Dismembered Body | Gunman Robs Kids | Petito Netflix Series: FL News

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Man’s Dismembered Body Found In Tampa Yard, 2 Arrested: Sheriff

The investigation, which launched as a missing person case in January, also uncovered ongoing financial fraud, Hillsborough sheriff said.

Body Found Floating In Waters Of Old Tampa Bay: Reports

A 38-year-old man’s body was found floating among the mangroves near a Clearwater apartment complex on Saturday, reports said.

Man Robbed Two Children At Gunpoint: North Port Police

A Bradenton man traveled to North Port to rob two children he met online at gunpoint, police said.

Man Wanted For Murder In TX Found Walking Along I-75: FL Troopers

A man wanted on murder, child porn charges in TX was arrested while walking along Alligator Alley in south FL, state troopers said.

Boy Threatened Shooting At High School: St. Pete Police

A 17-year-old boy made a social media post threatening a shooting at Northeast High School, St. Pete police said.

Woman Who Set Fire To RV Charged With Attempted Murder: Pasco Sheriff

The woman was found holding a cigarette lighter in each hand and admitted to setting the RV on fire, the Pasco Sheriff’s Office said.

Deputy Hit Man Who Was Crossing Memorial Highway: FL Highway Patrol

The victim was seriously injured after being hit by a Hillsborough County deputy while crossing Memorial Highway, FL Highway Patrol said.

3 Rescued After Boat Capsized In SWFL: Watch

A family member called the U.S. Coast Guard Sunday at 1 a.m. to say they hadn’t heard from the capsized boaters in hours.

Accused DUI Driver Charged In Fatal St. Pete Hit-And-Run: Reports

A 29-year-old woman was charged with DUI manslaughter in a Friday night hit-and-run crash in St. Pete that left a man dead, reports said.

‘Island Boys’ Rapper, Gang Member Faces Gun, Drug Charges: FL Sheriff

Franky Venegas, an “Island Boys” rapper and known gang member, was arrested on gun and drug charges in the Naples area, authorities said.

Grand Prix IndyCar Racing Takes Over Downtown St. Pete

The Firestone Grand Prix of St. Petersburg transforms the downtown waterfront into a 1.8-mile race course this weekend.

Student With Paintball Gun Puts 2 Schools On Alert: Pasco Sheriff

After a teen with a paintball gun was spotted at a high school, two Lutz-area schools were locked down Thursday, the Pasco sheriff said.

Sea Turtle Rehab Center Reaches Capacity For First Time: FL Aquarium

The Florida Aquarium’s Sea Turtle Rehabilitation Center is at full capacity for the first time with 56 turtles under critical care.

$2M Winning Jackpot Triple Play Ticket Sold In South FL: FL Lottery

A Jackpot Triple Play ticket sold in Boynton Beach matched all six numbers drawn Tuesday to win $2M, Florida Lottery said.

FL DOGE Task Force To Cut Waste, Government Spending: DeSantis

Gov. Ron DeSantis is launching a FL DOGE Task Force, a version of Elon Musk’s federal agency, to audit universities and state spending.

Man Shot In Road-Rage Incident On U.S. 301: Palmetto Police

Investigators are working to identify the shooter in an early Monday road-rage incident on U.S. 301, Palmetto police said.

Speeding Driver Dies In Crash After Deputy Chase: FL Highway Patrol

A driver who led Pasco County deputies on a chase died Wednesday night after crashing in Hernando County, FL Highway Patrol said.

Brian Laundrie’s Sister Speaks Out About Gabby Petito Netflix Series

Cassie Laundrie, Brian Laundrie's older sister, spoke out about the new Netflix docuseries about Gabby Petito's death, reports said.

Driver Hits Bicyclist While Fleeing From Another Crash: FL Troopers

The driver left the scene of a crash in Sarasota County before hitting a man on an electric bicycle and a van in Manatee County, FHP said.

Dead Manatee Found Decaying Along Manatee River: Bradenton Police

Ahead of the Bradenton Area River Regatta, a dead, decaying manatee was removed from the shore of the Manatee River on Friday, police said.

Tampa Girl Scout Supports Students With Dyslexia Through Nonprofit

A 17-year-old Tampa girl gives out toolkits for children with dyslexia and teaches families about early signs of the learning disability.

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• St. Pete Cat Coworking Space To Celebrate Grand Opening
• Gun Charge Lands Bradenton Felon In Prison: U.S. DOJ
• U.S. 41 Should Be Renamed The Gulf Of America Trail, FL Senator Says