WFLA Articles: February 26, 2020

February 26
Pensacola rescue helps save puppy found with its ears cut off Largo man accused of killing mom, stepsister with machete-style weapon 1 dead, 1 injured following crash in Pasco County Motorcyclist killed in crash on Cortez Road in Bradenton, All WB lanes closed 12-year-old Florida boy beat dog with metal pipes, deputies say JetBlue suspends change and cancellation fees because of coronavirus ‘The Bachelor’ is now casting seniors for a new dating reality show Non-profit overseeing Chesapeake Bay to sue EPA, cracking down on water pollution CDC: Possible ‘community spread’ coronavirus case in Northern California Fort Myers hospital worker accused of sucking patient’s toes Lawmakers concerned ticket resale sites are hitting customers with hidden fees Body cam video captures arrest of woman accused of making bomb in Tampa Walmart Pediatric cancer patient from Tampa Bay dances with Diddy on Ellen St.Petersburg police body camera trial begins ‘Rogue’ CSX repairs to blame for traffic nightmare in South Tampa, city says Veteran groups push to make mental health a top priority Storm Team 8 Forecast: Much Cooler Air Moves In For Thursday Vipers QB Taylor Cornelius expected to start on Sunday Rockford’s Ritzenhein eyes fourth Olympics Girl Scouts schemed out of hundreds of dollars with counterfeit money in Bradenton Texas teen tries to cross border with $1.6 million worth of meth in Mustang Coronavirus concerns prompt Tampa Bay school districts to reach out to parents BBB warns of political robocall scams Members of House committee at odds over efficient climate policy Bipartisan bill pushing to speed up disaster recovery projects Sheriff Grady Judd reflects on late father’s impact on his life, career Florida clinic temporarily shuts doors to prevent possible coronavirus outbreak College athlete compensation passes final Senate committee Trump administration facing criticism for response to coronavirus crisis House passes bill to make lynching a federal crime Bill to protect student-athletes from heatstroke heads to Senate floor Police on scene of traffic crash with injuries in Plant City West Virginia senators seek more funding to finish Corridor H interstate connector Study: If you drive an expensive car you’re probably a jerk Tampa Bay Beer Week looking to advance beer culture with numerous events Dunkin’ Donuts adds Snackin’ Bacon to the menu Vipers QB Quinton Flowers missing from team due to ‘personal reasons’ LIST: 3 Tampa Bay beaches rank among top 5 in America Police: 6 dead, including gunman, after shooting at Milwaukee brewery complex The Art of Cosmetic Aesthetics: Getting Rid of Unsightly Veins House makes lynching a federal crime, 65 years after Till Tampa Bay football star remembers his roots at NFL Scouting Combine NTSB: Driver in fatal Tesla crash was playing video game Trump says US ‘very ready’ for coronavirus; Pence to lead response Spring Hill resident among ‘violent extremists’ arrested for targeting journalists, activists around US Hooters burger contaminated with metal sends woman to hospital, Tampa couple claims Horses visit McDonald’s drive-thru in Florida Dating Etiquette Jameis Winston dilemma: Diving deeper into decisions Bucs need to make National Condom Month Food Allergies and Intolerance The Great Love Debate Pet Health: Welcoming a New Pet Fermented Foods and Digestive Health CDC: Facial hair can interfere with protective masks Bill to put panic alarms in Florida schools back on fast track Chicago Fire and PD Crossover Haute Accessories Week Olive Garden giving 4 free desserts to people born on Feb. 29 to make up for lost birthdays Woman wanted for dine-and-dash incident left ID on table Former USF player hoping to impress at NFL Scouting Combine Lakeland man killed after running in front of patrol car, officials say Police: Man upset at nurses sets fire to hospital bed in Florida 3rd times the charm? Chipotle unveils new queso Florida still preparing to ‘spring ahead’ years after agreeing to make daylight saving time permanent The Great Love Debate United flight makes emergency landing in Daytona after passenger’s bag catches fire Music legend Selena will be honored with nearly 12-hour concert 25 years after her death New dating show looking to cast seniors Celtic Woman Performs Red Sox prospect quarantined in Florida hotel room amid coronavirus concerns The Director’s Cut: “Onward” Grandfather of toddler who died in cruise ship fall changes plea to guilty Daytime chat: Cyndi and Danny are confused about their weekend discussion ‘Applied Science & Performance Institute’ keeps hearts healthy with unique technology Health program offers free diapers for moms who quit smoking Brazil confirms first coronavirus case in Latin America Tampa man wins $1 million from $5 scratch-off ticket from 7-Eleven Globe braces for long battle against virus as cases spread Singer Duffy says rape, captivity, led to her public retreat Buttigieg sick, cancels several Florida events 5 teens charged with capital murder of 16-year-old girl in Mississippi Debate takeaways: Bernie bruised but not broken 7-year-old girl dies one minute into tonsillectomy surgery North Port police search for alleged Publix wallet snatcher Florida deputy shot ax-wielding intruder who broke into her home, sheriff says Florida school janitor arrested for filming students in girl’s bathroom, police say Tampa Palms Elementary Pledge of Allegiance Police: Armed robbery suspect in critical condition after chase in Tampa Suspect killed in deputy-involved shooting in Bradenton STORM TEAM 8 FORECAST: Scattered showers and storms, few strong possible Tampa woman who auditioned 6 times for ‘The Voice’ nails performance, advances to next round