WFLA Articles: January 5, 2023

Chief says agency understaffed, vehicles outdated as Tampa Fire Rescue faces criticism on response times ‘Stranger Things’ star Noah Schnapp comes out as gay 5 worst global weather disasters of 2022 Multiple people shot in Florida during French Montana music video shoot, reports say VIDEO: Transformers explode during California storm New Pinellas County congresswoman among Republicans blocking McCarthy from becoming Speaker Universal moves to build rail stop in Orlando’s tourism hub Alabama firefighter terminated over tattoo on back of head Email addresses linked to 235M Twitter accounts leaked in hack McCarthy fails for 3rd long day in GOP House speaker fight Police investigating shootings at homes, office of 4 New Mexico elected officials ‘Devastating’: Connecticut state lawmaker killed in crash involving wrong-way driver FEMA deadline for Hurricane Ian assistance approaching NFL Players, Bucs continue to show support for Damar Hamlin Everyone who’s gotten a vote for Speaker so far Delta announces free Wi-Fi coming next month: how to sign up Southwest Airlines customers complain of refund frustrations, missing bags Fanone, lawmakers call for accountability ahead of Jan 6 anniversary ‘It’s definitely unsettling’: 13-year-old accused of shooting another teen at Curtis Hixon Park Tampa City Council votes to change city charter Pending home sales ‘plummet’ to lowest level since 2015, report says College student helps 7-year-old out of submerged car in Lakeland on Christmas Eve No charges, no job after Pinellas deputy found with 9 whiskey bottles in cruiser DC bar offers $218 special to become ‘Speaker of the Pub’ amid House drama Police identify person of interest after Florida couple murdered in senior living community New Louisiana law requires age verification to view porn sites California ocean piers collapse, waves rise to 35 feet amid ‘bomb cyclone’ storms FDA rejects petitions on abortion pills from left- and right-leaning groups NFL will not resume Bills-Bengals game: AP sources Democrat Mary Peltola open to forming coalition majority with Republicans What are the 10 largest US lottery jackpots ever won? First newborn surrendered to Florida Safe Haven Baby Box Endangered right whale with calf spotted off Florida coast Kia Telluride: Best Family Car To Buy 2023 How much pressure is needed to halt the Falcons Sunday? Tampa woman arrested, charged in airport assault case Sober Curious Movement Picks Up Speed in 2023 US, Germany to supply Ukraine with more fighting vehicles Direct Primary Care | New 2023 Health Trend Psilocybin | Major Breakthrough in Mental Health Treatment Bills: Safety Damar Hamlin showing ‘remarkable improvement’ Film producer robs Florida bank to fund movie, DOJ says Teen Mental Health Takes Center Stage in 2023 Florida man fed tuna with antifreeze to pets, killing at least 3 cats and 1 dog, deputies say Sununu on possible 2024 run: ‘It’s definitely conversations that we’re having’ Ronzoni discontinues specific pasta shape, and fans aren’t happy Former Bucs’ CB named Pro Football Hall of Fame finalist for third-straight year How to reconnect with old friends in the new year Hollywood liberals make hay of GOP’s House Speaker fight Democratic members, Fanone call on GOP to condemn political violence ahead of Jan. 6 anniversary $351M unclaimed funds returned to Floridians in 2022: CFO Clearwater man charged with smuggling guns to Mexico Meet the Florida three-year-old who never leaves home without her doll, ‘Creepy Chloe’ Woman charged with poisoning husband over and over Eagles ‘Hotel California’ tour to return to Tampa’s Amalie Arena DNA, cell records, car link Kohberger to Idaho killings: Affidavit Democratic leaders urging rank-and-file to remain in Washington to vote against McCarthy Former professional wrestler Jeff Bearden tells of a thrilling ride in new memoir Peloton to pay $19M penalty over treadmill defects Cuellar says Republicans shouldn’t count on him for help Florida man wins millions off Powerball ticket Video shows man tossing dog over cell tower fence in California 13-year-old accused of shooting teen during fight at Curtis Hixon Park Teen hospitalized as a ‘trauma alert’ after ATV collision in Pasco County; child injured <strong>A Different Kind of Feel Good This Dry January</strong><br> Democratic Sen. Bob Casey reveals cancer diagnosis Mother ‘intentionally’ drove car into lake with 2 young sons, killing all 3, police say <strong>Savvy Self-Care</strong> Bed Bath & Beyond warns investors of possible bankruptcy How to answer when ‘Opportunity Knocks’ Tampa Internation Airport announces winner of ‘wildly popular’ name the flamingo contest Biden hits highest approval rating in more than a year Major Health Summit happening in Tampa Bay Vegan Baked Brie in Puff Pastry Recipe Big Game Bound: Damar Hamlin in focus as NFL enters final week of regular season Biden discusses border security amid first visit to US-Mexico border FTC unveils proposal to ban noncompete clauses Damar Hamlin awake at hospital, showing “remarkable improvement” Florida landlord locked tenants in garage, threatened to shoot them, deputies say Who are McCarthy’s GOP opponents? How to see the 1st meteor shower of 2023 ‘Professional arsonist’ sentenced after setting patrol car on fire in Spring Hill Senate plans hearings on Southwest holiday meltdown McCarthy fails for 3rd long day in GOP House speaker fight What can’t the House do without a Speaker? 74-year-old using walker killed in Hillsborough County hit-and-run; driver sought Dozens of Florida manatees in rehab amid ongoing starvation Suspect in killing of Migos rapper Takeoff out on $1 million bond, records show Not sure how to play Mega Millions? Here’s what you need to know Bald eagle’s wing amputated after being shot in West Virginia Healthier Lifestyle in 2023 The Florida Lottery Student of the Week: Cetan Falcon TODAY ONLY SPECIAL OFFER: Breakthrough Medical Treatment for E.D. – No Pills, No injections HCSO detention deputy arrested for selling ‘cannabis-laced brownies’ to inmates Tampa City Council reviews mayor’s appointment process after police chief resigns House Speaker vote: House votes to adjourn after McCarthy falls short 11th time St. Petersburg City Council to discuss adding more money to rental assistance program Police: 87-year-old woman dies after crashing into parked car on I-4 Alabama woman finds trashed teddy bear with human ashes inside Man charged in university student killings arrives in Idaho What can’t the House do without a Speaker? Mother, stepfather of missing 11-year-old girl indicted by grand jury Harriett and M15’s 1st hatchling of the season arrives Officials: Utah father killed wife, mother-in-law and 5 children in murder-suicide Lobbyists relish return to Capitol after years of COVID restrictions Trump’s abortion remarks underscore political peril for GOP Prince Harry says William attacked him during argument: Report Missing Tampa woman found safe, police say Photos: Thousands mourn Benedict XVI at funeral celebrated by pope 8 found fatally shot in Utah home, including 5 children Woman killed in high-speed crash on I-75 in Seffner Thousands mourn Benedict XVI at funeral celebrated by pope Turning chilly tonight, cooler into the weekend