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.
St. Pete Man Arrested After Niece, 12, Gave Birth To His Child: Reports
The investigation began after the 12-year-old girl unexpectedly gave birth at Helen Howarth Park in Pinellas Park, reports said.
Sarasota-Manatee Home Sales Rise in June as Inventory Shrinks Across All Segments
A report shows June sales rose in Sarasota and Manatee counties, while available homes and condos declined.
Suspect Who Fatally Shot St. Pete City Employee Hospitalized With Serious Injuries: FL Troopers
A man accused of fatally shooting a St. Petersburg sanitation worker remains hospitalized after being taken into custody on I-75, FHP said.
FL Pharmacist, Pharmacy Owner Convicted In Federal Oxycodone Case: U.S. DOJ
Federal prosecutors said the Tampa pharmacist dispensed more than 335K oxycodone pills through two Broward County pharmacies, U.S. DOJ said.
Rabies Advisory Issued In Sarasota County After Raccoon Tests Positive
After a raccoon tested positive for rabies in Sarasota County, a health advisory was issued, FL health officials said.
Childs Park YMCA Shooting Leaves 18-Year-Old Dead, Teen Arrested: St. Pete Police
An 18-year-old died after being shot during a gun sale at the Childs Park YMCA bathroom, St. Pete police said. One suspect remains at large.
270-Pound Distressed Sea Turtle Rescued Off FL Keys
The large distressed loggerhead turtle was found swimming erratically near Sugarloaf Key and taken ashore for evaluation and rehabilitation.
3 Teens Attacked Woman, Homeless Man Out Of Boredom, Tampa Police Say
A homeless man attacked by 3 teens who were "bored" earlier this month remains in critical condition, Tampa police said.
Illegal Gambling Operation Shut Down In Bradenton, 1 Arrested, Sheriff Says
The Manatee County Sheriff's Office said detectives seized cash, gambling machines and computer towers in a raid on an illegal arcade.
Woman Charged With Murder Months After 3-Year-Old's Death: Hillsborough Sheriff
After a 3-year-old brought to Brandon Regional Hospital with injuries died in April, a woman was arrested for murder, the sheriff said.
2 Vandals Accused Of $96K Damages At Luxury Condo Building Turn Selves In: St. Pete Police
The two suspects accused of vandalizing a downtown St. Pete luxury condo building, causing $96K in damages, were arrested, police said.
This FL City Landed At No. 1 On CNN's 'America's Best Towns To Visit' List
CNN ranked a FL city at No. 1 on its "America's Best Towns to Visit" 2026 list, lauding its cultural offerings, beaches and history.
Tarpon Springs Driver, 85, Dies After Driving Truck Into Largo Retention Pond: FL Troopers
The man lost control of a pick-up truck on Bryan Dairy Road in Largo and drove it into a retention pond, FL troopers said.
Shots Fired During Altercation In High School Parking Lot: Sarasota Police
Shots were fired in a Sarasota high school parking lot during an event held on campus by an outside organization, the principal said.
Middle School Teacher Arrested In Child Sexual Battery Case: Sarasota County Sheriff
A middle school teacher was arrested and charged with sexual battery and lewd and lascivious molestation of a child, Sarasota sheriff said.
2 Deaths At Tampa Home Under Investigation
Officers looking for a person of interest in another case found two people dead inside a Tampa home.
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