Show Notes for Friday, May 8, 2026

Friday, May 8, 2026

What We're Talking About

The news we couldn't ignore if we tried

I-10 Shut Down For Hours In Okaloosa County On Thursday

WEAR TV3— Two men were injured Thursday morning in a head-on crash involving two semi trucks on eastbound I-10 in Okaloosa County amid severe weather conditions. According to the Florida Highway Patrol, a 54-year-old man from Mobile was traveling west on State Road 8 around 10 a.m. near the 62 mile marker when, for unknown reasons, he crossed the median and collided with a semi driven by a 71-year-old South Carolina man. The crash shut down eastbound traffic on I-10, with vehicles diverted to Highway 85 at Exit 56, according to the Okaloosa County Sheriff’s Office. Although the crash was initially reported as fatal, troopers later confirmed that no one had died. Both drivers were hospitalized, with the Mobile driver suffering serious injuries and the South Carolina driver sustaining minor injuries. The investigation remains ongoing.

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Santa Rosa County Seeing Spike In Check Washing Scams

WEAR TV3— The Santa Rosa County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents about a growing rise in mail theft and “check washing” scams, where criminals steal checks from mailboxes and use chemicals to erase and alter names and amounts before cashing them fraudulently. Chief Deputy Randy Tifft said investigators are handling numerous cases in Santa Rosa County, noting the crimes are difficult to trace because suspects often use fake identities or fraudulent accounts. Authorities say warning signs include missing checks, delayed mail and unfamiliar bank withdrawals. To reduce the risk, officials recommend avoiding leaving outgoing checks in residential mailboxes with the flag raised, instead using secure post office drop boxes or taking mail directly to the post office. Tifft also advises using black gel pens, monitoring bank accounts regularly and using electronic payments when possible. Anyone who believes they may be a victim should immediately contact their bank, local law enforcement and the U.S. Postal Inspection Service.

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Kentucky Mom Tattoos Her 22 Month Old Son

NY Post— A Kentucky mother, 27-year-old Brook McDaniel, was arrested after authorities discovered a small black dot tattoo with surrounding redness on the arm of her 22-month-old son. McDaniel told police she was tattooing herself when the toddler allegedly placed his arm in the path of the tattoo gun, though witnesses claimed she referred to it as a “party dot tattoo” and said the child wanted one. During the investigation, officers also reported finding what they described as deplorable living conditions inside the home. McDaniel was charged with fourth-degree assault involving child abuse and was being held on a $5,000 cash bond.

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TikTok’s New Coffee Trend Comes With Salmonella Warnings

People— “Egg coffee” is blowing up online thanks to its creamy dessert-like taste, but doctors warn the raw egg yolks could carry salmonella risk—along with plenty of sugar, calories, and saturated fat.

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FL Couple Burns Drone, Subsequently Arrested

The Smoking Gun— A Florida couple was arrested after allegedly burning a neighbor’s $1,200 drone in a backyard fire pit after it crash-landed on their property during a late-night flight caused by a lost signal. When the drone’s owner attempted to retrieve it, the homeowner reportedly told him through a Ring camera, “You don’t have a f---king drone anymore.” According to police, the couple admitted they destroyed the drone because they were frustrated with drones flying over their home. Because the drone’s value exceeded $1,000, both now face felony criminal mischief charges.

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Ask Uncle Bobby

Bad advice for good people.

As heard on the B-Team Morning Show

Each weekday, some poor soul writes in for help. Uncle Bobby gives them the worst advice we can legally put on the air.

May 9 · Today's Letter

Dear Uncle Bobby,

My partner spends hours on TikTok every day and barely talks to me anymore. I feel ignored and honestly jealous of the influencers they watch. How do I get my partner to pay attention to our relationship again?

Drowning Beside Endless Scrolling
Doomscrolling Love Widow

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Today's Holidays

Celebrate the weird stuff. We do.

Holiday #1 of 4

No Socks Day

<p data-id="0c9b890b-df2b-4e21-852e-23e435520913" id="0c9b890b-df2b-4e21-852e-23e435520913">No Socks Day is that little calendar prank where society agrees to free your ankles and pretend it’s a statement instead of a laundry delay. You ditch the foot prisons, let your shoes do whatever crimes they were planning, and act like you’re reconnecting with nature while standing in a parking lot. It’s simple, harmless, and just rebellious enough to make your coworkers uncomfortable in the break room without getting HR involved. And if you think this is about “self-care,” congratulations—you’re already halfway to buying crystals from a guy named Trent in a strip mall.</p>

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