WFLA Articles: September 2, 2021

Son shares warning for immunocompromised after fully-vaccinated Tampa Bay dad dies from COVID-19 IRS warns of stimulus check scams amid spike in reports San Francisco may offer cash incentives for not committing crimes Tim Tebow joining ESPN’s ‘First Take’ following stint with Jaguars Man accused of assaulting reporter during Hurricane Ida arrested Tampa veteran enraged over alleged fraud tied to dream home that became a nightmare infested with termites Nurse pleads guilty in sex assault of incapacitated woman who gave birth at Phoenix care facility Double vaccination cuts the risk of long COVID in half, study finds Fauci: Americans ‘likely’ need 3rd dose of shots US lawmakers look back and reflect on 9/11 attack ‘I was so afraid I was gonna die’: Pregnant Sarasota mom, nurse battles COVID after delaying vaccine Two Tampa area women say their husbands are still trapped in Afghanistan Loved ones remember Manatee County deputy who died after battle with COVID-19 Clearwater Marine Aquarium celebrating ‘Dolphin Tale’ 10-year anniversary all month Officials: 2 children in Florida, including newborn, die from COVID-19 Florida child hospitalizations at 68 per day with children’s hospitals ‘under an unprecedented strain’ Judge says Gov. DeSantis overstepped authority in banning school mask mandates, governor appeals Back To School: Healthy Kid Essentials Florida lawmakers to consider abortion bill similar to Texas, Senate president says Are unvaccinated Tampa Bay law enforcement officers putting public at risk? Note threatening mass shooting found at South Florida high school, officials say Can employers do anything about workers who avoid COVID-19 vaccines? ‘That’s not yours!’ High school softball player chases down thief between games Former Buccaneers player Keith McCants found dead in St. Petersburg Breakthrough Medical Treatment for E.D. – No Pills, No Injections How to Cure Depression in 7 Days The Million Dollar Border: Key to a Hot Sizzling Smile ABBA back after 40 years with new album, virtual stage show Orlando airport crowds forecast to exceed pre-pandemic traffic Prisoners get a second chance in “The Program” “American Ninja Warrior” finalist Enzo Deferrari Wilson visits the studio China bans men it sees as not masculine enough from TV Tampa Bay Buccaneers fully vaccinated against COVID-19, head coach Bruce Arians says Is Lakeland Florida’s most overpriced housing market? Al Capone’s former South Florida home slated for demolition Some Tarpon Springs business owners not happy about sidewalk sign ordinance To bathe or not to bathe? A pediatrician weighs in on the latest celebrity debate Infant twin boys found dead in car outside South Carolina day care, officials say OneBlood sending units to Louisiana following Hurricane Ida Bucs tease exciting ‘festivities’ ahead of NFL kickoff against Cowboys, fans encouraged to get to game early Get ready for pumpkin spice seltzer The Health Perks of Drinking Coffee It’s time to “Clear the Shelters” DeSantis opposed to vaccine mandate for law enforcement despite recent COVID deaths Man cuts shark loose from rope while scalloping in Gulf Tampa veteran left in ‘rage’ claims he was duped after finding dream home infested with termites Workplace Bullies Fruits for Weight Loss Destination Delicious: South Korea Newsfeed Now: Supreme Court allows Texas abortion ban to remain; Company unfolds plan for affordable housing Clear the Shelters: Adopt Harley or the Skinny Pig Democrats promote Cheney to vice chairwoman of Jan. 6 panel Video shows water pouring into Manhattan subway station NFL returns social justice helmet decals, end zone stencils Decoding Your Pet’s DNA Does your pet have bad breath? Bizarre call: Man claims dog shot itself in face, police say ‘It was just emotions built up’: Dad upset about masks apologizes for causing lockdown at Sarasota school Funeral service held for Manatee deputy who died of COVID-19 WATCH: Cow trapped in tree rescued in Louisiana after Hurricane Ida Florida police park 13 patrol cars in shape of heart to pay tribute to soldiers killed in Kabul attack ‘Sandy had nothing on this’: At least 45 killed after Ida remnants slam Northeast Child tax credit: New online site launched to help people receive payments 1 in 7 kids with COVID have long-haul symptoms, study finds Supreme Court divides 5-4 to leave Texas abortion law in place Tracking the Tropics: Larry becomes hurricane as Ida floods the Northeast MAX DEFENDER 8 FORECAST: Drying out tonight, temperatures feeling lovely early Friday