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.
Man In Jail For Stabbing Teen Charged With Woman's Murder: Manatee Sheriff
A man already jailed for stabbing a 15-year-old boy faces a new murder charge for the death of a woman in Bradenton, MCSO said.
Veteran Gravely Injured In Syria To Take On Water Skiing In FL
A veteran gravely injured in an ISIS suicide bombing will offer a preview of the Cypress Gardens Water Ski Team's upcoming adaptive clinic.
Fourth 'Flesh-Eating Bacteria' Death Of The Year Confirmed In FL
A fourth person has died from the rare so-called "flesh-eating bacteria," Vibrio vulnificus, in FL this year, health officials said.
Woman Burned After Gasoline Ignited at St. Petersburg Gas Station: Police
A woman faces arson charges after deliberately igniting gasoline while the victim was pumping gas, St. Pete police said.
Atlantic Hurricane Season Could Make History After Remarkably Quiet Start
With no hurricanes forming yet this year, the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season could hit new records. See what this means for FL.
Family Says Tampa Woman Died From Dengue Fever On 80th Birthday: Reports
FL health officials are investigating the potential dengue fever death as cases are on the rise across Hillsborough County and the state.
Lightning Strike Sparked Apartment Fire, 34 Displaced In Hernando County
A lightning strike sparked a fire at a Hernando County apartment complex, displacing 34 residents, fire officials said.
Two Drivers Critically Injured In Head-On Crash On State Road 70: FL Troopers
Three girls also suffered minor injuries in the State Road 70 crash in Manatee County, FL troopers said.
Lightning Strikes Gym, Sparks Fire At St. Pete Catholic High School: Officials
A lightning strike sparked a fire after hitting the gym at St. Petersburg Catholic High School, the Catholic Diocese said.
Victims Of Fatal FL Amazon Plane Crash Identified
The 5 people who died after an Amazon plane overshot a runway at Miami International Airport worked for a company that cleans aircraft
Body Found Floating Near St. Pete Pier: Reports
A man's body was found in the waters near the St. Pete Pier, reports said.
Off-Duty FL Deputy Hospitalized After Lightning Hit His Cruiser: Reports
An off-duty Miami-Dade County deputy was hospitalized after being struck by lightning while sitting in his cruiser, reports said.
Child Bitten By Gator While Swimming At Weeki Wachee Preserve: Sheriff
A 9- to 12-foot-long gator bit a child who was swimming at the Weeki Wachee Preserve, the Hernando County Sheriff's Office said.
Partial Human Remains Found Near Sunshine Skyway Bridge: Manatee Sheriff
A woman's partial remains were found near the Sunshine Skyway Bridge, and Manatee County deputies are working to identify her.
Kitten Rescued From I-275 By Hillsborough Deputies, FL Trooper: Watch
A 5-week-old kitten was rescued from I-275 after a foot chase by Hillsborough County deputies and a FL trooper.
Relationship With FL Girl, 12, Lands Oregon Man In Prison: U.S. DOJ
An Oregon man was sentenced to 25 years in prison for his online relationship with a 12-year-old girl in Sarasota, the U.S. DOJ said.
Is Lettuce Safe To Eat Again? Latest On Cyclospora Outbreak In FL
There have been more than 500 cases of cyclosporiasis infections in FL since May 1, the state health department said.
Man Shoots Self, Dies After Apartment Standoff With Deputies: Pasco Sheriff
A man died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound after a standoff with deputies at a Pasco County apartment complex, the sheriff said.
Tampa Lottery Retailer Accused Of Trying To Keep $1,000 Winning Ticket
A store owner in Tampa is accused of misrepresenting a customer's $1,000 winning ticket so he could keep it, FL Lottery officials said.
Boat Ejected From Trailer After I-75 Crash: FL Troopers
A boat was ejected from its trailer after a crash on Interstate 75 in Pasco County, FL troopers said.
Child Porn Convictions Land Venice Man Behind Bars: Sarasota County Sheriff
A Venice man was sentenced to nearly 100 years in prison for 83 counts of child porn possession, the Sarasota County Sheriff's Office said.
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