WFLA Articles: September 26, 2023

René Pinto’s 2-run homer and Manuel Margot’s 2 RBIs help Rays outlast Red Sox 9-7 Colin Kaepernick pens letter to New York Jets asking to be signed to practice squad Regulators warn: Don’t pay for COVID-19 tests you didn’t order Culver’s bringing back beloved cheese curd-topped burger WATCH: Dashcam video released of teens leading troopers on chase along Selmon Expressway Military funding in government shutdown crosshairs The Hollywood writers strike ends after guild leaders approve contract with studios Wedding hall fire kills at least 100 people, injures 150 more in northern Iraq House GOP advances 4 spending bills after failed attempts California enacts first statewide gun and ammunition tax in the country Sweet and Spicy: McDonald’s releasing 2 limited-time dipping sauces Florida man bit 41 times by rabid otter, report says Orioles third baseman Brooks Robinson dies at 86 Luck, fate, and coincidences save baseball coach who suffered cardiac arrest on field Menendez faces avalanche of Democratic calls to step down Residents feel Manatee County slow to act on housing project for veterans Would a government shutdown impact SNAP, WIC food assistance? Last supermoon of 2023: What to know about this week’s harvest moon Senate votes to advance short-term funding bill to avoid government shutdown  Florida to seek death penalty against man accused of murdering Lyft driver What is affected by a government shutdown — and what isn’t Signs of dangerous bacteria found in fast food water samples, study finds 8-foot boa constrictor found in car hood at South Carolina dealership Families call for safety measures at Plant City intersection after second fatal train crash Polk leaders consider removing sexual orientation, gender identity wording from new policy Biden takes it to Trump on Michigan picket line USPS could do more to prevent mail carrier robberies, postal police union says Skunk-squirrel? What is this odd critter? ‘It’s devastating’: Daughter of woman found in alligator’s mouth reflects on tragedy First dog Commander Biden bites another Secret Service agent Senators unveil bill to avoid shutdown Republicans blame Democrats’ policies for crime in Chicago Mom gets 35 days in jail after crash kills her 14-year-old son Judge rules Trump committed fraud in building real estate empire Judge rules Donald Trump defrauded banks, insurers as he built real estate empire McCarthy: Meeting with Biden is ‘very important’ amid shutdown, border talks Target closing 9 stores in 4 states for safety of workers, shoppers amid thefts FHP finds pile of Fentanyl, Heroin after traffic stop Kraft Mac & Cheese brings back fan-favorite pasta shape after fans call for its return WATCH: Jack-In-The-Box employee shot at Florida family in drive-thru over curly fries, according to court docs National Coffee Day: Where can I get free or discounted coffee? Hispanic Heritage: Quinceañera, a beautiful Latina tradition Tampa police investigating if unprescribed drugs factored into death of ex-NFL player Mike Williams Bulls QB Brown named AAC Offensive Player of Week, Simmons on AAC Honor Roll WATCH: Rare ‘Dumbo’ octopus caught on camera during deep sea exploration John Mulaney announces Tampa stand-up show WATCH: Florida family shot at over curly fries in Jack-In-The-Box drive-thru Biden strikes with UAW members: ‘You deserve a hell of a lot more’ Shrek’s Swamp now an Airbnb stay in Scotland Amazon hit with antitrust lawsuit by FTC, 17 states Missing Florida police K-9 found after 24-hour search Spain charges pop singer Shakira with tax evasion for a second time and demands more than $7 million Bucs with Bowles: Searching for answers after frustrating loss to the Eagles WATCH: Biden joins UAW strike picket line, addresses the crowd through a bullhorn while standing on a wood pallet Here are the Democrats who have called for Menendez to resign Tampa Bay area city ranks as one of the best places to visit in the U.S. ChatGPT given the ability to talk Rosen becomes fourth vulnerable Democratic senator to demand Menendez resign  Breaking down what happened in Bucs first loss of the season Booker joins chorus of Democrats calling for Menendez to step down Popular Tampa transportation service to remain fare-free Vulnerable Democrats Tester and Casey to donate money they took from Menendez  Las Vegas teens accused in bicyclist’s death arraigned in court Government shutdown: Which veterans’ benefits may, may not be affected Florida man climbs rescue vehicle, taunts police JPMorgan to pay $75 million on claims that it enabled Jeffrey Epstein’s sex trafficking operations Florida winner of $1.6B Mega Millions jackpot comes forward to claim prize Driver stabbed after 3-vehicle crash on Howard Frankland Bridge, troopers say Interactive Art: A journey through Fairgrounds St. Pete ‘What remains do I have?’ Woman who got ashes learns dog was not cremated; body left in freezer Hunter Biden sues Giuliani for ‘hacking’ and disseminating his data VIDEO: Haines City man ‘ruthlessly’ beaten while defending woman from knife-wielding attacker Creating a Cozy Home: Simple tips for a warm and inviting space Supreme Court refuses to revive Alabama’s GOP-drawn congressional map Morgan Wallen announces Tampa stop on stadium tour ‘Probably Haunted’: Sign outside Massachusetts property makes mysterious claim Family Meal Comparisons at Save-a-lot Must-see video shows sharks swimming near fisherman: ‘The guy fishing has no idea’ ‘It’s just devastating’: Families in shock after train hits vehicle, killing 6 McCarthy gets small spending win, Senate advances shutdown solution: live coverage 7 candidates have qualified for the second Republican presidential debate. Here’s who missed the cut FDNY deaths from 9/11 illnesses now equal those killed in the attack 1 dead, 2 injured in deadly shooting spree at Florida resort Potential link found between Merck antiviral and mutated COVID strains Run for Fun: Dealing with pre-race anxiety Florida Lottery announces first round of $500 limited-time raffle winners Rising cyberattacks on schools put students at risk Biden sees warning signs with independent voters in lackluster polls  Disturbance with high development chance likely to become tropical depression later this week, NHC says Powerball jackpot climbs to $835 million after no one beats the odds 3 Powerball tickets worth $1 million sold in Florida; no jackpot winner Plenty of afternoon storms each day this week