Florida celebrates Arbor Day
Friday marks the celebration of Arbor Day in Florida. County forester Alyssa Vinson explains why arborists are in high demand.
Friday marks the celebration of Arbor Day in Florida. County forester Alyssa Vinson explains why arborists are in high demand.
Immersive capybara experience in the Bay Area
The world's largest rodents seem to be popping up all over Tampa Bay, but like many other capybaras, the trio with CapyCove, seem to be welcomed by most.
The world's largest rodents seem to be popping up all over Tampa Bay, but like many other capybaras, the trio with CapyCove, seem to be welcomed by most.
New workforce housing complex takes shape in Sarasota
Sarasota Station Apartments will bring more than 200 affordable housing units to families and workers of Sarasota. FOX 13's Kimberly Kuizon reports.
Sarasota Station Apartments will bring more than 200 affordable housing units to families and workers of Sarasota. FOX 13's Kimberly Kuizon reports.
Video: Train crushes delivery robot stuck on tracks
A food delivery robot was demolished by a Brightline train in Miami Thursday evening after getting stuck on the train tracks. Courtesy: Guillermo Dapelo via Storyful.
A food delivery robot was demolished by a Brightline train in Miami Thursday evening after getting stuck on the train tracks. Courtesy: Guillermo Dapelo via Storyful.
Dozens of neglected dogs removed from Florida home
A Florida woman was arrested Wednesday after 50 neglected dogs were removed from her home, where investigators say she was illegally breeding, selling dogs and practicing veterinary medicine without a license, according to the Collier County Sheriff’s Office.
A Florida woman was arrested Wednesday after 50 neglected dogs were removed from her home, where investigators say she was illegally breeding, selling dogs and practicing veterinary medicine without a license, according to the Collier County Sheriff’s Office.
Local 'booktoker' previews popular 2026 releases
Booktoker Erica Nunez previews some of the top books being released in 2026.
Booktoker Erica Nunez previews some of the top books being released in 2026.
Tampa weather | Friday forecast
FOX 13 Meteorologist Jim Weber say Friday will be unseasonably cool with a high of 60 degrees.
FOX 13 Meteorologist Jim Weber say Friday will be unseasonably cool with a high of 60 degrees.
Thousands to lose access to HIV drugs
Around 10,000 people will soon lose access to affordable HIV drugs as Florida makes cuts to the AIDS Drug Assistance Program. FOX 13's Danielle Zulkosky reports.
Around 10,000 people will soon lose access to affordable HIV drugs as Florida makes cuts to the AIDS Drug Assistance Program. FOX 13's Danielle Zulkosky reports.
'Teen Mom' star Farrah Abraham announces run for Austin City Council seat
“Teen Mom" star Farrah Abraham is hoping to unseat an Austin City Council member in the November 2026 election.
“Teen Mom" star Farrah Abraham is hoping to unseat an Austin City Council member in the November 2026 election.
Stimulus payment January 2026, IRS direct deposit relief payment & tariff dividend fact check
Rumors about new stimulus checks, IRS direct deposits, relief payments and tariff dividends swirled throughout 2025, and they’re continuing to circulate as we head into 2026. But is there any truth to them?
Rumors about new stimulus checks, IRS direct deposits, relief payments and tariff dividends swirled throughout 2025, and they’re continuing to circulate as we head into 2026. But is there any truth to them?
Florida governor candidate proposes 'sin tax' on OnlyFans creators
Florida Republican gubernatorial candidate James Fishback is proposing a hefty crackdown on OnlyFans creators in the state.
Florida Republican gubernatorial candidate James Fishback is proposing a hefty crackdown on OnlyFans creators in the state.
Tampa weather | Friday morning forecast
FOX 13 Meteorologist Dave Osterberg says Friday morning will have sunny skies and be unseasonably cool with a high of 59 degrees.
FOX 13 Meteorologist Dave Osterberg says Friday morning will have sunny skies and be unseasonably cool with a high of 59 degrees.
Economic impact of St. Pete's MLK Parade
Thousands of people are expected to line the streets of St. Petersburg on Monday as the city celebrates the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. — and the return of one of its most meaningful traditions. FOX 13's Genevieve Curtis reports.
Thousands of people are expected to line the streets of St. Petersburg on Monday as the city celebrates the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. — and the return of one of its most meaningful traditions. FOX 13's Genevieve Curtis reports.
Crowds brave cold at Manatee County Fair
As a bitter cold snap sweeps through Florida, freeze warnings were in affect for much of the Sunshine State. Despite the cold, though, crowds still poured into the Manatee County Fair on opening night. FOX 13's Blake DeVine reports.
As a bitter cold snap sweeps through Florida, freeze warnings were in affect for much of the Sunshine State. Despite the cold, though, crowds still poured into the Manatee County Fair on opening night. FOX 13's Blake DeVine reports.
Iranian protests impact local residents
Tensions have escalated with the Human Rights Activists News Agency reporting more than 2,600 people have been killed by the Iranian government. The turmoil has Iranian Americans worried for their loved ones overseas. FOX 13's Briona Arradondo reports.
Tensions have escalated with the Human Rights Activists News Agency reporting more than 2,600 people have been killed by the Iranian government. The turmoil has Iranian Americans worried for their loved ones overseas. FOX 13's Briona Arradondo reports.
State agencies get checks for immigration enforcement
Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd and Florida’s Chief Financial Officer Blaise Ingoglia joined law enforcement officers from across the Bay Area to discuss the state’s illegal immigration policies and enforcement.
Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd and Florida’s Chief Financial Officer Blaise Ingoglia joined law enforcement officers from across the Bay Area to discuss the state’s illegal immigration policies and enforcement.
Woman charged in suspected pickpocketing ping
A career criminal from Chile has been arrested for pick-pocketing and credit card fraud after the Sarasota Police Department says he and two other suspects targeted a mother who was caring for her newborn. FOX 13's Kailey Tracy reports.
A career criminal from Chile has been arrested for pick-pocketing and credit card fraud after the Sarasota Police Department says he and two other suspects targeted a mother who was caring for her newborn. FOX 13's Kailey Tracy reports.
VIDEO: Construction workers jump across roofs mid-ICE raid in Los Angeles County
Construction workers in Montebello jumped across roofs attempting to get away from ICE agents in Los Angeles County.
Construction workers in Montebello jumped across roofs attempting to get away from ICE agents in Los Angeles County.
Gov. DeSantis discusses 'Schools of Hope' expansion
Governor Ron DeSantis is weighing in on growing concerns over a new law that expands the rights of Schools of Hope charter schools, as district leaders across Florida warn the policy could strain public school resources. FOX 13's Aaron Mesmer reports.
Governor Ron DeSantis is weighing in on growing concerns over a new law that expands the rights of Schools of Hope charter schools, as district leaders across Florida warn the policy could strain public school resources. FOX 13's Aaron Mesmer reports.
President Trump threatens to invoke Insurrection Act
FOX 13's Political Editor Craig Patrick breaks down President Trump's threat to use the Insurrection Act.
FOX 13's Political Editor Craig Patrick breaks down President Trump's threat to use the Insurrection Act.