WFLA Articles: December 22, 2020

New COVID-19 relief includes billions for vaccine distribution Pelosi responds to Trump: Let’s push for $2K this week Pandemic reaches 7th continent as dozens test positive in Antarctica After permit approved for Whites-only church, Minnesota town insists it isn’t racist Man who aided sick flight passenger showing coronavirus symptoms COVID vaccines arrive for first responders in some Tampa Bay counties, others still waiting Trump pardons 15, including Russia probe figure George Papadopoulos and former Republican lawmakers $900 billion COVID relief package includes help for the unemployed, small businesses in Tampa Bay President Trump asks Congress to amend COVID-19 relief bill, calls for larger stimulus checks Reed: If Trump vetoes defense bill, it will be a slap in the face to our troops COVID-19 relief bill passes, but not all lawmakers are in favor Biden Inaugural Chair says to stay home for his swearing-in as Trump supporters hold virtual ‘second inauguration’ MAX DEFENDER 8 FORECAST: Big Christmas cool down coming White House: New coronavirus strain could come to US Gasparilla Bowl canceled after South Carolina pulls out due to COVID-19 concerns Stimulus bill ‘a compromise,’ should have smooth roll out ‘Start with gratitude’: Mental health expert’s advice for a pandemic Christmas Sheriff: Missouri girl’s killers sought to remove ‘demon’ Florida lawmakers prepare to address pandemic legislation Santa brings a winter’s chill across Florida on Christmas Blizzard Beach to reopen in March at Walt Disney World Best of Grady Judd: The Polk County sheriff’s most memorable quotes of 2020 Foster program aims to help give abandoned, surrendered pets in Manatee Co. loving home for holidays Coronavirus in Tampa Bay: How we’re doing ahead of holidays DOJ report details widespread ‘systemic’ sexual abuse at Florida’s largest women’s prison Sarasota deputies save toddler from near-drowning ‘Orange County Choppers’ moving operations to Pinellas County, much in the works Biden urges Americans to avoid big holiday gatherings A workout so simple you can wear a tie Breakthrough Medical Treatment for E.D. – No Pills, No Injections Multi-vehicle crash snarls traffic on I-4 in Hillsborough County Motivational speaker Jaime Kulaga with holiday coping tips and ways to give back WH virus coordinator Deborah Birx says she will retire The Windy City Nanny with advice for parents and kids this holiday Music Industry Uses New Technology to Stay Healthy and Progressive Helping family cope with cancer during pandemic How Online Credibility/Influence Make Your Business Healthier TMS – changing lives for people with depression US sues Walmart for alleged role in fueling opioid crisis Santa takes pre-Christmas break to scuba dive in Florida Keys Florida coronavirus: State reports 10,434 new cases, 369 new hospitalizations ‘Charlie Brown’ Christmas trees lift spirits, raise funds More than 400 families pick up food boxes during South Tampa food drive-thru FDA clears way for trial of Cleveland Clinic’s groundbreaking breast cancer vaccine Florida Gators, head coach sanctioned for NCAA recruiting violations Florida couple, Great Dane, flee plane on emergency slide before takeoff The New Review: Octopus plushies and sloth swag Walt Disney World reveals first look at Epcot’s new entrance fountain Gators’ Johnson finally released from hospital following scary collapse Daytime chat: Danny rode a camel, and Deanna ate alpaca Pandemic parenting advice from “Teen Mom 2” star Leah Messer Man accused of shooting, killing friend at St. Pete home Breakthrough Treatment for Erectile Dysfunction Winter Wellness Tips Gifts for Home Bartenders ‘Give Back Box:’ Easy way to get rid of excess holiday boxes, make a difference Sarasota native, pregnant wife die in murder-suicide near Fort Bragg, police say Tampa Bay has one of the lowest gender pay gaps nationally, study shows Owner finds dog stolen during 2012 home invasion after 8 years of searching Wendy’s employee shot due to dipping sauce debacle, workers say Biden picks Connecticut schools chief as education secretary to replace DeVos Fresh Bites in Tampa Bay Newsfeed Now: New strain of coronavirus, Country singer surprises fan with new SUV Tampa Bay counties release coronavirus holiday testing schedules Cauliflower Alfredo Bringing Children’s Books to Life Gov. DeSantis announces who is next in line for the COVID vaccine in Florida Fox, Newsmax shoot down their own aired claims on election Pinellas County judge adopts ‘the last dog’ of the golden retrievers rescued from China Florida Sen. Rick Scott votes against $900 billion COVID-19 relief package Black service members in Air Force more likely to be investigated, disciplined, report finds Second stimulus checks going out next week, Treasury Secretary says Water main break closes part of Memorial Highway Teacher, youth football coach among 13 charged in Polk child porn investigation, Sheriff Judd says House catches fire on 35th Avenue North in St. Pete Clearwater flavored syrup company Monin sees success serving community during pandemic 2020 is deadliest year in US history Trump, House lawmakers plot futile effort to block Biden win Lean Cuisine product recalled over possible bits of plastic found in food K.T. Oslin, country singer of ‘80’s Ladies,’ dies at 78 ‘Falling iguanas possible’ in Florida due to cold temperatures, NWS says Man suffers injuries in Tampa shooting MAX DEFENDER 8 FORECAST: Typical December weather until Christmas Eve