Death penalty to be pursued in child sex crime investigation
On Wednesday, Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier announced that the state will seek the death penalty against a man who is accused of sexually battering children. Kylie Jones reports.
Morgan Apartments fail fire inspection
Residents of a St. Pete apartment complex can stay in their units for now, but the city said they may have to go right in the middle of the holidays if the management company doesn't fix its fire alarms. Kailey Tracy reports.
Bucs respond well after Baker challenges the locker room to improve
Following the loss on Sunday, quarterback Baker Mayfield publicly called out the locker room for a lack of accountability and responsibility. FOX 13's Sean Barie reports.
State lawmaker opposes law allowing charter schools to share space in public campuses
A Pinellas County lawmaker is moving to roll back Florida’s new "Schools of Hope" expansion, calling it a chaotic and unfair policy that forces public schools to share space with state-approved charter school operators, while taxpayers foot the bill.
Man arrested in Lakeland cold case murder of his 14-year-old half-brother
The half-brother of a 14-year-old murder victim has been arrested in the teen’s 2018 shooting death.
Routine maintenance can extend the life of your water heater
This week, Bay area plumbers fielded calls of leaking water heaters after the drop in temperatures likely stressed the tanks. FOX 13's Ariel Plasencia reports.
Meet Sonny, our FOX 13 Pet of the Week
Sonny is up for adoption at the Humane Society of Tampa Bay.
FOX 13 Salutes Veterans
FOX 13 honors and thanks all current and former members of the U.S. Armed Forces for their service.
Lakeland police give update on cold case murder
Lakeland police explain what led to the arrest of Rex Honors III in the 2018 cold case killing of his 14-year-old brother.
New pop-up bar bringing Christmas joy to downtown St. Pete
The holidays have arrived early at The Xmas Bar in downtown St. Petersburg. FOX 13's Jennifer Kveglis reports.
Crisis Center of Tampa Bay
FOX 13's Russell Rhodes and his guest discuss how the Crisis Center of Tampa Bay helps people in crisis.
Tampa and St. Pete among top spots for veterans to live
More than 220,000 veterans call the Tampa Bay region home, and this has a lot to do with the employment opportunities, resources and support that veterans receive here. FOX 13's Genevieve Curtis reports.
Museum of Science & Industry
FOX 13's Evan Axelbank sat down for a conversation with John Smith, President & CEO of the Museum of Science & Industry, or MOSI.
Florida Attorney General Uthmeier press conference
Florida's Attorney General James Uthmeier and the Hernando County sheriff give an update on a man indicted for child sex abuse.
Navy veteran celebrates 100th birthday
This Veterans Day, we salute Donald "Brooksy" Brooks, a spunky Navy veteran from Winter Haven who is about to celebrate his centennial birthday. Mark Wilson reports.
New Marriott Hotel to replace Postcard Inn
An iconic beachfront hotel on St. Pete Beach will be reimagined and renamed. Postcard Inn on the Beach has been closed since it was destroyed by Hurricane Helene last year. Kylie Jones reports.
Heat warning as cold temps linger in Tampa Bay
As cold temperatures continue across Florida, Pasco County Fire Rescue is reminding people to heat their homes safely after a fire broke out at a Spring Hill home on Tuesday morning. Ariel Plasencia reports.
Combat Wounded Warrior Challenge Dive at Mote Marine
Mote Marine commemorated Veterans Day with the Combat Wounded Warrior Challenge Dive. Kimberly Kuizon reports.
Kai Trump set to make LPGA Tour debut
FOX 13's Mark Skol, Jr. explains the buzz around President Donald Trump's granddaughter's LPGA Tour debut.
Local marine veteran receives refurbished car
FOX 13's Albert Gamboa was there as a Lakeland marine veteran received a refurbished car.



















