2022 Florida State Fair opens with all the deep-fried fun and food
It's opening day at the Florida State Fair as the annual event returns to Hillsborough County.
It's opening day at the Florida State Fair as the annual event returns to Hillsborough County.
Help kids make Valentine's Day special for Tampa area veterans
Children in Hillsborough County are working to make sure veterans know they are loved this Valentine's Day.
Children in Hillsborough County are working to make sure veterans know they are loved this Valentine's Day.
Reviews: Cultural drama, mystery, and intrigue packed into 3 must-read new releases
January was a big month for new releases in bookstores. Journalist Ashley Kritzer joined FOX 13’s Linda Hurtado to review some titles released in January that readers won’t want to miss.
January was a big month for new releases in bookstores. Journalist Ashley Kritzer joined FOX 13’s Linda Hurtado to review some titles released in January that readers won’t want to miss.
School children re-purpose stuffed animals to make toys for shelter pets
When Zach Hartman sees something in the garbage, he tries to think of a way to re-purpose it. That's how he decided to take used stuffed animals and turn them in to toys for dogs and cats living in rescues and shelters.
When Zach Hartman sees something in the garbage, he tries to think of a way to re-purpose it. That's how he decided to take used stuffed animals and turn them in to toys for dogs and cats living in rescues and shelters.
St. Petersburg plans for new Black history museum
On Tuesday, St. Petersburg's first Black mayor, Ken Welch kicked off Black History Month by raising the African American history flag over City Hall. Community leaders say they want a new museum to preserve that history.
On Tuesday, St. Petersburg's first Black mayor, Ken Welch kicked off Black History Month by raising the African American history flag over City Hall. Community leaders say they want a new museum to preserve that history.
Pet photos wanted for Cadbury's yearly bunny contest
The Cadbury Bunny Tryouts are back for the fourth year. Pet owners can submit a photo of their pet wearing bunny ears for a chance to win big prizes.
The Cadbury Bunny Tryouts are back for the fourth year. Pet owners can submit a photo of their pet wearing bunny ears for a chance to win big prizes.
Free COVID-19 tests: At-home kits expected to arrive this week
If you belong to one of the 66 million U.S households that ordered the free COVID-19 at-home tests from the federal government, you might see them arrive in your mailbox soon.
If you belong to one of the 66 million U.S households that ordered the free COVID-19 at-home tests from the federal government, you might see them arrive in your mailbox soon.
Tampa expands program that helps first-time buyers purchase homes
With the issue of affordable housing becoming more serious by the day around Tampa Bay, the city of Tampa is taking steps to try and deal with the problem.
With the issue of affordable housing becoming more serious by the day around Tampa Bay, the city of Tampa is taking steps to try and deal with the problem.
Donating unwanted Gasparilla beads helps local non-profit
The Gasparilla fun might be over, but now you can be part of preparations for next year’s festivities while helping the environment.
The Gasparilla fun might be over, but now you can be part of preparations for next year’s festivities while helping the environment.
Hooters partners with Bay Area Girl Scouts, sending thousands of cookies to hometown heroes
We're a week away from the official start of Girl Scout cookie season and while most are used to seeing tables set up at grocery stores, banks, or events, some might spot local troops selling their famous cookies at a famous chicken wing restaurant.
We're a week away from the official start of Girl Scout cookie season and while most are used to seeing tables set up at grocery stores, banks, or events, some might spot local troops selling their famous cookies at a famous chicken wing restaurant.
Gasparilla guide to parking, rideshare, & public transit
Getting around downtown Tampa could be challenging during the Gasparilla Pirate Invasion and Parade Saturday. We've compiled resources to help parade goers get around, whether they're driving, taking a rideshare, or public transit.
Getting around downtown Tampa could be challenging during the Gasparilla Pirate Invasion and Parade Saturday. We've compiled resources to help parade goers get around, whether they're driving, taking a rideshare, or public transit.
City holds public input meeting for West Tampa Rome Yard development
The city of Tampa will hear from residents in West Tampa Monday about the proposed Rome Yard multi-use development.
The city of Tampa will hear from residents in West Tampa Monday about the proposed Rome Yard multi-use development.
HART makes bus service pirate-friendly during Gasparilla
Getting to and from Gasparilla festivities can be challenging for drivers. That's why the Hillsborough Transit Authority (HART) is making its routes pirate-friendly Saturday for the parade.
Getting to and from Gasparilla festivities can be challenging for drivers. That's why the Hillsborough Transit Authority (HART) is making its routes pirate-friendly Saturday for the parade.
Free government COVID test kits now available: Everything you need to know
A new federal website to request free COVID-19 test kits -- originally scheduled to launch Wednesday -- is online now.
A new federal website to request free COVID-19 test kits -- originally scheduled to launch Wednesday -- is online now.
How to ensure accurate results from at-home COVID tests being sent by federal government
Scientists said the at-home tests are appealing because the results come back fast, but following the instructions is critical for accuracy. Two doctors told us how and when it's best to use the tests, in order to get accurate results.
Scientists said the at-home tests are appealing because the results come back fast, but following the instructions is critical for accuracy. Two doctors told us how and when it's best to use the tests, in order to get accurate results.
Red Cross declares first-ever national blood crisis
For the first time, the American Red Cross has declared a national blood crisis, saying they saw a 34% decline in new donors last year.
For the first time, the American Red Cross has declared a national blood crisis, saying they saw a 34% decline in new donors last year.
Bay Area musicians make inspiring melodies for kids
A Bay Area music group called Beyond Chaotic is making a good impression on the music scene, walking in the footsteps of the Jonas Brothers and other kid bands.
A Bay Area music group called Beyond Chaotic is making a good impression on the music scene, walking in the footsteps of the Jonas Brothers and other kid bands.
Georgia hikers help woman recreate cherished photograph of late mother
South Carolina resident Bridget Hazel wanted to recreate a photo of her late mother but had no idea where it had been taken. So she posted it on social media, where a group of Georgia hikers helped make her dream come true.
South Carolina resident Bridget Hazel wanted to recreate a photo of her late mother but had no idea where it had been taken. So she posted it on social media, where a group of Georgia hikers helped make her dream come true.
StoryCorps makes stop in Tampa, preserving stories of history and heritage
The national nonprofit StoryCorps is in Tampa, recording oral histories and conversations between friends, families, and colleagues, all in an effort to preserve the history and traditions of the Bay Area.
The national nonprofit StoryCorps is in Tampa, recording oral histories and conversations between friends, families, and colleagues, all in an effort to preserve the history and traditions of the Bay Area.
Tom Brady giving away 2,500 specialty ‘Best Buddies’ license plates to Florida drivers for a good cause
Tom Brady is teaming up with the non-profit, Best Buddies, to give away vouchers for a new Florida specialty license plate that benefits the charity. The organization is "dedicated to ending the social, physical and economic isolation" of those with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Tom Brady is teaming up with the non-profit, Best Buddies, to give away vouchers for a new Florida specialty license plate that benefits the charity. The organization is "dedicated to ending the social, physical and economic isolation" of those with intellectual and developmental disabilities.