Stylist changes homeless lives
For long-time hair stylist Aimee Trachtenberg, the time she spends at the Homeless Empowerment Program (HEP) is her favorite.
For long-time hair stylist Aimee Trachtenberg, the time she spends at the Homeless Empowerment Program (HEP) is her favorite.
Lakeland leaders focus on growth, safety measures
During the city of Lakeland’s first day of their annual Strategic Planning Retreat, city officials discussed key issues, including infrastructure and public safety. FOX 13's Carla Bayron reports.
During the city of Lakeland’s first day of their annual Strategic Planning Retreat, city officials discussed key issues, including infrastructure and public safety. FOX 13's Carla Bayron reports.
Tampa's tree canopy shrinking
The city of Tampa is facing a significant loss of tree canopy after the 2024 hurricane season, according to a new study presented to the city council. FOX 13's Aaron Mesmer reports.
The city of Tampa is facing a significant loss of tree canopy after the 2024 hurricane season, according to a new study presented to the city council. FOX 13's Aaron Mesmer reports.
Feds move medical marijuana to Schedule III drug
With the stroke of a pen, Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche declared medical marijuana to be a Schedule III drug, which the Trump Administration — and University of Michigan professor Erin Bonar — hope will make research easier. FOX 13's Evan Axelbank reports.
With the stroke of a pen, Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche declared medical marijuana to be a Schedule III drug, which the Trump Administration — and University of Michigan professor Erin Bonar — hope will make research easier. FOX 13's Evan Axelbank reports.
Sloth World: Warehouse lacked proper permits for animals; 'stop work' order issued by county
The warehouse on International Drive where 31 sloths intended for Sloth World Orlando reportedly died was not permitted to have animals or wildlife of any kind, FOX 35 has learned.
The warehouse on International Drive where 31 sloths intended for Sloth World Orlando reportedly died was not permitted to have animals or wildlife of any kind, FOX 35 has learned.
A St. Pete father campaigns against gun violence
A St. Petersburg father honors the memory of his late son by working to end the tragedy of gun violence. FOX 13's Kailey Tracy brings us the story.
A St. Petersburg father honors the memory of his late son by working to end the tragedy of gun violence. FOX 13's Kailey Tracy brings us the story.
Tampa Weather | Thursday evening forecast
FOX 13 Chief Meteorologist Paul Dellegatto has the latest forecast.
FOX 13 Chief Meteorologist Paul Dellegatto has the latest forecast.
North Carolina woman, Houston-area teen accused of plot against Congregation Beth Israel
A North Carolina woman and a Houston-area teen were arrested and accused of conspiring to “kill as many Jews as possible" at Congregation Beth Israel in Houston.
A North Carolina woman and a Houston-area teen were arrested and accused of conspiring to “kill as many Jews as possible" at Congregation Beth Israel in Houston.
Future of Bradenton Beach Police Department
The Bradenton Beach Police Department has faced a lot of challenges after the 2024 hurricane season and now its future is up for discussion at a time when officers are looking to unionize. FOX 13’s Kimberly Kuizon reports.
The Bradenton Beach Police Department has faced a lot of challenges after the 2024 hurricane season and now its future is up for discussion at a time when officers are looking to unionize. FOX 13’s Kimberly Kuizon reports.
Rays stadium funding plan deadline
Hillsborough County officials are throwing cold water on the notion that the Rays stadium funding plan can be signed, sealed and delivered by June 1. FOX 13’s Evan Axelbank reports.
Hillsborough County officials are throwing cold water on the notion that the Rays stadium funding plan can be signed, sealed and delivered by June 1. FOX 13’s Evan Axelbank reports.
Minneapolis ISIS supporter sentenced to 8.5 years after trying to join terrorist group
A Minneapolis man was sentenced to more than eight years in prison for trying to join and support ISIS, after federal investigators tracked his online activities and travel attempts.
A Minneapolis man was sentenced to more than eight years in prison for trying to join and support ISIS, after federal investigators tracked his online activities and travel attempts.
Search for missing USF grad students
The search for two missing USF grad students grows as Thursday marks one week since the pair has been seen. FOX 13’s Kylie Jones reports.
The search for two missing USF grad students grows as Thursday marks one week since the pair has been seen. FOX 13’s Kylie Jones reports.
Ex-Alabama girls high school basketball coach charged with ‘deviant’ sex with student, dumped by husband
A former Alabama girls high school basketball coach, who was once pegged as a great role model for young people, was charged with deviant sexual intercourse with a student, among other crimes.
A former Alabama girls high school basketball coach, who was once pegged as a great role model for young people, was charged with deviant sexual intercourse with a student, among other crimes.
Nancy Guthrie disappearance: Day 82 latest updates
Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of NBC "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie, has been missing for 82 days. Authorities believe she was abducted from her Tucson-area home sometime between Jan. 31 and Feb. 1.
Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of NBC "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie, has been missing for 82 days. Authorities believe she was abducted from her Tucson-area home sometime between Jan. 31 and Feb. 1.
Tampa weather | Thursday afternoon forecast
FOX 13 Meteorologist Jim Weber says Thursday will be partly cloudy with the possibility of a random shower. The high temperature will be 84 degrees.
FOX 13 Meteorologist Jim Weber says Thursday will be partly cloudy with the possibility of a random shower. The high temperature will be 84 degrees.
Former owner of 'Home Alone' house found dead in Chicago suburb after child sexual abuse material charges
The former owner of the “Home Alone" house was found dead this week in a suburban Chicago nature preserve, authorities said. Just last week, he was charged with possession of child sexual abuse material.
The former owner of the “Home Alone" house was found dead this week in a suburban Chicago nature preserve, authorities said. Just last week, he was charged with possession of child sexual abuse material.
Virginia redistricting update: Judge blocks certification of new congressional maps
A Virginia judge has blocked certification of the state’s newly approved congressional maps, striking down the election certification less than a day after voters backed the mid‑term redistricting plan.
A Virginia judge has blocked certification of the state’s newly approved congressional maps, striking down the election certification less than a day after voters backed the mid‑term redistricting plan.
Tampa weather | Thursday morning forecast
FOX 13 Meteorologist Dave Osterberg says Thursday will have a mix of clouds and sun with a high of 84 degrees.
FOX 13 Meteorologist Dave Osterberg says Thursday will have a mix of clouds and sun with a high of 84 degrees.
Teen smashes smoke shop window in $5K burglary
Deputies arrested a teen accused of smashing the glass window of a smoke shop before stealing nearly $5,000 worth of merchandise, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office.
Deputies arrested a teen accused of smashing the glass window of a smoke shop before stealing nearly $5,000 worth of merchandise, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office.
Protecting paradise on Earth Day
Environmental advocates point to Earth Day as important in drawing attention to the importance of conservation. FOX 13's Danielle Zulkosky reports.
Environmental advocates point to Earth Day as important in drawing attention to the importance of conservation. FOX 13's Danielle Zulkosky reports.