Fisherman Killed By Gator | Missing Boy Found Dead | Sentencing For Forged Warhols: FL Weekend

We've rounded up the Patch stories you may have missed in Florida over the weekend to prepare you for the week ahead.

Fisherman Killed By 12-Foot Gator At Central FL Lake

A nearly 12-foot gator attacked and killed a 71-year-old man fishing on the shore of a central Florida lake.

Missing 5-Year-Old Found Dead In Retention Pond: Hillsborough Sheriff

A missing 5-year-old boy with autism was found dead in a Riverview retention pond, the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office said.

Pregnant Woman Killed, Rear-Ended By Semi In 5-Vehicle FL Crash: Reports

Another woman suffered serious injuries, according to reports.

FL Art Dealer Sentenced For Selling Forged Warhol Works: U.S. DOJ

A Miami art dealer was sentenced to federal prison for selling forged Andy Warhol artwork, the U.S. Department of Justice said.

Budget-Friendly Retailer Comes To FL In Aggressive Expansion Strategy

A budget-friendly retailer is bringing new stores across two brands to FL as part of its aggressive expansion strategy.

Bomb Threat Targeting DJT Airport Causes Traffic Delays Sunday: Reports

No bomb was found, WPTV reported.

3 FL Cities Ranked Among Best For Families: Study

Three Florida cities have been ranked among the best cities in the United States for families

Social Security COLA For 2027 Revealed: Here's How Much More FL Seniors Will Get

Older adults and people with disabilities in FL will get another $75 a month beginning in 2027 under a 3.6% cost-of-living adjustment

Car Drove Into Pinellas Dunkin’, Damaging Building: FL Troopers

An 85-year-old man drove into a Pinellas County Dunkin’, damaging the building, Florida Highway Patrol said.

2 Pedestrians Killed Crossing US-301 In Hillsborough County: FHP

A 57-year-old man and a 55-year-old woman from Cocoa died after being struck by a Jeep Compass on US-301, according to state troopers.

FL Housing Market Shifts As Buyers Gain An Advantage Not Seen In Years

The real estate brokerage Redfin said a record 41 of the 50 largest U.S. metropolitan areas have shifted to buyer's markets

Bradenton Man Dies After SUV Crashes Into Tree In Sarasota County

Florida Highway Patrol said the driver may have suffered a medical episode before veering off Saddle Creek Trail.