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3 Things Going On In Florida Today: Pit Bull Kills Elderly...
FOUNTAIN, Fla. (AP) — A 76-year-old woman was killed by a pit bull after agreeing to watch her daughter and son-in-law’s dogs while they were out of town.
Florida Zoo’s Penguin Population Increases By 5
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) — A Florida zoo has announced the additions of two chicks and three adults to its Magellanic penguin group.
Player Collapses, Dies During Football Practice In Florida
DELAND, Fla. (AP) — A sophomore from Georgia collapsed and died during football practice at a Florida university
Tornado Causes Damage In Florida But No Injuries
BRADENTON, Fla. (AP) — A tornado damaged buildings and cars and toppled trees in Florida but no one was hurt.
Shark Bites Child Off Florida Beach
STUART, Fla. (AP) — A young child is being treated after being bitten by a shark in Florida.
The Palm Beach Post reports that the child was...
Florida Police Fatally Shoot Woman Threatening Suicide
SUNRISE, Fla. (AP) — Authorities say a Florida police SWAT team shot and killed an armed woman who had been threatening suicide.
Florida Panther Killed By Vehicle; 22nd Death This Year
LABELLE, Fla. (AP) — An endangered Florida panther was struck and killed by a vehicle.
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission says the female...
Paralyzed After Pool Accident, Student Heads Back To College
NICEVILLE, Fla. (AP) — Jack Massey is ready to go back to school. Only this time, the University of Florida senior will head back to campus with his mom and a new outlook on life.
Police: Armed, Drunken Man Fatally Shot By Florida Officer
JACKSONVILLE, Fla. (AP) — A man who witnesses said was intoxicated and in possession of a gun was fatally shot by an officer in Florida on Friday, police said.
Boy Drowns In Florida Backyard Pool
WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) — Officials say a 3-year-old boy drowned in a backyard pool while his father slept inside their Florida home.