Business recovery after the hurricanes
Almost two years ago many lives changed when Hurricanes Helene and Milton came roaring ashore. Many are still recovering, and one shop owner in St. Pete Beach says while there are many sad parts to her story, there’s a light shining bright in her life. FOX 13’s Kailey Tracy reports.
Almost two years ago many lives changed when Hurricanes Helene and Milton came roaring ashore. Many are still recovering, and one shop owner in St. Pete Beach says while there are many sad parts to her story, there’s a light shining bright in her life. FOX 13’s Kailey Tracy reports.
Good Samaritans rescue driver from submerged car at New Smyrna Beach boat ramp
Two Good Samaritans are being credited with rescuing a driver moments before his car became fully submerged at a boat ramp in New Smyrna Beach, fire officials said.
Two Good Samaritans are being credited with rescuing a driver moments before his car became fully submerged at a boat ramp in New Smyrna Beach, fire officials said.
Epic Surf in Brandon
Surf’s up in Brandon! You don’t have to wait for the perfect tide. A new deep water wave machine is bringing ocean style surfing inland, and it’s the only one of its kind in the area.
Surf’s up in Brandon! You don’t have to wait for the perfect tide. A new deep water wave machine is bringing ocean style surfing inland, and it’s the only one of its kind in the area.
Sirata Beach Resort reopens with towers still in question
A celebration took place Wednesday night at one of St. Pete Beach’s longtime local resorts. The Sirata showed off its new look with renovated rooms, an enhanced pool and upgraded dining area. FOX 13’s Blake DeVine reports.
A celebration took place Wednesday night at one of St. Pete Beach’s longtime local resorts. The Sirata showed off its new look with renovated rooms, an enhanced pool and upgraded dining area. FOX 13’s Blake DeVine reports.
Hillsborough prepares for new school year
The Hillsborough school district has 74 schools rated as an "A" by the state, and zero schools rated as an "F," with one "D" school. FOX 13's Evan Axelbank reports.
The Hillsborough school district has 74 schools rated as an "A" by the state, and zero schools rated as an "F," with one "D" school. FOX 13's Evan Axelbank reports.
Deputies educate youth on E-Moto rules
Manatee County Deputies took the time to educate youth on E-Moto rules. Rather than give the teens tickets, deputies used it as a teaching opportunity. FOX 13's Ariel Plasencia reports.
Manatee County Deputies took the time to educate youth on E-Moto rules. Rather than give the teens tickets, deputies used it as a teaching opportunity. FOX 13's Ariel Plasencia reports.
Five arrested in separate Hard Rock Casino robberies
The Tampa Police Department and Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office are each investigating separate cases involving different victims who were allegedly robbed after leaving the Seminole Hard Rock Casino. Fox 13's Kylie Jones reports.
The Tampa Police Department and Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office are each investigating separate cases involving different victims who were allegedly robbed after leaving the Seminole Hard Rock Casino. Fox 13's Kylie Jones reports.
Son arrested for mother's murder
A man is in custody after deputies say he brutally murdered his mother inside her Eagle Lake home before fleeing in her car and getting into multiple crashes. FOX 13's Carla Bayron reports.
A man is in custody after deputies say he brutally murdered his mother inside her Eagle Lake home before fleeing in her car and getting into multiple crashes. FOX 13's Carla Bayron reports.
Crossing guards train for new school year
Students aren't the only ones headed back to school, so are the crossing guards. Clearwater police held refresher classes Wednesday for returning crossing guards. FOX 13 Photojournalist Travis Anthony reports.
Students aren't the only ones headed back to school, so are the crossing guards. Clearwater police held refresher classes Wednesday for returning crossing guards. FOX 13 Photojournalist Travis Anthony reports.
How clams and seagrass could save Florida waters
They've been declining across the state, but can clams and seagrass work together to help each other survive? That's what Florida Gulf Coast University researchers and students are teaming up to answer. FOX 13's Ariel Plasencia reports.
They've been declining across the state, but can clams and seagrass work together to help each other survive? That's what Florida Gulf Coast University researchers and students are teaming up to answer. FOX 13's Ariel Plasencia reports.
TPD chief reflects on career ahead of retirement
After three decades of service, Tampa's police chief is hanging up his uniform for good. Wednesday, the department honored Lee Bercaw, who announced his retirement over the summer. FOX 13's Kylie Jones reports.
After three decades of service, Tampa's police chief is hanging up his uniform for good. Wednesday, the department honored Lee Bercaw, who announced his retirement over the summer. FOX 13's Kylie Jones reports.
Tampa Weather | Wednesday evening forecast
FOX 13 Chief Meteorologist Paul Dellegatto has the latest forecast.
FOX 13 Chief Meteorologist Paul Dellegatto has the latest forecast.
US Marshals Service arrest teen wanted in DeLand double teen shooting deaths
U.S. Marshals have arrested a 17-year-old boy wanted in connection to the deaths of two teenagers who were found shot and abandoned in an industrial lot last week in downtown DeLand.
U.S. Marshals have arrested a 17-year-old boy wanted in connection to the deaths of two teenagers who were found shot and abandoned in an industrial lot last week in downtown DeLand.
Glow's Custom Woodworking in St. Pete
For many veterans, leaving the military means searching for a new mission and a renewed sense of purpose. A local Army veteran found his in a workshop. FOX 13 Photojournalist Mike Hughes reports.
For many veterans, leaving the military means searching for a new mission and a renewed sense of purpose. A local Army veteran found his in a workshop. FOX 13 Photojournalist Mike Hughes reports.
Florida ‘stalker’ accused of stealing kid’s ashes
A Florida man is accused of stalking a woman he met on a dating app and stealing her child’s ashes.
A Florida man is accused of stalking a woman he met on a dating app and stealing her child’s ashes.
Tampa weather | Wednesday afternoon forecast
FOX 13 Meteorologist Jim Weber says Wednesday will have scattered storms developing with a high temperature of 90 degrees.
FOX 13 Meteorologist Jim Weber says Wednesday will have scattered storms developing with a high temperature of 90 degrees.
The Lobster Tank
The Lobster Tank features a wide-ranging menu tailored for lobster lovers. Highlights include a classic lobster bisque and a specialty lobster breakfast roll served on Sundays.
The Lobster Tank features a wide-ranging menu tailored for lobster lovers. Highlights include a classic lobster bisque and a specialty lobster breakfast roll served on Sundays.
Tampa weather | Wednesday morning forecast
FOX 13 Meteorologist Dave Osterberg says Wednesday will be hot and steamy with scattered showers. The high temperature will be 90 degrees.
FOX 13 Meteorologist Dave Osterberg says Wednesday will be hot and steamy with scattered showers. The high temperature will be 90 degrees.
Perez Hilton hospitalized following concerning TikTok livestream, wellness check
Media personality Perez Hilton was hospitalized in Miami after law enforcement and emergency services responded to a mental health crisis during a live broadcast.
Media personality Perez Hilton was hospitalized in Miami after law enforcement and emergency services responded to a mental health crisis during a live broadcast.
Auto repair shop floods during summer storm
Our summer storms can pack a punch and leave behind flooding. An auto repair shop in Lakeland flooded late last week and the owners are fed up, because it's not the first time. FOX 13's Carla Bayron reports.
Our summer storms can pack a punch and leave behind flooding. An auto repair shop in Lakeland flooded late last week and the owners are fed up, because it's not the first time. FOX 13's Carla Bayron reports.