Deadly Sinkhole Reopens | World's Biggest Python | $1.4M Scam: FL News

FLORIDA — On the weekend, we present a week in review of the top stories and headlines from all 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.

FL Men Break World Record For Longest Burmese Python Ever Caught

Two South Florida python hunters known as the Glades Boys have broken the world record for the longest Burmese python ever captured on record.

Catastrophic Sinkhole That Swallowed Man In Bed Reopens

A catastrophic sinkhole in Seffner that fatally swallowed a 36-year-old man as he was in bed asleep on Feb. 28, 2013, has reopened, according to Hillsborough County Fire Rescue officials.

Portion Of Legendary Alessi Bakery Ravaged By Fire

Firefighters were able to save the legendary Alessi Bakery, known for its authentic Cuban bread, after it caught fire Monday night.

Spooked Horse Rescued From Swimming Pool By Firefighters

Firefighters were called to Frontier Drive near Zephyrhills to rescue a horse who was spooked by another horse and jumped into a swimming pool and was unable to get out.

Road-Rage Shooting Suspect Sought: Watch

Detectives are seeking public assistance in identifying a man who shot a woman during a road rage incident the night of July 5, according to a police news release.

County Scammed Of $1.4M By Two Georgia Men: Sheriff

Two Georgia men face charges after scamming a Florida county of nearly $1.4 million, authorities said. The process of recovering that money is ongoing.

Animals Killed In 'Tragic Fire' At Madeira Beach Wildlife Center

A “tragic fire” tore through the Alligator & Wildlife Discovery Center at John’s Pass Village and Boardwalk overnight Wednesday, killing most of the animals housed there, the educational center and animal rescue wrote in a Facebook post.

Passengers Injured On Flight To FL Airport: Report

Four people were injured because of turbulence on a Wednesday afternoon flight from Asheville, North Carolina, to St. Pete-Clearwater International Airport, according to multiple reports.

Restaurant Owner Pleads Guilty To Tax Charges: U.S. DOJ

A Sarasota restaurant owner pleaded guilty to three counts of failing to provide information to the IRS, according to a U.S. Department of Justice news release. Authorities say more than $100,000 owed to the government was not paid.

Rescue of 4-Year-Old From Pond Seen On Deputies' Video

Body-worn camera footage from two deputies has documented the harrowing moments when they pulled a 4-year-old boy with autism from a pond.

More top Florida news stories:

• Nostalgic Bucs 'Creamsicle' Uniform Unveiled In Throwback Video
• ESPN’s Dick Vitale Diagnosed With Vocal Cord Cancer
• 'Reckless, Stupid Driving' Led To Death Of 19-Year-Old: Sheriff
• Property Owners Should Beware Of Fake Lien Notices
• Stranded Manatee Rescued: Watch
• Man Wanted for 1984 Murder Apprehended After 39 Years
• Algal Bloom Affects Water Taste, Odor
• Intrusive, Messy Fowl Runs Afoul Of Some Residents
• Florida Has Highest Inflation Rate In Country
• Cocaine Dealer Headed To Federal Prison
• FL Deputy Who Sent Explicit Photo To Teen Convicted: State Attorney
• House Fire Kills 1 Person
• Woman Charged In Fatal Shooting: Sheriff
• Helicopter Pilot Helps Catch Accused Armed Kidnapper: Video
• Property Owners Should Beware Of Fake Lien Notices
• Celebration Of Life Planned For Teacher Hit, Killed By Car

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