Florida Gov. on license plate readers: 'Out of control'
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis shared his thoughts on license plate reader cameras, saying that he thought it was "out of control." He said he wants law enforcement to have the tools it needs to conduct investigations, but expresses concern about surveillance and reports of some law enforcement allegedly abusing that system. It comes as Pasco County Sheriff Chris Nocco said it would end part of its Flock camera agreement in September after a majority of the Board of Commissioners no longer supported them.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis shared his thoughts on license plate reader cameras, saying that he thought it was "out of control." He said he wants law enforcement to have the tools it needs to conduct investigations, but expresses concern about surveillance and reports of some law enforcement allegedly abusing that system. It comes as Pasco County Sheriff Chris Nocco said it would end part of its Flock camera agreement in September after a majority of the Board of Commissioners no longer supported them.
Move-in day at University of Tampa
FOX 13 is at the University of Tampa on Wednesday where about 1,500 students are moving in, with more on the way this week. FOX 13's Mariah Harrison reports.
FOX 13 is at the University of Tampa on Wednesday where about 1,500 students are moving in, with more on the way this week. FOX 13's Mariah Harrison reports.
PTSA considers cutting bus routes, raising fares
Pinellas County transit leaders are set to decide Wednesday whether to eliminate two PSTA services and increase some fares after riders packed a public hearing last week to argue that the value of public transportation cannot always be measured by ridership and cost alone. FOX 13's Matthew McClellan reports.
Pinellas County transit leaders are set to decide Wednesday whether to eliminate two PSTA services and increase some fares after riders packed a public hearing last week to argue that the value of public transportation cannot always be measured by ridership and cost alone. FOX 13's Matthew McClellan reports.
Rays community benefits plan for new stadium
The Tampa Bay Rays have released a proposed Community Benefits and Legacy Plan outlining how the team says it would invest in the Bay Area community if its proposed new stadium and surrounding development move forward. FOX 13's Kellie Cowan reports.
The Tampa Bay Rays have released a proposed Community Benefits and Legacy Plan outlining how the team says it would invest in the Bay Area community if its proposed new stadium and surrounding development move forward. FOX 13's Kellie Cowan reports.
Monday management on a budget
Financial advisors are not just for the wealthy anymore. Sean Clark with Mosaic Financial explains why.
Financial advisors are not just for the wealthy anymore. Sean Clark with Mosaic Financial explains why.
Interactive eats at Tampa's Epicurean Hotel
You've heard of dinner and a show, but how about when dinner is the show? The Epicurean Hotel's head chef takes care to craft each meal with a focus on the food and presentation. Guests get to see the process from start to finish with the celebration of the creation at the end being served at their table.
You've heard of dinner and a show, but how about when dinner is the show? The Epicurean Hotel's head chef takes care to craft each meal with a focus on the food and presentation. Guests get to see the process from start to finish with the celebration of the creation at the end being served at their table.
Two Fold Coffee & Kitchen
Their name is Two Fold but their mindset is a single issue, the customer. This coffee and craft kitchen focuses on being both a beverage spot and meeting house for their clientele. So, whether you're in the mood to grab something and go, or to stay a while, Two Fold has you covered.
Their name is Two Fold but their mindset is a single issue, the customer. This coffee and craft kitchen focuses on being both a beverage spot and meeting house for their clientele. So, whether you're in the mood to grab something and go, or to stay a while, Two Fold has you covered.
Free grocery giveaway in Ruskin
Happening Saturday in Ruskin, Hillsborough County's Healthy Living Program is making sure that folks can get the groceries they need to make ends meet. FOX 13's Heather Healy reports.
Happening Saturday in Ruskin, Hillsborough County's Healthy Living Program is making sure that folks can get the groceries they need to make ends meet. FOX 13's Heather Healy reports.
Fish settling in to summertime pattern
Capt. Dylan Hubbard with Hubbard's Marina says the heat is helping the fish adjust back to a steady summertime pattern after a few outlier months where rain plummeted water temperatures.
Capt. Dylan Hubbard with Hubbard's Marina says the heat is helping the fish adjust back to a steady summertime pattern after a few outlier months where rain plummeted water temperatures.
Apartment fire displaces 400 people
A fire impacted 90 units at a Wesley Chapel apartment building on Thursday, potentially displacing 400 residents. FOX 13's Matthew McClellan reports.
A fire impacted 90 units at a Wesley Chapel apartment building on Thursday, potentially displacing 400 residents. FOX 13's Matthew McClellan reports.
Crackdown on popular online casino sites
Florida is taking a gamble by challenging several major online gambling casinos claiming they are operating illegally. FOX 13’s Kellie Cowan reports.
Florida is taking a gamble by challenging several major online gambling casinos claiming they are operating illegally. FOX 13’s Kellie Cowan reports.
Registry for short-term rental owners?
St. Pete Beach city commissioners are hitting the brakes on a short-term rental registration program because of something it already has in place that a lot of other cities do not. FOX 13’s Matthew McClellan reports.
St. Pete Beach city commissioners are hitting the brakes on a short-term rental registration program because of something it already has in place that a lot of other cities do not. FOX 13’s Matthew McClellan reports.
Election Day is here
Election Day is here for the Florida primaries, and several big races are in the spotlight. FOX 13’s Heather Healy reports.
Election Day is here for the Florida primaries, and several big races are in the spotlight. FOX 13’s Heather Healy reports.
The Floridian restaurant
The Floridian serves award-winning Cuban sandwiches in Tampa using fresh bread baked nightly by La Segunda.
The Floridian serves award-winning Cuban sandwiches in Tampa using fresh bread baked nightly by La Segunda.
Palm Trees Santas Workshop
The annual Palm Trees Santas Workshop is underway, getting the new jolly crew prepared to spread Christmas cheer later this year. FOX 13's Heather Healy reports.
The annual Palm Trees Santas Workshop is underway, getting the new jolly crew prepared to spread Christmas cheer later this year. FOX 13's Heather Healy reports.
Carupano Kitchen
A mother-daughter duo is bringing authentic coastal Venezuelan dishes to the Tampa Bay region through their ghost kitchen pop-up, Carúpano Kitchen.
A mother-daughter duo is bringing authentic coastal Venezuelan dishes to the Tampa Bay region through their ghost kitchen pop-up, Carúpano Kitchen.
Blessing of the Bikes
The Sacred Heart's Blessing of the Bikes event is commemorating the milestone of 3,000 bikes donated to people in need across the Bay Area over the years. FOX 13's Heather Healy reports.
The Sacred Heart's Blessing of the Bikes event is commemorating the milestone of 3,000 bikes donated to people in need across the Bay Area over the years. FOX 13's Heather Healy reports.
Tampa weather | Saturday morning forecast
FOX 13's Meteorologist Valerie Mills has your Saturday morning forecast.
FOX 13's Meteorologist Valerie Mills has your Saturday morning forecast.
Post-new moon creates night fishing opportunities
Captain Dylan Hubbard with Hubbard’s Marina says anglers can look forward to moving water on the backside of a new moon, which creates areas where fish tend to hang out.
Captain Dylan Hubbard with Hubbard’s Marina says anglers can look forward to moving water on the backside of a new moon, which creates areas where fish tend to hang out.
Monster Jam returns this weekend
Benchmark International Arena is getting ready to host Monster Jam this weekend. FOX 13’s Matthew McClellan reports.
Benchmark International Arena is getting ready to host Monster Jam this weekend. FOX 13’s Matthew McClellan reports.