Epic Universe: Complete guide for rides, food, tickets and more
Epic Universe, the highly anticipated new theme park at Universal Orlando Resort, officially opens Thursday, May 22! FOX 35 News has everything you need to know before you go – from five immersive worlds and thrilling rides to must-try eats and top places to stay. We’ve got you covered!
Epic Universe, the highly anticipated new theme park at Universal Orlando Resort, officially opens Thursday, May 22! FOX 35 News has everything you need to know before you go – from five immersive worlds and thrilling rides to must-try eats and top places to stay. We’ve got you covered!
Sea turtle nesting season
Sea turtle nesting season is in full swing as we approach Memorial Day weekend and sea turtle advocates are warning beachgoers of this crucial time.
Sea turtle nesting season is in full swing as we approach Memorial Day weekend and sea turtle advocates are warning beachgoers of this crucial time.
New scooters coming to St. Petersburg
St. Petersburg city officials say scooters have generated a million dollars in user fees since 2020.
St. Petersburg city officials say scooters have generated a million dollars in user fees since 2020.
Sarasota hosting Big 12 Rowing Championships
FOX 13's Regina Gonzalez talked with leaders of the event about the importance of hosting this championship in Sarasota just months after a major hurricane.
FOX 13's Regina Gonzalez talked with leaders of the event about the importance of hosting this championship in Sarasota just months after a major hurricane.
Studying the Goliath Grouper's intelligence
FOX 13's Jason Wright takes us to the Tarpon Aquarium where one woman is doing a research project on the intelligence of the Goliath Grouper.
FOX 13's Jason Wright takes us to the Tarpon Aquarium where one woman is doing a research project on the intelligence of the Goliath Grouper.
Phillies reliever José Alvarado suspended for PED violation
José Alvarado, a relief pitcher for the Philadelphia Phillies, has been issued a suspension for violating the MLB's drug policy.
José Alvarado, a relief pitcher for the Philadelphia Phillies, has been issued a suspension for violating the MLB's drug policy.
FOX 13?s Week in Review
A look back at the stories that aired on FOX 13 this past week.
A look back at the stories that aired on FOX 13 this past week.
2 Orange County deadly LYNX bus crashes in less than 24 hours, troopers say
In the past 24 hours, the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) has reported two deadly LYNX bus crashes in the Orange County area.
In the past 24 hours, the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) has reported two deadly LYNX bus crashes in the Orange County area.
Reopening Corey Ave. businesses after hurricanes
FOX 13's Regina Gonzalez shares the resilience from one St. Pete Beach community after withstanding back-to-back hurricanes in the fall.
FOX 13's Regina Gonzalez shares the resilience from one St. Pete Beach community after withstanding back-to-back hurricanes in the fall.
FWC reminding boaters of safety ahead of summer
FOX 13's Jordan Bowen shares what boaters need to know before hitting the water and the tips from FWC officials as summer approaches.
FOX 13's Jordan Bowen shares what boaters need to know before hitting the water and the tips from FWC officials as summer approaches.
Apple CarPlay update: What to know
Apple has begun rolling out a serious upgrade to CarPlay. Here’s where you can find it.
Apple has begun rolling out a serious upgrade to CarPlay. Here’s where you can find it.
Military families get free museum entry this summer
FOX 13's Matthew McClellan talked with Suzanne Malloy and Billy Somerville about the opportunity military families have to get free entry to the Tampa History Museum this summer.
FOX 13's Matthew McClellan talked with Suzanne Malloy and Billy Somerville about the opportunity military families have to get free entry to the Tampa History Museum this summer.
Whooping cough cases surging nationwide
FOX 13's Mariah Harrison talked with Dr. Danielle Mercurio with Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital hospital about the surging whooping cough cases nationwide.
FOX 13's Mariah Harrison talked with Dr. Danielle Mercurio with Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital hospital about the surging whooping cough cases nationwide.
Tampa Bay History Center holding adventure camps
FOX 13's Mariah Harrison talked with Billy Somerville with the Tampa Bay History Center about the new program for military veterans.
FOX 13's Mariah Harrison talked with Billy Somerville with the Tampa Bay History Center about the new program for military veterans.
Concerns over HIV testing cutbacks
With one of the highest HIV rates in Florida, Pinellas County relies on free, anonymous testing to help fight the epidemic. But, non-profits leading those efforts fear their programs could be on the chopping block as lawmakers weigh major budget cuts. Evyn Moon reports.
With one of the highest HIV rates in Florida, Pinellas County relies on free, anonymous testing to help fight the epidemic. But, non-profits leading those efforts fear their programs could be on the chopping block as lawmakers weigh major budget cuts. Evyn Moon reports.
Cracking down on underage drinkers
As the vibrant nightlife continues to draw crowds in Soho and Ybor, the Tampa Police Department is intensifying efforts to curb underage drinking and the use of fake IDs. This initiative, dubbed "Operation Buzzkill" by users on social media, has already led to more than 50 arrests in recent weeks. Genevieve Curtis reports.
As the vibrant nightlife continues to draw crowds in Soho and Ybor, the Tampa Police Department is intensifying efforts to curb underage drinking and the use of fake IDs. This initiative, dubbed "Operation Buzzkill" by users on social media, has already led to more than 50 arrests in recent weeks. Genevieve Curtis reports.
MacDill's role during the Cuban Missile Crisis
The Cuban Missile Crisis provided some of the most tense moments in American history, and MacDill Air Force Base played a crucial role during those 13 days.
The Cuban Missile Crisis provided some of the most tense moments in American history, and MacDill Air Force Base played a crucial role during those 13 days.
Trump tax, spending cuts fail to pass budget committee
President Donald Trump's tax and spending cuts just hit a big setback in Congress. It didn't advance through the budget committee, failing by a vote of 16-21. Craig Patrick reports.
President Donald Trump's tax and spending cuts just hit a big setback in Congress. It didn't advance through the budget committee, failing by a vote of 16-21. Craig Patrick reports.
Local woman selling massive comic book collection
Liz Kosmas wanted all the "Star Trek" and "Star Wars" collectibles she could find. She loved building a big collection when she was 22 – but now, at 57, there's not enough room after moving into a one-bedroom apartment in Clearwater. Lloyd Sowers reports.
Liz Kosmas wanted all the "Star Trek" and "Star Wars" collectibles she could find. She loved building a big collection when she was 22 – but now, at 57, there's not enough room after moving into a one-bedroom apartment in Clearwater. Lloyd Sowers reports.
School district under fire for not removing books
The Hillsborough County School District came under fire this week after Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier demanded certain books the state deemed inappropriate from school libraries. Aaron Mesmer reports.
The Hillsborough County School District came under fire this week after Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier demanded certain books the state deemed inappropriate from school libraries. Aaron Mesmer reports.