Florida deputy survives stabbing after man tries to kill him, sheriff's office says
A Florida deputy, Robert Fitch, was attacked and stabbed several times when responding to a call on May 13. Detectives say the reported stabber was trying to kill Deputy Fitch.
A Florida deputy, Robert Fitch, was attacked and stabbed several times when responding to a call on May 13. Detectives say the reported stabber was trying to kill Deputy Fitch.
Tampa weather | Thursday morning forecast
FOX 13 Meteorologist Dave Osterberg says Thursday will be mostly sunny and less humid in the afternoon with a high temperature of 89 degrees.
FOX 13 Meteorologist Dave Osterberg says Thursday will be mostly sunny and less humid in the afternoon with a high temperature of 89 degrees.
Fish die-off investigation in Lakeland
It has felt a lot like summer over the past couple of weeks, and it's affecting our local lakes. In Lakeland, hundreds of fish were found dead, prompting the state to investigate the cause. FOX 13's Carla Bayron reports.
It has felt a lot like summer over the past couple of weeks, and it's affecting our local lakes. In Lakeland, hundreds of fish were found dead, prompting the state to investigate the cause. FOX 13's Carla Bayron reports.
Manufacturing workforce report
A new Florida TaxWatch report warns that an aging workforce could create major labor shortages, with more than half of manufacturing workers age 45 or older. FOX 13's Briona Arradondo reports.
A new Florida TaxWatch report warns that an aging workforce could create major labor shortages, with more than half of manufacturing workers age 45 or older. FOX 13's Briona Arradondo reports.
March of Dimes ambassador family
The Vassell family lives by a specific motto: "In the Vassells, we excel." It’s a motto they use to tackle everything from daily chores to the daunting reality of having two micropreemies.
The Vassell family lives by a specific motto: "In the Vassells, we excel." It’s a motto they use to tackle everything from daily chores to the daunting reality of having two micropreemies.
El Prado Boulevard project meeting
A controversial plan to redesign El Prado Boulevard is sparking plenty of pushback in South Tampa. Neighbors packed a community meeting Wednesday night as the city defends the multimillion-dollar project. FOX 13's Blake DeVine reports.
A controversial plan to redesign El Prado Boulevard is sparking plenty of pushback in South Tampa. Neighbors packed a community meeting Wednesday night as the city defends the multimillion-dollar project. FOX 13's Blake DeVine reports.
Turning tarantulas into treatment
For most people, a tarantula is a source of pure anxiety. But for King High School graduating senior Daniel Park, the venomous spider might actually hold the cure. FOX 13's Ariel Plasencia reports.
For most people, a tarantula is a source of pure anxiety. But for King High School graduating senior Daniel Park, the venomous spider might actually hold the cure. FOX 13's Ariel Plasencia reports.
Statewide fentanyl crackdown
State leaders announced new data showing an overall decline in drug-related deaths across Florida. FOX 13's Kylie Jones reports.
State leaders announced new data showing an overall decline in drug-related deaths across Florida. FOX 13's Kylie Jones reports.
Illegal gambling ring bust: Operation Silent Spin
The Manatee County Sheriff’s Office announced the dismantling of three illegal gambling arcades last week in partnership with the Florida Gaming Control Commission (FGCC) and Homeland Security Investigations. FOX 13's Kailey Tracy reports.
The Manatee County Sheriff’s Office announced the dismantling of three illegal gambling arcades last week in partnership with the Florida Gaming Control Commission (FGCC) and Homeland Security Investigations. FOX 13's Kailey Tracy reports.
Organized theft ring busted
A massive, organized retail theft ring that was responsible for moving millions of dollars in stolen goods has been dismantled following a joint operation. FOX 13's Aaron Mesmer reports.
A massive, organized retail theft ring that was responsible for moving millions of dollars in stolen goods has been dismantled following a joint operation. FOX 13's Aaron Mesmer reports.
PA sex offender arrested in Florida, found living in makeshift hut in the woods
Joseph Mazzoni is a twice-convicted sex offender from Delaware County, according to officials. U.S. Marshals believe he was getting help living off the grid in Florida.
Joseph Mazzoni is a twice-convicted sex offender from Delaware County, according to officials. U.S. Marshals believe he was getting help living off the grid in Florida.
Florida man blows fentanyl into air at deputy to eliminate evidence, sheriff's office says
A Florida man, who deputies said had multiple signs of drug usage in his car, allegedly blew fentanyl into the air at a deputy, to eliminate evidence, the Marion County Sheriff's office said.
A Florida man, who deputies said had multiple signs of drug usage in his car, allegedly blew fentanyl into the air at a deputy, to eliminate evidence, the Marion County Sheriff's office said.
Pork carnitas tacos
Chef Terrell Manning makes pork carnitas tacos with pico de gallo.
Chef Terrell Manning makes pork carnitas tacos with pico de gallo.
U.S. airmen conduct water rescue of 11 people stranded in Florida plane crash
The 920th Rescue Wing with Air Force Reserve Command was alerted to a plane crash including several victims on Tuesday afternoon, about 80 miles from Melbourne. The crew located all the 11 crash victims were on a single raft and worked to extract them to safety.
The 920th Rescue Wing with Air Force Reserve Command was alerted to a plane crash including several victims on Tuesday afternoon, about 80 miles from Melbourne. The crew located all the 11 crash victims were on a single raft and worked to extract them to safety.
Bishop Frank Dewane retires from Diocese of Venice
After 20 years of service to the Diocese of Venice, Bishop Frank Dewane is retiring and Emilio Biosca Agüero has been tapped to take his place. FOX 13’s Kimberly Kuizon reports.
After 20 years of service to the Diocese of Venice, Bishop Frank Dewane is retiring and Emilio Biosca Agüero has been tapped to take his place. FOX 13’s Kimberly Kuizon reports.
Tampa weather | Wednesday evening forecast
FOX 13’s Chief Meteorologist Paul Dellegatto has the Wednesday evening forecast.
FOX 13’s Chief Meteorologist Paul Dellegatto has the Wednesday evening forecast.
Florida temporarily bans sloth imports after 55 Sloth World sloth deaths
The Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) said an executive order is being drafted to temporarily ban the import of sloths to Florida, following the deaths of more than 50 sloths intended for Sloth World Orlando.
The Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) said an executive order is being drafted to temporarily ban the import of sloths to Florida, following the deaths of more than 50 sloths intended for Sloth World Orlando.
Anna Kepner update: September jury trial date for stepbrother accused of killing teen girl
A trial date for a Florida teen accused of killing his stepsister while on family vacation has been moved to September.
A trial date for a Florida teen accused of killing his stepsister while on family vacation has been moved to September.
Florida deputies wrangle gator spotted near home
Lake County deputies wrangled and “arrested” an alligator spotted in a residential area in Paisley, Florida, on April 14.
Lake County deputies wrangled and “arrested” an alligator spotted in a residential area in Paisley, Florida, on April 14.
Tampa weather | Wednesday afternoon forecast
FOX 13 Meteorologist Jim Weber says Wednesday will be partly cloudy with a few showers and a high temperature of 87 degrees.
FOX 13 Meteorologist Jim Weber says Wednesday will be partly cloudy with a few showers and a high temperature of 87 degrees.