Judge allows Florida’s first bear hunt in a decade to proceed
A Tallahassee judge declined to block Florida’s upcoming black bear hunt despite an ongoing lawsuit.
What happened to Anna Kepner? Why Stepmom wants case sealed from public, press: court docs
The stepmom of Anna Kepner, the 18-year-old Florida girl who died aboard a Carnival cruise ship weeks ago, and the mother of the 16-year-old reportedly under suspicion of her death, wants her child custody civil case to be sealed – effectively barring the public and journalists from access to future updates.
Church food pantry continues to help the community
Eight years ago, an idea to transform extra space at St. Thomas More Catholic Church in Sarasota, turned into a project that continues to help the community today.
Using AI to assist you with vacation planning
Travelers are using vacation itineraries generated by artificial intelligence chatbots. Ariel Plasencia reports.
Obamacare subsidies plan still on hold
With Obamacare subsidies set to expire by the end of this year, the White House had been set to release a plan on Monday, but they're reportedly holding off on that. Evan Axelbank reports.
Road rage shooting suspect back in court
The man charged with second-degree murder in a road rage shooting in Tampa was denied bond. Kylie Jones reports.
World War II veteran turns 100
A local World War II Army veteran is celebrating a big milestone.
Thanksgiving cooking safety
In Tampa, firefighters held a fiery demonstration when they lowered a turkey that hadn't been thawed properly into hot oil. Lloyd Sowers reports.
Robin Severance-Lopez: Sheriff’s estranged wife accepts plea deal, avoids jail time in gambling case
Robin Severance-Lopez, the estranged wife of suspended Osceola County Sheriff Marcos Lopez, will change her plea and avoid jail time by accepting 24 months of probation on reduced charges.
DIY: Mini pumpkin pies
From baking tasty dishes to making stuff with glue guns and glitter, the holidays are a time to get crafty. FOX 13's Kellie Cowan kicked it off with a delicious little treat.
Gift ideas for teens
The holiday shopping season is almost in full swing. Many Americans have already been buying gifts and millions more will start this Friday.
Judge dismisses Comey, James indictments after finding that prosecutor was illegally appointed
A federal judge has dismissed the criminal cases against former FBI Director James Comey and New York Attorney General Letitia James, concluding that the prosecutor who brought the charges at President Donald Trump’s urging was illegally appointed by the Justice Department.
Author Steve Urszenyi's new book 'Blood Oath'
FOX 13's Linda Hurtado talked with Author Steve Urszenyi about his new book centered around the perspective of a female character: CIA Special Agent Alexandra Martel. The story is set in the heart of Africa.
First lady receives 2025 White House Christmas tree
First lady Melania Trump received the official 2025 White House Christmas tree on Monday, marking the start of the holiday season.
Florida man shoots roommate in face after drinking, argument, police say
A Florida man was arrested after shooting his roommate in the face and the hip at a home in Deltona on Sunday morning, the Volusia Sheriff's Office said.
Beware of holiday scams
Thanksgiving is just a few days away, which means the biggest holiday shopping day of the year is right around the corner and so are holiday scams. FOX 13’s Danielle Zulkosky reports.
Push for nationwide emergency contact system
A Bradenton mother who lost her daughter to a drunk driver wants a nationwide emergency contact system. FOX 13’s Jennifer Kveglis reports.
Locksmith injured in Indian River County shooting dies, deputies say
A local locksmith injured in an Indian River County shooting on Friday has died Sunday, according to deputies.
Holiday meal delivery to first responders
FOX 13's Regina Gonzalez talked with former Bucs Fullback Mike Alstott about the meals he handed out across Pinellas County.
Grady Judd hands out turkeys ahead of Thanksgiving
Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd handing out free turkeys to families for the 8th straight year.



















