Craig Patrick
Craig is FOX 13's political editor and chief investigator. He has won more than 20 Emmy awards throughout his career as an executive producer, anchor, and reporter.
He hosts Money, Power & Politics, and produces investigations focused on questionable government policy and spending. His reports have exposed illegal state tax credits, lawmakers violating their own voting rules, and Medicare schemes that bilk millions of tax dollars.
He previously led the investigative/special projects unit at the ABC affiliate in Orlando, managed the station's election coverage, moderated a weekly political discussion program, and produced a variety of primetime specials.
Craig began his career as an anchor/reporter at television stations in Savannah and Birmingham. He also worked as a marketing/public-relations executive -- and is a past winner of the Phillips Platinum PR award for developing a top-rated internal communications program. He obtained his BA in Journalism/Political Science from Spring Hill College in Mobile.
Craig has served on the boards of several Tampa Bay area government and community organizations, including the St. Petersburg Planning Commission, Historic Preservation Commission, City Beautiful Commission, Pinellas Public Access Advisory Board, Tampa Bay Partnership's Transportation and International Councils, Pinellas Juvenile Welfare Board Community Council, and Tampa Bay Red Cross Advisory Board.
If you would like to contact Craig, you can email him at Craig.Patrick@fox.com. You can also connect with him on Facebook and follow him on Twitter @FOX13Politics.
The latest from Craig Patrick
Florida House couldn’t shut down program aimed at fighting crime, poverty that’s enriched theme parks, resorts
For the past 11 years, FOX 13 has investigated a state program to fight crime and poverty that enriches theme parks and resorts. The Florida House tried to end this program during the 2023 regular session but could not.
Advocates push to require insurance companies to disclose financial dealings
As home insurance bills skyrocket across Florida, more insurance companies are dropping policies. A lot of Hurricane Ian victims are still waiting on their damage claims.
Consumer watchdog pushes for transparency as families face delays, disputes for Hurricane Ian repairs
Nearly 10 months after Hurricane Ian, many other families also still can’t get their homes repaired due to a combination of delays and disputes.
Home insurance adjusters who assessed Hurricane Ian damages claim companies deleted some findings
As Florida's insurance crisis drives up premiums across the state, families in Southwest Florida are still reeling from Hurricane Ian. And state lawmakers have heard troubling claims from some home insurance adjusters.
Englewood couple hires attorney during insurance dispute over Hurricane Ian damage
Florida's home insurance crisis is escalating as more companies shed policies, and Hurricane Ian victims still can't get their homes repaired.
Southwest Florida homeowners struggling to rebuild after Hurricane Ian as insurance premiums skyrocket
Florida homeowners continue to see jolts in home insurance premiums as more insurers reduce their business or withdraw from the Florida market.
New third party movement strives for compromise
As voters cast ballots in the midterms, polls found a majority had unfavorable opinions of the Republicans and Democrats. Pew Research found 56% want a third major party. New movements are trying to tap into that, and one of the biggest in Florida is called the Forward Party.
'Grandmother of Juneteenth' reflects on meaning of federal holiday
At the age of 96, Opal Lee has lived through nearly 40% of our nation’s history. She also walked her way into history with marches that helped make Juneteenth a federal holiday.
Citrus County hit-and-run victim wants travel expenses comped for testifying in Massachusetts court
A Citrus County mother is recovering from serious injuries after a hit-and-run driver plowed into her while visiting Massachusetts, and while the medical bills are adding up, she says the trial is even more expensive.
Moms for Liberty's Florida roots have spread across country, influenced local school politics
When parents clashed over how to get through a pandemic, several movements took off, but none were as powerful and influential as Moms for Liberty. The conservative movement that started in Florida is now reshaping school content across much of the nation.