{"id":227051,"date":"2026-04-11T00:34:08","date_gmt":"2026-04-11T00:34:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/227051\/"},"modified":"2026-04-11T00:34:08","modified_gmt":"2026-04-11T00:34:08","slug":"fatal-hammer-attack-2-gators-wrangled-new-ikea-coming-soon-fl-news","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/us-fl\/227051\/","title":{"rendered":"Fatal Hammer Attack | 2 Gators Wrangled | New IKEA Coming Soon: FL News"},"content":{"rendered":"

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<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Find out what’s happening in Tampafor free with the latest updates from Patch.<\/p>\n

High School Bomb Threat Suspect, 15, Arrested: Tampa Police<\/a><\/p>\n

A 15-year-old Riverview boy was arrested for making a bomb threat against a Tampa high school he previously attended, police said.<\/p>\n

Find out what’s happening in Tampafor free with the latest updates from Patch.<\/p>\n

Donated Flood Barrier System To Help Protect Florida Aquarium During Hurricanes<\/a><\/p>\n

The donation came as the aquarium works to strengthen storm preparedness after Hurricanes Helene and Milton affected the facility.<\/p>\n

FL Woman Beaten To Death With Hammer, Man Charged: Feds<\/a><\/p>\n

President Donald Trump released a graphic video in connection with the beating death of a store clerk at a Fort Myers gas station.<\/p>\n

FL Man Threatened To Kill President Trump: U.S. DOJ<\/a><\/p>\n

A FL man was arrested after posting a photo of himself with an AR-15-style rifle and a threat to kill Trump on Instagram, the U.S. DOJ said.<\/p>\n

IKEA To Open 6th FL Store Soon<\/a><\/p>\n

A sixth full-sized IKEA furniture and home goods store is coming to FL. Find out when and where it will open.<\/p>\n

Accused FSU Gunman Used ChatGPT To Plan Shooting That Killed 2: Report<\/a><\/p>\n

Phoenix Ikner faces two counts of first-degree murder and multiple counts of attempted murder related to the April 2025 shooting.<\/p>\n

Girl, 9, Bitten By Dog At Suncoast Humane Society, Airlifted To Hospital: Reports<\/a><\/p>\n

The girl suffered face and leg injuries when she was bitten by a dog that her family was meeting at Suncoast Humane Society in Englewood.<\/p>\n

FL Pastor, Ex-Deputy Arrested In Molestation Of 4 Kids: Reports<\/a><\/p>\n

A 56-year-old Pasco County pastor is accused of molesting four children from 2021 until this year, media reports say.<\/p>\n

‘Super El Ni\u00f1o’ Could Form In Atlantic: What It Means For FL Hurricane Season<\/a><\/p>\n

The developing El Ni\u00f1o weather system will have a massive impact on the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season.<\/p>\n

Hulk Hogan\u2019s Clearwater Beach Cottage Hits The Market For $4.5M<\/a><\/p>\n

The Clearwater Beach cottage is being sold as part of the estate of late wrestling icon Hulk Hogan for $4.5M, Coldwell Banker said.<\/p>\n

More Than 200 Charges Filed In Child Exploitation Investigation: Hillsborough Sheriff<\/a><\/p>\n

A 46-year-old Plant City man faces more than 200 charges after being found in a vehicle at a park with a 15-year-old, HCSO said.<\/p>\n

Silent Book Club Growing In Popularity Across Pinellas County<\/a><\/p>\n

A Silent Book Club organizer in Gulfport urges readers to join weekly silent reading meetups or start their own in the Tampa Bay area.<\/p>\n

Man Thrown From Motorcycle In Fatal Skyway Bridge Crash: FL Troopers<\/a><\/p>\n

The Sunshine Skyway Bridge was shut down for nearly 5 hours after a motorcyclist died in a single-vehicle crash, FL troopers said.<\/p>\n

Employee Charged With Murder In Boss\u2019 Death: Venice Police<\/a><\/p>\n

During a fight, a man was killed by his employee, who was charged with second-degree murder, Venice police said.<\/p>\n

Sydney Gruters, RNC Chair\u2019s Wife, To Run For U.S. House Seat In FL<\/a><\/p>\n

The candidate is one of four running in the Aug. 18 Republican primary for FL\u2019s District 16 U.S. House seat.<\/p>\n

Tampa Man Fired Gun After Children\u2019s Bullying Dispute: Hillsborough Sheriff<\/a><\/p>\n

A Tampa man was charged with attempted murder for firing shots after an argument over a children\u2019s bullying incident, HCSO said.<\/p>\n

2 Drivers Arrested After I-275 Crash In Manatee County: FL Troopers<\/a><\/p>\n

One driver pulled a gun on the other, while the other driver was arrested for driving under the influence, FL troopers said.<\/p>\n

Nearly 80% Of FL Experiencing \u2018Extreme\u2019 Drought Conditions: Officials<\/a><\/p>\n

To end FL’s worst drought in 25 years, 2 feet of rain is needed to fall over the next three months, experts said.<\/p>\n

Cat-Themed Art Show To Raise Funds For Friends Of Strays TNVR Program<\/a><\/p>\n

An art opening and dance party for the \u201cCATerwalls\u201d exhibit, a benefit for Friends of Strays, will take place at St. Pete\u2019s Bayboro Brewing.<\/p>\n

Man Fatally Stabbed Wife At Home With Their 2 Children Present: Manatee Sheriff<\/a><\/p>\n

A Manatee County man was arrested for murder for fatally stabbing his wife, the sheriff\u2019s office said. Their children were home at the time.<\/p>\n

2 Gators Removed In Tampa As Mating Season Starts In FL: Watch<\/a><\/p>\n

One gator was spotted outside the Hillsborough County Supervisor of Elections office, while another broke into the pool of a Tampa home.<\/p>\n

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