FDLE searches for clues in disappearance out of Bartow
In a case that has puzzled authorities and left a family in anguish, the Florida Department of Law Enforcement is intensifying its investigation into the mysterious disappearance of Samantha Fiddler, a Canadian mother of three. Genevieve Curtis reports.
Anna Kepner: Mom of teen who died on cruise ship remembers her daughter’s constant smile
The mother of Anna Kepner, the 18-year-old found dead aboard a cruise ship, is sharing memories of her daughter and describing her as a joyful, compassionate young woman.
Ms. Sun City Center pageant returns
The beloved Ms. Sun City Center pageant is back eighteen years later. The community revived the pageant hoping to celebrate the beauty of seniors and their love of volunteering. Allie Corey reports.
Solutions to keep kids off the streets
This week, FOX 13 got an inside look at a statewide operation that led to the recovery of 122 missing children in Florida. The U.S. Marshals led a team of local law enforcement in Tampa, Orlando, Jacksonville and Fort Myers. Genevieve Curtis reports.
Trump signs bill to release the Epstein files: What's next
President Donald Trump has signed a bill requiring the Justice Department to release its files on the late financier Jeffrey Epstein.
Full briefing: Lakeland deputy-involved shooting
Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd held a news briefing after a deputy-involved shooting in Lakeland Wednesday evening.
Florida homeowner sued by community district over foot-tall cross, wins $70,000
A five-year fight between a Florida homeowner in The Villages and its community development district over a 12-inch white cross displayed in the yard has ended with a $70,000 settlement.
Braille book collection for students
Many of us love to read a good book, and now, some kids in Brandon have a new library that's made for them. Lloyd Sowers reports.
Sen. Rick Scott pitches Health Savings Account plan
Republicans, including President Trump, have promised for more than a decade to improve Obamacare. Evan Axelbank reports.
School boards respond to new charter school law
A new Florida law allowing "Schools of Hope" charter schools to move into public school classrooms on the taxpayer dime is giving some school boards second thoughts about building new schools. Aaron Mesmer reports.
Father charged with felony child neglect
A Sarasota man is facing felony child neglect charges after police said his three sons were found living in deplorable conditions and not going to school. Kimberly Kuizon reports.
Pinellas County posts strong tourism numbers despite storm recovery
Pinellas County has bounced back from Hurricane Helene with some strong tourism numbers. FOX 13's Kylie Jones reports.
Auburndale opens redesigned Lake Ariana Park
The city of Auburndale is celebrating the opening of the brand-new Lake Ariana Park and Civic Center. FOX 13's Carla Bayron reports.
Utility Scam Awareness Day reminds customers to be extra careful
TECO, Duke Energy, and the Better Business Bureau Serving West Florida have designated Wednesday, Nov. 19 as Utility Scam Awareness Day in an effort to educate residents about these kinds of schemes. FOX 13's Ariel Plasencia reports.
'Sacred Currents' at Lake Wales Art Council
"Sacred Currents: Spirituality in African Art" is on display at the Lake Wales Arts Council. Photojournalist Barry Wong reports.
Have you seen Gabrielle Terrelonge? Father pleads for help to find daughter
Officials continue the search for 10-year-old Gabrielle Terrelonge, who was last seen five months ago.
Watch: Stolen truck suspect arrested after pursuit in Plant City
Courtesy: Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office | A man accused of stealing a truck in Plant City is facing several charges after Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office detectives and an aviation unit tracked him down during a pursuit Tuesday afternoon.
Long-lasting impact of 50 year old movie
FOX 13's Craig Patrick reports.
$15 million manhunt: Ex-Olympian-turned drug kingpin Ryan Wedding charged with murdering US witness
Authorities believe Ryan Wedding, who is considered to be one of the most powerful drug lords in the world, is currently residing in Mexico under the protection of the Sinaloa Cartel.
'Outsanding' creations on display on Treasure Island
FOX 13's Valerie Mills reports.