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A flying tire slammed into the windshield of a car driven by a mother with her daughter as the passenger, Clearwater police said.
A flying tire slammed into the windshield of a car driven by a mother with her daughter as the passenger, Clearwater police said. (Courtesy of Clearwater Police Department)

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.

Driver Sped Nearly 150 MPH Over Bridge: Florida Highway Patrol

A Sarasota man driving between 140 and 150 mph over the Sunshine Skyway Bridge was arrested Wednesday, Florida Highway Patrol said.

Human Remains, Urn Found At Thrift Store: Sheriff

An urn and human remains were found at a Fort Myers thrift store Friday, the Lee County Sheriff’s Office said.

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Off-Duty FL Firefighter Charged With DUI: Sheriff

An off-duty Pinellas Park firefighter, pulled over while speeding, was charged with DUI on Gandy Boulevard, the sheriff’s office said.

‘Freak Accident’: Flying Tire Smashes Car Windshield

A flying tire slammed into the windshield of a car driven by a mother with her daughter as the passenger, Clearwater police said.

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DEI Funding Permanently Banned At FL State Colleges: Dept. Of Education

The State Board of Education permanently banned funding for diversity, equity and inclusion programs at all 28 Florida state colleges.

2 FL Cities Among Hottest Housing Markets In 2024: Report

Tampa and Orlando are predicted to be among the hottest housing markets in the U.S. in 2024, according to a new report.

FL GOP Bill Could Ban Pride Flags In Public Schools: Reports

Florida House Republicans advanced House Bill 901 on Wednesday, which could also ban Black Lives Matter flags in schools, per reports.

Jay Leno Visits FL Pizzeria Before Show

The comedian, in town for a show at Ruth Eckerd Hall, stopped by The Nona Slice House in Safety Harbor on Saturday before taking the stage.

FL Panther Spotted At Preserve: Watch

A Manatee County park ranger recently captured video footage of a Florida panther at the Duette Preserve.

Ex-FL Gator, Saints Linebacker Ronald Powell Dies At 32

Linebacker Ronald Powell was a father and son who was "cherished by so many," the NFL Players Association said.

Hulk Hogan, Friend Save Teen Girl After Car Flips

WWE Hall of Famer Hulk Hogan used a ballpoint pen to puncture a girl's airbags, helping her to safety after a Clearwater car crash.

Bill O’Reilly Slams DeSantis After 2 Of His Books Are Banned In FL

Former Fox News host Bill O’Reilly supported FL’s book bans until two of his own titles were recently removed from Escambia County schools.

Perfect SAT, PSAT Scores Earned By FL Teen: School District

A Largo High School junior earned perfect scores on both the SAT and PSAT tests, Pinellas County Schools said.

Boy Identified Who Died After Crawling Under FL School Bus: Reports

The boy had gotten off the bus at his apartment complex, then double backed and crawled under the bus to grab a dropped ball, a report said.

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