Burglar In Bra, Thirsty City, Mean Boys, Food Fights: FL News

Between a burglar wearing only a bra and thief stealing a trailer of trash, it's been an interesting week for Florida law enforcement.

Contaminated Ice Cream, Bare Breasts, Bizarre Rescue: FL News

First responders who called out to rescue a man who got stuck in a tank on top of his pest control truck.

Brick City, Big Catch, Lu Lu's Cited for Code Violations

Some Florida restaurants recently earned high marks for cleanliness and others were cited for critical code violations.

Texting Ban, Contaminated Veggies, Poop In Pools; FL Patch

Here are some stories you might have missed on Florida Patch sites this week.

Soaring college tuition rates and the history of student loans

A comprehensive history of funding in higher education, a look at rising college costs, and the impact of international students in the U.S.

New Florida Laws Take Effect July 1

You can now obtain cheaper drug prescriptions from Canada but you can't vape in indoor workplaces or sell sex dolls that resemble children.

Texting And Driving Now Against The Law In Florida

The new law allows law enforcement to pull over drivers who tap out messages on their phones while behind the wheel.

Panini's, Church's Chicken, Sea Hags Cited By Inspectors

Some Florida restaurants recently earned high marks for cleanliness and others were cited for critical code violations.

Koala's 1st Peek, Chick With Butt, Heat Kills Dog: FL News

A public uproar over a photo of a shore bird feeding a cigarette butt to its chick was among the top stories on Florida Patch sites.

How Do Your Credit Habits Compare in Florida?

Take a look at the state of credit in your state..

First Florida Dressbarn Store Closure Announced

As the women's clothing retailer winds down its operations, the company announced one Florida store will be closing before the others.

Westshore Pizza, Orchids Thai, Applebee's Cited By Inspectors

Some Florida restaurants recently earned high marks for cleanliness and others were cited for critical code violations.

'Floribama Shore' Filming Begins, Ear Found On Beach: FL News

Here are the top stories on Florida Patch sites this week.

How Income Taxes Shrink a $100,000 Salary in All 50 States

See how a six-figure salary is reduced to teeny-tiny take-home pay where you live.

115-Pound Pot Bust Earns K9 Extra Tummy Rubs

A 49-year-old Hillsborough County man is behind bars as a result of a Florida Highway Patrol K9's keen sense of smell.

Florida Tops Nation In Number Of Stolen Boats

If you own or are considering buying a boat in Florida, you may want to consider how well it’s secured and insured.

Hurricane Season 2019 Begins; Officials Urge Residents To Prepare

In advance of hurricane season June 1, U.S. Sen. Rick Scott took time Friday to tour the state to urge residents to "prepare for the worst."

Grady Judd Bobbleheads, Wino Gator, Sultan Sentence: FL News

Here are the top stories on Florida Patch sites this week.

How Florida Education Spending Ranks Nationwide: Census Bureau

The U.S. Census Bureau has released its education spending per student. See how much Florida spends on each student.

Take Care; That Online Charity Fundraiser Might Be A Scam

Attorney General Ashley Moody is issuing a Consumer Alert about crowdsourcing charity scams.

National Hurricane Center Predicts 2-4 Major Hurricanes In 2019

NOAA's Climate Prediction Center is predicting nine to 15 named storms and two to four major hurricane season.

Top Baby Names In Florida For 2018

The Social Security Administration revealed the most popular baby names in the country. See which names topped Florida's list.

Sea Turtle Kirby Released, PETA Wants To Free Betta Fish: FL News

ICYMI: Here are the top stories posted on Florida Patch sites this week.

FBI's Secrecy About Russian Election Hacking Untenable: FL Reps

"I don't know who the hell they think they are not to share this information," said U.S. Rep. Matt Gaetz, referring to the FBI.

E. Coli Outbreak Sickens 196, Including In Florida: CDC

Nearly 200 people across the country have been sickened by E. coli-tainted ground beef, including in Florida.

The Cost of Breakfast in Florida

See if the cost of fueling up for the day in Florida is expensive.

Haagen Dazs, Biff Burger, Moxies Too: FL Eateries Cited

Some Florida restaurants recently earned high marks for cleanliness and others were cited for critical food violations.

Police Get Rattled, Hepatitis A Outbreak, Missing Cow: FL News

Here are some of the top stories on Florida Patch sites this week.

How To See Eta Aquarids Meteors In Florida

The Eta Aquarids meteor shower will dazzle in the early morning sky, depending on weather conditions.

FL Consumers Among 177 Sickened By E.Coli-Tainted Ground Beef

Thousands of pounds of raw ground beef products were recalled after 177 people, including Florida consumers, became infected with E. coli.

Fake Cop Pulls Over Real One; Gator MIstaken For Person: FL News

Check out these stories on Florida Patch sites this week.

Girl, 8, Dies After Tree Falls On Florida House Amid Strong Storm

The same storm system was blamed for the deaths a day earlier of two Mississippi drivers and a woman in Alabama.

Lyrid Meteor Shower Peak: How To See It In Florida

April’s Lyrid meteor shower ends a long drought. Here’s what you need to know about watching for shooting stars in Florida.

Publix, Target, Walmart: Which Grocers Are Open On Easter 2019?

If you need to dash out for a missing ingredient for your Easter feast, you're in luck.

Tampa Turns Bolt Blue, Insider Trading, Art In The Sand: FL News

Bolts shoot for the cup, a Seaworld exec is accused of insider trading and the Clearwater Sugar Sand Fest gets underway on Patch this week.

Florida Companies Named In Largest Medicare Fraud Scam In History

Florida companies are among 24 defendants named in the largest Medicare fraud scheme in history.

Florida Pet Owners Beware: Wet Cat Food May Contain Rubber

Heads up Florida pet owners: Nestlé Purina PetCare Company recalled one of its wet cat foods.

Florida Man Game, K9 Wounded, Puppy-Kicking Model: FL News

A wounded police K9 is recovering and the governor temporarily suspended SunPass tolls due to bogus bills. See these stories and more.

Second Parkland Student Appears To Die By Suicide, Police Say

Days after former cheerleader Sydney Aiello​ killed herself March 17, another student appears to have died by suicide.

Another Parkland Tragedy, Confederate Monument Removed: FL News

She survived the mass shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School only to take her own life a year later. Read this story and others.