WFLA Articles: April 10, 2023

Florida GOP lawmaker apologizes after calling transgender people ‘mutants’ and ‘demons’ Cruise recalls robotaxi software after car crashes into San Francisco bus Manatee County waives adoption fees in response to influx of homeless dogs Harris announces $1.7B in grants for more than 600 community lenders ‘Croczilla,’ 14-foot crocodile, spotted in Florida What we know about those killed in Louisville bank shooting How classified US documents quickly spread from gamer chat rooms to the rest of the internet What we know about victims of the Louisville bank shooting DeSantis to make 1st public appearance in South Carolina ‘Incredibly sad’: Video purportedly shows baby born ‘in public view’ in San Francisco Florida middle school teacher allegedly hosted student brawls in classroom Weight loss in older adults associated with risk of early death, study finds ‘I’m really upset’: Insurance company drops Pinellas County homeowners with solar panels Bowfisherman scores world record fish in Missouri NASCAR’s Cody Ware charged with assault, suspended from racing Taylor Swift-themed events happening across Tampa Bay ahead of concert series Cabaret-style show in Tampa to benefit Ukrainian refugee artists Biden signs bill ending national COVID-19 emergency DeSantis’ goals making progress as legislative session hits halfway point Ousted Tennessee lawmaker reappointed to state House days after expulsion 1987 cold case murder suspect faces judge in Pinellas County Disneyland to resume Magic Key annual pass sales Democratic governors are stockpiling abortion pills in the wake of Texas ruling Hair suddenly falling out in the shower? This might be why Goldman slams Jim Jordan over planned NYC hearing: ‘not welcome in my district’ Does your state allow teachers to carry a gun? Pinellas County sues HOA for failure to maintain road, fix dangerous holes Woman swipes items from Gucci, Louis Vuitton stores in Tampa What to expect as legal battle heats up over Texas abortion ruling Girl, 16, captures 11-foot python with dad in Florida backyard 3 Brooksville students hospitalized after taking CBD product Missing Minn. mom: Search ends, investigation continues Two 81-year-old women traveled the world in 80 days White House bashes ‘dangerous’ ruling against Mifepristone approval Where you can find Taylor Swift’s merch truck for ‘Eras Tour’ in Tampa Puppies named after Taylor Swift songs up for adoption soon in Tampa Bay ‘Aggressive’ shark attack leaves surfer in serious condition Hilary Swank gives birth to twins, shares first photo Mother of 6-year-old who shot Virginia teacher charged Mother of 6-year-old Virginia student who shot teacher charged with neglect 29 ‘rotten eggs’ arrested for DUI in Hillsborough County over Easter weekend Mother-daughter duo save man from drowning at Winter Haven pool Florida teacher fired after asking students to write their obits before active shooter drill Jim Jordan subpoenas FBI Director Wray Hillsborough County changes name to ‘Swiftsborough’ ahead of sold-out concerts Falling mortgage rates offer little relief for home buyers DOJ asks appeals court to pause ‘extraordinary’ Texas abortion pill ruling Fresh Mocktail Drink Trends Tampa’s Booming Restaurant Scene |Jeff Gigante of Next Level Brands Hospitality joins Gayle Guyardo on Bloom 5 shot, 3 dead during Florida Easter egg hunt Taylor Swift made honorary Mayor of Tampa for upcoming tour stop Lil Baby bringing national tour to Tampa this fall House Democrats move to protect abortion pill access after Texas ruling Downtown Tampa’s Boom Tampa Ranks Top Place to Live in the World Texas DA calls Gov. Abbott’s vow to pardon man who killed protester ‘deeply troubling’ Cooking with Top Tampa Chef Trump discourages DeSantis, says candidacy would ‘only hurt’ Republican Party Juice Jacking: Feds warn against using public phone charging stations How to make a flower crown Dwayne Haskins was drugged before fatal Florida highway accident, lawsuit claims Maggie and the Moms on the dark side of college acceptance videos & the sex talk parents should be having with their teens Florida Lottery debuts 4 new scratch-off games with over $277 million in prizes PHOTO: Firefighters smash windows, run hose through car blocking hydrant 2 Florida healthcare workers arrested, allegedly livestreamed abuse of dementia patient, police say Trump appeals order for Pence to testify in Jan. 6 probe Man steals $150K in donation checks from Florida churches, DOJ says Hilary Swank gives birth to twins, shares 1st photo Video shows hooded suspect stab imam during prayer at New Jersey mosque DeSantis threatens Disney with new taxes, tolls amid feud 65 percent in new poll against lifting retirement age for Americans in their 20s Florida man wins $1 million from Publix lottery ticket Manatee County legend shares secrets to 101 years of life 1 dead, 10 injured after 13-year-old leads cops on chase, crashes Troopers rescue bunny from highway in time for Easter Brush fire forces road closures in South Tampa Self-Care with Dove Men+Care Last Minute Tax Tips It’s All Good Greek to Me | Good Greek Moving & Storage 99 packages of meth found in car at U.S. border crossing Student honored for helping thwart alleged school shooting plot Early Detection Saves Lives Through Life Guard Imaging Dalai Lama apologizes after video shows him kissing boy ‘Jump at the pump’: Florida gas prices reach 2023 record-high SUV hits school bus filled with 34 students, FHP says GOP Rep. Nancy Mace says FDA should ignore judge’s decision blocking abortion pill approval All the merch you need to power up for ‘The Super Mario Bros. Movie’ Louisville bank employee livestreamed attack that killed 4 Street racers hit 130 mph on Gandy Bridge, FHP says ‘Like a bomb going off’: Explosion at Kansas home caught on camera 5th person dies after Louisville bank shooting: police Lakewood High student hit, injured while riding bike 2 teens hospitalized after shots hit 2 homes, 11 cars in Sarasota, police say Learn about the Exciting Bahamian Cultural Celebration: Junkanoo Maggie Visits the Bahamas Uhuru Movement founder says he’s not working with the Russians 1987 cold case murder suspect appears in Pinellas County court Bodies of missing musician, son found in Arkansas lake Suspect in Lake Wales hostage situation had enough guns to start ‘a war’: sheriff Dalai Lama apologizes after video shows him kissing boy, asking him to ‘suck his tongue’ Man found dead after Tampa shooting, police say ‘Elf’ and ‘Barton Fink’ actor Michael Lerner dies, family confirms 4 bodies found after building collapses in France Scuba-diving Easter Bunny leaves eggs for snorkelers in Florida Keys Car fire breaks out off Howard Frankland Bridge Attempted casino heist foiled by police Why progressive lawmakers are fighting against a TikTok ban Key takeaways from major US intelligence leak Wisconsin race cements abortion as galvanizing issue for Democrats Unsettled patterns brings up/down rain chances Iowa won’t pay for rape victims’ abortions or contraceptives Trump’s response to criminal charges revives election lies