WFLA Articles: September 5, 2023

Missing man died alone because hospital gave him fake name instead of ‘John Doe,’ sister says Moffitt Cancer specialist sheds light on rare skin cancer that led to Jimmy Buffett’s death 1 hospitalized after 2 semi-trucks collide, sparking fire in Polk County ‘Very shocking’: Alligator with missing snout spotted roaming around Florida park Panda Express launching new entrée nationwide Alaska couple reunited with cat 26 days after home collapsed into river 84-year-old Pinellas Park man arrested on child pornography charges Pinellas County man charged with possessing, transmitting child pornography Holmes Beach gas station fuel tainted with water from Hurricane Idalia Carnival Cruise passenger reported missing after ship returns to Florida Why are Nature Valley granola bars so messy? Roofer arrested, charged with grand theft after 8 On Your Side investigation Three-legged bear breaks into Florida home, drinks White Claws USF Football home opener set for Saturday against FAMU  Ex-Proud Boys leader Enrique Tarrio sentenced to 22 years in prison for Jan. 6 NFL players follow musical passion to create songs featured on Madden 24 video game IRS won’t process woman’s tax return because they think she is dead Was your home damaged by Idalia? Here’s how to apply for FEMA assistance These 5 Florida cities are among deadliest for pedestrians Joe Jonas files for divorce from Sophie Turner in Florida, marriage ‘irretrievably broken’ Hillsborough County Schools targeted in cyberattack  RSV rising in one US region, CDC issues alert Missing Tampa Bay kayakers found in dark after 8 hours Biden announces UN General Assembly representatives for US  Gaetz advocates forcing impeachment votes in warning to McCarthy 19k+ gallons of contaminated water recovered after Port Manatee oil spill, Coast Guard says ‘Dream Weaver’ singer Gary Wright dies at 80 RSV rising in Florida, CDC issues alert Biden administration invests $100 million to train more nurses and grow the workforce Here’s how many people were arrested for DUI over Labor Day weekend in Tampa Diarrhea ‘all the way through’ Delta plane forces flight to turn around, pilot says McConnell brushes off medical incident, touts ‘busy’ August in Senate return Amtrak train crashes into semi-truck in Polk County Schumer urges House Republicans to drop demands on government funding Police investigating ‘suspicious’ deaths of 3 people found inside Pinellas Park home Hope, Healing and Recovery: Richard Russo shares his personal journey of overcoming and recovering from substance use Tennessee zoo reveals name of rare spotless giraffe born in July Florida firefighters rescue owl trapped on vehicle’s roof rack The Tampa Bay Fashion Experience is coming to Tampa this week Comer subpoenas Mayorkas and Secret Service, DHS staffers in Hunter Biden probe Hurricane Idalia: Disaster Unemployment Assistance available to qualifying Floridians How to level up your personal brand Thru-hiking the Colorado Trail, 486 Miles across the western wilderness FWC rescues newborn manatee separated from mother after Hurricane Idalia Life could change again for iPhone users worldwide Promoting wellness in the Tampa Bay community through social curation collabs The Power of Reinventing Yourself Bradenton man charged for shooting at people after funeral, police say Lakeland man arrested for Snickers bar battery WWII veteran celebrates 104th birthday in Sarasota What does the car of the future look like?  United flights allowed to take off after systemwide outage United Airlines ground stop lifted after ‘technology issue’ ‘Operation Summer’s End’: 77 DUI arrests made in Hillsborough County over Labor Day weekend Best and worst states for securing concert tickets Whoopi Goldberg misses ‘View’ season premiere after testing positive for COVID again Age is nothing but a number for singles dating in their golden years Breeze Airways offers 50% off these 15 flights from Tampa Keep the BBQ season going strong with these spare ribs About West Shore Home Prosecutors ask Congress for help in ‘race against time’ to protect children from AI dangers Texas AG Ken Paxton can’t be compelled to testify in impeachment trial, rules Lt. Gov. Patrick Government asks to postpone meeting in Santos trial to continue negotiations Carnival Cruise passenger reported missing after ship returns to Florida Treat your skin this Fall at The Spa at Tampa EDITION Health & Wellness with Chewy: Tips for Selecting an Insurance Plan for Your Pet Tropical Storm Lee expected to become ‘extremely dangerous hurricane’ by weekend McConnell’s health episodes show no evidence of strokes or seizures, Capitol physician says Do you ever feel like you just can’t get a deep breathe? People are easier targets for identity theft after natural disasters. Why? Proud Boys’ Enrique Tarrio gets record 22 years in prison for Jan. 6 seditious conspiracy Disney’s newest ship, the Disney Treasure, will embark from Florida next year Member of ‘Tennessee Three’ looks to challenge Blackburn for Senate Revamp Your Skin Routines Valuing Home Cleaning Professionals Murdaugh lawyers seek new trial, alleging court official tampered with jury McConnell does not have seizure disorder, did not suffer stroke, says Capitol physician Court strikes down Alabama congressional map in scathing opinion USF Bulls fall to WKU in 2023 season opener Polk County deputy tries to ram patrol vehicle during 130 mph chase, gets arrested: PCSO Down There Doc shares tips for pelvic floor disorders CDC warns doctors to be on lookout for deadly flesh-eating bacteria Ways to handle Tampa Bay allergy season Tampa man shares powerful life saving story with Life Guard Imaging Video: Michigan officer saves toddler during traffic stop Hurricane Idalia Came and Left, Now What? Must-Have Beauty Trends 77-year-old Dade City driver dies in crash after running stop sign: FHP Highest paying jobs in Tampa for high school graduates Subway’s 180-foot flying footlong coming to Florida Affidavit reveals what Polk County dad said after killing his 16-year-old son Jackery Launches Brand New Products Solar Generator 1000 Plus and 300 Plus Lone River Tequila Inspired Beverages Serve up Texas-sized Flavor for All Your Summer Fun 10 Must-have cleaning supplies for a spotless home Senate Democrat asks Roberts to investigate Alito 5 Salad recipes to revitalize your healthy eating routine This amazing car is partially made of garbage Navy, Air Force, Army secretaries call on Tuberville to end hold on promotions Man crossing South St. Pete road fatally struck by pickup truck Small towns are disbanding police forces, citing hiring woes Endoscopic alternative for patients facing spine surgery Great Wall of China section damaged ‘beyond repair’: report Tampa Bay area ranks among top 15 for possible job loss due to AI ‘It seemed to be the only choice’: Suspect leaves note inside victim’s car after violent attack Tropical wave has 90% chance of formation, could become a hurricane later this week WATCH: 3-legged bear breaks into Florida home, drinks White Claw The next presidential campaign may look a lot like the last one Run for Fun: The importance of stretching McConnell facing increasing scrutiny as Senate reconvenes after latest freeze-up McCarthy faces political minefield on Biden impeachment The Rolling Stones to release first studio album in 18 years First lady Jill Biden tests positive for COVID, President Biden’s results negative so far Tropical Storm Lee expected to become ‘extremely dangerous hurricane’ by weekend Proud Boys, Oath Keepers prosecutions set stage for Trump DC trial Low humidity continues through tomorrow