Biden Diary | Preferred Pronouns | Shooting Blamed On Eclipse: FL News

FLORIDA — 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.

FL Woman Who Stole Diary Of Joe Biden’s Daughter Jailed: Reports
The Florida woman who stole and sold the diary of President Joe Biden’s daughter, Ashley Biden, was sentenced to one month in jail: reports.

Trans Teacher In FL Can Use Preferred Pronouns, Judge Says: Reports

A transgender high school teacher in Hillsborough County can use her preferred pronouns as a lawsuit against FL moves forward, judge says.

FL Woman Who Posed As Teen To Lure Boys Online To Stay In Jail: Report
A Tampa woman who posed as a 14-year-old girl to lure and molest middle school boys she met online was denied bond, reports said.

Tom Brady 'Not Opposed' To NFL Comeback With Patriots, Not Bucs

In an interview, retired Tampa Buccaneers quarterback Tom Brady reportedly said he'd return to the NFL with the Patriots or the Raiders.

$11M Winning Lotto Ticket Sold At FL Gas Station

After someone in South Florida won $11 million playing the Florida Lotto, the jackpot sits at $1 million. The winner has not come forward.

'Reckless' Fentanyl Exposure To FL First Responders Now Illegal

Gov. Ron DeSantis signed two Senate bills into law, drawing attention to opioid overdose and making fentanyl exposure to officers unlawful.

11-Foot Gator Captured After Dogs Alert Miami Man At Farm: Reports

A veteran trapper told a news outlet the 480-pound alligator, which ended up on a Miami farm, escaped a canal.

Missing FL GOP Official Found Safe, Vows To Seek Help: Report

George Riley Jr. was accused of urinating and vomiting throughout a hotel room, a news outlet said. The GOP leader has vowed to seek help.

Large Alligator Found In Sarasota Co. Woman's Kitchen

The woman told a news outlet the sighting of the 7-foot-11-inch alligator sent her shaking.

1 FL Hotel Earns Four Diamonds Rating From AAA

The Fort Myers hotel is among those internationally that met the 4 Cs: cleanliness, comfort, cuisine and consistency, AAA says.

Tampa In 30 Years: FL Town At Extreme Risk For Floods, Analysis Shows

Pasco, Hillsborough, Manatee and Volusia counties all have an increased risk for flooding in the next three decades, a report says.

Woman Armed With Knife Shot By Deputy: St. Pete Police

The woman stabbed a 70-year-old man in Seminole multiple times before being shot by a Pinellas County deputy, police said.

Lifetime Made-For-TV Movie Showcases St. Pete Businesses, Locations

“Roommate Regret,” which premiered Thursday on Lifetime, showcases Parkshore Grill, Green Bench Brewing, Three Birds Tavern.

Driver Killed In Fiery SUV Crash In Sarasota County: FL Highway Patrol

A man was killed after losing control of his SUV, which caught fire, on a Sarasota County road, FL Highway Patrol said.

Illegal Slot Machines Removed From Bradenton Bar: Police

Four slot machines were removed from Pour Decisions Saloon in Bradenton after an investigation into illegal gambling, police said.

4 Injured In Shooting Near Armature Works: Tampa Police

A shooting that left four people injured near Armature Works is under investigation, Tampa police Chief Lee Bercaw said.

FL Metro Area Saw Most Millennial Moves In U.S. In 2023: Report

The Tampa Bay area saw the largest net gain of millennials moving there compared to other U.S. metro regions last year, a new report said.

FL Shooting Spree Blamed On Solar Eclipse, God: Troopers

A Georgia woman said she went on a shooting spree in the Florida Panhandle because of God and the solar eclipse, troopers said.

Pre-Med UF Student Stabs Mother To Death In Polk County: Sheriff

A 21-year-old University of Florida student killed his mother in Frostproof while visiting for a family event, the sheriff’s office said.

Motorcyclist Killed In 4-Vehicle Crash On I-75: FL Highway Patrol

A North Port man was killed in a four-vehicle crash in southern Sarasota County early Sunday morning, Florida Highway Patrol said.

$1M Powerball Ticket Sold In FL; $1.3B Ticket Sold In OR

While the $1.3B jackpot-winning ticket in the weekend’s Powerball drawing was sold in Oregon, someone in Florida is $1 million richer.

Man Charged With Murder After Body Found At Apartment: St. Pete Police

A 31-year-old man faces a second-degree murder charge after a body was found at a St. Petersburg apartment earlier this month, police said.

Tampa Neighborhood Among ‘50 Best Places To Live In U.S.’: Report

Three Florida communities were named to Money magazine's 2024 “50 Best Places to Live in the U.S.” list, including historic Ybor City.

FL Man Who Tried To Board Flight With Gun Pleads Guilty: U.S. DOJ

A Lakeland man flying out of Tampa International Airport tried to sneak a gun into the airport, hiding it in a bathroom, the U.S. DOJ said.