Murder-suicide + sword-wielding man + library patron stabbed: FL News

FLORIDA – This weekend we present a weekly recap with the top stories and headlines from across Florida. Here’s a roundup of some of the biggest and weirdest stories across the state. You can also find your local Patch and keep up with these stories by clicking here.

Temperatures near freezing on the way to Florida: Latest forecast

Parts of Florida could see near-freezing temperatures after a polar cold front moves into the state early next week, forecasters said.

Boy, 16, shot another teen and ran from scene: Tampa police

A 16-year-old boy was arrested Tuesday afternoon and charged with attempted murder after he shot and killed another teenager, Tampa police said.

Man thrown overboard dies after being struck by boat’s propellers

A fisherman reportedly died in a boating accident off the north coast of Pinellas County Wednesday morning.

Police sniper kills man who fired 200 shots in FL Community: Sheriff

The Thanksgiving Day police shooting claimed the life of a Florida man accused of firing about 200 shots into police vehicles and homes.

Tampa dentist threatens election official, public figures: DOJ

A Tampa dentist faces a maximum of 20 years in prison on charges of using social media and other means to threaten public figures.

2 dead in apparent murder-suicide in Lutz: report

Hillsborough County officials found two people dead in a home just before 10 a.m. Friday, the report said.

Biohazard letter accidentally sent after mail truck fire: USPS

After a postal vehicle caught fire in St. Pete, a letter about the involvement of biohazardous material was accidentally sent, USPS said.

FBI seeks Tampa victims in investment fraud case

Matthew “Matt” Jess Thrash was recently indicted in the Eastern District of Texas on wire fraud and money laundering charges.

Bradenton drug dealer who sold ‘Scooby Snacks’ sentenced: US Department of Justice

A Bradenton felon and drug dealer has been sentenced to prison on multiple charges, the U.S. Department of Justice said.

White Florida woman convicted of shooting black neighbor: reports

A white Florida woman has been found guilty of fatally shooting her Black neighbor in an ongoing dispute over the neighbor’s children, according to reports.

Accused sword swinger injured in shooting at Pasco Co. deputy

The man who authorities say caused fear in a Pasco County neighborhood on Thanksgiving was shot and killed by a local officer who was walking in his home.

St. Pete Library patron stabbed in chest: reports

A man has reportedly been charged with attempted murder after stabbing another man in the chest at the Mirror Lake Community Library in St. Pete.

Woman struck by propane tanker dies: FL Highway Patrol

The woman was crossing State Road 54 in Pasco County early Monday when the propane truck turned at a red light, Florida troopers said.

Former Rep. Matt Gaetz joins Cameo, hinting at FL gubernatorial run

After Matt Gaetz was forced to step down as attorney general amid sexual misconduct allegations, he joined Cameo and hinted at political plans for Florida.

Florida man who shot and killed his father-in-law convicted: prosecutor

The man asked his father-in-law if he was afraid of dying before fatally shooting him while driving in Manatee County, the prosecutor said.

FL golfer beaten to death with own clubs in “random act of violence.”

A naked man has reportedly been arrested for murder after hitting a Florida golfer with his own clubs and putting his head underwater.