Government shutdown starts: Here's what closes during a shutdown
The U.S. government shut down early Wednesday morning after Congress failed to pass a funding bill. Here’s what it means for federal workers, key services, and everyday Americans.
The U.S. government shut down early Wednesday morning after Congress failed to pass a funding bill. Here’s what it means for federal workers, key services, and everyday Americans.
Orange County deputies rescue child with autism from retention pond
Orange County Deputies rescue child with autism from retention pond
Orange County Deputies rescue child with autism from retention pond
New law: Enhanced deadly crash penalties
Trenton?s Law takes effect Oct. 1, raising penalties for repeat DUI and BUI offenders. Evyn Moon reports.
Trenton?s Law takes effect Oct. 1, raising penalties for repeat DUI and BUI offenders. Evyn Moon reports.
New law: Flood protections
More than two dozen new laws will go into effect Wednesday. One particular adds protections for renters when it comes to flooding. Evyn Moon reports.
More than two dozen new laws will go into effect Wednesday. One particular adds protections for renters when it comes to flooding. Evyn Moon reports.
Murder-suicide investigation in Tampa
A man and woman were found dead inside a Tampa home after a murder-suicide Tuesday afternoon, according to officers.? Genevieve Curtis reports.
A man and woman were found dead inside a Tampa home after a murder-suicide Tuesday afternoon, according to officers.? Genevieve Curtis reports.
Government Shutdown 2025: Dems vote down Republican funding bill
Senate Democrats voted down a Republican funding bill to keep the government open Tuesday evening; with this development, the federal government will shut down just past midnight on Wednesday.
Senate Democrats voted down a Republican funding bill to keep the government open Tuesday evening; with this development, the federal government will shut down just past midnight on Wednesday.
Tyrese Gibson admits dogs killed neighbor’s pet, rehomes them
Actor and singer Tyrese Gibson admitted through his attorney that his dogs killed a neighbor’s dog while he was away.
Actor and singer Tyrese Gibson admitted through his attorney that his dogs killed a neighbor’s dog while he was away.
Corporal punishment or discipline? Why Marion County substitute accused of hitting kids to likely avoid arrest
A substitute teacher filling in at South Ocala Elementary School has been fired from the Marion County Public School District after several students accused her of slapping, grabbing, and pushing kids, and of using racial slurs and other curse words.
A substitute teacher filling in at South Ocala Elementary School has been fired from the Marion County Public School District after several students accused her of slapping, grabbing, and pushing kids, and of using racial slurs and other curse words.
Florida approves giving land for Trump library
Florida didn't become a solidly red state until President Donald Trump took office. Evan Axelbank reports.
Florida didn't become a solidly red state until President Donald Trump took office. Evan Axelbank reports.
Mobile home park's remarkable recovery
One year ago, Hurricane Helene and Milton turned the Tropic Isles Mobile Home Park Community in Palmetto into a disaster zone. Some wondered if the community would even survive. Kimberly Kuizon reports.
One year ago, Hurricane Helene and Milton turned the Tropic Isles Mobile Home Park Community in Palmetto into a disaster zone. Some wondered if the community would even survive. Kimberly Kuizon reports.
Changes coming to Lakeland Linder International Airport
Starting October 13, Lakeland Linder International Airport will begin charging $9 per day for parking, although the first four hours will be free. Carla Bayron reports.
Starting October 13, Lakeland Linder International Airport will begin charging $9 per day for parking, although the first four hours will be free. Carla Bayron reports.
Church leader in FBI raid in court
Investigators say a sprawling Tampa mansion served as the backdrop for a disturbing operation. Aaron Mesmer reports.
Investigators say a sprawling Tampa mansion served as the backdrop for a disturbing operation. Aaron Mesmer reports.
89-year-old Pinellas Park woman runs more than 16,500 consecutive days
FOX 13's Mark Skol has the story of Lois Bastien, a Pinellas Park woman who has been running for many, many years!
FOX 13's Mark Skol has the story of Lois Bastien, a Pinellas Park woman who has been running for many, many years!
Bucs hold pep rally at Lockhart Elementary
The Tampa Bay Bucs held a pep rally at Lockhart Elementary on Tuesday to celebrate their historic 50th season as well as their enhanced partnership with the Hillsborough County School District. As FOX 13 photojournalist Albert Gamboa shows us, the event had a lot to offer, from eye screenings to football drills.
The Tampa Bay Bucs held a pep rally at Lockhart Elementary on Tuesday to celebrate their historic 50th season as well as their enhanced partnership with the Hillsborough County School District. As FOX 13 photojournalist Albert Gamboa shows us, the event had a lot to offer, from eye screenings to football drills.
Shriners Children’s Hospital names its first International Patient Ambassador from Mexico
The Shriners Hospital has named Carlota from Mexico as one of two of the first International Patient Ambassadors.
The Shriners Hospital has named Carlota from Mexico as one of two of the first International Patient Ambassadors.
Illegal immigrant on trial for 2024 double murder
The murder trial of Angel Gabriel Cuz-Choc is underway in the Hillsborough County Courthouse.
The murder trial of Angel Gabriel Cuz-Choc is underway in the Hillsborough County Courthouse.
Friends join forces to create flood barrier system
Victims of last year's hurricane team up to create a flood barrier system. FOX 13's Kailey Tracy reports.
Victims of last year's hurricane team up to create a flood barrier system. FOX 13's Kailey Tracy reports.
Child loses portion of his leg in weekend crash
FOX 13's Kylie Jones has the story of a father and son seriously injured in a weekend car crash.
FOX 13's Kylie Jones has the story of a father and son seriously injured in a weekend car crash.
Dallas ICE facility attack: Second victim dies days after shooting
Following a targeted shooting at a Dallas ICE facility, 32-year-old Miguel Ángel García-Hernández, died days later, leaving behind a pregnant wife and four young children.
Following a targeted shooting at a Dallas ICE facility, 32-year-old Miguel Ángel García-Hernández, died days later, leaving behind a pregnant wife and four young children.
Inventions for your next tailgate
FOX 13's Chris Cato and Linda Hurtado show us some new inventions that could take your next tailgate to the next level.
FOX 13's Chris Cato and Linda Hurtado show us some new inventions that could take your next tailgate to the next level.



















