Former Polk County substitute teacher arrested for inappropriate relationship with 16-year-old student
The Polk County Sheriff's Office arrested a former substitute teacher for committing sexual offenses against a student.
The Polk County Sheriff's Office arrested a former substitute teacher for committing sexual offenses against a student.
St. Pete sends letter to Rays on Trop repairs
The City of St. Petersburg now says it does not have to finish repairs of Tropicana Field in time for the 2026 season, according to a letter sent by the city.
The City of St. Petersburg now says it does not have to finish repairs of Tropicana Field in time for the 2026 season, according to a letter sent by the city.
Bond hearing Thursday in ?Black Swan? case
Ashley Benefield is expected in a Manatee County courtroom on Thursday for a bond hearing. She?s asking to be let out of prison while she appeals her manslaughter conviction in the shooting death of her estranged husband, Doug Benefield.
Ashley Benefield is expected in a Manatee County courtroom on Thursday for a bond hearing. She?s asking to be let out of prison while she appeals her manslaughter conviction in the shooting death of her estranged husband, Doug Benefield.
Keeping Gasparilla safe this Saturday
Hillsborough County Sheriff Chad Chronister joined Good Day to discuss safety measures ahead of Saturday?s Gasparilla Pirate Fest in Tampa.
Hillsborough County Sheriff Chad Chronister joined Good Day to discuss safety measures ahead of Saturday?s Gasparilla Pirate Fest in Tampa.
Exploring the history of presidential pardons
FOX 13's Evan Axelbank reports on the history of presidential pardons, from George Washington at the nation's inception to Donald Trump's second term, which just started two days ago.
FOX 13's Evan Axelbank reports on the history of presidential pardons, from George Washington at the nation's inception to Donald Trump's second term, which just started two days ago.
Man receives new heart
FOX 13's Jennifer Kveglis reports on Phillip Allen, A New Port Richey man who received a heart transplant early this year after multiple setbacks.
FOX 13's Jennifer Kveglis reports on Phillip Allen, A New Port Richey man who received a heart transplant early this year after multiple setbacks.
Florida club lives off the land during annual event
FOX 13's Jordan Bowen reports on the nearly 1,000 people participating in Florida Frontiersmen Club's Alafia River Rendezvous event to live as Floridians did in the 1840s as a way to raise awareness and help Florida's history.
FOX 13's Jordan Bowen reports on the nearly 1,000 people participating in Florida Frontiersmen Club's Alafia River Rendezvous event to live as Floridians did in the 1840s as a way to raise awareness and help Florida's history.
Florida couple claims to find 'Starship' rocket debris while vacationing in Turks and Caicos
Pieces of SpaceX’s massive Starship rocket are washing ashore after the latest test flight exploded over Turks and Caicos.
Pieces of SpaceX’s massive Starship rocket are washing ashore after the latest test flight exploded over Turks and Caicos.
Rental housing fair after hurricanes
Hundreds of families are still in limbo waiting to get back into their homes after the hurricanes. That's why the City of St. Pete hosted a Rental Housing Fair.
Hundreds of families are still in limbo waiting to get back into their homes after the hurricanes. That's why the City of St. Pete hosted a Rental Housing Fair.
Keeping teens on the right track
The St. Petersburg Police Department is turning drug money into something good for the community by supporting several organizations. This year, there?s a major focus on teens and youth.
The St. Petersburg Police Department is turning drug money into something good for the community by supporting several organizations. This year, there?s a major focus on teens and youth.
What is DEI and what do the employees do? Here's why Trump placed federal staff on leave
President Donald Trump on Wednesday ordered that all diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) staff be put on paid leave and eventually be laid off—part of his administration's goal to eliminate affirmative action efforts within the federal government.
President Donald Trump on Wednesday ordered that all diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) staff be put on paid leave and eventually be laid off—part of his administration's goal to eliminate affirmative action efforts within the federal government.
Tampa Build Expo focused on hurricane projects
FOX 13's Ariel Plasencia reports on the 2025 Tampa Build Expo, a two-day event connecting professionals and vendors to the latest construction tools and building equipment.
FOX 13's Ariel Plasencia reports on the 2025 Tampa Build Expo, a two-day event connecting professionals and vendors to the latest construction tools and building equipment.
Lakeland considers cutting fluoride from water supply
FOX 13's Carla Bayron reports that the City of Lakeland has become the latest Polk County city to hold public debates over whether fluoride should be added to its water supply.
FOX 13's Carla Bayron reports that the City of Lakeland has become the latest Polk County city to hold public debates over whether fluoride should be added to its water supply.
USF cheer program finding success
FOX 13's Sean Barie explains how the Bulls cheerleaders are making up for lost time.
FOX 13's Sean Barie explains how the Bulls cheerleaders are making up for lost time.
Green Spine cycle track expansion
FOX 13's Kylie Jones shares the details of the project.
FOX 13's Kylie Jones shares the details of the project.
Providing whole blood at trauma scenes
FOX 13's Kimberly Kuizon explains how this will help save lives.
FOX 13's Kimberly Kuizon explains how this will help save lives.
Teen charged with murder in deadly shooting
FOX 13's Kailey Tracy has more on what we know about the victim and the suspect.
FOX 13's Kailey Tracy has more on what we know about the victim and the suspect.
Decade-long creation showcased at the Sarasota Museum of Art
An exhibition at the Sarasota Museum of Art, ?Contemplating Vermeer?, highlights the art of experiencing art.
An exhibition at the Sarasota Museum of Art, ?Contemplating Vermeer?, highlights the art of experiencing art.
Jayden Daniels' mom enlists Maryland clothing shop for custom 'Momma 5' jacket
One Commanders fan is making sure her game day attire is as unique as her bond with the team’s rookie phenom.
One Commanders fan is making sure her game day attire is as unique as her bond with the team’s rookie phenom.
Meet the FOX 13 Pet of the Week: Kona
Sherry Silk with the Humane Society of Tampa Bay introduces us to Kona. She's up for adoption right now!
Sherry Silk with the Humane Society of Tampa Bay introduces us to Kona. She's up for adoption right now!



















