WFLA Articles: August 2, 2023

Parts of U.S. Capitol locked down amid report of threat Bay Pines VA nursing home requires masking amid rise in COVID-19 cases Bond is denied for South Carolina woman accused of killing newlywed bride in drunken crash U.S. veterans sue Defense, Veterans Affairs departments to get access to infertility treatments ‘What we’re doing here is the most hope we have’: Scientists work to preserve Florida coral from extinction Florida motorcyclist arrested after fleeing from troopers with 5-year-old child onboard: FHP Ozempic, Mounjaro manufacturers sued over risk of stomach paralysis Sarasota deputies increasing visibility along Legacy Trail, address local safety concerns 30 dead dogs found in freezer at ‘horrible’ Ohio animal rescue, owner arrested New Jersey dad dies after rescuing his children in river: police Beyoncé honors gay man who was fatally stabbed after dancing to her music Vatican and UFOs: What is in the archives? What was inside the illegal medical lab found in California? Photos show blood vials, disease samples ‘It’s hard’: Boy killed in shooting would’ve turned 8 on one-month death anniversary 2024 GOP candidates reuse responses to latest Trump indictment Colorado prison escapee caught living ‘flashy’ life in Florida after 5 years 5 questions raised by the Trump indictment Contraceptive recalled for potentially causing unexpected pregnancy ‘Very easy to confuse’: Zoo expert weighs in on viral video of human-like bear at Chinese zoo Prison escapee busted years later, was living lavish lifestyle in Florida, officials say Study shows Florida no longer the best state to retire due to affordability ‘He cried when I told him:’ Tampa Bay veteran who shared powerful story to finally get benefits Woman accused in plot to kill husband is granted bail after he doesn’t object: reports First responders reminded help is available after Freddy Ramirez shooting ‘Save a life’: Pinellas County crossing guards train for upcoming school year Dad arrested after dirt bike crash that killed his 2 kids: police Devon Archer to Tucker Carlson: Hunter Biden speakerphone calls with father were ‘abuse of soft power’ Diver goes missing while exploring shipwreck near Key West: USCG Why the latest Trump indictment is bad news for his GOP rivals 4-year-old finds grandma’s gun in purse, shoots her at thrift store: police FBI finds 200 sex trafficking victims, including 59 missing kids Actor Leah Remini files lawsuit against the Church of Scientology and its current leader Video: Man hit repeatedly by Oklahoma police during arrest Scott Walker says if Trump is culpable, so are Schumer, Sanders Florida set to execute inmate James Phillip Barnes, who claimed to have more victims Star-studded 90s Con to take over Tampa next month. See the full guest lineup ‘She’s not a convicted felon’: Lawyer says police wrongly arrested woman in Lakeland rapper’s shooting death Former President Trump indicted for charges related to Jan. 6 Capitol attack ‘Gravy-themed’ roller coaster coming to Midwest theme park Lawmakers express outrage over surprise Fitch decision House COVID panel requests briefing on fall vaccine plans from new CDC head ‘I wasn’t going to come out of the water without finding her.’ Good Samaritan credited with pulling three from reservoir ‘I was literally in a panic’: Wrong-way crash victim recounts scary collision on I-75 ramp Skeletal remains found in 2007 identified 39-year-old woman, Sarasota deputies say $60K worth of equipment stolen from FDOT subcontractor’s boat in Bradenton Lowest-paying jobs in Lakeland Florida school board bans cellphone use, even during lunch periods Helicopter door falls off, lands on Florida business ‘I need help now’: Wife’s frantic 911 call released after Miami-Dade Police Director shot himself Police say all Senate buildings cleared, no active shooter found Rondé’s Road to Canton: Closing the ‘Vet’ with legendary 92-yard pick-six US workers estimate they need $1.8M to retire: survey Chick-Fil-A restaurant to feature 4-lane drive-thru under elevated kitchen Brody’s POV: Science-Backed strategies to slow aging New Frontier Airlines policy requires you to drop off bags sooner Everything in Moderation: Celebrity Chef Jason Smith shares his blueberry-lemon hand pie recipe Woman escapes from cinder block cage; FBI looks for more possible victims Tampa Police Dept. hosts annual ‘Shop with a Cop’ event DeSantis: Florida history standards ‘not shilling for slavery’ Highest-paying jobs in Lakeland Woman kidnapped, kept in cinder block cell in Oregon home; FBI believes there may be other victims 5 revelations from Trump’s Jan. 6 indictment Inside the online world of people who think they can change their race DOJ raises conflict of interest issues with Walt Nauta’s attorney in Mar-a-Lago case FBI finds 200 sex trafficking victims, including 59 missing kids Trump to make first court appearance Thursday afternoon in Jan. 6 case Man found dead inside barrel at Malibu beach identified Canada PM Trudeau and wife Sophie announce separation Durbin fires back at Alito over SCOTUS ethics: ‘Not the 101st member’ of the Senate Climate change made July hotter for 4 of 5 humans on Earth: Scientists With two HGTV shows, Christina Hall finds success in going solo House Republicans open investigation into email breach at federal agencies Jury recommends death penalty for Pittsburgh Tree of Life synagogue shooter Dog reportedly found dead in crocodile’s mouth: FWC Bond denied for woman accused of DUI crash that killed bride on wedding night Federal agents serve WWE’s Vince McMahon with subpoena Family awarded $11M for Florida mother’s kratom death: report Report: Tesla seeks $100M from US for Semi charging route You can have beauty & protection at the same time with coastal impact windows 2023’s most hurricane-vulnerable counties News outlets duped by ‘Eco-Barbie’ hoax  Taylor Swift reportedly gives ‘Eras Tour’ truckers $100,000 bonuses Son ‘shattered’ after Florida mom found dead with zip-tie around her neck Driver accused of gross negligence in crash that killed actor Treat Williams Taylor Swift gives $55 Million in bonuses to Eras Tour crew: Report Light bulb ban: What to know as rule goes into effect Florida man who attacked Black men near 1923 massacre site convicted of hate crimes Great Wolf Lodge holds $84 one-day flash sale for end of year stays Florida deputy shares touching story after teen clocked at 132 mph on I-4 Tim Scott to visit southern border amid surge in arrests Inaugural FLOCC event spotlights growing landscape of LGBTQ tourism ‘Haunted Mansion’ super fan reveals ride secrets and reviews new movie Hooters 40th Anniversary and Ronde’s Road to Canton Pence condemns Trump on Jan. 6 indictment: ‘Country is more important’ Changes in Florida Alimony Law Savvy Self-Care Back to School Organizing Saving Lives through Early Detection with Life Guard Imaging Signs you’re in an abusive relationship Wellness Wednesday – GuideWell Emergency Doctors: Quality Emergency Care You Can Trust Platelet Rich Plasma (PRP) for Hair Restoration VIDEO: Police wrongly stop family, hold them at gunpoint ‘Heartbreaking and tragic’: Florida boy, 13, dies after freediving incident Tracking the Tropics: Hurricane season enters its busiest stretch ‘Get paid when it gets paid’: Fed rate hikes crunch balance-carrying cardholders Pregnant woman dies after crash near I-4 exit ramp in Seffner Riverview-to-MacDill ferry project dead in the water, county commissioners say More teachers are quitting their jobs. Those of color often are more likely to leave Heartbreaking video shows person speed off after abandoning dog at Florida park Tampa Bay area’s July heat made 4 times more likely by climate change: study Districts struggle to fill teacher vacancies, Pasco holds school hiring events 4 Florida cities named ‘best’ places to live in the U.S.: report Five takeaways from Trump’s indictment for trying to overturn the 2020 election Biden-Tuberville feud deepens with Space Command decision Fitch downgrades US credit rating over rising debt, repeated standoffs Mega Millions jackpot now $1.25 billion after no one hits top prize Bond denied for woman accused of killing newlywed bride in drunken crash Mega Millions jackpot rises to $1.25B after no big winner Drier after sunset, later round of rain Thursday