Man arrested for throwing nails in roadway
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After several months of flat tires, neighbors in Valrico are relieved after a man was arrested for throwing nails into the roadway. Hillsborough County deputies said this has been happening for five months near Miller Road. FOX 13's Danielle Zulkosky reports. 

Children’s Gasparilla Parade memories shared
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One week before the Children’s Gasparilla Parade, members of Ye Mystic Krewe of Gasparilla reflected on their own memories of the longstanding tradition they used to attend as youngsters. FOX 13's Ariel Plasencia reports.

Tampa police discuss Gasparilla security
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Tampa police say they are entering one of their busiest times of the year as they prepare to secure a series of major parades beginning this weekend with the Martin Luther King, Jr. Day parade. FOX 13's Aaron Mesmer reports.

Man accused of killing ex-girlfriend in medical lab
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Keith Roberts Jr.is accused of walking into a Bradenton medical lab on Thursday and shooting two women. FOX 13's Kimberly Kuizon reports.

Impact of new Rays stadium on HCC's future
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A big vote next week could move the Rays to Tampa. FOX 13's Evan Axelbank explains how the decision could impact the city.

Tampa Weather | Chilly Friday night
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FOX 13 Meteorologist Paul Dellegatto has your forecast as we track below average temperatures heading into the night.

Florida snow day learning experience for students
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A St. Pete elementary school brought two tons of snow to the school for their annual Snow Day Friday. FOX 13's Kailey Tracy reports.

Florida governor's race heating up
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The race to become Florida's next governor is intensifying on the Republican side.  FOX 13's Evan Axelbank reports.

Polk County deputies accused of assaulting disabled teen
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A local family is calling for accountability, accusing deputies with the Polk County Sheriff's Office of assaulting their disabled 15-year-old son. FOX 13's Carla Bayron reports.

Die Hards & Dive Bars: Packer Backers
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The fans are easy to pick out in a crowd. But that might be because of the massive cheese on top of their heads. From one bay to another, Packer fans travel well. And on this edition of Die Hards & Dive Bars, FOX 13's Sean Barie and Kaleigh Emery go into one Tampa Bay bar embracing Wisconsin's friendly Midwest culture, full of Packer Backers. 

Florida celebrates Arbor Day
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Friday marks the celebration of Arbor Day in Florida. County forester Alyssa Vinson explains why arborists are in high demand.

Immersive capybara experience in the Bay Area
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The world's largest rodents seem to be popping up all over Tampa Bay, but like many other capybaras, the trio with CapyCove, seem to be welcomed by most. 

New workforce housing complex takes shape in Sarasota
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Sarasota Station Apartments will bring more than 200 affordable housing units to families and workers of Sarasota. FOX 13's Kimberly Kuizon reports.

Video: Train crushes delivery robot stuck on tracks
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A food delivery robot was demolished by a Brightline train in Miami Thursday evening after getting stuck on the train tracks. Courtesy: Guillermo Dapelo via Storyful.

Dozens of neglected dogs removed from Florida home
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A Florida woman was arrested Wednesday after 50 neglected dogs were removed from her home, where investigators say she was illegally breeding, selling dogs and practicing veterinary medicine without a license, according to the Collier County Sheriff’s Office.

Tampa weather | Friday forecast
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FOX 13 Meteorologist Jim Weber say Friday will be unseasonably cool with a high of 60 degrees.

Thousands to lose access to HIV drugs
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Around 10,000 people will soon lose access to affordable HIV drugs as Florida makes cuts to the AIDS Drug Assistance Program. FOX 13's Danielle Zulkosky reports.

Stimulus payment January 2026, IRS direct deposit relief payment & tariff dividend fact check

Rumors about new stimulus checks, IRS direct deposits, relief payments and tariff dividends swirled throughout 2025, and they’re continuing to circulate as we head into 2026. But is there any truth to them?