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.
3 Tampa Teens Charged As Adults In Attempted Murder Of Homeless Man: State Attorney
The state attorney's office said that three Tampa teenagers are being charged as adults after attacking a homeless man out of boredom.
Gulf Islands Ferry Adds New Stop To Expand Anna Maria Island Service
Manatee County's Gulf Islands Ferry is adding a new beach stop, expanding its Anna Maria Island service.
163 Missing Children Recovered In FL Operation, Including 46 In Tampa Bay
A five-day operation led by the FDLE found and rescued 163 missing children, ages 2 months to 17 years old, across FL, officials said.
Woman Identified After Decomposing Body Found Behind Bradenton Home: Sheriff
Manatee County deputies identified a woman whose body was found behind a Bradenton home and said she died from "homicidal violence."
FL Musicians, Venues, Activists Pay Tribute To Dolly Parton
Following the death of country music legend and humanitarian Dolly Parton, FL musicians, venues, and activists are paying tribute to her.
Officer Fired After Internal Review Of Domestic Battery Allegation: St. Pete Police
A St. Petersburg officer was fired after an internal review of allegations that he committed domestic battery against his wife, police said.
Man Convicted In 2022 Bradenton Shooting That Killed Teen: FL State Attorney
A man was convicted of manslaughter in a 2022 shooting that killed a 16-year-old boy in Bradenton, officials said.
Tampa International Airport Backs Out Of TSA Gold+ Plan For Privatizing Security
After reviewing the TSA Gold+ plan for privatizing airport security, TPA has backed out and will use TSA officers for security screenings.
15-Year-Old Boy Stabbed Another Teen During Fight At 7-Eleven: Hillsborough Sheriff
A 15-year-old boy was charged with attempted murder after stabbing another teen during a fight near a 7-Eleven, Hillsborough sheriff said.
FL Pilot Swam To Shore After Landing Small Plane In Atlantic Waters: Reports
A 23-year-old pilot safely swam to shore after her small plane experienced mechanical issues, forcing her to land in South FL waters.
FL Mother, 2-Year-Old Daughter Killed In Lightning Strike: Reports
A 31-year-old mother and her 2-year-old daughter were killed in a South Florida lightning strike, reports said.
Man Who Stabbed 15-Year-Old Charged With Attempted Murder: Manatee Sheriff
After several days at large, the man who stabbed a 15-year-old boy multiple times at a Bradenton home was arrested, Manatee sheriff said.
Man Dies After Struggle With St. Petersburg Police During Welfare Check: PCSO
The death of a man tased by St. Pete police officers is under investigation, the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office said.
Forecasters Continue To Lower Hurricane Season Predictions As Peak Season Nears
With a strong El Niño climate pattern developing, forecasters continue to lower their predictions for the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season.
Worker Dies After Steel Beam Falls At Pinellas County Business: Reports
A man died after a large steel beam fell on him at a Pinellas County company, reports said.
14-Time Felon Arrested During Drug Raid: Hillsborough County Sheriff
Fentanyl, meth, cocaine and other drugs were found and two people were arrested during a raid on a Town 'n' Country home, HCSO said.
Mosquito-Borne Dengue Case Confirmed In Pasco, Citrus, As Cases Rise In FL
With more than 40 locally acquired dengue cases reported in FL in recent weeks, two new cases were confirmed in the Tampa Bay area.
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