Officials: Storm lashing Florida strengthens into hurricaneBy CURT ANDERSON and FREIDA FRISARO (Associated Press)ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. July 6, 2021 7:52 p.m. Updated: July 6, 2021 11:48 p.m.📨 Daily news in your inboxSign up today for OPB’s “First Look” – your daily guide to the most important news and culture stories from around the Northwest.EmailPlease leave this field blankSign up