School cellphone ban proposed in Florida
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FOX 13?s Matthew McClellan breaks down Florida Senate Bill 1296, which would launch a pilot program to study banning students from using cellphones during the school day.

Friends of murdered Titusville woman reflect on her life, police work to piece together timeline

Police confirmed Jesse Kirk, 72, was murdered after her burned remains were found miles from her torched vehicle. Now, close friends of the Titusville woman are reacting to her tragic death.

Ramping up spring break security
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FOX 13's Evyn Moon reports on Florida's beaches gearing up for an influx of visitors looking to enjoy the state's warm weather and white sand over spring break. Local officials are once again taking steps to ensure the safety of residents.

America?s Path to Equality: Selma and the Tampa Connection
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Hundreds of peaceful marchers were beaten in Selma, Alabama on March 7, 1965. It?s known as 'Bloody Sunday,' and it led to a breakthrough on the path to equality ? and specifically for voting rights. Craig Patrick reports.

First time home buyer class in Tampa
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Owning a home can be a lot easier said than done, so a Tampa nonprofit has revamped its first-time homebuyer?s program to give future homeowners a leg up on what to expect. Briona Arradondo reports.

Paper vs. plastic straw fight in St. Pete
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Many in the St. Petersburg community thought the paper vs. plastic straw debate ended in 2018, because that?s when the city passed an ordinance banning single-use plastic straws. However, the issue reignited on Thursday during a council meeting. Genevieve Curtis reports.

No threat found on Sun Country flight from MSP that diverted to El Paso: FBI

Federal investigators say there was no threat to the safety of the passengers on the flight that was diverted to El Paso after the security concern was determined to be a “hoax."

Abandoned dog inspires new Florida law
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FOX 13's Kylie Jones reports on a new bill in the Florida State Senate that would make it a third-degree felony to abandon a restrained animal outside during a natural disaster after a dog was found abandoned on the side of the highway before Hurricane Milton.

Ukrainian refugees in Tampa fearing the worst
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FOX 13's Evan Axelbank reports on Ukrainian refugees in Tampa worried that their refugee status is in jeopardy of being removed by the Trump Administration.

Former ROTC instructor accused of molestation
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FOX 13?s Kimberly Kuizon reports on a retired ROTC instructor from Venice High School who was arrested after multiple female students came forward saying they had been inappropriately touched.

WHPD defending officers in viral video of arrest
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FOX 13?s Carla Bayron reports on the Winter Haven Police Department standing behind the officers involved in an incident involving a child as officers worked to detain two adults on Tuesday afternoon that sparked strong reactions on social media.

Saving money on car repairs
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An automotive technician talks with FOX 13's Linda Hurtado about how to find the right person to repair your vehicle.

March is National Pet Vaccination Month
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Dr. Nobuki Stobaeus with Royal Pets Veterinary Center talks about the importance of keeping your pet up to date on vaccinations.