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.

Frequent visitors to Florida state parks could get a prize

TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) - Frequent visitors to Florida state parks could be in line for some prizes. The Florida Park Service announced this week that it's launching a new way to document park visits called the Deluxe Real Florida Passport . The passport is a journal that park visitors use to collect stamps from the state's 175 parks. The booklet also includes a fold-out map and...

Memorial park honors U.S. veterans of all conflicts

Phase one of Tampa’s Veterans Memorial Park is done. It's a place to take the family and spend the day walking along the shaded paths while remembering those who fought for our freedom. 

Clothes to Kids expands charitable work

It may seem like a simple thing, but one of the best ways to help a child's self-esteem is to make sure they are comfortable in what they are wearing.

Tampa, TPD partner to understand autism

Mayor Bob Buckhorn is announcing a city partnership with the Tampa Police Department to help better prepare first responders to improve their ability to work with autistic individuals and those with special needs.

Florida dog gets very Florida bucket list -- and you can help

Meet Banjo. He's a 9-year-old pup who spends his days at the SPCA Bishop Animal Shelter in Manatee County. But he has numerous health concerns including hip issues, a heart murmur, and most recently, a terminal skin cancer. 

Florida makes it easier to track convicted sex offenders

Florida is upgrading the website that allows people to find out the location of sexual offenders and sexual predators.

Giant 'blacklight slide' coming to Bay Area this summer

We're only a couple weeks into spring, but one wet-and-wild event already has us ready for summer. Blacklight Slide, a unique nighttime UV neon-powered waterslide, is coming to Lakeland on June 30.

Popular chef, known for 'Taco Bus,' injured in food truck blast

The chef who helped start Taco Bus and Tampa's food truck craze is still recovering after an explosion back on March 10 left him severely burned.