Fireworks safety reminders ahead of New Year’s Eve
Those looking to celebrate New Year’s Eve will have to put away the fireworks if they are in an area that is under a burn ban and for those who aren’t, firefighters are issuing a warning. FOX 13’s Evan Axelbank reports.
Those looking to celebrate New Year’s Eve will have to put away the fireworks if they are in an area that is under a burn ban and for those who aren’t, firefighters are issuing a warning. FOX 13’s Evan Axelbank reports.
Tampa Weather | Tuesday evening forecast
FOX 13 Chief Meteorologist Paul Dellegatto says Tuesday night will be clear and cold with temperatures dipping into the 30s.
FOX 13 Chief Meteorologist Paul Dellegatto says Tuesday night will be clear and cold with temperatures dipping into the 30s.
'Radical Softness' at Sarasota Art Museum
In "Radical Softness" at Sarasota Art Museum, visitors are taken through visual artist Janet Echelman's 40-year career. FOX 13 Photojournalist Barry Wong reports.
In "Radical Softness" at Sarasota Art Museum, visitors are taken through visual artist Janet Echelman's 40-year career. FOX 13 Photojournalist Barry Wong reports.
Rhonda Shear still 'Up All Night'
A Bay Area entrepreneur is diving into the world of podcasters and influencers — and she's bringing along some nostalgia. FOX 13's Lloyd Sowers reports.
A Bay Area entrepreneur is diving into the world of podcasters and influencers — and she's bringing along some nostalgia. FOX 13's Lloyd Sowers reports.
Florida bear hunt: 52 black bears killed, FWC says
The Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission released initial numbers from the 2025 Bear Hunt, the first bear hunt in Florida after nearly a decade.
The Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission released initial numbers from the 2025 Bear Hunt, the first bear hunt in Florida after nearly a decade.
Quadrantid meteor shower peaks Friday night but bright supermoon may hinder visibility
The New Year brings a double feature celestial performance as the year’s first supermoon and Quadrantid meteor shower go head-to-head in the night skies Friday.
The New Year brings a double feature celestial performance as the year’s first supermoon and Quadrantid meteor shower go head-to-head in the night skies Friday.
Family seeks justice in hit-and-run crash
FOX 13's Jennifer Kveglis reports.
FOX 13's Jennifer Kveglis reports.
Tampa Weather | Tuesday Noon Forecast
Fox 13 Meteorologist Valerie Mills says Tuesday's forecast calls for cooler temperatures with highs in the 50's.
Fox 13 Meteorologist Valerie Mills says Tuesday's forecast calls for cooler temperatures with highs in the 50's.
Florida grandma, caregiver accused of drugging great-granddaughter in alleged murder-suicide plan: Deputies
A Florida grandma has been arrested, accused of drugging her 13-year-old disabled great-granddaughter in an alleged murder-suicide plan, according to the Volusia County Sheriff's Office.
A Florida grandma has been arrested, accused of drugging her 13-year-old disabled great-granddaughter in an alleged murder-suicide plan, according to the Volusia County Sheriff's Office.
Meet Aloka, the peace dog winning hearts nationwide during Walk for Peace
If you’ve spotted a calm, confident dog padding along beside a group of Buddhist monks — sometimes dressed better than the humans — you’ve likely met Aloka, better known as the Peace Dog.
If you’ve spotted a calm, confident dog padding along beside a group of Buddhist monks — sometimes dressed better than the humans — you’ve likely met Aloka, better known as the Peace Dog.
Tampa Weather | Tuesday Morning Forecast
FOX 13's Valerie Mills says Tuesday's forecast calls for cooler temperatures all day with a high of 59 degrees.
FOX 13's Valerie Mills says Tuesday's forecast calls for cooler temperatures all day with a high of 59 degrees.
History of Kwanzaa
It's Kwanzaa, a holiday that spans seven days, recognizing African culture and community in the U.S. Kwanzaa emerged in the Black freedom movement in the 1960s, and it's grown to be a nationally recognized holiday.
It's Kwanzaa, a holiday that spans seven days, recognizing African culture and community in the U.S. Kwanzaa emerged in the Black freedom movement in the 1960s, and it's grown to be a nationally recognized holiday.
New Florida laws in 2026
After the champagne is popped to mark the start of 2026, a wave of new laws will take effect across Florida. FOX 13's Blake DeVine reports.
After the champagne is popped to mark the start of 2026, a wave of new laws will take effect across Florida. FOX 13's Blake DeVine reports.
Dr. Phillips High School football player among 4 teens killed in separate shootings
Four teenagers have been shot and killed across Central Florida in less than a week since Christmas Eve, authorities said, marking a deadly holiday period for the region.
Four teenagers have been shot and killed across Central Florida in less than a week since Christmas Eve, authorities said, marking a deadly holiday period for the region.
Police: Boy sent 'joke' threat to youth soccer league group chat
A youth soccer league canceled practice and police increased security at a sports complex after a 12-year-old boy sent a threatening text message to a parents' group chat.
A youth soccer league canceled practice and police increased security at a sports complex after a 12-year-old boy sent a threatening text message to a parents' group chat.
Lawyers demand evidence of alleged DC pipe bomber's confession
Cole's lawyers have filed a request for the prosecution to provide evidence of his confession, including any recordings.
Cole's lawyers have filed a request for the prosecution to provide evidence of his confession, including any recordings.
Florida's shifting population, cost of living
Florida’s growing senior population—dubbed the “Silver Tsunami"—could affect healthcare, schools, and workforce availability. FOX 13's Craig Patrick reports.
Florida’s growing senior population—dubbed the “Silver Tsunami"—could affect healthcare, schools, and workforce availability. FOX 13's Craig Patrick reports.
Phillippi Creek dredging project underway
Dredging is underway along Sarasota County's Phillippi Creek with the hope of preventing flooding from future hurricanes or heavy rain events. FOX 13's Kimberly Kuizon reports.
Dredging is underway along Sarasota County's Phillippi Creek with the hope of preventing flooding from future hurricanes or heavy rain events. FOX 13's Kimberly Kuizon reports.
New organization to host Tampa Pride Festival
Tampa will get a Pride festival in 2026 after all. FOX 13's Evan Axelbank reports.
Tampa will get a Pride festival in 2026 after all. FOX 13's Evan Axelbank reports.
Pinellas County beach renourishment project
Get a bird’s eye view of a beach renourishment project in Pinellas County.
Get a bird’s eye view of a beach renourishment project in Pinellas County.