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WFLA News Channel 8 @wfla.com · 15m

As the federal government shutdown enters its third week, Rep. Anna Paulina Luna reports that it could continue until after Thanksgiving.
https://www.wfla.com/news/battleground-florida/shutdown-could-last-through-thanksgiving-luna-says/

Shutdown could last through Thanksgiving, Luna says

The federal government’s shutdown has entered its third week. Rep. Anna Paulina Luna is back in her Pinellas County district until Speaker Mike Johnson calls members back to Capitol Hill.

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WFLA News Channel 8 @wfla.com · 35m

A lawsuit against SeaWorld is accusing the company of failing to display accurate ticket prices, violating an "all-in" pricing law.
https://www.wfla.com/news/florida/lawsuit-accuses-seaworld-of-lying-about-ticket-prices/

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WFLA News Channel 8 @wfla.com · 55m

A joint operation between two different law enforcement agencies led to the interception of almost $15 million worth of cocaine.
https://www.wfla.com/news/florida/nearly-15m-worth-of-cocaine-intercepted-in-joint-florida-operation/

Nearly $15M worth of cocaine intercepted in joint Florida operation

A joint operation between two different law enforcement agencies led to the interception of almost $15 million worth of cocaine.

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WFLA News Channel 8 @wfla.com · 1h

"He got lucky we didn’t wake up": Pinellas Park residents say they were terrified by a naked burglar who terrorized their neighborhood, saying things could've turned deadly. https://www.wfla.com/news/pinellas-county/naked-man-caught-on-camera-terrorizing-pinellas-park-neighborhood/

WFLA News Channel 8 @wfla.com · 1h

The project is expected to be completed by 2027, with the first units being available to lease in May of that year.

Transforming Skyway Marina: Affordable housing on the horizon with new project development

A development project is promising to change the landscape of the Skyway Marina District by bringing in affordable housing come 2027.

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WFLA News Channel 8 @wfla.com · 1h

Hillsborough County commissioners voted Wednesday to use nearly $18 million in funding to help renovate George M. Steinbrenner Field.

Hillsborough County approves nearly $18M for Steinbrenner Field renovations

Hillsborough County commissioners voted Wednesday to use nearly $18 million in funding to help renovate George M. Steinbrenner Field, the spring training home for the New York Yankees in Tampa.

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WFLA News Channel 8 @wfla.com · 2h

A proposed bill would require written parental consent for minors to receive treatment for STDs. https://www.wfla.com/news/florida/florida-bill-would-require-minors-to-get-parental-consent-for-std-testing/

WFLA News Channel 8 @wfla.com · 2h

PCSO LAWSUIT: A young woman is taking action against Polk County Sheriff's Office detectives regarding the investigation of her rape when she was a child.
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WFLA News Channel 8 @wfla.com · 2h

RECALL ALERT: Publix has issued a voluntary recall of ice cream that was distributed to stores across Florida and other states. https://www.wfla.com/news/florida/publix-recalls-ice-cream-distributed-to-florida-out-of-state-stores/

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WFLA News Channel 8 @wfla.com · 2h

SCHOOL BUS CRASH: An 88-year-old man was fatally struck by a school bus while crossing the street this morning. https://www.wfla.com/news/pinellas-county/1-hospitalized-after-school-bus-hits-person-in-oldsmar-pcso/

WFLA News Channel 8 @wfla.com · 3h

RESCUE VIDEO: A father and his baby were rescued after they were left stranded on the roof of a car that was surrounded by fast-flowing floodwater in Arizona. https://www.wfla.com/video/man-baby-rescued-from-roof-of-car-surrounded-by-fast-flowing-floodwater-in-arizona/11171043/

WFLA News Channel 8 @wfla.com · 3h

20-year-old motorcyclist dies in St. Pete crash

A motorcyclist was killed in a crash in St. Petersburg on Wednesday.

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WFLA News Channel 8 @wfla.com · 3h

Two people were arrested following the death of a toddler who showed signs of prolonged neglect and physical abuse, according to police. https://www.wfla.com/news/florida/2-arrested-in-death-of-toddler-who-showed-signs-of-abuse-police-say/

WFLA News Channel 8 @wfla.com · 4h

Spooky season is upon us! | An all-new Halloween-themed drink, along with returning Halloween favorites, is coming to stores, in addition to a limited-edition merchandise drop.

Dunkin’ launches new Halloween-themed menu item

A new drink, the return of a fan-favorite, and a bucket? You can find them all at Dunkin’ starting today.

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WFLA News Channel 8 @wfla.com · 4h

Attorney for Rep. Cory Mills accuser calls for removal from office, hints at criminal charges

An attorney for the woman granted a restraining order against Rep. Cory Mills (R-Fla.) said she hopes he is removed from public office, and hinted that he might face future criminal charges. …

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WFLA News Channel 8 @wfla.com · 5h

WHERE IS BROOK LYNN? New Port Richey police are still looking for answers in the case of a 21-year-old woman who vanished 10 years ago. https://www.wfla.com/news/pasco-county/unusual-and-troubling-new-port-richey-police-still-searching-for-woman-who-disappeared-10-years-ago/

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WFLA News Channel 8 @wfla.com · 5h

CRIST FOR MAYOR? Charlie Crist is mulling a potential run for St. Petersburg mayor, the former Florida governor and congressman confirmed today. https://www.wfla.com/news/pinellas-county/charlie-crist-strongly-considering-run-for-st-pete-mayor/

WFLA News Channel 8 @wfla.com · 5h

CLOSE CALL: A fast-acting security guard saved a woman from a close call with an oncoming tram. https://www.wfla.com/news/world/close-call-security-guard-acts-fast-to-save-woman-from-oncoming-tram/

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WFLA News Channel 8 @wfla.com · 6h

Speaker Johnson suggested the Ethics Committee will investigate after a Florida judge issued a restraining order against Mills over allegations that he threatened a former girlfriend.

Speaker Johnson suggests Ethics will take look at Cory Mills over restraining order

Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.) on Wednesday praised Rep. Cory Mills (R-Fla.) as a “faithful colleague,” but suggested the Ethics Committee will investigate after a Florida judge issued a restraining …

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WFLA News Channel 8 @wfla.com · 6h

The State Department has revoked the visas of six foreign nationals, citing comments on social media about the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. https://www.wfla.com/news/national/state-department-revokes-6-visas-over-charlie-kirk-comments/

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WFLA News Channel 8 @wfla.com · 6h

SNACK TIME 🐻 This dumpster diving bear stole the show while a TV reporter was covering storms in southern California. https://www.wfla.com/news/national/watch-bear-grabs-a-bite-to-eat-behind-reporter/

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WFLA News Channel 8 @wfla.com · 7h

CHARGED: The Manatee County Sheriff’s Office Crimes Against Children detectives charged a former Sarasota County school security aide with sexually abusing a teenager.
https://www.wfla.com/news/local-news/sarasota-county-school-employee-charged-with-sexually-abusing-a-teenage-student/

WFLA News Channel 8 @wfla.com · 7h

"Vile and inexcusable": The Young Republican National Federation called for immediate resignations after the exposure of a group chat in which Young Republican leaders referred to Black people as "monkeys" and discussed sexually assaulting adversaries. www.wfla.com/news/nationa...

WFLA News Channel 8 @wfla.com · 7h

The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office Aviation Section arrested a vehicle theft suspect in Valrico on Oct. 10.
https://www.wfla.com/news/local-news/valrico-vehicle-theft-suspect-arrested-after-fleeing-from-deputies/

WFLA News Channel 8 @wfla.com · 7h

MEGA MONEY: More than a month after a record-setting $1.79 billion Powerball jackpot was won by two tickets, another massive lottery jackpot is building. https://www.wfla.com/news/florida-lottery/mega-millions-jackpot-grows-to-625m-when-is-the-next-drawing/