Arson, Katy Perry On Tour, Fatal Fall

Patch operates 24 daily news sites in the Tampa Bay area and surrounding counties. The following are some of the top stories from the past day:

Man, 34, Shot, Killed In St. Pete Street

The St. Petersburg Police Department is investigating a Monday night shooting that claimed the life of a 34-year-old man.

Tampa Mosque Arson: Video Released

The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office on Monday released surveillance video shot during an April arson fire at a mosque in the New Tampa area. Authorities are asking anyone who recognizes the man in the video to contact them right away.

Accused Sarasota Burglar Caught Sleeping

Devon Evans stands accused of burglarizing a Sarasota home last month while the people inside slept. So it might seem fitting that Sarasota Police officers say Evans was brought into custody after a tipster told detectives they could find him sleeping in a van.

Florida On Fire: Blaze Locations, Help Has Arrived

State and local firefighters battling the more than 120 active wildfires burning across Florida on Monday had a few extra pairs of hands to assist. Sixteen extra, to be exact, sent over the weekend courtesy of the South Carolina Forestry Commission.

Italian Inspiration Makes ‘Villa Ipanema’ Distinct

If you’ve always dreamed of owning an Italian villa, but would prefer it have views of Little Sarasota Bay a recently listed property in the Siesta Key area might just make your jaw drop.

Man Dies After Fall Near Tampa Convention Center

A 53-year-old man pulled from water near the Tampa Convention Center Monday has died, according to the Tampa Police Department.

Katy Perry Announces Tampa Tour Stop

Katy Perry fans who want to hear the singer live will get their chance soon. Perry has announced that her upcoming Witness tour is making a Tampa stop on Dec. 15. Fans who buy tickets will also receive a pre-order of “Witness," the album, which is set to release on June 9.

Quail Hollow Shooting: Person Of Interest Sought

As the Pasco County Sheriff’s Office continues to investigate a Sunday night shooting at Quail Hollow Golf and Country Club that left a person injured, deputies have announced a person of interest in the case.

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