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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.
Unlicensed Contractor Who Stole From Hurricane Ian Victims Sentenced
An unlicensed contractor in Sarasota County was sentenced to time in FL prison for stealing from Hurricane Ian victims, state attorney said.
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4 People Survive Small Plane Crash In South FL
Neighbors pulled four people, including two teens, from a small plane engulfed in flames after it crashed in South Florida, reports said.
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FL Man Who Killed Ex-Wife Faces Death Penalty In Slayings Of Former In-Laws
The Florida man was accused of texting her family, pretending to be his slain wife, and killing her parents when they became suspicious.
FL Congressman Sued Over $85K Debt To DC Landlord: Reports
U.S. Rep. Cory Mills could be evicted from his Washington, D.C. apartment after a landlord claims he owes $85,009 in back-rent.
Teen Fights Off 10-Foot Gator At FL Creek: Reports
A 15-year-old girl survived an attack by a 10-foot alligator after being bitten on her leg in a creek near Pensacola, she told reporters.
Man Charged With Attempted Murder In Road-Rage Shooting: Pinellas County Sheriff
A Clearwater man was charged with attempted murder in a road-rage shooting, the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office said.
The Florida man thought he saw the person who killed his brother and opened fire on the wrong person and two other people, reports say.
Tampa Bay-Area Airport Sets All-Time Travel Record In June With More Than 300K Passengers
The St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport set travel records in June with a busy summer for travelers expected, an airport report said.
2 Jackpot-Winning FL Lottery Tickets Sold At Same Publix 2 Months Apart
The same South Florida Publix sold two Fantasy 5 jackpot-winning tickets just two months apart, Florida Lottery said.
Woman Hanging From Zip Line Rescued In Pinellas County: Clearwater Fire & Rescue
A woman who got caught in a zip line over the water in Oldsmar on Saturday, first responders said.
3 Kids Shooting Flare Gun Off Bridge Hit Boat, Set It On Fire: Bradenton Police
Three children, ages 11 to 14, shot flare guns off a Bradenton bridge and hit a boat, setting it on fire, police said.
Tampa-Area Attorney Guilty Of Distributing Child Sexual Abuse Material
A Brandon attorney faces decades in federal prison after pleading guilty to possession of child sexual abuse material, the U.S. DOJ said.
‘Flesh-Eating’ Bacteria Kills 4 In FL, 11 Cases Reported This Year: FL Health Officials
Vibrio vulnificus, commonly called "flesh-eating" bacteria, is found in warm, brackish seawater. FL leads the U.S. in the number of cases.
Girl, 5, Hospitalized After Eating THC Gummies, Caretaker Arrested: St. Pete Police
A woman caring for a 5-year-old girl was arrested after the child was hospitalized Sunday for eating THC gummies, St. Pete police said.
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