At Ruskin tomato festival, a celebration of days gone by

It’s a small town in Hillsborough County with deep roots in agriculture.  This Saturday, the Ruskin Tomato and Heritage Festival celebrates the local history and the area’s famous tomatoes.  The event has been held off and on throughout the years since the 1930’s.

Brotherly love helps Polk man battle cancer

No one saw it coming. Brandon Kelley was in his early 30s and married to his high school sweetheart, Natasha. They had a 3-year-old son. And Brandon’s business was doing very well. But one day last January, Brandon’s life hit an unexpected brick wall.

Training for the battlefield -- in Orlando

On an increasingly competitive battlefield, technology matters. But only if our soldiers have the proper training to use it. 

Great Dane from Palm Harbor in the running for Hero Dog award

A local pooch could become the next American Humane Hero Dog, an award that recognizes dogs who do amazing things.

Ice pops recalled over listeria contamination concerns

A West Virginia company is issuing a voluntary recall for 3,000 cases of ice pop brands due to listeria concerns. 

Credit union gives away holly trees

You can help make a positive impact on Florida’s tree cover this Earth Day. 

$251 million going into fixing Tampa's stormwater troubles

It's the construction before the storm. Tampa is spending more than $251 million to fix flood-prone spots across the city.

Vinyl's comeback evident on annual Record Store Day

The way people consume music has morphed throughout the years - from vinyl to 8-tracks to cassettes to CDs to MP3s to streaming.

WATCH: Democratic gubernatorial candidates' debate

FOX 13 was proud to host a debate between the four Democratic candidates for Florida governor this afternoon. Andrew Gillum, Gwen Graham, Chris King, and Philip Levine joined moderator Craig Patrick for a 60-minute, commercial-free discussion of issues facing the Sunshine State.

Tax Day 2018 deals

Tax Day isn’t anyone’s idea of a typical holiday, but some businesses in our area are trying to make it a bit more enjoyable. 

USF wants your input on potential stadium

The University of South Florida is exploring the idea of an on-campus football stadium, and they need your input. 

'Sea America' at this year's Sugar Sand Festival

It’s been named one of the best beaches in the world. This weekend, Clearwater Beach is also home to some amazing works of art: Dozens of amazing sand sculptures are on display at the annual Pier 60 Sugar Sand Festival.