WFLA Articles: September 21, 2021

‘America’s daughter’: Parents all over North Port say Gabby Petito could have easily been their daughter Search for Brian Laundrie: Crews plan to return to Carlton Reserve Wednesday Just 56% of Americans can name all three branches of government — that’s actually a 15-year high New details emerge after 63 African penguins die suddenly in ‘unusual event’ IRS COVID-19 benefit: How to get up to $600 tax deduction Rays’ Kiermaier takes, keeps Blue Jays’ data card Willie Garson, Stanford on ‘Sex and the City,’ dies at 57 FHP searching for men accused of carjacking Good Samaritans following hit-and-run crash in Hernando Co. Florida Republicans were concerned about mail ballot disadvantage during passage of new election law, report says COVID-19 vaccine not mandatory for current St. Pete city employees, required for new hires Tampa medical experts worry federal cuts of monoclonal antibody treatment could cause shortage in Florida Florida man tried to kidnap kids before being attacked by witnesses, fleeing into storm drain, police say First-ever Disney+ Day on Nov. 12 to feature ‘Shang-Chi’ premiere, other perks Lawmakers push for new war memorial to honor fallen service members killed in war on terror Gabby Petito’s death ruled homicide, FBI states National security officials pressed on Afghanistan evacuation, southern border crossings Rays postseason tickets go on sale on Thursday, September 30 2 financial fiascos loom over federal government 32-year old Polk Co. dad needs ECMO machine to fight COVID-19 but availability is limited, wife says Tampa Bay area Carvana buyers stuck with cars they can’t drive after dealer fails to fork over titles Gabby Petito’s death ruled homicide after autopsy confirms ID of remains in Wyoming, FBI says ‘I’d like to see some more sacks’: Bruce Arians on Buccaneers defense after two games Stone cross marks place where Gabby Petito’s body was found ‘She’s sweet, kind, compassionate, empathetic, loving’ Brother of St. Pete murder victim remembers his sister 2020 Census shows how Florida’s become more diverse in last 10 years Body found in South Carolina identified as missing Tampa woman Winter Haven man, Sir Dangerous, in custody after threatening woman, crashing into her vehicle Message to Brian Laundrie from neighbors: ‘Turn yourself in, they’re hunting, they’ll find ya’ Clear the Shelters: Over 3,700 animals in Tampa Bay find forever homes during adoption drive Tampa thrift shop funds education, career training for autism community 8-year-old student to ask school district for mask mandate after being bullied for wearing one LIST: Florida’s top public high schools include 10 in Tampa Bay Petito family says they will make statement when ‘Gabby is home’ Tampa city employees vote to ratify Mayor Castor’s vaccine requirements Treating Covid in the Outpatient Setting ‘Love, Aunt Gabby’: Brian Laundrie’s sister shares images of postcards sent by Petito Gov. DeSantis directs Florida agencies to continue helping in Brian Laundrie search: ‘We need justice for Gabby Petito’ DeSantis announces new pick for Florida surgeon general Cheerleader says she’s been sidelined by high school because of her wheelchair 2 dead after man jumps from New York building, lands on man below, police say Tracking the Tropics: Tropical Storms Peter, Rose not expected to impact US; tropical wave being monitored Homeland Security investigates ‘troubling’ footage of agents appearing to use whips to drive back Haitian migrants The Drew Barrymore Show kicks off season two with a bang! 3 dead in shooting outside Florida Wendy’s restaurant No charges filed after twin toddlers found dead in car outside of South Carolina daycare The Inside Story of Grey’s Anatomy EPA Gives Safer Choice Certification to At-Home Cleaning Product 1 Piece Each and Conservation Kids join forces to help save environment Football Snacking Essentials The Department of Veterans Affairs first federal agency to implement sweeping Covid-19 vaccination rules Help for parents with children who have addiction issues How to get your kids to love reading Finding Senior Dogs Forever Homes Maggie and the Moms make “mom confessions” The 4 Cornerstones of a Lasting and Caring Relationship with Your Doctor Created Cuisine trains Human Trafficking Survivors to work in Culinary Industry Rolling billboard with anti-vaccine message promoting ‘funeral home’ turns heads Newsfeed Now: Search for Brian Laundrie continues in Gabby Petito case; Federal government shutdown possible as debt rises Local volleyball phenoms Ashley and Brooke Pater give us a lesson American Stage presents, “The People Downstairs” Mom Approved: Back to School Snacks Adventure for All Celebrates All Athletes Entertainment Tonight Returns with a New Hosting Team Mother, daughter arrested after botched at-home Brazilian butt lift leads to woman’s death, police say Bradenton teacher accused of sexually abusing underage IMG Academy student, deputies say Why Gabby Petito’s final ‘odd text’ to her mom raised red flags Rays fans get in parking lot fight after game, 1 stabbed Law enforcement facing ‘very difficult terrain’ in search for Brian Laundrie at Carlton Reserve Man who filmed Rodney King video dies of COVID in Los Angeles J&J: Booster dose of its COVID shot prompts strong response Gabby Petito investigation: Autopsy scheduled Tuesday to identify remains found in Wyoming When can your elementary school kid get vaccinated? No more quarantine for kids? School districts try ‘Test and Stay’ COVID-19 testing model Refs trapped in locker room after HS football game say door was blocked with vending machine, file charges Biden aims to enlist allies in tackling climate, COVID, more at UN MAX DEFENDER 8 FORECAST: Inland storms this evening, fade & drift towards coastline late tonight