Push to get recreational marijuana on 2026 ballot
In 2024, 56% of Florida voters supported legalizing recreational marijuana, but the measure fell short of the 60% needed to pass a constitutional amendment. FOX 13's Craig Patrick reports.
Fireworks to blame for several local house fires
A Riverview home fire caused by fireworks early Thursday morning was one of many fires Hillsborough County Fire Rescue responded to overnight as residents rang in the new year. FOX 13's Evan Axelbank reports.
2026 Florida legislative agenda
Florida lawmakers and Governor Ron DeSantis are preparing for an unusually active legislative session in 2026. Top priorities include property tax relief, potential elimination of school vaccine mandates and reviewing state and congressional maps. FOX 13's Craig Patrick reports.
Are flamingoes on the verge of a comeback in Florida?
Florida lawmakers will consider naming the flamingo the official state bird during the upcoming legislative session. While flamingoes are native to Florida, they're exceptionally rare, but it hasn't always been that way. FOX 13's Lloyd Sowers reports.
National debt crisis continues in 2026
As the new year begins, our national debt crisis is escalating. Federal lawmakers who promised to shrink it have expanded the national debt instead. FOX 13's Craig Patrick reports.
Firework causes house fire in Riverview
While last night was an evening of celebrations, one wrong move can ruin everything. That's exactly what happened in Riverview last night after a fire broke out. FOX 13's Kellie Cowan reports.
WATCH: Zohran Mamdani's full speech at his NYC mayoral inauguration
Zohran Mamdani hosted what his team called the "Inauguration of a New Era," a public swearing-in ceremony and citywide celebration on Thursday afternoon.
Rebranding New Year's resolutions
New Year's Resolutions are being rebranded to be “goals" or “intentions" for 2026. These updated plans allow people to have improvement goals for the new year without such strict limitations. FOX 13's Danielle Zulkosky reports.
New Year's Eve on the St. Pete Pier
There's no shortage of New Year's Eve activities across the Tampa Bay area. One of the larger celebrations is taking place at the St. Pete Pier. FOX 13's Blake DeVine reports.
Family of teen killed in DUI crash speaks out
Lexi Ringo, 16, was in the car with her mother on Friday, December 26, when a pickup truck driven by Dominic Frye, 21, ran a stop sign and T-boned their car. FOX 13's Evan Axelbank reports.
Scientific breakthroughs in 2025
Scientists took big leaps this year in improving medicine, cleaning the environment and saving lives. FOX 13’s Craig Patrick reports.
Tampa Weather | Wednesday evening forecast
FOX 13 Meteorologist Jim Weber says Wednesday night will be clear with temperatures dropping into the upper 40s.
Student saved after cardiac arrest
A 13-year-old boy who went into cardiac arrest at school credit staff members for saving his life. FOX 13’s Kailey Tracy reports.
Fatal Lakeland house fire
A house fire that killed one person and injured another on New Year’s Eve in Lakeland is under investigation. FOX 13’s Carla Bayron reports.
Navigating retirement
Retirement is a big life change and some people struggle to stay social and not get bored.
Trump says he’s removing National Guard from Chicago, Los Angeles and Portland
President Trump said in a post on Truth Social that he's removing National Guard troops from Chicago, Los Angeles, and Portland.
Bexar County, Texas, missing teens: 1 found dead, 1 still missing, 1 found safe
The Bexar County Sheriff’s Office intensified search operations this week as investigators sought the public’s help in locating three teenagers reported missing in separate incidents across the county.
Federal government freezes Minnesota child care funding amid fraud investigation
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services announced it has frozen all child care payments to Minnesota amid the ongoing investigation and allegations of fraud. The equates to about $185 million per year.
Disney Cast Member hurt after boulder prop rolls off track towards audience at Indiana Jones Stunt Show
The cast member stepped in front of the boulder to prevent it from rolling into the audience.
Tampa Weather | Wednesday Forecast
Fox 13 Meteorologist Nash Rhodes says Wednesday forecast calls for sunny and clear skies with a high of just 59 degrees.