Learning the benefits of prescribed burns
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Hillsborough County's annual Prescribed Fire Fest returned to educate the public, but without live fire demonstrations due to the ongoing countywide burn ban. FOX 13's Jennifer Kveglis reports.

Engines roar at Bradenton's River Regatta event
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Bradenton hosted its 11th annual River Regatta this weekend, Manatee County’s largest spectator event. FOX 13's Heather Healy reports.

Nancy Guthrie disappearance: Day 21 latest updates

Saturday marks Day 21 since Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of NBC "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie, disappeared from her Tucson-area home. Investigators believe she was taken against her will.

NASA: Artemis II launch delayed over new issue

NASA troubleshooting issue that has pushed the March launch window out of consideration, officials say.

Managing pests without pesticides
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Pests are a huge concern for Florida growers, which is why University of Florida researchers are spreading the word about how they can be managed without pesticides. FOX 13's Carla Bayron reports. 

Solutions to lifeguard shortage
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As beach season approaches, Pinellas County is racing to fill lifeguard towers at some of its popular waterfronts — Fort De Soto and Sand Key. Despite a nationwide shortage, local officials are hoping competitive pay and the promise of public safety will draw in new recruits before the spring rush. FOX 13's Genevieve Curtis reports. 

State of the Region report: Pedestrian safety
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Tampa Bay’s report card is in, and the region’s workforce pipeline remains strong. But even after a year of progress, affording to live in the region remains a challenge. FOX 13's Briona Arradondo reports. 

Bill allows volunteer, armed guards at places of worship
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A bill that unanimously passed through the Florida Senate could change how churches, synagogues and mosques handle security. FOX 13's Blake DeVine reports.  

Nancy Guthrie disappearance: Day 20 latest updates

Friday marks Day 20 since Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of NBC "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie, disappeared from her Tucson-area home. Investigators believe she was taken against her will.

South Tampa preschool closing at end of May
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Parents in South Tampa are scrambling to find childcare after learning their children's preschool is closing at the end of the school year. FOX 13's Kylie Jones reports. 

Leading GOP candidate for FL governor holding town hall
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The leading Republican contender to become the next governor of Florida is in Tampa Friday evening. Congressman Byron Donalds of Fort Myers is holding a town hall on health care and insurance. FOX 13's Evan Axelbank reports. 

New pumping stations coming to Shore Acres
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For years, flooding has become a harsh reality for homeowners in Shore Acres, from hurricanes and heavy storms to even high tide events. Now, city leaders say help is on the way. FOX 13's Jennifer Kveglis reports. 

Local mayors talk property taxes, city funding
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Citizens had a chance to pose questions covering a variety of issues to the mayors of Tampa, Temple Terrace and Plant City this afternoon. FOX 13's Ariel Plasencia reports. 

Cold snap devastates Florida citrus industry
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Sen. Ashley Moody (R-Fla.) toured an orange grove in Polk City that saw 40% of its crop take weather damage during a cold snap that hit the entire state last week. FOX 13's Evan Axelbank reports. 

Little girl recovering after encephalitis battle
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A little girl whose fight for her life captured the hearts of her entire South Tampa community is on the road to recovery. FOX 13's Aaron Mesmer reports.