Ariel Plasencia
Ariel Plasencia joined FOX 13 in April 2023 and is excited to be reporting in the Sunshine State.
Ariel spent the last four years in Dallas, TX covering news, sports (yes, including the Cowboys), and traffic. From stories on TCU’s run in the College Football Playoff National Championship to issues with the power grid to all things barbecue, Ariel wore many (cowboy) hats during her time in the Lone Star State.
Before Texas, she worked as a reporter and anchor in North Carolina.
A Chicago native, Ariel grew up in cold, windy weather and studied math at Northwestern University in Evanston, IL. She received her master’s degree in journalism at Georgetown University in Washington, D.C.
When she’s not working, Ariel enjoys watching her Chicago sports teams (go Cubs, Bears, Bulls & Blackhawks!) with her husband and dog.
The latest from Ariel Plasencia
Teen throwing water escalated into gunfire near Armature Works injuring 3, including pregnant mom: Documents
Court documents show last week’s shooting near Armature Works that left several people injured started after water was thrown during an altercation in a public restroom.
Second Armature Works shooting suspect appears in court, teen remains behind bars
A teenager appeared in court Saturday on charges related to Tuesday’s shooting near Armature Works in Tampa.
Dog's life saved thanks to Tampa non-profit
A Tampa nonprofit helped pay for emergency surgery for a Polk County dog, whose bladder was filled to the brim with bladder stones.
Tampa man accused of stealing diesel fuel, reselling for profit
A Tampa man was arrested after stealing thousands of dollars in diesel fuel from gas stations across several Bay Area counties, according to arrest documents.
Bay Area family gives historic $50M donation to St. Joseph's Children's Hospital's new pediatric facility
A Tampa Bay area family made a historic $50 million donation to the St. Joseph's Children's Hospital Foundation for a new pediatric facility.
Criminals using artificial intelligence to create child pornography: FBI
FBI Tampa is reminding Floridians that it’s illegal to use technology – like artificial intelligence – to create sexually explicit content of children.
Citrus County teen presented with prestigious Girl Scouts’ Medal of Honor for helping save lives
A Citrus County teen received the Girl Scouts’ Medal of Honor for her life-saving efforts while rafting in the Grand Canyon.
Tampa Bay AirFest returns to MacDill Air Force Base this weekend, event won't happen for next few years
Tampa Bay AirFest returns this week – and it’s the last one for a while due to upcoming construction at MacDill Air Force Base.