First bear hunt in Florida approved
FOX 13's Evan Axelbank explains what is next after FWC commissioners approved Florida's first bear hunt in more than a decade.
FOX 13's Evan Axelbank explains what is next after FWC commissioners approved Florida's first bear hunt in more than a decade.
Crane falls on Bartow roof
A Bartow family is trying to rebuild after an 80-ton crane fell through their roof while they were having a tree removed from their yard. FOX 13?s Carla Bayron reports.
A Bartow family is trying to rebuild after an 80-ton crane fell through their roof while they were having a tree removed from their yard. FOX 13?s Carla Bayron reports.
Tampa Bay Lightning home gets new name
Amalie Arena, home to the Tampa Bay Lightning, has been renamed Benchmark International Arena. FOX 13?s Evan Axelbank reports.
Amalie Arena, home to the Tampa Bay Lightning, has been renamed Benchmark International Arena. FOX 13?s Evan Axelbank reports.
Florida cracks down on kratom byproduct
Florida announced emergency action on Wednesday to classify 7-OH as a schedule 1 drug like heroin or methamphetamine. FOX 13?s Evyn Moon reports.
Florida announced emergency action on Wednesday to classify 7-OH as a schedule 1 drug like heroin or methamphetamine. FOX 13?s Evyn Moon reports.
Back-to-school lunch ideas
FOX 13's Linda Hurtado, Chris Cato and their guest talk about some good back-to-school lunch ideas.
FOX 13's Linda Hurtado, Chris Cato and their guest talk about some good back-to-school lunch ideas.
Search warrant leads to gunfire in Sarasota
Several deputies in Sarasota County were involved in a shooting on Wednesday while trying to serve a search warrant. FOX 13?s Kimberly Kuizon reports.
Several deputies in Sarasota County were involved in a shooting on Wednesday while trying to serve a search warrant. FOX 13?s Kimberly Kuizon reports.
Alligator helps fight python invasion in Everglades
An alligator in the Florida Everglades was seen devouring a Burmese python on Friday, August 8. A volunteer at Shark Valley caught the moment on camera.
An alligator in the Florida Everglades was seen devouring a Burmese python on Friday, August 8. A volunteer at Shark Valley caught the moment on camera.
Meet Nova, our FOX 13 Pet of the Week
Nova is up for adoption at the Humane Society of Tampa Bay.
Nova is up for adoption at the Humane Society of Tampa Bay.
Florida AG takes emergency action against 7-OH
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier announced an emergency action to ban 7-OH in the state of Florida on Wednesday.
Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier announced an emergency action to ban 7-OH in the state of Florida on Wednesday.
'Graham Hoffman Act': Sen. Ashley Moody urges passage of legislation in Florida
U.S. Sen. Ashley Moody, Orange County Sheriff John Mina and first responders gathered on Wednesday afternoon in Orlando to urge the passing of the "Graham Hoffman Act," a piece of legislation the leaders say "will protect those who keep our communities safe and punish criminals who attack them."
U.S. Sen. Ashley Moody, Orange County Sheriff John Mina and first responders gathered on Wednesday afternoon in Orlando to urge the passing of the "Graham Hoffman Act," a piece of legislation the leaders say "will protect those who keep our communities safe and punish criminals who attack them."
Florida DOGE auditors in St. Petersburg
Florida's CFO was greeted by protestors as he tried to give an update on DOGE auditors inspecting St. Pete's books.
Florida's CFO was greeted by protestors as he tried to give an update on DOGE auditors inspecting St. Pete's books.
Owner of dog that killed Florida child will face misdemeanor charge, officials say
The owner of one of the dogs that killed an 8-year-old Florida boy in January is now facing a second-degree misdemeanor charge, according to State Attorney William Scheiner.
The owner of one of the dogs that killed an 8-year-old Florida boy in January is now facing a second-degree misdemeanor charge, according to State Attorney William Scheiner.
Raising awareness about Feeding Tampa Bay
The Kairos Exchange is hosting an opportunity forum to raise awareness about Feeding Tampa Bay.
The Kairos Exchange is hosting an opportunity forum to raise awareness about Feeding Tampa Bay.
78-year-old Lady Lake woman fights off burglary suspect, police say
A 78-year-old woman fought off a man who forced his way into her home, tried to steal her purse, and injured her during the struggle, according to Lady Lake police.
A 78-year-old woman fought off a man who forced his way into her home, tried to steal her purse, and injured her during the struggle, according to Lady Lake police.
Gov. DeSantis news conference on police recruitment
Gov. Ron DeSantis held a news conference in Tampa on Wednesday, highlighting thousands of $5,000 bonuses given out through the Florida Law Enforcement Recruitment Bonus Payment Program.
Gov. Ron DeSantis held a news conference in Tampa on Wednesday, highlighting thousands of $5,000 bonuses given out through the Florida Law Enforcement Recruitment Bonus Payment Program.
Mexico travel advisory raised to Level 2 amid safety concerns
The updated travel advisory includes popular destinations including Los Cabos and Cancún.
The updated travel advisory includes popular destinations including Los Cabos and Cancún.
August 13 marks 813 Day in Tampa
The City of Tampa is once again celebrating 813 Day, complete with deals and giveaways. FOX 13?s Regina Gonzalez reports.
The City of Tampa is once again celebrating 813 Day, complete with deals and giveaways. FOX 13?s Regina Gonzalez reports.
St. Pete DOGE audit begins
The state?s DOGE auditors are in St. Petersburg to inspect the city?s finances in an effort to monitor spending and taxation at the local level. FOX 13?s Matthew McClellan reports.
The state?s DOGE auditors are in St. Petersburg to inspect the city?s finances in an effort to monitor spending and taxation at the local level. FOX 13?s Matthew McClellan reports.
FWC meets to vote on bear hunting
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is meeting on Wednesday to discuss the rules for a potential three-week bear hunt in December. FOX 13?s Kellie Cowan reports.
The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission is meeting on Wednesday to discuss the rules for a potential three-week bear hunt in December. FOX 13?s Kellie Cowan reports.
Captains grow concerned about boat rentals
From Beer Can Island to Shell Key, the Tampa Bay area is a boater?s paradise, whether you own a vessel or rent one online. But maritime professionals say Florida?s relaxed boating requirements are a recipe for accidents, especially for newcomers unfamiliar with local waters. Evyn Moon reports.
From Beer Can Island to Shell Key, the Tampa Bay area is a boater?s paradise, whether you own a vessel or rent one online. But maritime professionals say Florida?s relaxed boating requirements are a recipe for accidents, especially for newcomers unfamiliar with local waters. Evyn Moon reports.