Judge extends Florida's voter registration to Oct. 18

A federal judge has extended voter registration for six more days in the battleground state of Florida, due to the disruption and damage from Hurricane Matthew.

Samsung stops sales of Galaxy Note 7 smartphones

Samsung said it is halting sales of the star-crossed Galaxy Note 7 smartphone after a spate of fires involving new devices that were supposed to be safe replacements for recalled models.

Publix and Blue Bell ice cream recalled over Listeria concerns

Blue Bell and Publix Super Markets are recalling their ice cream flavors containing cookie dough due to Listeria concerns from a third-party supplier.

CASA helps domestic abuse survivors

CASA is currently in the midst of a fundraising campaign called "The Purple Purse Challenge".

Salvation Army preparing Matthew disaster response

Tampa Bay's Salvation Army units are getting ready to serve the state as Hurricane Matthew bears down on Florida.  The category 4 storm is the most powerful hurricane to threaten the U.S. Atlantic coast in more than a decade.

Florida theme parks, attractions closed due to Hurricane Matthew

Walt Disney World Resort and Universal Orlando Resort are monitoring conditions related to Hurricane Matthew.  No official announcements have been made regarding closure of their parks.  We will continue to update any new information on these attractions and others around Central Florida as it comes in. 

13 ways to save and earn money on a rainy day

How does getting paid to watch a movie, surf the web, or go shopping sound? You’ve heard of saving for a rainy day, but FOX 13 Consumer Reporter Sorboni Banerjee has 13 ways to save - and even earn money - on a rainy day. If you get stuck inside thanks to Matthew – here’s how to use the time to make it rain.

Alert Tampa brings emergency notifications to residents

If you happen to be signed up with Alert Tampa to receive emergency notifications, you may have received a phone call today with a message from Mayor Bob Buckhorn, warning you to keep an eye on Hurricane Matthew.

Polk County sandbag status & locations

Polk County is offering sandbags to residents ahead of Hurricane Matthew.

Dance studio focused on abilities of disabled students

A local dance program is helping students with physical challenges tap into their abilities in a unique way.

Sunday savings with Kati Kiefer

Visit TrueCouponing.com for Kati Kiefer's latest Sunday Savings segment!

Federal funds made available for Hermine damage

President Obama signed an official disaster declaration making federal funds available to those affected by Hurricane Hermine.

Where to get your FREE COFFEE on National Coffee Day

Thursday is National Coffee Day! Here's where you can grab a free (or discounted) cup of joe:

Teacher awarded by White House for focus on STEM

A local teacher has caught the attention of the White House for her focus on STEM education.

Foundation helps ease fears of high-risk pregnancy

A high-risk pregnancy can be scary and stressful for expectant mothers. Many wind up spending a good deal of time on bed rest.

RECALL: Several Tyson chicken nuggets products

Tyson Foods is recalling more than 130,000 pounds of fully cooked chicken nuggets because of complaints of customers finding hard plastic pieces in them.

Students help peers 'read, repeat'

Two Tampa fifth-graders are hoping to change the lives of other students through books.

Hillsborough vote by mail ballots in mailboxes soon

General election ballots are being mailed to voters overseas, in the military and in Hillsborough County.