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Teacher's Relationship With Student | Officer Dragged By Car | $10M Lottery Winner | Pro Soccer Player Retiring | GOP Candidate Sentenced
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.
Man Dies After His 1931 Ford’s Tire Blows Out On I-75: FL Troopers
A Haines City man died after a tire on his 1931 Ford Custom blew out on I-75 and he was thrown from the vehicle, FL Highway Patrol said.
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Man Attacked Ex-Girlfriend In Apartment Parking Lot: St. Pete Police
A man who drove from his home in Pasco County to attack his ex-girlfriend outside her St. Petersburg apartment was arrested, police said.
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Stabbing Suspect Charged With Attempted Murder: Hillsborough Sheriff
A 22-year-old man was arrested for stabbing another person during an altercation earlier this month, the Hillsborough County sheriff said.
Teen, 16, Robbed Taxi Driver At Gunpoint: Bradenton Police
A 16-year-old faces multiple charges after robbing a taxi driver at gunpoint after getting a ride from him, Bradenton police said.
Tampa Fundraiser Held In Dog’s Honor Raises $40K For Animal Rescue
The Mercy Full Project in Tampa has rescued and adopted out more than 2,800 animals since it was founded in 2019.
Hospital Worker Sexually Battered Patient: Pasco Sheriff
A Pasco County hospital worker faces multiple charges after being accused of forcing himself on a patient, the sheriff’s office said.
A GA shark researcher featured on National Geographic’s “SharkFest” is headed to prison for stealing $450K from a nonprofit, police said.
Former GOP Candidate Gets Prison Time For Threatening Opponent: DOJ
A Republican U.S. House candidate from St. Pete was sentenced to federal prison for threatening to kill his opponent, the U.S. DOJ said.
Officer Dragged By Car Fleeing Bradenton Traffic Stop: Watch
An officer was injured after being dragged 150 feet by a suspect fleeing a Tuesday night traffic stop, Bradenton police said.
Sarasota Postal Worker Sentenced For Stealing Checks: FL Officials
A former U.S. Postal Service worker has been sentenced after stealing checks while on the job, State Attorney Ed Brodsky’s office said.
Tampa-Area Teacher Had Sexual Relationship With Student: Sheriff
A Riverview High School teacher is accused of having a sexual relationship with a male student, the Hillsborough County sheriff said.
Arrest Made Weeks After Fatal DUI Crash In Sarasota: FL Troopers
A Bradenton driver was charged with DUI in an April crash that left one of his passengers dead, FL Highway Patrol said.
St. Pete Man Faces Child Porn Charges: Pinellas County Sheriff
A St. Pete man accessed and shared child porn images of children ranging from 3 to 8 years old online, the Pinellas County sheriff said.
Driver Dies After Car Catches Fire In I-75 Crash: FL Troopers
A New Port Richey man died Sunday night after losing control of his car on Interstate 75, FL Highway Patrol said.
I-4 Shooting Suspects Sought: FL Highway Patrol
On May 11, suspects in a dark-colored car shot at two SUVs near I-4 in Tampa, chasing those in one of the SUVs by foot, FL troopers said.
New Forecast Predicts Up To 5 Major Hurricanes For 2025 Season
With to 5 major hurricanes of Category 3 or higher are expected during an above-normal hurricane season, NOAA officials address job cuts.
A Hialeah man won $10 million, the top prize, playing the “Gold Rush Legacy” scratch-off game, Florida Lottery officials said.
Pro Soccer Player Retiring From Tampa Bay Sun Reflects On Career
Erika Tymrak, who attended IMG in Bradenton, is ending her 13-year professional soccer career with her hometown team, the Tampa Bay Sun.
Man Dies After Being Hit By 2 Cars While Crossing Road: FL Troopers
A Valrico man died Wednesday night after being hit by two cars while crossing State Road 60, FL Highway Patrol said.
Daily Nonstop Flight Between Sarasota, Miami Launching This Year
American Airlines is launching daily nonstop flights between Sarasota Bradenton International Airport and Miami this fall.
‘Trump You Need Me’: Man Charged In Bomb Hoax At FBI Tampa Office
A man accused of planting a fake bomb outside the FBI’s Tampa office made a video from nearby while law enforcement was at the scene.
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