Mother, Toddler Killed By Lightning | Man Arrested In Teen’s Stabbing | Hurricane Season Latest: FL Weekend

We've rounded up the Patch stories you may have missed in Florida over the weekend to prepare you for the week ahead.

FL Mother, 2-Year-Old Daughter Killed In Lightning Strike: Reports

A 31-year-old mother and her 2-year-old daughter were killed in a South Florida lightning strike, reports said.

Forecasters Continue To Lower Hurricane Season Predictions As Peak Season Nears

With a strong El Niño climate pattern developing, forecasters continue to lower their predictions for the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season.

Man Who Stabbed 15-Year-Old Charged With Attempted Murder: Manatee Sheriff

After several days at large, the man who stabbed a 15-year-old boy multiple times at a Bradenton home was arrested, Manatee sheriff said.

Man Dies After Struggle With St. Petersburg Police During Welfare Check: PCSO

The death of a man tased by St. Pete police officers is under investigation, the Pinellas County Sheriff's Office said.

The Dog In The Window In FL Is Most Likely This Breed

Check out which breed is the most popular among Florida's dog owners, according to a new analysis from U.S. News & World Report.

2 Areas Eyed For Tropical Development In The Atlantic: What This Means For FL

Invest 95L has formed in the Atlantic, and another area off the African coast is being monitored for tropical development, forecasters said.