WFLA Articles: February 13, 2023

‘Really terrifying’: Woman injured on Florida State Fair ride Court to reconsider lawsuit against policy allowing transgender athletes to compete in Connecticut Michigan State University police: Shootings wound several Noem signs gender-affirming care ban for South Dakota youth Michigan State Shooting: Police say 3 killed, 5 injured, suspect had no connection to school Former Trump adviser Bolton to receive briefing on previous spy balloons Oscars response to Will Smith slap inadequate, academy head says Winner of record $2.04 billion Powerball jackpot finally comes forward Lawsuit claims Alabama man froze to death in police custody, was ‘likely’ placed in jail freezer ‘Galentine’s Day’ growing in popularity Lawmakers demand Biden address nation on UFO incursions Lawyer says Trump used ‘Classified Evening Summary’ empty folder to block light in bedroom at night Can Florida’s newly appointed insurance commissioner bring down rates? Alligator’s mouth taped shut since December, Brandon resident says Barney the purple dinosaur is getting an update DeSantis, legislative leaders roll out plan to prohibit ‘woke banking’ in Florida Austin Majors, child star from ‘NYPD Blue,’ dead at 27 Disney plans to follow Florida’s rules for Reedy Creek takeover, company says DeSantis floats replacing AP classes in Florida amid College Board fight Clearwater residents may get refunds after recycling issues Hurricane Ian debris pile has become dumping ground in Englewood, residents say Biden to award Medal of Honor to Vietnam-era Army officer Lawmakers look to protect children online United plane plunged 1,400 feet toward the Pacific, was within 800 feet of ocean Hundreds of fugitives wanted for violent crimes arrested in Operation North Star House GOP demands info from Fauci, other officials on COVID-19 origins Cardi B, Offset partner with McDonald’s for Valentine’s Day-inspired meal Cat with gang tattoo discovered in Cereso prison Growing concerns over how possible school boundary changes could impact students of color Florida teen arrested for DUI after crashing into house, troopers say Senators will get classified briefing on unidentified objects shot down over weekend  After 16 combat missions, brushes with death and long wait, Tampa veteran’s rank and medals finally restored HCSO: 157 drivers stopped, 28 arrested for DUI on Super Bowl Sunday White House announces plans to enhance transparency over nursing home ownership DeSantis reevaluating Florida’s relationship with College Board amid AP Studies feud Stranded dolphin rescued from Longboat Key in ‘critical condition’ McConnell demands answers on unidentified objects shot down: ‘What in the world is going on?’ Plant Based Foods for Fuel Couple forced to cancel vacation after erroneous $4K Starbucks tip After wearing traditional garment on the Tennessee house floor, lawmaker told to look for a new career Plant Based Food Myths Debunking Mental Health Myths At Home Full-body HIIT Workout Suicides increased after two years of declines: CDC data Florida man takes home $1M from scratch-off ticket Legendary Hawaii surf photographer captures his own final moments IRS has good news for taxpayers who received state relief payments last year Biden fires Architect of Capitol Otters invading backyards in Bradenton — it’s a good thing This place in Florida is the best spot to retire in America; Siesta Key in top 10 3 more chemicals discovered in Ohio train derailment McCarthy calls for resignation of Architect of Capitol Missing Florida woman found dead after boat flips kayak, second kayaker found alive 1 dead in 2-vehicle crash in Polk County, deputies say Having trouble making or keeping friends? It might be time to ask yourself, ‘Is it me?’ Sarasota senator’s bill adds being unvaccinated to Florida Civil Rights Act protections From exploring ice caves in Iceland to fly- fishing in North Carolina– Spring Break trip options abound VIDEO: Florida deputies save bleeding man from burning car Florida man accused of murdering hotel employee in Kentucky after couple refused to give him lighter Rent growth slowing nationally, but Tampa rent rising faster than US Tampa rapper accused of killing pregnant girlfriend denied bond McCarthy to lead congressional delegation to southern border Find the Right Financial Advisor For Retirement Meet the men who live the real life that inspired ‘Magic Mike’ ‘Mom confessions’: How much of your past life do you share with your children? Empowered by the Scan Celebration Fair food at its finest Easy-to-make love bug cupcakes US tells citizens to leave Russia immediately What we know and don’t know about the latest objects shot down by the US ‘Tubi should be sued for this’: Streaming service fakes out viewers with Super Bowl LVII ad U.S. general not ruling out aliens after jets down 4 objects in 8 days M&M’s spokescandies ‘back for good’ after temporary layoff U-Haul hits, injures 8 pedestrians in NYC; 2 critical College Board accuses Florida Department of Ed, Gov. DeSantis of ‘slander’ over responses to AP African Studies course Clearwater City Council to discuss reimbursement for Waste Management customers A nagging cough can hang on for weeks or months following a respiratory illness – and there is precious little you can do about it Georgia judge orders limited release of grand jury report on Trump election interference Small Business Checklist: Printing Essentials for Your Brand GPS Tracking and Divorce Damar Hamlin says he is ‘doing great,’ but emotional recovery will take time Trugoy the Dove, co-founder of hip-hop trio De La Soul, dies at 54 Florida football coach accused of having sex with student China says more than 10 US balloons flew in its airspace Church childcare supervisor fired, charged after kids given sleep aid Portugal church sex abuse study: victims may number 4,800 11 states eye ‘right to repair’ laws for farmequipment DeSantis announces new legislation to ban ESG, ‘woke’ banking in Florida CBD is not a cure-all – here’s what science says about its real health benefits Former NORAD official: Adversaries might be testing our systems with aerial objects Here’s what to do when you encounter people with ‘dark personality traits’ at work Hillsborough school board holds workshop on latest rezoning plan WATCH: Dog roots for Puppy Bowl contestants Clearwater woman hits man with his own car, says she doesn’t remember what happened: police Walter White’s underwear from ‘Breaking Bad’ up for auction for thousands of dollars U2 returning to stage in Las Vegas, minus one member Super Bowl field turned into a giant slip and slide Super Bowl ads featured celebs, humor, and lots of dogs Democrats look to squeeze GOP on Medicare, Social Security VA urges Camp Lejeune victims to press forward with disability claims Turning cool tonight, nice warm up for Valentine’s Day