Much of Tampa Bay area in severe drought
The Withlacoochee Forestry Center of the Florida Forest Service said it's already responded to nine wildfires in 2026 in the Tampa Bay area. The latest one was in Citrus County, and the current weather isn’t enough to keep the wildfires down. FOX 13's Briona Arradondo reports.
The Withlacoochee Forestry Center of the Florida Forest Service said it's already responded to nine wildfires in 2026 in the Tampa Bay area. The latest one was in Citrus County, and the current weather isn’t enough to keep the wildfires down. FOX 13's Briona Arradondo reports.
Future uncertain for Board of Education
President Donald Trump plans to shut down the U.S. Department of Education, because he claims it's costly and unnecessary. FOX 13's Craig Patrick reports.
President Donald Trump plans to shut down the U.S. Department of Education, because he claims it's costly and unnecessary. FOX 13's Craig Patrick reports.
Business supports teen shot by stepfather
The owners of a jewelry business are showing their support and love to the victims of a murder suicide, including a 13-year-old who suffered gunshot wounds. FOX 13's Carla Bayron reports.
The owners of a jewelry business are showing their support and love to the victims of a murder suicide, including a 13-year-old who suffered gunshot wounds. FOX 13's Carla Bayron reports.
Bay Area housing market outlook for 2026
2026 could bring good news for home sellers and buyers. FOX 13’s Kylie Jones reports.
2026 could bring good news for home sellers and buyers. FOX 13’s Kylie Jones reports.
Flagler Sheriff: Missing 11-year-old boy was kidnapped, tied up by suspect
Flagler County Sheriff Rick Staly has released additional details after a 60-year-old registered sex offender was recently found with an 11-year-old boy, who was reported missing in St. Johns County, and a 15-year-old boy.
Flagler County Sheriff Rick Staly has released additional details after a 60-year-old registered sex offender was recently found with an 11-year-old boy, who was reported missing in St. Johns County, and a 15-year-old boy.
Couple arrested after sick dogs abandoned at park
Police say two suspects accused of dumping sick puppies at a Largo park have been illegally breeding dogs. FOX 13’s Ariel Plasencia reports.
Police say two suspects accused of dumping sick puppies at a Largo park have been illegally breeding dogs. FOX 13’s Ariel Plasencia reports.
Trump takes steps to dismantle Education Department
The Trump Administration is taking steps to dismantle the Department of Education and has more planned for 2026. FOX 13’s Craig Patrick reports.
The Trump Administration is taking steps to dismantle the Department of Education and has more planned for 2026. FOX 13’s Craig Patrick reports.
Tampa Weather | Friday evening forecast
FOX 13 Chief Meteorologist Paul Dellegatto says Friday evening will be mild with some clouds and a low of 62 degrees.
FOX 13 Chief Meteorologist Paul Dellegatto says Friday evening will be mild with some clouds and a low of 62 degrees.
Financial goals for 2026
Wealth Management Advisor Spencer Montgomery shares financial tips for the new year.
Wealth Management Advisor Spencer Montgomery shares financial tips for the new year.
Getting healthy in 2026
Dr. Janel Pastore shares some healthy New Year's resolutions for 2026.
Dr. Janel Pastore shares some healthy New Year's resolutions for 2026.
Beautiful glass art exhibition in St. Pete
Beautiful glass pieces made by artists from around the world are currently on display in St. Pete for "Magic + Migration: Nature in Contemporary Glass."
Beautiful glass pieces made by artists from around the world are currently on display in St. Pete for "Magic + Migration: Nature in Contemporary Glass."
Salmonella outbreak linked to raw oysters
Three Floridians reported falling ill from salmonella in a national outbreak that includes 64 total cases across 22 states. FOX 13's Ariel Plasencia reports
Three Floridians reported falling ill from salmonella in a national outbreak that includes 64 total cases across 22 states. FOX 13's Ariel Plasencia reports
Student test scores dropping in Florida
Florida’s school test scores are declining as the nation struggles with student performance as well. FOX 13's Craig Patrick reports.
Florida’s school test scores are declining as the nation struggles with student performance as well. FOX 13's Craig Patrick reports.
Retired cop arrested after threatening PCSO volunteer officer
A retired police officer is facing charges after deputies say he threatened a 75-year-old Polk County Sheriff’s Office volunteer officer while being issued a parking citation in Lakeland.
A retired police officer is facing charges after deputies say he threatened a 75-year-old Polk County Sheriff’s Office volunteer officer while being issued a parking citation in Lakeland.
Tampa weather | Friday afternoon forecast
FOX 13 Meteorologist Nash Rhodes says Friday afternoon will be sunny with temperatures around 72 degrees.
FOX 13 Meteorologist Nash Rhodes says Friday afternoon will be sunny with temperatures around 72 degrees.
Manatee viewing center in Apollo Beach
Hundreds of visitors watch sea cows at the Apollo Beach Manatee Viewing Center everyday.
Hundreds of visitors watch sea cows at the Apollo Beach Manatee Viewing Center everyday.
History of the East Wing
President Trump ordered the East Wing of the White House to be torn down so a new ballroom can be built. FOX 13's Evan Axelbank shows us the history of the national artifact that is now gone.
President Trump ordered the East Wing of the White House to be torn down so a new ballroom can be built. FOX 13's Evan Axelbank shows us the history of the national artifact that is now gone.
Daytime clubbing comes to the Ritz Ybor
Dayshift is delivering the energy of a nightclub without the late-night hours.
Dayshift is delivering the energy of a nightclub without the late-night hours.
Changes for Pasco County schools
Pasco County Schools has new guidelines for using AI in classrooms.
Pasco County Schools has new guidelines for using AI in classrooms.
Tampa weather | Friday morning forecast
FOX 13 Meteorologist Jim Weber says there will be scattered clouds and cool temperatures on Friday.
FOX 13 Meteorologist Jim Weber says there will be scattered clouds and cool temperatures on Friday.