Tampa Weather | Tuesday Noon Forecast
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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.

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.

Tampa Weather | Tuesday Morning Forecast
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FOX 13's Valerie Mills says Tuesday's forecast calls for cooler temperatures all day with a high of 59 degrees.

History of Kwanzaa
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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
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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.

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.

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.

Florida's shifting population, cost of living
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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
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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. 

Gulfport police therapy dog
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The Gulfport Police Department just got its first therapy dog and it is already making a difference. FOX 13’s Kailey Tracy reports. 

Family forced to euthanize dog after adoption
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A Lakeland family is devastated after they say they were forced to euthanize their sick puppy before Christmas. FOX 13’S Carla Bayron reports. 

Rising healthcare costs in 2026
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As we close out the year Congress is trying to tackle rising healthcare costs and the debate over extending government subsidies is on the table, but what’s causing the surge in costs to begin with? FOX 13’s Political Editor Craig Patrick reports

2026 Gulf Coast Games for Life
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Registration is now open for athletes 55 years old and older who want to compete in the Gulf Coast Games for Life. 

Man sentenced for deadly crash
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A judge officially sentenced Dylan Fogle for ramming a semi-truck into a group of people outside of a Tampa strip club, killing a father. FOX 13’s Evan Axelbank reports. 

Tampa Weather | Monday evening forecast
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FOX 13’s Chief Meteorologist Paul Dellegatto says Monday night will turn colder with a passing shower and a temperature around 50 degrees. 

Marion County firefighter whipped, waterboarded describes horror to detectives: Investigative docs

A 19-year-old rookie firefighter at Marion County Fire Rescue's Fire Station 21 described to detectives the horror he underwent as his colleagues allegedly tackled him, put him into a leg lock, whipped him with a belt, and waterboarded him – all over the desire to gain access to his cell phone to watch a viral video he posted a while back on social media.