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.
Speeding Motorcyclist Killed In Christmas Eve Crash In Holiday: FL Troopers
A speeding motorcyclist who was passing traffic died after crashing into an SUV in Holiday, FL Highway Patrol said.
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$1M-Winning Powerball Ticket Sold At FL Publix: Reports
The Powerball jackpot has jumped to $1.6B for Monday night’s drawing, the fifth-largest in the game’s history, lottery officials said.
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Driver Rear-Ended Vehicle Pulling Out Of Ambulance’s Way: Bradenton Police
Two citations were issued in a three-vehicle crash on Manatee Avenue/Causeway that involved an ambulance, Bradenton police said.
1 Dead, 2 Injured In PSTA Bus Crash With SUV On Roosevelt Boulevard: FL Troopers
The PSTA bus driver made a left turn, despite having a red light, causing an SUV to crash into it, FL Highway Patrol said.
2 Bottlenose Dolphins, Visiting Baby Kangaroos Welcomed At Clearwater Aquarium
In addition to the dolphins, a nurse shark, tortoises and tropical birds from Miami Seaquarium now call Clearwater Marine Aquarium home.
Murder Charge Filed Months After Fatal Shooting At RV Resort: Hillsborough Sheriff
A 19-year-old man was charged with murder in a fatal shooting at a Tampa-area RV resort this summer, the Hillsborough County sheriff said.
Motorcyclist Killed, 2 Injured In Pasco County Crash: FL Troopers
Body Found In Submerged Truck Identified: St. Pete Police
A man was found dead after his pick-up truck drove through a guard rail at the end of 62nd Ave. NE and into the water, St. Pete police said.
Retired FL Deputy Dressed As Grinch Gave Onions To Speeding Drivers
In a 20-year tradition in the FL Keys, a deputy dressed as The Grinch handed out onions to school zone speeders.
Active Church Member, Father Faces 76 Child Porn Charges: Polk County Sheriff
An Auburndale father and active church member was found with 76 child pornography photos and videos, the Polk County Sheriff’s Office said.
Livestream Of Racially Motivated Attack Planned By FL Man: DOJ
A 20-year-old Sarasota man planning a racially motivated attack was arrested on gun and child porn charges, federal officials said.
Suspect In 2 Clearwater Bank Robberies Arrested: U.S. DOJ
A man suspected of robbing two Clearwater banks at gunpoint has been arrested, the U.S. Department of Justice said.
Airborne Car Hits Boat Lift, Lands In Water: Bradenton Police
A car drove off the road and launched into the water at Riverside Drive, hitting a boat lift, Bradenton police said.
Man On E-Bike Died After Crash On Toucan Trail: FL Troopers
A Spring Hill man on an e-bike died after being hit by a car on Toucan Trail, FL Highway Patrol said.
36 Charges Filed, 233 Citations Given Out During DUI Patrol: Pinellas Sheriff
During a weekend DUI patrol, the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office issued 233 citations and filed 36 charges against drivers.
Man Hit, Killed By Car While Crossing Seminole Boulevard: FL Troopers
A Largo man was hit and killed by a car while crossing Seminole Boulevard on Christmas Eve, FL Highway Patrol said.
Driver Dies In Fiery Christmas Eve Crash In Tampa Area: FL Troopers
A driver lost control of his car on State Road 574 and caught fire after crashing into a pole, FL Highway Patrol said.
Homeless Man Suffers Burns To More Than Half His Body In Clearwater: Reports
A homeless man is being treated after severely burning more than half his body in Clearwater on Christmas Eve night, reports said.
FL Man, Shot Killed Wife During Argument About ‘Monday Night Football’: Sheriff
The Lakeland man also shot his 13-year-old stepdaughter, critically injuring her, the Polk County Sheriff’s Office said.
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