Fire significantly damages Sonny's BBQ in Bartow
A fire broke out at Sonny’s BBQ in Bartow early Wednesday morning and destroyed the restaurant. FOX 13's Carla Bayron reports.
A fire broke out at Sonny’s BBQ in Bartow early Wednesday morning and destroyed the restaurant. FOX 13's Carla Bayron reports.
Gov. DeSantis calls for special session on redistricting
Governor Ron DeSantis said he is issuing a proclamation Wednesday to convene a special legislative session in late April for the redistricting of Florida’s congressional map. FOX 13's Evan Axelbank reports.
Governor Ron DeSantis said he is issuing a proclamation Wednesday to convene a special legislative session in late April for the redistricting of Florida’s congressional map. FOX 13's Evan Axelbank reports.
Teen shares story after leg amputation
A Bradenton teen is finally heading home after a nearly 17-hour surgery to remove a tumor and to amputate her left leg. FOX 13's Ariel Plasencia reports.
A Bradenton teen is finally heading home after a nearly 17-hour surgery to remove a tumor and to amputate her left leg. FOX 13's Ariel Plasencia reports.
Tampa Weather | Muggy and foggy evening
FOX 13 Chief Meteorologist Paul Dellegatto has your forecast as we track a fairly muggy and foggy rest of the day for this time of year.
FOX 13 Chief Meteorologist Paul Dellegatto has your forecast as we track a fairly muggy and foggy rest of the day for this time of year.
Manatee Children's Services aims to stop child abuse
More than 6,000 cases of child abuse are reported in Manatee County yearly, and there is often physical and emotional trauma left with the children. FOX 13's Kimberly Kuizon reports.
More than 6,000 cases of child abuse are reported in Manatee County yearly, and there is often physical and emotional trauma left with the children. FOX 13's Kimberly Kuizon reports.
DHS could cut ties with FEMA workers
The Department of Homeland Security is considering a plan to sharply decrease the number of FEMA workers who respond to storms. FOX 13's Evan Axelbank reports.
The Department of Homeland Security is considering a plan to sharply decrease the number of FEMA workers who respond to storms. FOX 13's Evan Axelbank reports.
Florida ranked second in growth in 2025, reports say
More families are packing up and heading to Florida again, according to new data from U-Haul and backed up by movers and real estate professionals in Tampa. FOX 13's Aaron Mesmer reports.
More families are packing up and heading to Florida again, according to new data from U-Haul and backed up by movers and real estate professionals in Tampa. FOX 13's Aaron Mesmer reports.
Man convicted in case behind 'Dexter's Law' back in court
The case that inspired Florida’s newest animal cruelty law is back in court today. FOX 13's Kailey Tracy reports.
The case that inspired Florida’s newest animal cruelty law is back in court today. FOX 13's Kailey Tracy reports.
Gov. Walz calls fatal ICE shooting ‘totally predictable, totally avoidable’
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz called the fatal shooting of a 37-year-old woman by an ICE agent in south Minneapolis on Wednesday morning "totally predictable, and totally avoidable."
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz called the fatal shooting of a 37-year-old woman by an ICE agent in south Minneapolis on Wednesday morning "totally predictable, and totally avoidable."
Mosi's 'Be the Dinosaur' exhibit opens in Plant City
A hands-on dinosaur exhibit is bringing a newfound love of science to Plant City.
A hands-on dinosaur exhibit is bringing a newfound love of science to Plant City.
Pet of the Week: Meet Bailey
Introducing Bailey as this week's Pet of the Week.
Introducing Bailey as this week's Pet of the Week.
Growing Florida's diverse orchids
A local St. Pete business owner shows how growing orchids turned into an unexpected opportunity.
A local St. Pete business owner shows how growing orchids turned into an unexpected opportunity.
DeSantis calls for special session on redistricting
Governor DeSantis announced a special legislative session in late April for the redistricting of Florida’s congressional map.
Governor DeSantis announced a special legislative session in late April for the redistricting of Florida’s congressional map.
Tampa Weather | Wednesday afternoon forecast
FOX 13 Meteorologist Jim Weber says Wednesday afternoon brings scattered clouds and warm with a high of 78 degrees.
FOX 13 Meteorologist Jim Weber says Wednesday afternoon brings scattered clouds and warm with a high of 78 degrees.
Tampa Weather | Wednesday afternoon forecast
FOX 13 Meteorologist Jim Weber says Wednesday afternoon brings scattered clouds and warm with a high of 78 degrees.
FOX 13 Meteorologist Jim Weber says Wednesday afternoon brings scattered clouds and warm with a high of 78 degrees.
Tampa Bay veteran gifted all-terrain wheelchair
A veteran's service to America has landed him a brand-new wheelchair thanks to a local military organization. FOX 13's Heather Healy reports.
A veteran's service to America has landed him a brand-new wheelchair thanks to a local military organization. FOX 13's Heather Healy reports.
Minneapolis mayor calls for ICE agents to leave city immediately following deadly shooting
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey is calling for ICE agents to leave the city "immediately" following a deadly shooting involving an ICE agent Wednesday morning.
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey is calling for ICE agents to leave the city "immediately" following a deadly shooting involving an ICE agent Wednesday morning.
Tampa Weather | Wednesday morning forecast
FOX 13 Meteorologist Dave Osterberg says Wednesday morning will have early dense fog then sunshine with a high of 78 degrees.
FOX 13 Meteorologist Dave Osterberg says Wednesday morning will have early dense fog then sunshine with a high of 78 degrees.
Crumbling American Legion Post faces possible closure
Leaders at the American Legion Alafia Post 148 in Riverview say the building itself is now at risk. The post, which is turning 80 this year, is dealing with peeling stucco, roof and gutter problems, and ongoing drainage and septic issues. FOX 13's Jennifer Kveglis reports.
Leaders at the American Legion Alafia Post 148 in Riverview say the building itself is now at risk. The post, which is turning 80 this year, is dealing with peeling stucco, roof and gutter problems, and ongoing drainage and septic issues. FOX 13's Jennifer Kveglis reports.
Rate increase for TECO customers
Once again, TECO customers are seeing higher electric bills after a new base rate increase. This marks the fourth time TECO bills have gone up over the last 13 months. FOX 13's Blake DeVine reports.
Once again, TECO customers are seeing higher electric bills after a new base rate increase. This marks the fourth time TECO bills have gone up over the last 13 months. FOX 13's Blake DeVine reports.