Carla Bayron
Carla Bayron is a general assignment reporter for FOX 13 covering Polk County. She joined the team in September 2023.
Carla is a Sunshine State native who grew up in Palm Harbor. She attended Palm Harbor University High School and graduated Magna Cum Laude from the University of Florida with a Bachelor of Sciences Degree in Telecommunications.
After nearly six years reporting throughout the state of Michigan, she's thrilled to be back in the Tampa Bay area and closer to family. She said she will miss the Fall season, the beaches along Lake Michigan, and yes, even the snow, but only around Christmas time!
Throughout her career, Carla has covered numerous high-profile events, including the mass shooting at Oxford High School in Oakland County, MI, the officer-involved shooting death of Patrick Lyoya in Grand Rapids, President Trump's 2016 campaign rally in Ocala, Florida and white nationalist Richard Spencer's speaking appearance at the University of Florida.
In her spare time, Carla enjoys creative writing, playing video games with her husband, and cheering on the Florida Gators and Tampa Bay sports teams. She also loves traveling, eating, and exploring the outdoors.
The latest from Carla Bayron
Burn ban issued for multiple cities in Polk County due to dry conditions
Unincorporated areas of Polk County, along with other cities within the county, are now under a burn ban as dry conditions create an increased risk of brush fires.
Lake Wales expected to regain control of landmark hotel: ‘Step back into time’
The City of Lakes Wales is expected to regain ownership of an iconic landmark in the heart of downtown.
Target coming to new major shopping, dining and retail center in Haines City
Haines City, one of the state and nation's fastest growing cities, will soon feature a new shopping, dining, and living experience.
CAUGHT ON CAMERA: Lake Alfred police searching for man who pulled gun on tow truck driver
The Lake Alfred Police Department is searching for a man who pulled a gun on a tow truck driver.
"He's ready for the moment." — Bartow High School basketball coach talks Walter Clayton Jr., National Title
The player making all the difference for the Florida Gators is Walter Clayton Jr., a native of Lake Wales, who has led the Gators to their first title game since 2007.
Depot 303 in finishing stages before grand opening in downtown Mulberry
The city's newest hub for dining and gathering is in its finishing stages before its grand opening.
Grady Judd: Accused ring leader behind illegal gambling house charged with money laundering
A Lakeland man is facing money laundering charges after deputies said he was the ring leader behind an illegal gambling house.