Across Florida, FL|News|
Dolphin Found Impaled With 'Spear-Like Object' On FL Beach
Authorities said a necropsy revealed that the dolphin was still alive before it was pierced in the head. They now want to know who did it.
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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Atlanta, GA|News|
$40K Reward Offered After Deadly Robbery Of Atlanta Businessman
Police say Atlanta businessman, Desmond Key, 35, was gunned down outside a luxury apartment complex March 4. His killers remain at large.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Baltimore, MD|News|
Police Say Body On I-95 Is Parent Of Toddler Killed In Baltimore Fire
Maryland State Police investigators said they are trying to determine the motive between the two killings.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Orlando, FL|News|
FL 15-Week Abortion Ban Signed Into Law By Gov. DeSantis
Florida's new abortion law does not grant exemptions for rape, incest or human trafficking; the law goes into effect July 1.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Across Florida, FL|News|
Florida McDonald's Shuts Down After Rat Infestation Caught On Video
A video recently shared to social media shows rats running free in the kitchen of a Florida McDonald's.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Atlanta, GA|News|
Ludacris To Receive Honorary Degree From Georgia State University
Famous actor and rapper, Chris “Ludacris” Bridges, will receive an honorary Bachelor of Science in music management May 4.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Sandy Springs, GA|News|
Leadership Sandy Springs Looking For Volunteers For Upcoming Event
The Sandy Springs organization's community service event will take April 23, and organizers are looking for volunteers.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Miami, FL|News|
How Florida Residents Should Adjust Budgets Amid Record Inflation
Inflation hit a new, 40-year high in March, causing more uncertainty for Florida households already feeling the pinch of rising costs.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Across Maryland, MD|News|
Maryland Man Found Dead In Home With 100+ Snakes Died From Snake Bite
In an email to Patch, Maryland's Office of the Chief Medical Examiner confirmed that David Riston, 49, died of "snake envenomation."
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Baltimore, MD|News|
MD Legislative Session Ends With Gov. Hogan Signing 79 Bills Into Law
Gov. Hogan called Maryland's 2022 legislative session one of the "most successful" he's experienced in his eight years as governor.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Atlanta, GA|News|
How Georgia Residents Should Adjust Budgets Amid Record Inflation
Inflation hit a new, 40-year high in March, causing more uncertainty for Georgia households already feeling the pinch of rising costs.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Baltimore, MD|News|
Deaths Of 3 Baltimore Firefighters Ruled Homicide: Police
In January, three Baltimore firefighters died while battling a fire in a vacant row house that partially collapsed, trapping them inside.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Across Florida, FL|News|
FL Woman Wins $1M Lottery, Plans To Pay Off Mom's House
Tenesia Hollins, 41, of Pensacola purchased the winning ticket recently from a Winn-Dixie grocery store.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Across Florida, FL|News|
Florida Babysitter Put Toddler In Dryer, Spun Him Around: Deputies
Florida deputies said the toddler told them that Amber Chapman, 35, put him in a dryer, closed the door, and he "went round and round."
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Atlanta, GA|News|
No Tuition Hike At Most Georgia Universities Following Regents Vote
The Board of Regents of the University System of Georgia also voted to eliminate a mandatory special institutional fee charged since 2009.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Baltimore, MD|News|
Maryland State Fair Shifts Schedule To 3 Long Weekends: Organizers
The Maryland State Fair announced it will be open over three long weekends beginning Aug. 25, giving fans two more days to visit.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Baltimore, MD|News|
Amid Criminal Charges Mosby Seeks 3rd Term As Baltimore Prosecutor
Despite facing criminal charges and a trial in September, Baltimore prosecutor Marilyn Mosby officially launched her re-election campaign.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Atlanta, GA|News|
GA Law Allows Handguns To Be Carried Without License, Gov. Kemp Signs
Gov. Brian Kemp on Tuesday signed a law that allows Georgians to carry handguns without a license.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Across Florida, FL|News|
FL Man Steals $600K In Cryptocurrency From Homeowner: Police
Police said Aaron Motta was supposed to be installing security equipment for a homeowner when he stole $600K in cryptocurrency.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
Atlanta, GA|News|
Police 'Investigate' Rooster Standing In Road By Atlanta-Area KFC
The rooster was too quick for the officer and was last seen running into the KFC parking lot — not to be seen again, according to police.
Nikki Gaskins, Patch Staff
