Miami, FL|News|
FL Child Killed After Woman Unintentionally Fires Gun: Police
Police said a woman was handling a gun inside her Florida home when it discharged and fatally struck a male child.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
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A South Carolina native, Nikki is a journalist who covers the Southeast for Patch.com. A news junkie with a journalism degree from the University of South Carolina, she strives to provide readers with as much relevant, local content as possible. Have a news tip? Send them to nikki.gaskins@patch.com.
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Miami, FL|News|
Postal Carriers Beware: Florida Among Top 10 States For Dog Bites
The U.S. Postal Service reported that 201 mail carriers were bitten in Florida in 2021, while Miami ranked 22nd for metropolitan areas.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Across Florida, FL|News|
FL Teen Electrocuted After Stepping On Downed Power Lines After Crash
A 17-year-old teen boy died after leaving his car and stepping on downed lines after striking a power pole, Florida Highway Patrol said.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Orlando, FL|News|
7th Member Of Haiti Delegation Vanishes From FL Special Olympics
Louis Jacques Wilguens, 25, was scheduled to fly back to Haiti early Sunday morning, according to the Osceola County Sheriff's Office.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Baltimore, MD|News|
Woman Assaulted Near Baltimore Harbor Tunnel In Road Rage Incident
Police are looking for a man who they say pushed a woman to the ground, smashed her car window and tried to take her cell phone.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Baltimore, MD|News|
Full Strawberry Moon Is A Supermoon: When To Watch In Maryland
The June full moon is known as the full strawberry moon because this is the time of year that strawberries ripen.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Bowie, MD|News|
3 People Shot At Iverson Mall In Prince George's County: Police
One of the victims shot at Iverson Mall is in critical condition, according to the Prince George's County Police Department.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Falls Church, VA|News|
Full Strawberry Moon Is A Supermoon: When To Watch In Virginia
The June full moon is known as the full strawberry moon because this is the time of year that strawberries ripen.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
St. Pete, FL|News|
Full Strawberry Moon Is A Supermoon: When To Watch In Florida
The June full moon is known as the full strawberry moon because this is the time of year that strawberries ripen.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Baltimore, MD|News|
Average Maryland Gas Prices Creep Near $5 Per Gallon: AAA
Maryland is among the top 10 states in the country to experience the largest surge in gas price averages over the last week, AAA reports.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
FWC Officer, Tampa Driver Killed In Wrong-Way Crash
Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission Officer Kyle Patterson, 35, has been identified as one of the victims in Thursday's crash.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Baltimore, MD|News|
Gov. Hogan Reacts To Baltimore City Schools Grade Changing Scandal
Gov. Hogan is calling for a criminal investigation after a report revealed that Baltimore City Public Schools changed thousands of grades.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Baltimore, MD|News|
'Offensive' Coins With Maryland State Police Logo Linked To Ex-Trooper
Maryland State Police said a former trooper who left the agency in 2012 is responsible for the design and manufacture of the coins.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Across Florida, FL|News|
'Baby Holly' Found Alive 40+ Years After Her FL Parents Were Killed
The bodies of the Florida couple were found in a wooded area in Houston, TX in 1981. Their infant daughter had been taken, authorities said.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Manassas, VA|News|
‘Shrinkflation’ Hits Virginia Goods Amid Record Prices
You may have already noticed the effects of "shrinkflation" on grocery stores in Virginia.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Tampa, FL|News|
‘Shrinkflation’ Hits Florida Goods Amid Record Prices
You may have already noticed the effects of "shrinkflation" on grocery stores in the Sunshine State.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Miami, FL|News|
Kroger Delivery Now Available In South Florida
Kroger, one of the biggest grocery store chains in the U.S., has arrived in south Florida with the opening of a new spoke location in Miami.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Across Florida, FL|News|
Movie Star Chimp 'Tonka' Thought To Be Dead Alive In Florida
In a bizarre twist, Tonka's owner faked his death to avoid giving him up, according to PETA. He's now at a chimp sanctuary in Florida.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Baltimore, MD|News|
‘Shrinkflation’ Hits Maryland Goods Amid Record Prices
You may have already noticed the effects of "shrinkflation" on grocery stores in Maryland.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Fort Myers, FL|News|
FL Toddler In Dirty Diaper Walks Pit Bull Alone, Mom Arrested: Police
Mary Jane Wright, 37, of Cape Coral has been charged with child neglect without great bodily harm.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
