Congressional Candidate Arrested | $800M Jackpot Winner | ‘Flesh-Eating Bacteria’ Death: FL News

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.

Man Arrested In Synagogue Vandalism Hate Crime Case: Sarasota Police

Police said a Sarasota man admitted throwing a brick at a synagogue window because it was a Jewish place of worship.

Historic Cuban Club Restoration Aims To Preserve Ybor Landmark For ‘Another 100 Years’

Ongoing renovations at Ybor City's Cuban Club, including watertightening and reconstructing historic features, are in their final stretch.

PSTA Unveils New 727 Service Linking Downtown St. Pete To Tampa Airport

PSTA's new 727 service will connect downtown St. Petersburg and Tampa International Airport seven days a week.

Roof Collapse Led To Evacuation Of 157 At Bradenton Assisted Living Facility

A partial roof collapse compromised key systems at a Bradenton assisted living facility, leading to the evacuation of 157 residents.

Nearly 100 New Cyclospora Cases Reported In FL In One Week, Data Shows

The number of FL cases connected to a multistate diarrhea parasite outbreak has increased by 62 percent in just one week.

Hillsborough Woman Charged After 2 Dogs Found Severely Malnourished, Deputies Say

Two dogs were removed for care after they were found extremely underweight at a Hillsborough County apartment, deputies said.

$800M Jackpot-Winning Mega Millions Ticket Sold In FL: See Where

The jackpot-winning ticket in Tuesday’s $800M Mega Millions drawing was sold in FL, lottery officials said.

UT Student, Friend Of 'Real Housewives' Star, Dies After Fall At Egmont Key

A 20-year-old University of Tampa student and friend of "Real Housewives” star died after fall at Egmont Key ruins, reports said.

FL Congressional Candidate Arrested During Welfare Check On Children

A candidate running for U.S. House in FL’s District 16 was arrested after deputies, DCF came to his home for a welfare check on his family.

First ‘Flesh-Eating Bacteria’ Death Of The Year Reported In FL, Data Shows

Florida has reported the first death of the year from vibrio vulnificus, the so-called “flesh-eating bacteria," in the state and the U.S.

St. Pete Beach Hotel Owner, Bar Owner Arrested For Dumping Toxic Mothballs On Beach

A St. Pete Beach hotel owner, a bar owner were arrested for dumping toxic mothballs on the beach to deter protected shorebirds, reports said.