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2 Found Dead In Murder-Suicide Behind Sarasota Store Identified: Sarasota County Sheriff

Two people found dead in an apparent murder-suicide behind an Ollie's Bargain Outlet identified, Sarasota County Sheriff's Office said.

2 Charged After Interfering With Immigration Investigation In Tampa: U.S. DOJ

Two people were arrested for interfering with a FL immigration investigation in Tampa and shoving a Homeland Security officer, U.S. DOJ said.

FL Property With Liveable Lighthouse, Boat-Shaped House To Appear On HGTV

A Sarasota property with both a liveable boat-shaped house and a lighthouse is on the market — and it's appearing on HGTV.

6 FL JCPenney Stores Sold In Nearly $1B Deal

It's unclear if those FL stores will stay open once the deal is finalized.

Man Dies After St. Pete Shooting: Reports

A 39-year-old man died after being shot multiple times in St. Petersburg, multiple reports said.

Barricaded Armed Suspect In Custody: Hillsborough Sheriff

A barricaded armed suspect is in custody in the Tampa area, the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office said.

Woman Found Unresponsive On Beach In Longboat Key, Possible Drowning Investigated: Reports

An elderly woman's death on a Longboat Key beach is being investigated as a possible drowning, reports said.

Officer Shot Outside Police Station, Suspect Dead

An officer is recovering after being shot outside a police station near Busch Gardens, the Tampa Police Department said.

Injured Baby Dolphin Rescued In South FL

A baby dolphin was rescued after being hit by a vessel in South FL, Miami-Dade Fire Rescue said.

This Is The Best Hospital In FL, U.S. News Says In New Ranking

The top FL in hospital is also among the 20 best in the country, according to a new ranking from U.S. News.

Man Drowned In Pool At Apartment Complex During Party: Police

A man whose friends said wasn't a strong swimmer drowned during a pool party at a Bradenton apartment complex, police said.

2 Seriously Injured When Van Towing Trailer Overturns On I-75: FL Highway Patrol

A man and a woman from Bradenton were seriously injured when their van overturned on I-75 in the Sarasota area, FL Highway Patrol said.

Record-Breaking Execution Set For Convicted FL Killer: Reports

A man convicted of killing his wife and children is set to be executed, making him the ninth person to be put to death this year in FL.

TX Man Who Drowns At Venice Beach Found Facedown Near Shore: Officials

The body of a Texas man who drowned at Venice Beach was found facedown near the shoreline, officials said.

2 Girls Dead, 2 Critically Injured After Barge Hits Youth Camp Sailboat In South FL: Reports

A youth camp sailboat carrying six people — 5 girls and a 19-year-old counselor — crashed into a barge in Miami Beach, reports said.

Jannus Owner Jeffrey Knight Charged With 8 Felony Counts In Clearwater Ferry Crash: Reports

Jeffrey Knight, 62, the owner of Jannus Live, was charged with 8 felony counts in April's hit-and-run crash with the Clearwater Ferry.

Man Who Fatally Shot Teen During Gun Sale Charged With Murder: Pinellas County Sheriff

A 19-year-old St. Petersburg man is accused of fatally shooting a 15-year-old Largo boy during a gun sale in Clearwater, PCSO said.

Son Accidentally Shoots, Kills Elderly Father: Manatee County Sheriff’s Office

A 35-year-old man was arrested in connection with the accidental fatal shooting of his elderly father in Bradenton, MCSO said.

'Smokey The Bear' Helps Arrest Man Who Stole Signs From FL Parks: Official

An employee dressed as the Smokey the Bear mascot helped arrest a man who stole signs from FL state forests, an official said.