Kellie Cowan
Kellie Cowan is an award-winning multi-media journalist. She joined the FOX 13 News Team in February of 2016.
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@FOXTV.com. You can also find Kellie on Twitter: @KellieCowan
The latest from Kellie Cowan
State lawmaker offering paper applications for out-of-work Floridians at Tampa campaign office
Senator Janet Cruz is attempting to alleviate the biggest headache Floridians are facing while applying for unemployment: access.
Raymond James Stadium testing site reopens Wednesday
After running out of COVID-19 tests last week, the drive-through testing at Raymond James Stadium in Tampa begins, again Wednesday at 8 a.m.
Pasco County students begin online lessons Tuesday
After President Trump announced the extension of the CDC social distancing guidelines through the rest of April, the Florida Department of Education said on-campus classes won't resume before May 1. The decision to help stop the spread of COVID-19.
Appointment-only COVID-19 testing site opens Friday in Sarasota
Health officials in Sarasota County teamed up with Sarasota Memorial Hospital to launch a drive-thru collection site for COVID-19. However, it is by appointment only.
Testing site at Raymond James Stadium is finally open for symptomatic residents
A large-scale COVID-19 testing site at Raymond James Stadium opened Wednesday to those who have been pre-screened and pre-approved by calling the county's hotline.
College closures leave students scrambling to get home
Open space and face masks are two very noticeable things at the airport right now.
Super Tuesday is over, now all eyes are on Florida
As always, Florida will play a key role in the race for the White House. On the heels of Super Tuesday, it is the state with the most delegates left up for grabs.
Bay Area schools taking coronavirus precautions
School districts in the Tampa Bay area are taking measures to protect students after health officials confirmed two coronavirus cases in Manatee and Hillsborough counties.
Tampa police search for serial armed robber
Police in Tampa are searching for a “serial robber” who stole from three businesses within the past month, they say.
Trial begins for man accused of raping, murdering Sarasota woman in 1999
After two decades, the man who Sarasota detectives say is responsible for a murder and sexual assault of a woman will finally stand trial.