Kellie Cowan
Kellie Cowan is an award-winning multimedia journalist. She joined the FOX 13 News team in February 2016 and covers communities across the Tampa Bay region.
Kellie arrived in the Sunshine State by way of snowy Syracuse, where she worked as a news and sports reporter and was recognized annually by the Syracuse Press Club for her news, sports, and spot news coverage.
Kellie began her journalism career in the sports world, covering teams in both Washington, DC and Syracuse, NY before switching over to the news. While she still loves sports, she's enjoying the challenges and unique stories she gets to tackle in news and is excited to be able to be a fan once again.
A Virginia native, Kellie graduated from the College of William and Mary before going on to earn her master's at Georgetown University. During her time at W&M, Kellie had the opportunity to travel extensively through Europe. While working toward a double-major in International Studies and German, Kellie twice lived in Germany and spent a summer teaching English in Bosnia.
An avid runner and two-time Marine Corps Marathon finisher, Kellie is excited to take advantage of the beautiful Florida weather and snow-free running trails. When she's not pounding the pavement she loves to relax by the pool and check out new restaurants and breweries. She also enjoys preparing a home-cooked meal and cuddling up to a Wes Anderson movie with her rescue cat.
If you'd like to contact Kellie or have a story pitch, you can reach her at Kellie.Cowan@fox.com. You can also follow Kellie on Twitter @KellieCowan and Facebook.
The latest from Kellie Cowan
Rays' Wander Franco trial delayed: Sources
More than a year after he last took the field with the Tampa Bay Rays, shortstop Wander Franco was set to stand trial in the Dominican Republic beginning Thursday in a sexual abuse case involving an underage girl, but that has been delayed until June, according to ESPN.
Florida's citrus production could be historically low. Here's why
Florida's citrus output has been falling for decades, but this season's harvest could be the smallest in more than a century.
St. Pete Beach lawmaker proposes change to FEMA's '50% Rule'
A Florida lawmaker from St. Pete Beach says she plans to propose a change to FEMA’s ‘50% Rule’ that could make it easier for homeowners to make repairs after a storm without triggering costly requirements.
College football bowl games set to bring tourism boost to Tampa
It's bowl season for college football, and this year's slate will once again bring four teams – along with tens of thousands of fans – to Tampa.
Dog park shooting: Accused killer in court for 'stand your ground' hearing
The man accused of targeting and killing another man because he was gay, was back in a Tampa courtroom on Friday, with his lawyers presenting new evidence claiming the shooting was in self-defense.
St. Pete leaders vote to approve funds for Rays new stadium
Leaders in St. Petersburg plan to take a crucial vote Thursday on the approval of bonds needed to finance the city's portion of a new stadium for the Tampa Bay Rays.
Will Governor DeSantis become Secretary DeSantis?
President-elect Donald Trump is reportedly considering nominating Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis for defense secretary, replacing current nominee Pete Hegseth, according to The Wall Street Journal.
Travel Tuesday tips: Here’s how to get the best deals
If you have a big trip in mind for 2025 Travel Tuesday is a great day to take advantage of some major deals being offered by different airlines, hotels, and cruise lines.
FHP stepping up patrols this Thanksgiving weekend
With heavy traffic expected on the highways through the holiday weekend, the Florida Highway Patrol says there will be an increased presence of troopers in hopes of keeping the roads safe.
Stress, financial strain on the rise this holiday shopping season
Despite consumer worries over inflation and the state of the economy, retailers are expecting a potentially record-setting holiday shopping season.