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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.

Second Pride Street Mural Vandal Arrested: Police

The suspect intentionally left behind tire marks on the progressive Pride street mural in the Grand Central District, St. Pete police said.

Dog Rescued From Hot, Locked Car: Police

An officer smashed a window to help the dog who was locked in a hot car in 90-degree weather, Bradenton police said.

$600 In Beef Stolen From FL Publix, Suspect Sought: Report

Per a media report, a man accused of stealing nearly $600 in meat from a Publix grocery store is being sought in Florida.

Tampa Man Charged In Sex Trafficking Of Girl: U.S. DOJ

A Tampa man faces charges after coordinating the commercial sex acts for an underage victim, the U.S. Department of Justice said.

210 Dengue Cases Reported In Florida, More Than Any Other State: CDC

The CDC said countries in the Americas have reported more than 9.7 million dengue cases so far this year. See Florida cases.

Man Fired Gun Outside St. Pete Bar: Police

A man faces charges after firing a gun into the air outside a crowded St. Petersburg bar Sunday night, police said.

Woman Incited Riot At Brandon Astro Skate: Hillsborough Sheriff

About 500 people showed up at Astro Skate in Brandon for a canceled party after the suspect incited a riot there, Hillsborough sheriff said.

3 Injured In Pick-Up Truck Crash: FL Highway Patrol

Two pick-up trucks crashed into each other Sunday afternoon on Fruitville Road, the Florida Highway Patrol said.

First Armored Vehicle Dealership In U.S. Opens In Florida

The bulletproof high-end vehicles from Miami Armored can withstand assault fire from 7.62mm rounds, explosions from up to two hand grenades.

Teacher Impregnated Student At FL Christian School: Sheriff

A former music teacher at a Christian school in Valrico faces charges related to a relationship he had with an underage student, HCSO said.

Deputy Hit, Killed Bicyclist In Osprey: FL Highway Patrol

A 22-year-old woman rode her bike across U.S. 41 into the path of a marked Sarasota County Sheriff’s Office SUV Tuesday night, FHP said.

Sharks Attack Teen, Man At FL Beaches: Reports

Both a 14-year-old boy and a 26-year-old man survived non-fatal injuries after being attacked by sharks on separate occasions.

Teen Stole Vehicle In Temple Terrace On July 4th: Hillsborough Sheriff

Watch a K-9 deputy find a teenager who stole a vehicle in Temple Terrace, the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office said.

Deputy Rammed By Suspect Released From Hospital: Hillsborough Sheriff

The deputy was hospitalized with a fractured leg after being hit by a fleeing suspect in Tampa, Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office said.

Big Lots Closing Dozens Of Stores; FL Could Lose Locations

Discount retailer Big Lots is shuttering many stores and is indicating it might go out of business. Here's what to know in Florida.

Woman Had Sexual Relationship With Teenage Boy: Sheriff

Investigators found text messages, nude photos and videos of a Dunedin woman and a 15-year-old boy on his cell phone, Pinellas sheriff said.

Tampa Rays' Wander Franco Charged With Sexual Abuse Of Teen: Reports

The teen's mom was indicted and accused of consenting to an alleged relationship between Wander Franco and the teen for money, reports say.

Man Threatened Clerk At Tampa Motel With Gun, Stole Money: Watch

Investigators are looking for the suspect in an armed robbery at a Tampa Econo Lodge earlier this month, police said.

1 Hospitalized In Shooting Outside Bar: Manatee County Sheriff

During an argument over a vehicle crash outside a Bradenton bar, one driver shot another Wednesday night, the Manatee County sheriff said.

Stolen AC On Facebook Marketplace Leads To Tampa Man's Arrest: HCSO

Air conditioning units and water heaters stolen from residential construction sites were found in the suspect’s Tampa garage, HCSO said.

FL Man Who Stole More Than $141K From Elderly Woman Found In GA: FDLE

A Florida man stole more than $141,000 from an elderly woman in Longboat Key over three years, the Florida Dept. of Law Enforcement said.

FL Woman Made Death Threats Against Gov. DeSantis: Sheriff

A FL woman sent a message to Gov. Ron DeSantis through his website and threatened his life, the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office said.

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