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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.
Woman Charged With Attempted Murder In Tampa Stabbing: Sheriff
A woman was arrested after stabbing and injuring another woman during an altercation at a Tampa apartment complex, deputies said.
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NOAA Releases 2026 Atlantic Hurricane Predictions As El Niño Returns
NOAA expects 8 to 14 named storms this hurricane season, as El Niño is likely to limit Atlantic storm activity this year.
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16-Year-Old Arrested In Manatee High School Student’s Death: Bradenton Police
A 16-year-old was charged with manslaughter in the fatal shooting of another teenager in Bradenton, police said.
Anti-Human Trafficking Outreach Event Targets Clearwater Hotels
Selah Freedom has partnered with the SOAP Project to launch a new anti-human trafficking outreach program in the Tampa Bay area.
Sarasota Man Tried To Lure 2 Girls Into His Truck: Police
A 67-year-old Sarasota man faces 2 felonies after offering two girls, 12 and 13, a ride and trying to lure them into his truck, police said.
Twin Sisters Graduate As Valedictorian, Salutatorian From Tampa High School
In an historic moment for a Catholic high school in Tampa, twin sisters graduated as valedictorian and salutatorian.
Gulfport Man Claimed He Was 'Play Fighting' When Gun Went Off, Killing Friend: Police
A Gulfport man was charged with second-degree murder in the fatal shooting of his friend last month, police said.
FL Deputy With Cowboy Hat In Hand Wrangles Large Gator
A FL deputy wrangled a large gator, climbing onto its back to keep it in place until a licensed trapper arrived.
St. Pete Launches $42M Affordable Rental Housing Program
The city of St. Pete is seeking developers for a new affordable rental housing program offering $42M in federal hurricane recovery funds.
FL Father Arrested For DUI, Found Passed Out In Truck With Child, 2 Guns: Sheriff
A Wimauma father was arrested for DUI after being found passed out in a truck at a gas station with his child in the backseat, HCSO said.
$200K Raised To Lift Pinellas Park Restaurant Manager Out Of Homelessness
A Tampa influencer raised $200K to rent a home for the 85-year-old woman who runs Café Bích Nga and frequently sleeps at the restaurant.
Hillsborough Teacher Removed After Video Simulating Lynching: Reports
A Hillsborough County art teacher is facing backlash after a video of a simulated lynching involving a Black doll, reports said.
Bradenton Gas Station One Of 7 Selling Bad Fuel In SWFL: Officials
Here’s what to do if you gassed up at a Bradenton gas station recently impacted by fuel quality issues, FL officials said.
Wrong-Way DUI Crash On I-75 Leaves 1 Dead, 3 Seriously Hurt: FL Troopers
A Sarasota man was charged with DUI manslaughter in connection with a 4-vehicle crash on I-75 that left a Bradenton woman dead, FHP said.
Sarasota Police Seek Tips After 23rd Street Shooting, Attempted Robbery
Police said a suspect hiding near a Sarasota home fired multiple shots at a vehicle as a man pulled out of his driveway.
FL Attorney Launches $100K Contest To Name New Political Party
John Morgan, the FL attorney who founded Morgan & Morgan, has launched a contest with a $100,000 prize to name a new U.S. political party.
A Tampa City Council member running for the FL House of Representatives has officially resigned from his council seat.
Here's Where St. Petersburg, Tampa Park Systems Rank Nationally: Report
The 2026 ParkScore Index from the Trust for Public Land compared local park systems in Tampa and St. Pete to other U.S. cities.
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