Air Force debuts NASCAR car 2022 design
Tech. Sgt. Andrew Brockman of the 96th Maintenance Group won the design contest and was able to get a firsthand look.
Tech. Sgt. Andrew Brockman of the 96th Maintenance Group won the design contest and was able to get a firsthand look.
Nebraska teen accepted to all five military academies; sets out to serve America
High school senior Noble Rasmussen intends to serve his country well — and all five U.S. military academies seem to agree.
High school senior Noble Rasmussen intends to serve his country well — and all five U.S. military academies seem to agree.
US Army brings birthday cake to Italian woman, 77 years after soldiers ate hers
More than 75 years ago, hungry U.S. soldiers stole a teenager's birthday cake after one of the final battles of WWII. This week, the Army made amends.
More than 75 years ago, hungry U.S. soldiers stole a teenager's birthday cake after one of the final battles of WWII. This week, the Army made amends.
Remains of Korean War veteran finally come home after being MIA for 71 years
Cpl. David B. Milano went missing in action after a battle near the Chosin Reservoir in North Korea on Dec. 2, 1950.
Cpl. David B. Milano went missing in action after a battle near the Chosin Reservoir in North Korea on Dec. 2, 1950.
Busch Gardens, SeaWorld offer free tickets to military members and veterans
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and SeaWorld Orlando are thanking military members and veterans for their service by offering free one-day admission to their theme parks.
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay and SeaWorld Orlando are thanking military members and veterans for their service by offering free one-day admission to their theme parks.
Watch: Garbage collector pulls American flag out of trashcan to fold it 'the right way'
A Marine Corps veteran and garbage collector in Utah is getting widespread praise for his patriotism.
A Marine Corps veteran and garbage collector in Utah is getting widespread praise for his patriotism.
Phoenix Ghost: Pentagon fast-tracks mystery drone for Ukraine. What is it?
The Pentagon has fast-tracked a new tactical drone to send to Ukraine amid its fight against Russian aggression. But what is it?
The Pentagon has fast-tracked a new tactical drone to send to Ukraine amid its fight against Russian aggression. But what is it?
James A. Haley Veterans' Hospital breaks ground on new Polk County clinic
The James A. Haley Veterans' Hospital held a groundbreaking for its newest clinic in Polk County on Thursday. The Lakeland Consolidated Clinic will be centrally located just off Polk Parkway and Lakeland Highlands Road.
The James A. Haley Veterans' Hospital held a groundbreaking for its newest clinic in Polk County on Thursday. The Lakeland Consolidated Clinic will be centrally located just off Polk Parkway and Lakeland Highlands Road.
99-year-old war hero, educator, trailblazer honored by Polk County school
J.J. Corbett's name is now on the media center at Union Academy Middle School, serving as a reminder for future generations to live a life of service and heroism.
J.J. Corbett's name is now on the media center at Union Academy Middle School, serving as a reminder for future generations to live a life of service and heroism.
3 US Navy sailors have died in less than a week, officials say
All three deaths are not believed to be connected at this time, according to a United States Navy spokesperson.
All three deaths are not believed to be connected at this time, according to a United States Navy spokesperson.
WWII soldier's remains returned to Mississippi for burial
Pvt. Andrew Ladner was laid to rest Saturday at Wolf River Cemetery in Gulfport.
Pvt. Andrew Ladner was laid to rest Saturday at Wolf River Cemetery in Gulfport.
'Flags of Honor Escorts' makes stop in Tampa to honor Gold Star family members
Nationwide, there are 91 Gold Star family memorial monuments, and "Flags of Honor Escorts" is on a mission to visit each one.
Nationwide, there are 91 Gold Star family memorial monuments, and "Flags of Honor Escorts" is on a mission to visit each one.
Coast Guard admiral nominated to be first woman to lead a U.S. military branch
If confirmed by the Senate, Adm. Linda Fagan will become the commandant of the Coast Guard. She would be the woman to serve as the Coast Guard's top officer as well as the first woman to lead any of the U.S. armed forces.
If confirmed by the Senate, Adm. Linda Fagan will become the commandant of the Coast Guard. She would be the woman to serve as the Coast Guard's top officer as well as the first woman to lead any of the U.S. armed forces.
Look out for the Thunderbirds: Sun 'n Fun Expo returns to Lakeland
With the return of Sun 'n Fun, thousands of planes are going to be landing and taking off from the Lakeland Linder International Airport.
With the return of Sun 'n Fun, thousands of planes are going to be landing and taking off from the Lakeland Linder International Airport.
On Gold Star Spouses Day, a time to remember, support military families
April 5 is Gold Star Spouses Day, a day to acknowledge and honor the spouses who have stood behind U.S. military members and lost their loved ones.
April 5 is Gold Star Spouses Day, a day to acknowledge and honor the spouses who have stood behind U.S. military members and lost their loved ones.
‘The prodigal son returns’: New general takes control of U.S. Central Command
A new general is now heading up U.S. Central Command at Tampa’s MacDill Air Force Base.
A new general is now heading up U.S. Central Command at Tampa’s MacDill Air Force Base.
USNS Ruth Bader Ginsburg: Navy to name future ship after late Supreme Court justice
Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro announced that a future T-AO ship will be named after late Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg.
Secretary of the Navy Carlos Del Toro announced that a future T-AO ship will be named after late Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg.
Local veterans mark Vietnam War Veterans Day more than 60 years later
The Vietnam War has been called on of the most painful chapters in American history. Local veterans reflect on Vietnam War Veterans Day
The Vietnam War has been called on of the most painful chapters in American history. Local veterans reflect on Vietnam War Veterans Day
Ukraine, Afghanistan, mental health: 4-star General Mike Minihan describes role since taking over as commander
U.S. Air Force 4-star General Mike Minihan sat down with FOX 13 at the Tampa Bay AirFest for his first TV interview since taking over as Commander of the Air Mobility Command in October.
U.S. Air Force 4-star General Mike Minihan sat down with FOX 13 at the Tampa Bay AirFest for his first TV interview since taking over as Commander of the Air Mobility Command in October.
All eyes on Tampa skies: AirFest 2022 is back
This year's AirFest – which will also be marking the 75th anniversary of the Air Force – will take place from March 26-27. It's a free event, and the Blue Angels promise to bring a show you've never seen before.
This year's AirFest – which will also be marking the 75th anniversary of the Air Force – will take place from March 26-27. It's a free event, and the Blue Angels promise to bring a show you've never seen before.



















