Justin Matthews
Justin Matthews joined the FOX 13 team in April 2020 and covers news and traffic around the Bay Area during Good Day Tampa Bay.
He moved to the Tampa Bay are from Albuquerque, NM, where he was a general assignment reporter and fill-in weather and traffic anchor at ABC-affiliate KOAT. He had previously worked as a multimedia journalist for CBS-affiliate KTVL in Medford, Oregon.
Justin’s passion for journalism began when he was a student at the University of Arizona. Go Wildcats!
Justin has a keen interest in covering weather and natural disasters. He covered wildfires in New Mexico and Oregon and will use those skills in covering Tampa Bay’s sometimes-threatening weather.
When Justin is not at the station or reporting, he is outdoors appreciating nature and hiking. He loves music, craft beer, and is a self-proclaimed airplane geek.
As a southern California native, he enjoys now being near the Gulf waters and all that Bay has to offer. Even though he’s a Los Angeles Kings fan, he’s looking forward to rooting for the Lightning at Amalie Arena.
Reach out to Justin with story ideas via email at justin.matthews@fox.com. You may also follow Justin on Facebook and Twitter.
The latest from Justin Matthews
300,000 expected in Tampa ahead of Gasparilla's pirate festivities
The day before Gasparilla is known as "black flag Friday" at Pirate Fashions on Cayuga Street and Dale Mabry Highway in Tampa. The store was packed with people getting last minute garb before the pirate festivities begin.
Eight manatees taken to ZooTampa critical care center showing signs of cold water exposure
ZooTampa’s Manatee Critical Care Center took in its eighth sea cow in two weeks that showed signs of cold water exposure.
How will St. Petersburg pay for a new Tampa Bay Rays ballpark? It's still unclear, city says
The cost of a new ballpark on the allotted 17 acres of land in St. Petersburg's Gas Plant District redevelopment has a price tag in the billions, and it is uncertain how it is going to be paid for, according to a spokesperson with the city.
Tampa family reunites with woman who saved 10-day-old daughter with CPR at Riverview restaurant
Three months ago, a stranger performed CPR on a 10-day-old baby inside a Riverview restaurant, bringing the little girl - named Scarlett - back to consciousness. Over the weekend, the child's parents and the good Samaritan reunited. Scarlett's parents said the woman will always be part of their family.
Environmentalist wants to see state funding used to restore water quality in Bay Area waterways
Governor Ron DeSantis announced this week that $20 million will be allocated for water quality improvements along the Indian River Lagoon on Florida’s Atlantic Coast helping to collect stormwater runoff and treat it, to reduce the number of pollutants that enter the waterways.
St. Petersburg consultant favors Sugar Hill, Hines-Rays' Tropicana Field plans
Mayor Ken Welch is expected to decide on which proposal they’re moving forward with by the end of the month. Meanwhile, consultants hired by the city chose Sugar Hill and Hines/Tampa Bay Rays as the two best options that fit the city’s wants and needs.
Veterans break records after completing 7 skydives on 7 continents within 7 days to honor the fallen
Legacy Expeditions completed their celebratory jump Wednesday, after shattering three records of seven skydives on seven continents in less than seven days. Nine former U.S. and Canadian military service members did it to honor those who gave the ultimate sacrifice.
Buccaneers fall short in Wild Card playoff game against Cowboys
More than 60,000 people filled Raymond James Stadium Monday night for the NFC Wild Card playoff game between the Cowboys and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Despite the best efforts of Brady and the Bucs, the team fell short, ending their season with a 31-14 loss to Dallas.
Black Heritage Music Festival underway as part of larger event honoring African-American culture
The 23rd annual Tampa Bay Black Heritage Music Festival kicked off Saturday at Curtis Hixon Park.
Buccaneers Foundation helps veteran's widow fulfill his final wish
During his 3-year battle with pancreatic cancer, Army veteran Michael Thrasher remained loyal – to his wife and his team, the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. It was his hope to get to one more game, but time ran out. But with the help of the Bucs Foundation and dedicated hospice workers, Michelle Thrasher will carry his spirit to this weekend’s game.