WFLA Articles: August 17, 2023

Clearwater approves new recycling contract What’s the difference between a hurricane and a tropical storm, and what do the categories mean? Georgia school board fires teacher for reading a book to students about gender identity Maui’s emergency services chief resigns after facing criticism for not activating sirens during fire National Hurricane Center now monitoring 4th area, one of which has 70% chance of development Trader Joe’s crackers product recalled, may contain metal National Hurricane Center now monitoring 4th area, one of which has 70% chance of development Federal appeals court rules in favor of abortion pill restrictions Two Florida Jan. 6 rioters sentenced to prison; 3 co-defendants still on the run ‘My hands are everything’: ‘Cake Boss’ star Buddy Valastro gives update on impaled hand Trump lawyers seek April 2026 trial date in federal election subversion case California lawmaker calls for investigation into DeSantis’ migrant relocation program Suspected wanted after ax assault, shooting in Florida, police say Roofer under criminal investigation in Tampa Bay after 3 civil judgments Coast Guard: 4 rescued from swamped boat off Hernando Beach ‘I’m so glad that he’s arrested’: Olympus Pools customer speaks out Jack in the Box to offer free tacos to customers, similar to Taco Bell promotion GOP chair has ‘feeling’ Trump will sign pledge to get on debate stage Check out this Gem of Tampa Bay: The Mercantile in Plant City Tampa wedding photographer jailed for silence in DEA probe worried about wife, business and death Crossing guards to remain at dangerous intersection for now: Farnell Middle School’s principal Bipartisan House group pushes for select committee, classified hearings into UFOs GOP state lawmaker calls for special session in Georgia to probe Fani Willis Sextortion victim speaks out as trend rises in St. Petersburg, FBI steps in Bears are climbing Half Dome in Yosemite National Park Hillsborough schools still dealing with AC issues after spending $87 million to fix them Tree falls on Florida school bus with 20 kids on board Florida sends K-9s, search-and-rescue teams to assist with Maui recovery SNAP changes coming Sept. 1 Hillsborough deputies: Man bought $6K of diesel fuel with fake gift cards ‘Do not let that flight leave’: New video released of woman following viral TikTok RECALL: Power banks sold at Costco may catch fire Trump digs in on election claims as legal charges pile up Police called to beauty queen’s home days before alleged murder plot arrest Marijuana and hallucinogen use, binge drinking hit historic highs ‘Tan mom’ Patricia Krentcil running for U.S. Senate in Florida, will challenge Rick Scott 80-year-old driver hits, kills Brooksville woman being helped across street, FHP says 1 dead, 1 hospitalized after plane crashes in St. Lucie County; NTSB investigating Tampa Bay bondsmen react after one is hurt in shooting while serving warrant House Judiciary subpoenas Garland, Wray over contact with social media companies Bringing Greek Cuisine to Tampa: Colorful Greek salad recipe Venice Beach under ‘no swim’ advisory, health officials say Ways to improve confidence and self-esteem Deputy talks woman out of jumping into river with infant Brandon woman wins $1M on $50 scratch-off game from Publix 100+ flights delayed at Tampa International Airport due to weather 8-year-old killed by school bus, Kansas dad says daughter ‘loved school, loved everyone’ Ex-wife of Florida Microsoft executive charged with his murder: police Man robbed at gunpoint at Racetrac gas station in Tampa; suspect sought Reel Talk: Great Bay Scallop Search WTH: Healthy, Fun Ways to Enjoy Lemonade with TODAY’s Joy Bauer Comer asks National Archives for unredacted Biden emails involving Hunter and Ukraine Dreamy Travel Destination Maui official explains why sirens weren’t activated during wildfire evacuations Trump ‘too weak to defend himself’: DeSantis allies leaked debate strategy, report finds Markey, Blackburn demand FTC investigate YouTube’s data collection on kids  Review: Beyoncé’s breathtaking Tampa ‘Renaissance’ concert served as a love letter to Black, queer communities Ex-wife of Florida Microsoft executive charged with his murder: police World chess federation bars transgender women from competing in women’s events Reel Talk: How to catch greater amberjack Tailgate Ideas from Bush’s Baked Beans Make your own breakfast tarts from scratch 8-year-old girl dies after being hit by school bus Starstruck fans compete for title of superfan Child at Pennsylvania theme park injured by box cutter that fell from roller coaster rider’s pocket, police say Pipe bomb found in car wash trash can; Florida man arrested DOJ raises conflict of interest issues with De Oliveira attorney in Mar-a-Lago case Grand jurors in Georgia Trump case face threats, racist attacks ‘Bloomers!’ comes to Tampa Bay, showcasing flowers as art Florida student group may need to remove ‘Black’ from its name Florida to expect above average fall weather, NOAA predicts Helping Seniors Get & Stay Fit USF students are settling into their new home Pig kidney works in donated body for over a month, a step toward animal-human transplants Rare, flesh-eating bacteria has killed 5 in Tampa Bay area since January Hilary becomes a hurricane, continues track toward California Relationship red flags you should never ignore Bloom Tampa Bay’s top articles Breastfeeding mom asked to leave pool Human Trafficking in Tampa Bay Florida’s most popular dog breeds of 2023 Celebrate National Men’s Grooming Day with American Crew Fisker Alaska: $45,000 US-made electric truck previewed Biden campaign planning a media blitz during GOP debate Florida deputy arrested for sexual battery on woman during traffic stop: deputies Quick and easy chorizo breakfast burritos Haley on VP speculation: ‘I don’t run for second’ Pilot on flight from Miami to Chile suffers in-flight medical emergency, dies ‘Vile human’: Sexual predator arrested, accused of sexually battering 2 young children Pennies found in McDonald’s Chicken McNuggets, customer says 2 Tampa Bay Jan. 6 rioters get jail time; 3 co-defendants still on the run St. Pete police, FBI team up to fight online ‘sextortion’ of teens WATCH: The Gulf is record hot. What’s the impact on hurricane season? Behavioral health services for Individuals in their home and community after a major disaster like a hurricane Experience the Universal Difference, redefining Roof Replacement Lights, Camera, Action: The Journey to Television Stardom More Americans say moderate drinking is unhealthy: Gallup Sustainable Gifting: All-Natural products that make thoughtful presents Tiny Spheres, Immense Flavor: Olive oil pearls Opioids, obesity now ranked as top public health threats in new poll  First-ever JUVÉDERM® Day Celebration Dreamy Travel Destinations Florida small businesses thrive in these counties Missouri parents can be jailed if kids miss too many school days DeSantis slips to lowest level of support in Quinnipiac 2024 polling Metros in Florida where jobs are growing fastest Breastfeeding mom speaks out after being asked to leave pool Man accused of killing girlfriend in Las Vegas Ashton Kutcher and Mila Kunis put California beach home on Airbnb Kyle Rittenhouse starts Texas nonprofit to fight gun reform Texas woman charged with threatening to kill judge in Trump case, Texas Democrat  Clearwater city council to vote on recycling contract, resident refunds Florida man dies after exiting moving ambulance on interstate; paramedic injured Maui fires: Schools reopening, traffic resuming in signs of recovery What you need to know for USF move-in day Britney Spears’ husband files for divorce, source says Anti-abortion movement reckons with ‘circular firing squad’ Biden administration plan to unfreeze Iran funds draws Republican fire Tropics heat up as 2 tropical waves march across Atlantic, 1 pops up in the Gulf of Mexico Florida art museum sues former director over forged Basquiat paintings scheme Ranked by risk: Trump’s four criminal indictments ‘Inevitable’: Meadows gets swept up in Trump’s legal troubles  Storms fading this evening: View live Max Defender 8 radar here