WFLA Articles: August 3, 2021

Should Tampa Bay cities require citizens to show proof of vaccination? ‘I want to be an inspiration to others’: Lee on making history in Tokyo 2 Florida school districts defy DeSantis, mandate masks for students Mask debate takes spotlight at Sarasota schools meeting ZooTampa treating manatee affected by red tide Biden chides DeSantis, Republican governors who resist vaccine rules ‘It was a dream come true’: Carey reflects on winning gold April Ross is beach volleyball’s last woman standing with past medals Simone Biles reveals aunt died during Tokyo Olympics COVID-19 pandemic linked to increased nearsightedness in kids Garth Brooks reassessing stadium tour because of COVID surge California neighbors get typhus after disposing of dead rats Olympic gold medalist says swim races ‘not clean’ Starbucks, other businesses to require masks in stores regardless of vaccination Clearwater in need of more school crossing guards Hillsborough County reopening COVID-19 testing sites, will other Tampa Bay counties follow? Gulfport restaurant says all employees are now vaccinated, will wear masks Sarasota teachers excited, nervous for back to school as COVID case count rises Fried calls on Gov. DeSantis to release more COVID information CDC issues new eviction ban for most of US through Oct. 3 Tampa woman says insurance company giving her runaround 4 months after SUV slams into her home Missouri governor pardons gun-waving St. Louis lawyer couple Florida may drop Ben & Jerry’s parent over Israel boycott Enchant Christmas returns to Tropicana Field this winter Experts urge Congress to focus on domestic terrorism fight Operational challenges force Spirit Airlines to cancel flights into, out of Tampa Crist: DeSantis is playing ‘Russian Roulette’ with pandemic following ban on school mask mandates Plastic podiums, recycled medals, cardboard beds part of Tokyo Games’ sustainability plan While all eyes are on Tokyo, nearby the largest US overseas naval base stands ready New York Republicans and Democrats call on Gov. Cuomo to resign after investigation ‘It feels like we are in a luxury hotel’: USF football unveils new locker room Disneyland launches ‘Magic Key’: What to know about the new annual pass replacement program Man located after being reported missing from Manatee County behavioral hospital New body camera video shows first response to Surfside condo collapse Severely ill COVID-19 patients regret not getting vaccine, Polk County doctor says Relive Simone Biles’ Olympic beam routine in primetime Biden gives update on pandemic response amid rising cases Bucs veteran Lavonte David misses practice again, Bruce Arians says ‘he don’t need to practice that much’ Behind the scenes of broadcasting the Tokyo Olympics during a pandemic Woman arrested after mother found mummified & wrapped in newspaper, Arkansas police say Police: Man taped to seat on Florida flight after allegedly groping, assaulting flight attendants Husband dies after he ‘yanked’ wheel from wife and caused crash, Texas police say White House criticizes policy in Florida, Texas blocking masks ‘Can we have two golds?’: Why two high jumpers opted to share Olympic medal in heartwarming video Breakthrough Medical Treatment for E.D. – No Pills, No Injections What to watch Wednesday morning at the Tokyo Olympics Sumo scare? Riders say horses might be spooked by statue Manatee impacted by red tide rescued, being treated at ZooTampa TECO, Duke Energy customers to see higher power bills starting in September Actress Jodi Long discusses her historic Emmy for “Dash & Lily” Black realtor, client handcuffed during home showing after report of break-in Olympic families find solace, create bonds far from Tokyo Best of Summer Beauty Florida’s own, Hello Sister, talks appearing on America’s Got Talent Toddler Nutrition and Development As red tide conditions persist, local elected officials discuss solutions Tampa Bay Lightning’s girls summer camp draws dozens of young athletes Taken at Birth: Tampa man meets his biological father Ladies, here’s how to negotiate the salary you’re worth! Meet Dr. Tracy Fanara, the local scientist (and occasional rapper) who may be going to the moon Mother of US Olympian Raven Saunders has died, family says Gov. DeSantis visits Mote Marine for ribbon cutting on red tide mitigation facility Several Disney employees arrested in undercover child predator sting, Sheriff Grady Judd says Drinking party at Olympic village lands athletes in trouble for violating COVID-19 protocols Biles returns to competition with a bronze medal and a smile Florida woman arrested after exposing herself on plane, police say ‘Absolutely sickening’: Lakeland man accused of ‘animalistic’ molestation of 8-year-old girl NYC mandates COVID vaccine proof to enter indoor restaurants, venues, gyms Biden calls on Cuomo to resign after probe finds NY governor sexually harassed multiple women Officer dead, suspect killed after burst of violence outside Pentagon Money over pandemic: Political struggle remains at forefront for Tokyo Olympics Boeing Starliner launch delayed due to valve issues Newsfeed Now: COVID-19 puts man in ICU for 4 months and counting; Country music star tips waitress $1,000 Suspect in fatal S. Carolina shooting of 3 found at Florida hotel Nikki Fried, officials discuss policies to protect waterways in Tampa Bay ‘Our hospitals are open for business’: DeSantis tries to quash concerns as Florida breaks record for COVID-19 hospitalizations again Jamaica’s Thompson-Herah speeds to 2nd Olympic sprint sweep Vehicle fire snarls traffic on NB I-275 in Tampa Drop off today! News Channel 8 School Supply Drive Experts ‘strongly encourage’ pregnant women to be vaccinated against COVID-19 3 injured after iceberg wall collapses at Titanic Museum Attraction Art of the drink: The way of tea Family told to leave rental home after mother died of COVID-19 Mu wins gold for US in women’s 800 meters Mao pins worn by Chinese athletes may test Olympic rules Tampa native Erriyon Knighton finishes first in heat, advances to 200m final Australia: Athletes sorry for room damage, mascots ‘unharmed’ Belarus sprinter says punishment awaited her back home EXPLAINER: What exactly are track’s testosterone rules? Laurel Hubbard shy about making history as a transgender Olympian US hits 70% vaccination rate — a month late, amid a surge Best race ever? Warholm wins record-setting hurdles race DaBaby offers 2nd apology after recent homophobic comments Missing Bradenton woman with dementia found safe, deputies say Clean, repeat: At Tokyo Games, virus is Olympians’ chief foe BolaWrap: Local law enforcement agencies consider using safer device for people in crisis Watch: Warholm annihilates own 400m hurdles world record Photos: Biles caps incredible comeback story on medal stand Biles sticks landing in balance beam, wins Olympic bronze MAX DEFENDER 8 FORECAST: Umbrella alert day tomorrow, widespread downpours expected