'Justice for Dexter': State rests after 2 days
video

FOX 13's Kylie Jones reports on the testimony provided by the forensic veterinarian who examined Dexter; the dog was found decapitated at a Pinellas County park, about the findings before resting their case against Domingo Rodriguez on Thursday.

Mote Marine Lab deploys new tools against red tide
video

FOX 13's Kimberly Kuizon reports on Mote Marine Laboratory testing the efficiency of two new products developed to fight against red tide bloom in Venice and how the results inspired confidence from scientists.

More young women getting cancer
video

Dr. Jennifer Ayscue with Orlando Health Bayfront Hospital in St. Petersburg talks with FOX 13's Linda Hurtado about cancer and young women.

Annual Black Heritage Celebration held in Hillsborough County
video

Around 400 Hillsborough County seniors celebrated Black History Month in style at the annual Black Heritage Celebration.

Count Basie Orchestra to play in St. Pete
video

The world-famous Count Basie Orchestra is making a long-awaited return to St. Pete next week, giving music lovers the chance to see one of the greatest jazz ensembles of all time.

Texas home to the first dual-branded Applebee's | IHOP restaurant in the country

Seguin, Texas is now home to the first dual-branded Applebee’s | IHOP restaurant in the U.S. The new restaurant opened to the public on Feb. 18, 2025.

Florida fast food manager throws grease at customers
video

The manager of a Florida Wingstop was arrested after police said she was caught on camera throwing hot grease and ranch dressing at customers.

Delta plane crash: All injured passengers released from hospital

All 21 passengers who were injured when a Delta jet from Minneapolis crashed in Toronto have been released from the hospital. 

New I-75 ramp open in Manatee County
video

FOX 13?s Matthew McClellan has a look at major changes for drivers in Manatee County as new ramps are now open at the I-75/US 301 interchange.

Could fluoride be banned from Florida?s drinking water?
video

FOX 13?s Kellie Cowan has a look at the ?Florida Farm Bill,? which would ban water additives ? including fluoride ? across the state. The Florida Legislature will consider the measure during its annual session, which begins March 4.

Fight over vacation rentals in Pinellas County
video

FOX 13?s Genevieve Curtis looks at frustration among neighbors who live next door to short-term rentals in Pinellas County, where leaders are considering changes to the rules.

Astronomers raise alert of asteroid hitting earth
video

FOX 13's Evan Axelbank reports that an asteroid that could be on a collision course with Earth was given a 3% chance of hitting Earth in 2032 on Wednesday before astronomers lowered the percentage of asteroid colliding with Earth to 1.5% Wednesday evening.

Tampa residents feeling financial stress
video

FOX 13's Jordan Bowen reports on a WalletHub study that says Tampa ranks as the eighth-highest city in the nation where residents are burdened with rising financial stress.

Low passing rates for Florida nurses
video

FOX 13's Briona Arradondo reports on the low percentage of Florida nursing students who pass their exams as the state continues to lag behind the rest of the nation in nursing education.

Tampa?s Path to Equality Part 6: The 'Tampa Technique'
video

In 1960, Tampa benefited from having the first southern governor to denounce segregation, the first mayor to help integrate the lunch counters and black and white community leaders who helped keep the peace. Craig Patrick reports.