WFLA Articles: November 8, 2023

Ybor City businesses seeing sales slow down after mass shooting ‘The softer side’: Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd’s nature photography on display at new Haines City gallery Haley calls DeSantis ‘a liberal’ on environmental issues Haley calls Ramaswamy ‘scum’: ‘Leave my daughter out of your voice’ POLL: Who won the GOP primary debate in Florida? Trump says GOP should stop ‘wasting time’ on debates while opponents spar nearby Republican candidates clash on Ukraine Ex-CIA officer accused of sexually abusing dozens of women pleads guilty to charges Haley, DeSantis criticize Trump for skipping the third GOP debate and suggest he’s weakened Ramaswamy: Haley is ‘Dick Cheney in 3-inch heels’ Florida Purple Alert issued for missing Lakeland woman US drone shot down over Yemen Ramaswamy: GOP has become ‘party of losers’ Hollywood actors’ union reaches tentative deal with studios to end strike Hillsborough court bailiff arrested after physical altercation, sheriff says Lakeland man previously convicted of murder accused of punching 16-year-old at bus stop 5 Republican candidates spar at debate, while Trump holds a rally nearby. Follow live updates 8 dead in South Texas following fiery crash involving suspected human smuggler 2 more endangered Florida panthers struck and killed by vehicles, wildlife officials say ‘I want to get up and keep moving and fight again’: Bucs eager to bounce back against Titans High-end audio speakers found at Tampa company destroyed after judge rules they are counterfeits made in China Florida Senate sends school voucher bill to governor’s desk Tampa pediatrician uses his musical talents to help raise money for actors with special needs 2024 election: Abortion rights taking center stage St. Pete Pastor calls for additional safety measures outside elementary school 2 Las Vegas casino dealers accused of cheating ‘Everything I do is because of Gabby:’ Petito mom talks about foundation in daughter’s honor House GOP government funding bill hits snag amid abortion concerns   Woman dies a week after apparent elk attack in Arizona Florida Supreme Court takes up recreational marijuana amendment Punctured narcotics vials prompted changes in Hillsborough Fire Rescue drug security Found: Pasco County deputies locate missing, endangered 12-year-old Youngkin’s image suffers blow after Virginia losses ‘I can find a job now’: Pasco County Army veteran gifted new car Pandas from the National Zoo sent back to China, as U.S-China face diplomatic tensions Walmart bringing back sensory-friendly hours to stores nationwide St. Pete gang member accused of sexually battering 14-year-old girl: police Beshear’s star rises after Kentucky victory ‘Haven for Harvard refugees’: Free tuition offered to Harvard students who want to transfer to New College of Florida Martha Stewart offers a Thanksgiving-inspired stay at her New York home Florida Supreme Court asked to block Seminole Tribe sports betting after app relaunches Tampa’s smallest home for sale in Hyde Park listed for $379K Florida Senate passes legislation to support Israel, expand hurricane relief and school choice eligibility ‘Shockwaves of emotions’ after 4 current or former sheriff’s officials die by suicide in 24 hours FDA approves blockbuster drug for weight loss Have a $2 bill? It could be worth thousands Blinken warns Israel against long-term Gaza occupation Tackling the Titans: Bucs look to end 4-game skid against Tennessee, rookie quarterback Andrew Luck, Desmond Howard among former players to attend White House event on student-athletes VIDEO: Alligator caught relaxing on Florida beach Will the US get giant pandas back? Rockstar announces ‘Grand Theft Auto VI’; trailer coming in December WATCH: Viral video shows 13 lizards, frog ‘cuddling’ to stay warm on Florida windows How to navigate the holiday season with authentic joy Festive Feast: Foods to enjoy over the holidays Airbnb announces 5 ‘Guest Favorites,’ most loved homes in Florida Former Super Bowl champion Matt Ulrich dies at 41 Russian Olympic officials appeal to sports court against suspension by IOC 5 Ways to save $1,000 by Black Friday Owners of Colorado funeral home arrested after 189 bodies found on premises How to navigate holiday family drama House GOP subpoenas Hunter Biden alongside suite of Biden family members Body found on roof of amphitheater in Florida, police say Voters sided with Biden’s agenda in Democratic 2023 election wins, White House says It’s Skyline Time, Florida! Famous chili chain opens first Orlando location FDA approves weight loss drug from Eli Lilly that helped people lose up to 52 pounds Police in Wisconsin find alligator near Lake Michigan One injured after plant explosion in Texas, residents forced to take shelter for hours FWC declares ‘Battle of the Lakes’ winner with heaviest bass competition Help break the record for the world’s longest picnic blanket… for a good cause ‘Legend of Zelda’ live-action movie in the works, Nintendo announces How divorce can be contagious WWII pilot finally laid to rest 80 years after heroic act Breeze Airways adds 4 new nonstop routes from Tampa International Airport Tracking the Tropics: How common are November hurricanes? ‘It was hell’: Marine says Hertz falsely accused him of stealing rental car, leading to arrest, jail ‘We were in disbelief’: Man wins $1M on lottery ticket the day after his wedding Unattended burn pile sets Crystal River home ablaze with caged animals inside Hot holiday fashion trends in Tampa Bay Holiday proofing your relationship Discover recipes that may add years to your life House GOP elects Blake Moore as vice chair, replacing Speaker Johnson Ivanka Trump offers subdued testimony in New York fraud trial: Recap Cherelle Parker becomes 1st woman elected as Philadelphia mayor ‘Panda Express’: Pandas board plane to return to China The Yellow Pillow Debate: Comforting keepsake or grubby health hazard? BBQ Love Fest brings the best pitmasters to Tampa for a cause The Honda Civic Type R: This contender is anything but boring Trump will try to upstage GOP debate with rally targeting South Florida’s Cuban community ‘Really lucky’: Florida woman says snorkel mask saved her from serious injury in gator attack Mastering the Real Estate Market: Insights from TAB Law Firm and Abundance Real Estate Coaching Program Taking care of your health all year long Life Guard Imaging: Leader of Impact Campaign Special crew cleans up veterans cemetery in New York City Mattel creates Barbie of first female Principal Chief of the Cherokee Nation The commute to Orlando is bright with these Brightline train plans Online sports betting returns on limited basis in Florida 223 citations issued in Gandy Boulevard speeding crackdown, St. Pete police say Bulls Sean Atkins named Burlsworth semifinalist ‘The Legend of Zelda’ will be made into a live-action film Patrick Dempsey named Sexiest Man Alive by People magazine Woman wins lottery twice in 1 week: ‘I’m in disbelief!’ ‘I thought I was going to die’: Florida Amazon delivery driver opens up after being bitten by rattlesnake Have a $2 bill? It could be worth thousands Blazing hot October almost guarantees 2023 will be the hottest year ever recorded Tuberville, GOP struggle to break blockade on military promotions Haley, DeSantis barrel toward debate showdown 5 things to watch in the third GOP debate Patrick Dempsey named Sexiest Man Alive by People magazine for 2023 Above average temps through the weekend 5 takeaways from a winning election night for Democrats