WFLA Articles: May 9, 2022

May 9
‘It was so bright’: Lightning strike causes explosion outside Sebring home 14 dogs rescued from terrible conditions in Bradenton home Dictator’s son wins Philippine presidency, unofficial count shows Abortion rights become key issue in Florida Democratic gubernatorial primary Former Polk County Deputy faces DUI charges in deadly Courtney Campbell crash Florida man hit child sitting in stroller with metal pipe, report says Tennessee child picks long shot Kentucky Derby winner Teen accused of shooting at Florida deputies offered 20 years in prison, source says Legendary WFLA Anchor Bob Hite recalls Sunshine Skyway Bridge tragedy Jack Harlow, City Girls to perform at Tampa’s Amalie Arena FHP trooper who stopped wrong-way driver named Officer of the Month Officials: Vicky White dead, Casey White in custody St. Pete lemonade stand returns as in-person fundraiser for childhood cancer research Draken International to lay off 100 workers in Lakeland Lawmakers: Tracked data concerns swirl around abortion New government partnership aims to make internet more affordable and accessible Pinellas woman injured after being shot during ‘Orbeez Challenge’ Vicky White dies, escaped Alabama inmate in custody after manhunt ends in Indiana Driver says he had ‘a little meth’ before going 100+ mph on Courtney Campbell: police Tampa Bay survivor dog Denali up for national award for therapy work Florida near bottom of ‘best states to be a police officer,’ study says Florida man who tried to beat deputy to death sentenced to 25 years Vicky White stayed at hotel night before freeing inmate Help police identify driver who took Plant City gunshot victim to hospital You could save up to $30 a month on high-speed internet under federal program Woman gets 30 years in prison for letting 13-year-old ‘marry’ 47-year-old man Medical Minute: Gluten Free the Way to Go Tampa Bay Downs trainer dies of infection after beach visit: report Tampa No. 3 ‘most overvalued’ rental market in US Florida inmate escapes work release, deputies say Over 580K pounds of frozen chicken breast recalled ‘Floor started to shake’: Dance floor gives way during Ohio prom Pair use gorilla mask, sledgehammer to steal from Florida business, deputies say WATCH: Florida college valedictorian with nonverbal autism delivers graduation address Former NBA player Adreian Payne killed in Florida shooting, deputies say Tampa construction conflict: Slanted floors, lack of inspections lead to 1K+ days of delays for homebuyer Draymond Green responds to weatherman’s racially-charged tweet Make the most of your COVID-cleanout Florida man celebrating anniversary among guests found dead at Sandals Bahamas resort Maggie and the Moms on toddlers running errands, teenagers not listening, spying on our kids and parenting do-overs Contestants on American Song Contest prepare for grand final U2 rockers Bono and The Edge perform surprise concert in Ukraine subway station Happiness Is Your Responsibility Raising Emotionally intelligent children Domestic Violence in Men Alabama jail escape: Here is what we know Clearwater man fatally stabs daughter while fighting with her boyfriend, police say At First Light: A True World War II Story of a Hero, His Bravery, and an Amazing Horse How to Create a mental health vision board Healthier Mouth, Healthier You: May is ‘Save Your Tooth Month’ Uncontrollable Movements by Mental Health Rx Florida tilts toward Trump amid population growth Midwifery at Tampa General Hospital Spring Wellness Survival Guide 1 hospitalized after knife incident at Lealman hotel Take Steps to Prevent Food Allergy Reactions New Summer Shower | West Shore Home Biden starts program to provide discounted internet service Mom arrested on Mother’s Day after 3 children found dead at California home Study: 10 cheapest states to buy a home in 2022 Your old VHS tapes might be worth a small fortune Fake marina with fake water steals show at inaugural Miami Formula 1 Grand Prix Fire at Wisconsin anti-abortion office investigated as arson Gov. DeSantis announces $25M to restore Freedom Tower Winter Haven man accused of fatally shooting man during custody swap Florida gas prices near record highs as summer driving season approaches Man dies after SUV hits guardrail on I-75 in Bradenton Lightning strike early, beat Maple Leafs 7-3 to even series Tampa Bay marks 42 years since Sunshine Skyway Bridge disaster Save A Lot robbery suspects at large after shooting at deputies Cooling down nicely- lovely low humidity this evening