Tampa native monitors fires at UCLA
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FOX 13's Haley Hinds reports on a Tampa family that is closely monitoring the fires out west in California as their son, Keem James, is a political science student at UCLA, which is only five miles from the Palisades Fire.

Being aware of human trafficking trends
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FOX 13's Briona Arradondo reports on human trafficking trends to be aware of, including tactics used by human traffickers, possible new prevention laws in 2025, and the effects of human trafficking on Tampa's tourism industry.

Coping with trauma after a natural disaster
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As wildfires rage in California, FOX 13's Genevieve Curtis analyzes what coping with a natural disaster can look and feel like feel by reviewing how Bay Area's residents have coped with back-to-back hurricanes in September and October of 2024.

Backlash after LA millionaire offers 'any amount' for private firefighters to protect home

A millionaire in Los Angeles faced a wave of criticism after he posted a plea on social media offering to pay private firefighters "any amount" to protect his home from the raging Palisades Fire, as his neighbors' homes burned.

Jimmy Carter's impact on Florida
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FOX 13 Chief Political Investigator Craig Patrick reports on the pivotal role Florida played in getting Jimmy Carter elected president and how he returned the favor to the state during his administration.

Turning old tech into new tech
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FOX 13's Kim Kuizon highlights The Refurb Group, a Sarasota group that has refurbished more than 22,000 computers, saving 70 tons from ending up in the Sarasota landfill.

TGH using new ?PancreasPak? to improve transplants
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FOX 13's Evan Axelbank reports on Tampa General Hospital's use of new technology to transport the pancreas to operating rooms more efficiently for transplants. The hospital hopes this will help cut wait times and increase the number of organs available for transplant.

Woman accused of suffocating newborn back in court
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FOX 13's Kylie Jones reports on Brianna Moore, a University of Tampa student accused of killing her newborn baby, appearing in a Hillsborough County courtroom on Thursday morning.

What caused the California fires? What we know

A rare combination of risk factors in Los Angeles County has sparked a series of deadly wildfires that have destroyed thousands of homes and businesses.

St. Pete freshman dominates varsity basketball
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FOX 13's Sean Barie highlights Nijaun Harris, a freshman at St. Petersburg High School, who has dominated varsity basketball since he was in eighth grade and is not expected to stop.

View from SkyFOX shows entire Pacific Palisades neighborhoods "just leveled"

SkyFOX reporter Stu Mundel had to use the helicopter’s map-overlay technology to identify streets amid the destruction. "The devastation is complete and just jaw-dropping," he offered.

Egg shortage at local grocery stores
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FOX 13's Ariel Plasencia reports on the effects of an ongoing egg shortage that is happening because of the spread of avian influenza, which is also known as the bird flu.

Final sendoff for President Jimmy Carter
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FOX 13's Evan Axelbank reports on the funeral of President Jimmy Carter, which took place Thursday at the National Cathedral in Washington, D.C.

Florida museum celebrating rock and roll
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FOX 13's Linda Hurtado sits down with three people involved with the Florida Museum of Photographic Arts, which is trying to celebrate rock and roll through photography and music memorabilia. The exhibition opened in November and runs through March 2, 2025. More information can be found here: https://www.fmopa.org/fandom-rock-and-roll-photographs/

MOSI opens new drone exhibit
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FOX 13 Photojournalist Barry Wong highlights Tampa's Museum of Science & Industry's new drone zone exhibit that opened on Thursday and promises to expose both kids and adults to drone technology.

Slender Man stabbing: Morgan Geyser granted conditional release

Morgan Geyser, convicted of stabbing a classmate to please the fictional horror character Slender Man, was granted conditional release.

PHOTOS: Funeral services for former President Jimmy Carter | 1924-2024

Former President Jimmy Carter from Plains, Georgia, died on Dec. 29, 2024, at the age of 100. He will be laid to rest beside his beloved wife, Rosalynn Carter, on Jan. 9 in Plains.

Jimmy Carter’s children, grandchildren continue legacy

Jimmy Carter and his wife, Rosalynn, who were married for 77 years, leave behind a sprawling family.

Bodycam video shows Sarasota doctor's arrest
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The Manatee County Sheriff's Office released bodycam video showing the arrest of Dr. Pete Supan, who's accused of asking a teen girl for nude images and talking about performing sexual acts on her during an online conversation.

Cold weather & plants
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A look at how colder weather impacts plants.