Florida Carries Out First Double Execution in a Decade; St. Petersburg Secures Flood Funding
The news digest for July 28 in Tampa-St. Petersburg covers several key events. Florida is scheduled to execute two individuals in one day, making it the first state to do so in nearly a decade. A Florida Highway Patrol pursuit…
Tampa St. Petersburg, FL, July 28, 2026 —
Florida is set to execute two individuals on the same day, marking the first time the state has carried out such a procedure in nearly a decade.
In separate incidents, a pursuit by the Florida Highway Patrol in Pasco County resulted in a fatal crash that claimed the life of a 15-year-old passenger.
In St. Petersburg, two men have been charged with attempted murder in connection with a shooting that occurred during a robbery.
The city of St. Petersburg has announced the successful procurement of $2.2 million in federal funding. This funding is designated for two stormwater projects aimed at addressing the persistent issue of frequent flooding within the city.
Meanwhile, consumer advocates are raising concerns regarding the potential risks associated with solar financing agreements, urging caution among those considering such arrangements.
Story summarized from the original created by Kiley Vaughan on www.tampabay28.com, see more information here.
