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.
7th Person Convicted In 2023 Fatal Armed Robbery: Bradenton Police
A seventh person was convicted in connection with a 2023 fatal armed robbery in Bradenton, police said.
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FL Woman Confessed To Fatally Stabbing 76-Year-Old Roommate: Sheriff
A 48-year-old woman stabbed her 76-year-old roommate to death and stole his pickup truck, Charlotte County deputies said.
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Child Playing With Matches Sparks Weeki Wachee House Fire: Officials
Four people and three pets were displaced after a house fire was started by a child playing with matches, Hernando County Fire Rescue officials said.
Murder Suspect Arrested In Beating Death Of FL Nurse
Reports say the Palm Beach County nurse sent the suspect, with whom she was romantically involved, an alarming text the day before she died.
2 Injured In Gentleman’s Club Shooting In Palm Harbor: Reports
Two men were shot early Monday at a Palm Harbor gentleman’s club after a fight spilled out into the parking lot. The suspects left the scene before deputies arrived, reports said.
2 St. Pete Men Arrested In Multi-County Retail Theft Scheme: FL Officials
Two St. Petersburg men were charged with organized retail theft after a years-long investigation, FL officials said.
Injured Young Florida Panther Finds Permanent Home At ZooTampa
A young Florida panther, injured in a vehicle collision last July, has found a permanent home at ZooTampa after rehabilitation efforts.
Severe Drought Dries Up Tampa Bay’s Main Water Supply: Officials
Tampa Bay Water urges conservation as the region’s main drinking water supply dries up during severe drought conditions.
Substitute Teacher Accused Of Inappropriate Conduct With Students: Sheriff
A Polk County substitute teacher was charged with lewd and lascivious conduct on a minor, the sheriff’s office said.
$600K Onion, Potato Theft Suspect Arrested In FL: U.S. DOJ
A Spring Hill man defrauded wholesale produce companies of more than $600,000 in onions and potatoes, the U.S. Department of Justice said.
Missing 74-Year-Old Man Found In Brush Near Bradenton Home: Watch
A Manatee County K9 found a missing 74-year-old man in a brushy area near his Bradenton home, police said.
Husband, Wife Fatally Shot Man While Evicting Him In Brandon: Hillsborough Sheriff
A couple was charged with murder in connection with a fatal shooting during an eviction in Brandon, Hillsborough County deputies said.
Sarasota County Man Accused Of Bestiality, Child Porn Possession
The 72-year-old North Port man was arrested last week and charged with nearly 20 counts related to the accusations.
FL Woman Suspected In Barrage Of Gunfire At Rihanna’s Mansion
Authorities revealed details about the Florida woman suspected of attempted murder in the shooting at Rihanna’s mansion in California.
Attorney General Threatens To Remove Tampa Mayor Over Immigration Policies
Florida’s attorney general threatened to remove Tampa Mayor Jane Castor from office over police “sanctuary” immigration policies.
1 Killed In Bradenton Police Shooting: Report
A police shooting killed a person accused of being armed while officers served a search warrant in Bradenton, a media report says.
$10M Powerball Double Play Ticket Sold In FL
A $10 million-winning Powerball Double Play ticket was bought in Florida, officials said. Find out where it was sold.
Burglar Smashed Glass Door To Break Into Gas Station: Clearwater Police
A man was arrested for breaking into and stealing clothing, food and alcohol from a Clearwater gas station, police said.
Sarasota Woman Guilty Of Making MAGA Death Threats On TikTok: U.S. DOJ
A Sarasota woman was found guilty of making shooting threats against MAGA supporters in TikTok videos, the U.S. DOJ said.
FL Father Gave Child LSD, Pressured Them To Do Drugs: Sheriff
A child on acid given to them by their father was found disoriented outside a FL grocery store, officials said. The father was arrested.
St. Pete Officer Fired For Losing Gun, Ammo, Taser: Police
The officer’s police duty belt, which contained his gun, Taser and ammunition, was found behind a Pasco County dumpster, officials said.
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