WFLA Articles: January 3, 2024

HCSO wraps up Operation Ball Drop, numbers slightly lower than years before PHOTOS: Zoo Miami welcomes endangered babirusa, celebrates first successful birth of species Stunning natural event caught on video shows glow in water ‘He gave him a nip’: Family dog saves teen from Florida house fire ‘Absolutely heartbreaking’: 4 children die in house fire ‘People have guns’: Tampa residents warn of dangerous TikTok challenge Stark differences between U.S. and DR legal systems if TB Rays’ Franco goes to trial Woman dies in hit-and-run crash in St. Pete, police searching for suspect WATCH: Judge attacked in courtroom during sentencing Judge to make major decision in Rays’ Wander Franco’s future Court documents give new insight into Ziegler sex assault allegation Pasco County woman accused of smothering terminally ill boyfriend to death with pillow Unsealed court records offer new details on old sex abuse allegations against Jeffrey Epstein Oklahoma teen may be first person to beat original Tetris These were the most on-time US airlines, airports of 2023: report Prosecutors file evidence against Rays shortstop Wander Franco in Dominican Republic probe House GOP readies for border clashes with Senate, Mayorkas ‘He punched him in the face multiple times’: Auburndale man arrested after intentionally ramming vehicle, punching another driver Senate Democrats scoff at Biden’s Israel arms sale Homeowner says he killed intruder with suspect’s own gun in Indianapolis READ: Trump’s appeal of Colorado ballot ban to Supreme Court Pirate Pup Parade set to invade downtown Tampa What’s new on Netflix in January 2024? White House says its working to ease escalating tensions in the Middle East USA Boxing adds trans athlete policy to rulebook Trump appeals Colorado ballot ban to Supreme Court Trump fights effort to kick him off state ballots WWII-era practice bomb washes up on beach Stanley cups fly off the shelves at Target ahead of Valentine’s Day 2 Tampa Bay record stores to give Green Day fans early first listen of new album Tampa federal prosecutor who gave police business card avoids DUI charge, pleads down to reckless driving House republicans visit southern border Suspect charged with murder after man dies from ‘fentanyl intoxication’ ‘I’ll do everything I can to be out there’: Mayfield pushing through injury in hopes of playing in regular-season finale Going against FDA, Florida Surgeon General discourages use of mRNA COVID vaccines Firefighters put out large fire at the home of Miami Dolphins receiver Tyreek Hill Jackson Mahomes’ felony charges dismissed; misdemeanor could go to trial Thousands in stolen items found piled up in living room; 2 facing charges: HCSO Trump consolidates his support within House GOP The Oak Ridge Boys’ Joe Bonsall announces retirement from touring Crews put out fire at home of Dolphins star Tyreek Hill 8 dogs living in ‘several feet’ of feces rescued from home Buccaneers have one last shot to secure playoff spot against 2-14 Panthers What to know about competing GOP town halls, debate in Iowa Multiple state capitols receive bomb threats, prompting lockdowns Court records related to Jeffrey Epstein are set to be released, but they aren’t a client list Robert F. Kennedy Jr. qualifies for presidential ballot in Utah, the first state to grant him access The new ‘Mean Girls’ is a musical — and people are surprised SpaceX launches Falcon 9 rocket from Florida Haley briefly surpasses DeSantis in national GOP polling average Schumer: Negotiators ‘closer than we have been’ on border deal  PornHub blocks access in North Carolina citing new state laws On Fox News, psychic predicts ‘loss’ for Trump in 2024 A second shot at gold: Dan O’Brien offers advice to Olympic hopeful Donavan Brazier Florida Supreme Court to hear arguments in abortion amendment case Gypsy Rose Blanchard is free and reflecting on prison term for conspiring to kill her abusive mother Mountain Dew bringing ‘fan-favorite’ drink back to stores nationwide Fan-favorite Mountain Dew Baja Blast hits store shelves to celebrate 20th anniversary Woman claims her missing dog was adopted out to another family by local animal services ‘Large number’ of Christmas trees set ablaze on Indian Rocks Beach Florida GOP chairman under video voyeurism investigation amid rape probe California retailers now required to have gender-neutral toy aisles WATCH: Auburndale man intentionally rams car involved in crash with girlfriend, police say House panel to kick off Mayorkas impeachment hearings next week New Florida bill would require businesses to accept cash Dunedin man flips SUV on causeway with 4 unbuckled teens inside: PCSO Starbucks allowing customers to use reusable cups for drive-thru, mobile orders TIMELINE: Up and down rain chances in Tampa Bay the next week Florida man thought shot to death may have died from fireworks accident Jeffrey Epstein list to be unsealed on rolling basis Jimmy Kimmel blasts Aaron Rodgers for ‘Epstein List’ remarks, threatens legal action What to know ahead of the 2024 Iowa caucuses Alexandria man turns self in for NYE shooting turned second-degree murder House republicans plan to visit border Support elephant conservation through hands-on learning Florida inmate dies after cellmate beats him for 20 minutes: report Monopoly Mayhem: 10 rules you’ve been playing wrong all along Souvenir sellers flooded the Brooklyn Bridge. Now the city is banning them Food Desert Survival Guide: Making smart choices for wellness What’s expected when Tampa Bay Rays player appears in court Tarpon Springs house fire under investigation Run for Fun: Be careful how you announce your 2024 goals Overturned truck spills sand along I-275 in Tampa, snarling traffic for hours Minnesota picks new state flag: Here’s what to know Have COVID symptoms, but testing negative? You may want to check your tests Florida city named one of the most dangerous for drivers Hannity announces move to Florida from New York: ‘I am done’ Women stock up on abortion pills, especially when there is news about restrictions Jewish American support for Biden stands firm amid Israel-Hamas war Trump, 14th Amendment put Supreme Court on the spot Jimmy Kimmel blasts Aaron Rodgers for ‘Epstein List’ remarks, threatens to sue Showers overnight, sunny & cool Thursday