WFLA Articles: September 7, 2021

Strong quake hits near Acapulco, buildings sway in capital Retired Tampa juvenile detention officer defies the odds in fight against COVID-19 Growling, unruly passenger arrested on American flight to Salt Lake City Disease experts watching gamma, mu COVID variants closely Florida shop owner wins $1M scratch-off prize on 1st day of new business Steve from ‘Blue’s Clues’ is back to make things right with millennials 19-year-old struck and killed by lightning in Manatee County Britney Spears’ father files to end court conservatorship USF softball player to undergo surgery for brain tumor ‘Exciting night for all of us’: Tom Brady eager to start season in front of packed Raymond James Stadium ‘It’s kind of in the past for me’: Tom Brady says he had COVID-19 in February Where can COVID-19 long-haulers get help in Tampa Bay? Former home of ‘Winter’ the dolphin to become manatee rehabilitation exhibit Fallout over Texas abortion ban continues Disney World one-day ticket could soar past $250 by 2031, study says Florida woman in ICU for 10 days says husband’s parking lot routine kept her going Pasco County parents voice opinions both for and against mask mandate in schools Deputies: Man stole backpack from dead motorcyclist after fatal wreck in Polk County President Biden takes tour of damage left by Ida in NJ and NY Tampa Police Chief Dugan reflects on challenges of pandemic, civil unrest before retirement Tampa Tom: Bucs QB Tom Brady shares why family loves new city, what’s different from New England 8-foot alligator freed after being stuck in storm drain for 4 days 11-year-old survived Lakeland massacre by playing dead, investigators say St. Petersburg mayoral debate postponed 3rd person dies after receiving contaminated Moderna COVID-19 vaccine in Japan Texas-style heartbeat bill likely to be considered in Florida Gov. Abbott says Texas will ‘eliminate’ rapists, abortion bill won’t force rape victims to have babies Flags honoring 13 U.S. service members killed in Kabul airport attack found vandalized in California Florida man scared family, tried to forcibly enter car with children inside, sheriff’s office says ‘It’s nonsense’: Gov. DeSantis brushes off idea he would run for president in 2024 How to Cure Depression in 7 Days Breakthrough Medical Treatment for E.D. – No Pills, No Injections Outsmarted by a Tesla? Man accused of faking hit-and-run injuries caught on camera Police: Florida woman tells officers she’s ‘COVID positive,’ intentionally coughs on them Disturbance in Gulf of Mexico could bring heavy rain to Florida later this week VIDEO: Burglar smashes through CVS drive-through window, steals drugs Straz Center announces new COVID-19 protocols Celebrate the new NFL season at the Kickoff Experience Social media superstar JoJo Siwa talks new movie, “The J Team” Sneak Peek Video: Disney World releases on-ride video of ‘Remy’s Ratatouille Adventure’ International Manatee Day: Florida species suffering, experts look to help Pasco teacher receives paycheck back after he says part-time DoorDash job cost him money Flower Me Tampa: a local artist showcases her blossoming talent on Daytime ‘I think it is sending a message’: Florida man fills pothole with banana tree Colin Cowie on how to achieve “the gold standard” in any business Body found in ocean near Port Canaveral identified as missing Daytona Beach attorney Woman pistol-whipped at Louisiana Circle K, says she was standing up for pregnant cashier Finding the Perfect Work Life Balance Resilience Parenting Breakthrough Treatment for Erectile Dysfunction Bucs game day protocols: What to know before NFL Kickoff at Raymond James Stadium Heal Your Mental Health Easy Decluttering Solutions DIY Inspiration Tampa Bay Man Raised 66K and Shaves Head on Nationally Syndicated Bloom to raise for the National Pediatric Foundation Naked woman drove golf cart through armed standoff in Dunedin, deputy says ‘It was special’: Florida State quarterback McKenzie Milton’s father on son’s miraculous return The Cancer Crushers Join Miles For Moffitt A Florida man is grateful he can play catch with his kids again after doctors re-attached his arm following an alligator attack Sol Relief Flies Medical Personnel Into Louisiana ‘This guy was totally off his rocker’: Governor DeSantis condemns massacre of Lakeland family Texas abortion ‘whistleblower’ website shut down a second time Comedian Fuquan Johnson 1 of 3 dead from suspected overdose Polk Co. BOCC delays vote on resolution requesting DeSantis make ivermectin, hydroxychloroquine more accessible Tubi rolls out back-to-school movie: Tales of a Fifth Grade Robin Hood The Effects Of Chronic Water Damage & Mold FDA bans 55-Thousand Flavored E-cigarette products to stop kids from Vaping Newsfeed Now: Pres. Biden surveys Ida cleanup in the Northeast; pharmacy fills prescription for live music Military suicide is 50% higher than the national average Asking for help only makes you stronger Creamy and Delicious Ice Cream that’s just 50 Calories a Cup Maggie and Danny learn how to Oyster Shuck from a Champion Explore Spacecraft Woman’s transplant put on hold after COVID diagnosis: ‘the chance of her surviving just went down 10 percent.’ DeSantis announces plan for $5k signing bonus, other programs to bring new police officers to Florida Florida doctor says she won’t treat unvaccinated patients in person NFL football, Big Game Bound set to return September 9 Brady, Bucs embrace challenge of repeating as SB champions Rams, 49ers seek QBs to match Seahawks’ Wilson in NFC West Chiefs set sights on third straight Super Bowl trip Fresh arms: Playoff teams all featuring new starting QBs Fully vaccinated NFL players will get COVID-19 tests weekly Uncertainty abounds in AFC South as Titans attempt to repeat Chiefs rebuild O-line to protect Mahomes, fend off rivals Brady’s Bucs poised to end Saints’ 4-year run atop NFC South NFL stars coming off injuries eager for prominence in 2021 Man ‘looking for a firefight’ shot dead by Pinellas deputies after breaking into ex’s home, police say ‘We are not a school’: New coach of Bishop Sycamore, team accused of fooling ESPN, wants to set record straight Digital Banking Solutions Daytime Chat: Finn and his many cones of fame The Director’s Cut: “Candyman” and “Night House” Fall Beauty Favorites Maggie and the Moms: What’s too much for teen girls to post on social media?; Are parents pushing success over happiness? Back to School Health 4 step Fabulous Frappuccino ‘You know why I did this’: Investigators reveal what Marine told them after Lakeland massacre Judge says Ohio hospital cannot be forced to use ivermectin to treat Covid, reversing earlier decision Alex Murdaugh, South Carolina attorney resigns, enters rehab after being shot in head months after family murders New COVID-19 surge could come weeks after Labor Day, Tampa doctor warns Jill Biden heads back to classroom as a working first lady MAX DEFENDER 8 FORECAST: Cloudy & not AS hot tonight, coastal showers are back tomorrow