed to pay about $1 million in a settlement over Anti-Kickback Statute, False Claims Act violations, US DOJ said.
FL Jan. 6 Rioter Pardoned By Trump Gets Life For Molesting Children
A Tampa Bay area Jan. 6 rioter who was pardoned by President Trump was sentenced to prison for molesting children, Florida officials said.
8-Time Convicted Felon Arrested During Gang Investigation: Hillsborough Sheriff
An eight-time convicted felon faces drug and weapon charges after a Tampa-area gang investigation, the Hillsborough County sheriff said.
Man Hit, Killed By Car While Crossing Pasco County Highway In Heavy Fog: FL Troopers
A 78-year-old man died after being hit by a car while crossing a Zephyrhills highway in heavy fog, FL troopers said.
Lakeland Woman Practiced Veterinary Medicine Without License: Polk County Sheriff
A Lakeland woman was arrested on multiple charges, including practicing veterinary medicine without a license and animal neglect, PCSO said.
1 Killed, 2 Seriously Injured In Manatee County Crash: FL Troopers
A Ford Mustang drove through a red light, hitting a pick-up truck in the Bradenton area, FL troopers said. 1 person died, 2 were injured.
Manatee County Park Expansion Named In Honor Of Late Commissioner Felts
A Manatee County park expansion will be named in honor of the late Commissioner Carol Ann Felts.
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