WFLA Articles: July 27, 2023

July 27
Dozens want to see St. Pete historic Black community restored ‘Terrifying scene’: Law enforcement officers shoot man who held person at gunpoint in Dade City, deputies say Auburndale property search ends without finding Tonya Whipp, police say Five revelations from new Trump charges Senate passes annual defense bill, teeing up showdown with House Randy Meisner, founding member of the Eagles, dies at 77 ‘Shocked’ Schumer issues defense of Senate pages who were cursed at by GOP lawmaker  Randy Meisner, founding member of the Eagles and singer of ‘Take It to the Limit,’ dies at 77 Woman has purse stolen while dropping off son at Manatee County daycare DeSantis compares Florida’s controversial Black history standards to AP course he rejected Contending for the Bucs starting QB spot: Baker Mayfield and Kyle Trask find camaraderie amid competition All Pasco students to get free meals at school Trump charged with trying to delete Mar-a-Lago surveillance footage in new indictment What’s a ‘road gator’? Indiana sergeant sparks debate after asking Florida Highway Patrol what this roadside debris is called How scammers are using ‘Barbie’ craze to steal personal information Donald Trump faces additional charges in classified documents case in Florida Search tied to missing woman winds down at Auburndale mobile home park Bucs RB Sean Tucker cleared to play after heart condition diagnosis Florida deputies rescue 4 neglected horses, owners charged with animal cruelty ‘Out of control’: Video shows ride at New York park malfunctioning Larry Nassar survivors sue Michigan State over alleged ‘secret decisions’ on releasing documents Parkland victims’ parents go to Capitol Hill, advocate for school safety bills Supreme Court OKs Mountain Valley pipeline amid environmental concern Pasco couple in their 90s gets eviction notice after landscaper claims he was threatened Are there still tickets to see Jason Aldean in Tampa? Trump investigation puts GOP rivals on the spot over Jan. 6 Subway to give free sandwiches for life to person who changes their name to ‘Subway’ Bronny James discharged from hospital after cardiac arrest ‘Jackasses,’ ‘little s‑‑‑‑’: GOP congressman curses out teenage Senate pages Public not warned about sex offender camp growing in Tampa Bay woods Mother of 4 dies in bizarre treadmill accident No Trump Jan. 6 indictment expected Thursday: court official Florida man wins $1M top prize playing $5 scratch-off game Dishin’ It With Brody: Pesto Pasta Unplugging from Social Media Democrats introduce bill to eliminate student loan interest for current borrowers Healthy Back to School Snacks 5-year-old with cocaine in system shoots, kills brother Longtime South Tampa restaurant Datz to officially close its doors next month White House sharply rebuffs notion of president pardoning Hunter Biden Subway to give free sandwiches for life to one person who agrees to legally change name to ‘Subway’ Report details DeSantis’ 4-car crash in Tennessee Florida GOP congressman calls on state to ‘correct’ Black history standards on slavery amid recently approved curriculum Planning a trip to Europe? You’ll need to apply for ‘authorization’ starting in 2024 Diver hospitalized after being hit by police boat in Miami CDC: Meat allergy caused by tick bites is a growing concern LeBron James breaks silence after son Bronny’s hospitalization Karl Rove roasts DeSantis for floating RFK Jr. to lead health agencies: ‘This guy’s a nut’ Men’s use of personal care products doubles since 2004 Florida among states with Trader Joe’s recall for bugs in broccoli cheddar soup Ghost reefs: Florida’s vibrant underwater cities are turning into relics Feinstein told ‘just say aye’ at vote Taco Bell bringing Grilled Cheese Dipping Taco nationwide, along with ‘brand-new protein offering’ 911 call released of Miami-Dade police director who shot himself in Tampa LeBron James sends thanks, says family is ‘safe and healthy’ after Bronny’s cardiac arrest DeSantis defends new slavery teachings as civil rights leaders see pattern of ‘policy violence’ House GOP leaders to start recess early after being forced to punt funding bill Black Americans are under attack, say members of CBC Back To School: How to make new friends or reconnect with old ones House GOP approves first government funding bill amid intense spending fight Trump says attorneys had ‘productive’ meeting with DOJ SpaceX to launch satellites from Florida; Falcon Heavy launch delayed again Flight attendant injured after plane attempts to avoid mid-air collision in Florida A meat allergy caused by tick spit is getting more common, CDC says Floridians among the friendliest and most welcoming in the country A dream Lamb Tagine in ‘Destination Delicious: Morocco’ Celebs throw down cash in closely watched 2024 Senate races Hillsborough deputies rescue baby chicks stuck in sewer drain 11-year-old girl arrested over ‘false’ abduction report in Florida, police say WhatsApp launches video messaging McDonald’s to test spinoff brand named after forgotten, decades-old alien mascot Bud Light maker Anheuser-Busch lays off hundreds of US corporate workers after sales slump Rendering released of woman whose remains were found in suitcases floating in Florida waterway Florida Marine among 3 found dead inside car died of carbon monoxide poisoning, police say Former Michigan GOP gubernatorial candidate pleads guilty to Jan. 6 charge 30-foot whale shark spotted in Panama City Beach This Florida city ranks among America’s top ‘urban heat islands’ Trump braces for third possible indictment as grand jury meets 2018-2023 Nissan Leaf EV recalled for cruise-control acceleration flaw DeSantis will headline a barbecue billed as South Carolina Republicans’ largest annual gathering Raskin calls on Comer to ‘publicly reprimand’ Greene over explicit Hunter Biden photos Man finds nearly 10-foot long boa constrictor in backyard in Virginia Today’s Joy Bauer whips up Pickle de Gallo & Corn Salsa on Bloom Pinellas man who shot victim in drive-by shooting, arrested: police Norfolk Southern: East Palestine train derailment cost at $803 million Easing Kids Back to School Anxiety Teen who stormed Capitol on Jan. 6, sat in Pence chair sentenced to prison How Spirituality Ties into Fitness, Family & Fortune Barbie is enjoying a resurgence. So why are some people putting the dolls in blenders? Bluffing or not, Putin’s declared deployment of nuclear weapons to Belarus raises tensions Supreme Court grants request to lift block on Mountain Valley Pipeline Boy’s lawn work side hustle pays off with generous surprise from police Enhance Home Solutions is saving people’s lives with solar and back up power US economy blows past expectations: 3 quick takeaways  Throwback Thursday: name the classic movies shot in Tampa Bay and show a picture from your time as an intern Financial Planning for Your Future Elevate Your BLT: The Avocado toast open faced sandwich Fresh Summer Fashion Dr. Avena’s Nutrition Tips to Stay on Track with Your Health Goals Behavioral health services for Individuals in their home and community US economic growth accelerates to surprising 2.4% in 2nd quarter Learn to Love Your Lashes The Director’s Cut: Summer’s Latest Movie Offerings White House bashes McCarthy for GOP pushback over Biden impeachment inquiry Who killed Jennifer Odom? Hernando County deputies make arrest in 30-year-old cold case Woman thrown from SUV in St. Petersburg, police investigating Tampa Bay Allergy Season Window to the Weekend: Back-to-School Bash with WWE’s Titus O’Neil Love your credit card points? A bill that may change them is still on the table Video: Bears enjoy summertime dip in hot tub at California home Sarasota County leaders to give update on malaria spread Young boy’s parents found after deputies find him wandering alone in Pasco County Florida girl, 11, fakes friend’s kidnapping because she thought it ‘would be funny’: deputies Firefighters battle large blaze in Tampa Tropical depression could form as soon as this weekend, NHC says Musk’s X takes over @x handle from longtime user As e-bikes proliferate, so do deadly fires blamed on exploding batteries FDOT holds open house about changes coming to I-75 at MLK Jr. Boulevard DeSantis’s rocky week adds to image of campaign in crisis Vulnerable Republicans caught in bind over push to expunge Trump impeachments Tim Scott sparks fresh GOP interest as DeSantis stumbles Ghost reefs: Florida’s vibrant underwater cities are turning into relics What did Florida know about this sexual predator camp? Did anyone tell the public? Evening, coastal downpours fade after sunset