NASA plane's landing gear fails at Ellington Airport in Houston

A NASA research plane landed on its belly at Ellington Airport in Houston after the landing gear failed, officials say.

Severe water shortage declared across Tampa Bay area
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The Southwest Florida Water Management District is putting local counties and homeowners on notice. It just issued a modified phase two water shortage due to the drought conditions across the Tampa Bay area. FOX 13's Evan Axelbank reports. 

Protecting pipes during cold snap
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The City of Tampa is keeping a close eye on its water mains and pipes as the temperatures drop this weekend. The water department also has some reminders for people at home to prevent leaking pipes. FOX 13's Kylie Jones reports. 

Inside the North River Fire District's 2026 calendar
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The North River Fire District's 2026 calendar is officially on sale. It's all for a good cause, bringing awareness to mental health. 

Food Truck: Good Fruit Coffee Roasters
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The owners of Good Fruit Coffee Roasters chatted all about what customers can find on their menu. 

'Face Value' at the Dunedin Fine Art Center
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Every human face can have both large and subtle differences from one another, and the Dunedin Fine Art Center exhibit "Face Value" examines that. FOX 13 Photojournalist Barry Wong reports. 

Chilly weather for busy weekend
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This could be the coldest Gasparilla on record, but it could be welcome news for anyone who's heading to the Stadium Series game between the Lightning and the Bruins on Sunday. FOX 13's Kylie Jones reports. 

Judge threatened to bring ICE head to MN over noncompliance with court orders

A federal judge threatened to bring the head of Immigration and Customs Enforcement to Minnesota this week because of the government's noncompliance with court orders.

Tampa weather | Tuesday afternoon forecast
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FOX 13 Meteorologist Jim Weber says Tuesday will be chilly with sunny skies and a daytime high of 56 degrees.

Measles reported in several Florida counties
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The spike in Measles cases comes as Florida lawmakers consider legislation that would make it easier to opt kids out of school vaccine requirements. FOX 13's Kellie Cowan reports.

3 brothers die in North Texas frozen pond; mother says she 'couldn't save them'

Three young brothers died after falling into an icy pond in Fannin County during a winter storm, according to the Bonham Fire Department. This is the second fatal accident involving students in North Texas this week.

Tampa weather | Tuesday morning forecast
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FOX 13 Meteorologist Dave Osterberg says Tuesday will be breezy and chilly with sunny skies.  The high temperature will be 58 degrees. 

Netflix show leads to rock-climbing popularity
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Rock climbing gyms continue to gain traction throughout the Tampa Bay area as people look for workouts that challenge both the body and mind. FOX 13's Blake DeVine reports. 

Measles reported in Hillsborough, Manatee counties
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The Florida Department of Health has confirmed three measles cases in Florida this year — and two of those cases involve young adults in Hillsborough and Manatee counties. FOX 13's Jennifer Kveglis reports. 

Farmers prepare for cold temperatures
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As an arctic blast sends temperatures plummeting across Central Florida, the "Winter Strawberry Capital of the World" is shifting into survival mode. FOX 13's Genevieve Curtis reports. 

Seahorse Restaurant to reopen in Pass-a-Grille
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Nearly a year and a half after Hurricanes Helene and Milton decimated parts of the Tampa Bay area, some favorites are still rebuilding and reopening. FOX 13's Kailey Tracy reports. 

New recovery center open in Hillsborough County
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A first-of-its-kind recovery center is now open in Hillsborough County. FOX 13's Carla Bayron reports. 

State considers changes to charter ' co-location' law
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State education leaders are considering possible changes to Florida’s controversial Schools of Hope law after hearing concerns from parents and school district leaders during a public workshop. FOX 13's Aaron Mesmer reports. 

Rays stadium funding: Officials weigh public costs
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Meetings are full steam ahead between the Tampa Bay Rays and local officials as they try to work out a deal for a new ballpark. 

End of an era at Palm Pavilion in Pinellas County
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The Palm Pavilion, a beloved Clearwater Beach staple since 1926, is officially turning the page. FOX 13's Jennifer Kveglis reports.