WFLA Articles: January 26, 2024

Gasparilla takes over St. Joseph’s Children’s Hospital ahead of invasion Pirates preparing to invade Tampa Bay Scammers posing as Florida sheriffs demand porn from victims Vince McMahon resigns as chairman of TKO Group amid sex trafficking allegations Vince McMahon resigns as chairman of TKO Group amid sex trafficking allegations Trump says he’ll appeal ‘ridiculous’ E. Jean Carroll defamation ruling Motorcyclist dies after crash with truck at Hillsborough County intersection NFL reaches ‘major milestone’ with record 9 minority head coaches in place for the 2024 season Deebo Samuel cleared to play in NFC Championship Birthday preparations underway for America’s oldest living person JetBlue tells Spirit Airlines that it may terminate its $3.8 billion buyout offer challenged by US VIDEO: Tequila thief pepper-sprays Florida Walgreens cashier, police say Motorcyclist dies in 3-vehicle crash in Citrus County: FHP ‘It’s stressful’: Blind woman fed up after guide dog denied service by rideshare drivers Warm and rather dry for Gasparilla NFC Championship: Playoff history between the 49ers and Lions How many Chipotles does one city need? Florida abortion measure qualifies for 2024 ballot, but its fate hinges on court ruling Travis Kelce responds to Taylor Swift’s recent spike in NFL backlash Biden pauses approvals of natural gas exports Georgia Senate votes to create committee to investigate Fani Willis Customers shop for last-minute items ahead of Gasparilla DMV title fraud ‘growing’ without signature verification process in place White House ‘alarmed’ by circulation of fake AI-generated Taylor Swift photos Juvenile seriously injured in Tampa shooting, police say Jury orders Trump to pay $83.3 million for defaming E. Jean Carroll Judge denies motion to dismiss charges in Idaho murders, fails to set trial start date Senate immigration deal in danger of collapsing Polk County sinkhole filled in; neighbors wary but not worried Witness describes Alabama’s first execution by nitrogen gas International Court of Justice orders Israel to prevent genocide inside Gaza DeSantis: Social media ban for minors ‘may create some legal issues’ Getting Results: Help arrives for sisters struggling 16 months after Hurricane Ian Scammers posing as Hillsborough, Pasco sheriffs, demand porn from victims Key takeaways from UN court’s ruling on Israel’s war in Gaza Sargassum seaweed bloom explodes to ‘new record’ size Florida teen accused of stabbing classmate with steak knife charged with attempted murder City council considers banning fast food restaurants on Venice Island Staying safe at the Gasparilla Parade Alabama man shook violently on gurney during first-ever nitrogen gas execution Pirate booty workout Charcuterie Cones: A pirate snack White House ‘deeply troubled’ over execution of man using nitrogen gas in Alabama Trump awaits Carroll verdict after fiery closing arguments Here’s where to catch an Uber or Lyft at Gasparilla Harry Connick Sr., father of actor & musician, dies at 97 A Pirate’s Life for Gasparilla: How to dress the part An easy mocktail for enjoying a dry Gasparilla Microsoft Teams not working? It’s not just you Lawmakers, families brainstorm solutions to end gun violence Are you up for the viral 75 Hard Challenge? ‘A Family, Maybe’ shares the true tale of love and legal struggles met by one couple hoping to adopt VIDEO: Hillsborough County suspect hides near cattle field to avoid arrest Harnessing empathy to achieve growth City of Tampa plans to collect more than 21 tons of trash at Gasparilla House vandalized with pepperoni: ‘As an Italian, it hurts the heart’ Florida bumble bee may soon be on endangered list: US wildlife officials Grand Cathedral Cigars has liquor license temporarily suspended after community complaints WATCH: Helicopter crew rescues climbers after fall in Utah slot canyon Closing arguments in Trump defamation trial ‘Disruption’ at NYC comedy show prompts evacuation, viral video appears to show: Was it all a publicity stunt for a TV series? US-19 North in Pinellas reopens after deadly crash Is it possible to have your card skimmed through Apple Pay? Trio of thieves caught on video during burglary of former FSU President’s home Newborn baby found behind dumpster in Mississippi Citrus County couple left 8 dogs in feces-ridden, mold-infested home, deputies say Bryan Kohberger tries to get charges thrown out for second time WATCH: Hulk Hogan shows up at son’s DUI arrest in Clearwater “Beyond Beads: The Real Treasure Hunters Embark on a Quest for Authentic Riches” Trump walks out of court in middle of E. Jean Carroll closing arguments Pirate Philanthropy: Gasparilla Pirates’ Compassionate Contributions to Tampa Bay NASA’s Mars helicopter damaged, Ingenuity mission ends Superfan of ‘The Wizard of Oz’ shares love for classic movie with The Oz Vlog USPS releases ‘Year of the Dragon’ stamp to mark Lunar New Year Winter Haven man sentenced for dealing methamphetamine FAA clears path for Boeing 737 Max planes to resume flying Democratic concerns grow amid RFK Jr. ballot push in battleground states Rare collectibles from decades of ‘Wizard of Oz’ history Beyond Vanilla and Chocolate: Ice cream sandwiches you need to try Tesla recalls nearly 200,000 vehicles over software glitch affecting backup camera Boeing 737 Max 9 jets back in the sky following inspection What to know if you’re about to fly on a Boeing Max 9 Tesla recalls nearly 200,000 vehicles over software glitch Couple’s Caribbean cruise ends in tragedy after crashing motorcycle during excursion 6 states facing the most serious groundwater crises Justin Timberlake coming to Tampa with ‘The Forget Tomorrow World Tour’ Florida woman’s body discovered a day after her husband’s truck found engulfed in flames, deputies say ‘He loves the sea’: Meet Efruz, the surfing Jack Russell terrier Man accused of stalking Taylor Swift outside her home held without bail after 3 arrests DeSantis announces plan to grow Florida’s semiconductor industry Pirates prepare for Gasparilla invasion George Carlin estate sues over fake comedy special purportedly generated by AI Schools using surveillance tech to catch students vaping, hitting some with harsh punishments Trump allies jockey to be VP: ‘There’s outright auditions happening’ Still warm through Saturday, then a cold front