Aaron Mesmer
Aaron Mesmer is a general assignment reporter for FOX 13. He joined the FOX 13 News team in March 2013.
Aaron is a six-time Emmy Award-nominated and Edward R. Murrow Award-winning reporter who is happy his road led him south. The native New Yorker feels like a Floridian at heart, having family members spread out across the Sunshine State.
Aaron came to FOX 13 after two years at News 12 Connecticut in the New York City market as a reporter and fill-in anchor. During that time, he reported on some of the region's biggest stories, providing extensive coverage of the tragic school shooting in Newtown, CT, as well as Hurricane Sandy and Tropical Storm Irene.
Prior to that, Aaron spent four and a half years at News 14 Carolina in Charlotte, NC, covering the station's financial beat and helping lead the coverage of the financial crisis in 2008 and '09. His broadcasting career began in West Virginia.
Aaron graduated from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill with a degree in broadcast journalism and an outside concentration in trumpet performance.
When Aaron isn't out reporting, he enjoys spending time with his wife, Suzy, and their dog, enjoying the beautiful Tampa Bay area and watching the Yankees, Jets, and Tar Heels.
If you would like to contact Aaron, you can email him at Aaron.Mesmer@fox.com. You can also connect with him on Facebook and follow him on Twitter @AaronMesmer.
The latest from Aaron Mesmer
Controversial gun bill moves through Florida legislature following deadly FSU shooting
As Florida State University students, staff and families grieve following a deadly on-campus shooting, several state lawmakers said now is the time to rethink a controversial gun bill that's moving through the legislature.
Physicians warn a lack of sleep may contribute to Alzheimer’s disease
Tampa Bay area physicians are urging night owls to pay attention to a recent study linking poor sleep health to Alzheimer's disease.
Trial against man accused of hitting and killing teenager in St. Pete street race underway
The trial for the motorcyclist charged with hitting and killing a 13-year-old boy during an alleged street race in St. Petersburg is underway.
Hillsborough leaders vote to end Cross Bay Ferry service early
The Cross Bay Ferry's fate was likely sealed on Wednesday, when Hillsborough County commissioners voted to terminate the agreement with the ferry operators due to the company defaulting on its contract.
Tampa residents hope recent reckless biking arrests will send message to other bicyclists
Four reckless bicyclists are facing charges for riding recklessly along the Tampa Riverwalk over the weekend, the Tampa Police Department said on Monday.
Bay Area small businesses feel the squeeze of President Trump’s tariffs
A group of Tampa Bay small business owners gathered in Ybor City on Monday to discuss the impacts they're experiencing following the Trump Administration's sweeping tariffs.
How much will China's tariffs cost consumers?
Customers and businesses in the Tampa Bay area are bracing for higher prices after the White House announced tariffs on China will remain in place.
Cross Bay Ferry to end early over contract issues
The Cross Bay Ferry appears to be ending its service several months earlier than expected after Hillsborough County officials accused the company running the ferry of defaulting on its contract.
Dozens of people recovering from sickness after eating at South Tampa restaurant
Dozens of people are recovering from an illness after eating at a South Tampa restaurant.
Realtors worry Canadian snowbirds may flee the Bay Area as tensions rise
Some real estate experts worry the market could be seeing a troubling trend of Canadians who have homes in Florida selling their properties amid rising tensions between the U.S. and Canada.