WFLA Articles: August 1, 2023

‘I hope she’s still alive’: Search for Tonya Whipp intensifies after she was declared ‘missing endangered’ Trump indicted for efforts to overturn 2020 election and block transfer of power Numbers drawn for $1.1B Mega Millions jackpot: Check your tickets here WATCH: Police called after bear spotted ‘relaxing’ in California neighborhood pool Jan. 6 panel sees Trump indictment as building on its probe What to know about the 6 co-conspirators in Trump’s indictment 20 tons of chocolate go up in flames when semi-truck catches fire in California Your Mega Millions ticket can score you a sweet prize at Krispy Kreme this week, win or lose McCarthy accuses DOJ of using Trump indictment to ‘distract’ from Biden probes Democratic leaders: Trump indictment ‘most serious and most consequential thus far’ Tampa Bay high schoolers learn what it’s like to be FBI agent at Federal Teen Academy ‘We’re ready’: Business incubator aims to revitalize commerce in historic Lake Wales neighborhood ‘One is too many:’ Tampa mom sees more foster kids sleeping in offices Teen dies from rare brain infection after swimming in Georgia, coroner rules ‘Home Improvement’ actor arrested in Oregon; accused of domestic violence, burglary Jan. 6 indictment: Here are the latest charges facing Trump DeSantis says Trump indictment ‘unfair’ Insurance company drops Palm Harbor widow who just replaced roof Smith: Trump Jan. 6 indictment responds to plot ‘fueled by lies’ Island residents push for more changes after shooting at ‘hotel house’ Krispy Kreme will give away free doughnuts to losing lottery players Trump has been indicted for a 3rd time. Here’s where all the investigations stand Susan Lopez 1 year in: A look at Tampa’s top prosecutor near anniversary of Andrew Warren’s suspension Child finds part of ‘historic’ jawbone on North Carolina beach ‘We just are asking for a living wage’: Hillsborough teachers to return to school without contracts 6-year-old drowns at birthday party Trump indicted on Jan. 6 charges READ: Trump indictment in 2020 election case Watch: Bears keep taking dips in Los Angeles area pools Dothan pageant queen receives bond thanks to husband whom she tried to have killed, reports Harris fires back at DeSantis offer to talk Florida’s Black history curriculum Recent carjackings spark concerns in Tampa Bay—how to stay safe New federal bureau focused on global disease response Trump indicted over efforts to overturn 2020 election Last month was hottest July on record for Tampa Bay area DeSantis-appointed Disney World district abolishes diversity, equity initiatives Tonya Whipp now considered ‘missing endangered;’ $4K reward available, police say Zendaya remembers co-star Angus Cloud in emotional social post New York man rescued after treading water in Atlantic Ocean for over 5 hours: police Lizzo sued by trio of dancers who allege ‘hostile, abusive work environment’ A teacher was caught on video abusing students. Her district is settling for over $11 million ‘That’s unacceptable’: Lawmakers call out State Department for persistent passport problems  Long Island and Atlantic City sex worker killings are unrelated, officials say There’s good news for beach towns threatened by massive seaweed bloom Family of Henrietta Lacks, whose HeLa cells uphold medicine, settles with biotech company Super Bowl winner Bruce Collie’s daughter among 4 killed in Wisconsin aircraft crashes Dishin’ It With Brody: The Ultimate BLT Rondé’s Road to Canton: A Humbling Rookie Year: ‘I thought I was ready’ Why the winner of the $1.1B Mega Millions jackpot would take home way less Overcoming Burnout: The first step to getting motivated ‘Scared to stop’: Google Maps car leads Indiana police on 100-mph chase, crashes into creek Combating Burnout | The power of rest Woman Survives Being Run Over By Car 3X | Help for others who have survived trauma COVID hospital admissions jump in what could be a new norm of summer surges Florida man in Google Street View car leads police on 100 mph chase: MPD 10 dogs euthanized after mauling man to death Judge rules Trump false election claims while in office covered by presidential immunity Embarking On a Journey of Self-Discovery Finding and staying motivated to workout Wife of suspect in Gilgo Beach killings says her adult children ‘cry themselves to sleep’ following his arrest Lawmakers decry ‘political’ decision to keep Space Command HQ in Colorado Henrietta Lacks family settles suit over use of cells taken without consent St. Pete to receive $20M state grant for infrastructure improvements, coastal resilience Houston mayor blasts superintendent’s plan to turn some school libraries into disciplinary centers Amazon adds video telemedicine visits nationwide — here’s how it works 16-year-old Chick-Fil-A worker sent home over ‘unnatural’ hair color Officer who put suspect in car hit by train found guilty of reckless endangerment Disney World has new Florida resident ticket offer This city has the cheapest rent in the Tampa Bay area, analysis finds Officer’s ‘crying,’ disclosures led to firing after K-9 attack: records Grand jury convenes in Trump case: Here’s how grand juries work Pasco woman surprised by alligator hiding near front door Taco Bell sued over its Crunchwrap, Mexican Pizza advertisements Back to School | Peaks of Health Year For Life | The Florida Lottery Bed, Bath & Beyond stores closed, but website relaunches through new owner Living Mindfully: The key to joyful existence CVS to lay off 5,000 workers in cost-cutting move DeSantis invites Harris to Florida to ‘set the record straight’ on Black history standards Sarasota Co. jiu-jitsu coach accused of sexually battering teen student; deputies searching for victims Pro-RFK Jr. group reports single donor represented almost half the funds it raised Zoo in China denies that bear in viral video is just a human wearing a costume DeSantis says he’d weigh national TikTok ban if elected Why is gas getting expensive again? You can blame the weather Christie knocks Trump for using donations to help pay legal bills  You’ll need this overlooked piece of info to file a Facebook settlement claim GM recalling hundreds of vehicles over potentially exploding Takata air bag inflators Tampa Bay Chamber’s Emerging Leader program offers unparalleled pathway for success Chilling documentary highlights the growing problem of domestic abuse that led to one woman’s murder Interactive ‘Velocity’ exhibit makes physics cool for kids WATCH: Pinellas deputy makes leap of faith to stop unmanned runaway boat Children’s book author celebrates screenplay request with free read-alouds NASA hears signal from Voyager 2 spacecraft after mistakenly cutting contact Florida school worker found dead with zip-tie around her neck Waterfront Living at Marina Pointe Back-to-School Checklist: Student & Parent Approved Lunch Boxes Comedian and Social Media Star, Meredith Masony is Now on Tour Behavioral Health Services Following a Major Disaster ‘Hot load’: Improper battery disposal causing trash fires in Tampa, officials warn Frontier Airlines introduces monthly ‘all you can fly’ pass Clear the Shelters monthlong campaign begins to house furry friends Run for Fun: How strength training helps running X sign removed from Elon Musk company’s San Francisco headquarters Florida’s first Wawa drive-thru to open in Tampa Bay area Paul Reubens completed a first draft of a memoir before his death, publicist confirms Lottery ticket worth $121K sold at Tampa Publix Is tonight your lucky night? Mega Millions $1.1 billion jackpot up for grabs again DeSantis, Scott battle to be main Trump alternative Harris takes center stage for White House with Biden on vacation Cornel West bid prompts worries from progressives: ‘I just wish he wasn’t doing it’ US slips into round of 16 of Women’s World Cup after scoreless draw with Portugal NHC watching 1 tropical waves in Atlantic Earlier downpours expected today