Jordan Bowen
Jordan Bowen joined FOX 13 News as a reporter in July of 2018. Previously, he worked for three years as a reporter for WDTN-TV in Dayton, Ohio.
While in Ohio, Jordan covered some major national stories, including, the deadly Fireball ride accident at the Ohio State Fair and the funeral of Otto Warmbier. He also got to do an interview and partake in some target practice with the world’s youngest professional knife thrower, who’s just 7 years old. (Don’t worry; he still has all his fingers).
Before Ohio, Jordan spent three years working as a reporter for KOMU-TV in Columbia, Missouri.
Jordan is a graduate of the University of Missouri School of Journalism and also a member of Investigative Reporters and Editors, Inc. While in college, Jordan served as an investigative unit intern for Inside Edition in New York City and interned for PBS in Washington, D.C.
When he’s not reporting the news, you’ll probably find him enjoying the Bay Area’s natural beauty, especially the beach.Jordan is excited to be able to call the Tampa Bay area home. He’s originally from the Kansas City suburb of Independence, Missouri. It’s safe to say this Midwestern-born, wannabe beach bum is happy to finally be living out his dream in the Sunshine State.
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The latest from Jordan Bowen
Airlines could ban emotional-support animals under proposed rule change
The days of passengers bringing their pets on airplanes as emotional-support animals could be ending.
Christmas lights display inspires girl with autism to speak, sing and dance
Kaitlyn DeJesus, 13, has autism and was non-verbal until she visited a Christmas light display in Mulberry. It inspired her to talk, dance and sing.
Dunedin ordinance would halt candidates from accepting donations from partisan political organizations
Dunedin leaders are one step closer to getting rid of a long-standing campaign rule essentially prohibiting candidates from accepting donations from political parties or other partisan groups.
Tampa woman returns from vacation to find suspected burglar living in her house
Police are searching for a burglary suspect who apparently broke into a Tampa home and then lived there for several days.
Polk schools prepare for teachers to rally in Tallahassee
Polk County Schools is making it clear teachers will not face consequences for attending the "Take on Tallahassee" rally Monday at the capital after some thought an email, forwarded to teachers Friday, was a threat of termination.
Hundreds attend Puerto Rico benefit in Tampa
In Puerto Rico, hundreds of homes can be seen knocked off their foundation, several schools are destroyed, cars are crushed and power lines are down.
From celebrities to students and volunteers, help for Australia comes from across Tampa Bay
Titus O'Neil, students at St. Pete College, volunteers with the ability to sew, and the Florida Aquarium are all joining the efforts to help those devastated by fires across Australia.
Treasure Island man ticketed for displaying sign thanking veterans
A man is suing the city of Treasure Island, claiming they violated his rights when they refused to allow him to display a sign on his boat during the Veterans Day boat parade.
Hillsborough commissioners consider needle exchange to combat spread of disease
Hillsborough County commissioners are taking steps to curb the spread of blood-borne diseases by starting a needle exchange program.
Thonotosassa woman worried about family in Australia
Deadly wildfires raging in Australia are making it one of the country's most brutal fire seasons they’ve seen in years, with devastation spanning the entire continent as families try to reach their loved ones.