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Man Who Saved Girl From Shark Detained By ICE | Possible Tropical Development | $3M Construction Fraud | Woman In Wheelchair Hit By Car
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.
Tropical Development Could Form Off FL Coast Over July 4 Weekend: NHC Forecasters
An area of low pressure off the FL coast could strengthen into a tropical or subtropical depression, bring heavy rains, forecasters said.
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Arrest Made In 7-County $3M Construction Fraud Scheme: FL State Attorney
A Sarasota man faces multiple felony charges related to a seven-county construction fraud scheme, the FL state attorney’s office said.
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Woman In Wheelchair Hit, Killed While Crossing Street: FL Highway Patrol
A New Port Richey woman in a wheelchair was hit and killed by a car on U.S. Highway 19 early Saturday morning, the FL Highway Patrol said.
Murder Charge Filed Weeks After Fatal Shooting, 2nd Person Arrested
Weeks after a fatal shooting in Seffner, a man was charged with premeditated murder and a woman was arrested, the Hillsborough sheriff said.
July 4 Fireworks Guide 2025: Where To See Them In FL
From the Panhandle to Tampa and Miami, Patch has a list of the best July 4th fireworks displays, festivals and other events across Florida.
Fatal Tampa-Area Shooting Under Investigation: Hillsborough County Sheriff
A man was fatally shot early Monday morning in Thonotosassa, the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office said.
No Flags Or Fireworks: What Nationwide July 4 Protests Mean For FL
The group that orchestrated the "No Kings" demonstrations is joining with other activist groups in mobilizing across the nation.
Families Sue Boat Owner In Fatal Clearwater Ferry Crash: Reports
A family of six is reportedly citing negligence in a ferry crash that killed a Palm Harbor man and injured 10 others in Clearwater.
12 New FL Laws Taking Effect On July 1
Several new laws are set to take effect Tuesday in Florida. Here are some of the more notable ones.
Dog Injured After Woman Drives Through Pinellas County Home: FL Highway Patrol
A St. Pete woman, 87, accidentally hit the gas pedal while trying to stop her car in a Largo church parking lot and hit a home, FHP said.
Man Who Saved Girl From FL Shark Attack Detained By ICE, Faces Deportation: Reports
A man who rescued a girl from a Boca Grande shark attack is being held by ICE for not having a driver’s license, reports said.
An arrest was made Wednesday in connection with a 2022 fatal liquor store shooting in Plant City.
SpaceX Plans to Build New Satellite Ground Facility In Myakka City: Reports
SpaceX is looking to expand in Florida with a new satellite communications facility in Manatee County.
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