FOX 13 and Metropolitan Ministries team up for '$13 for 13'
More and more people need help feeding their families in the wake of massive furloughs and layoffs due to COVID-19.
More and more people need help feeding their families in the wake of massive furloughs and layoffs due to COVID-19.
As they reopen, restaurants insist diners' safety is top priority
Restaurants across the state started serving dine-in customers again Monday, but with some changes including limited seating, disposable menus, and a heavy focus on sanitation.
Restaurants across the state started serving dine-in customers again Monday, but with some changes including limited seating, disposable menus, and a heavy focus on sanitation.
Businesses donate food to help feed foster families
Foster families are getting a needed helping hand to feed their children thanks to a Bay area organization of volunteers.
Foster families are getting a needed helping hand to feed their children thanks to a Bay area organization of volunteers.
Tampa area Westfield malls to reopen May 15
Westfield malls in the Tampa area will reopen to the public on May 15, the company announced.
Westfield malls in the Tampa area will reopen to the public on May 15, the company announced.
Domestic violence more prevalent during COVID-19 shutdowns
LaDonna Butler would know: Asking for help when your life is at stake takes all the strength you have.
LaDonna Butler would know: Asking for help when your life is at stake takes all the strength you have.
Goodwill Suncoast announce their reopening schedule for Tampa Bay
Many Goodwill store and job centers will soon be reopening around the Bay Area -- all while taking increased safety measures to try and prevent the spread of the coronavirus.
Many Goodwill store and job centers will soon be reopening around the Bay Area -- all while taking increased safety measures to try and prevent the spread of the coronavirus.
Frequently asked questions about phase one of the plan to reopen Florida
After Gov. Ron DeSantis outlined the initial part of his plan to reopen Florida from the coronavirus lockdowns, many people still had questions about what is allowed and what businesses can be open.
After Gov. Ron DeSantis outlined the initial part of his plan to reopen Florida from the coronavirus lockdowns, many people still had questions about what is allowed and what businesses can be open.
Hillsborough County offering in-home COVID-19 testing for those who cannot go to a test site
A new service will allow Hillsborough County residents to take a coronavirus test -- all at home.
A new service will allow Hillsborough County residents to take a coronavirus test -- all at home.
Drive-thru sanctuary gets kids up close and personal with animals during pandemic
Do you know what zorse is? It's a mix between a zebra and a horse. And there is a place in Tampa you can see one right now, even during coronavirus shutdowns.
Do you know what zorse is? It's a mix between a zebra and a horse. And there is a place in Tampa you can see one right now, even during coronavirus shutdowns.
SNAP benefits expanded for online grocery store orders
Americans who rely on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), formerly known as food stamps, will be able to shop for groceries online during the coronavirus pandemic.
Americans who rely on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), formerly known as food stamps, will be able to shop for groceries online during the coronavirus pandemic.
This year, the Girls on the Run 5K goes virtual
Keeli Dailey loves to run. It takes the stress away, which is why she loves her afterschool program, Girls on the Run. This program is designed to use running to teach life skills to girls from 3rd grade to 8th grade.
Keeli Dailey loves to run. It takes the stress away, which is why she loves her afterschool program, Girls on the Run. This program is designed to use running to teach life skills to girls from 3rd grade to 8th grade.
This season's stylish accessory? Face masks
If you haven’t noticed yet, facial masks are becoming more common. What started as a simple safety measure has become a fashion trend for many wearers.
If you haven’t noticed yet, facial masks are becoming more common. What started as a simple safety measure has become a fashion trend for many wearers.
Some Polk residents may qualify for COVID-19 relief programs
Help is on the way for those trying to keep a roof over their heads in the wake of COVID-19. Monday morning, two new programs kick off.
Help is on the way for those trying to keep a roof over their heads in the wake of COVID-19. Monday morning, two new programs kick off.
All Hillsborough residents should get COVID-19 test: DeSantis, county leaders
The county's website says to call 813-272-5900 Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. to schedule an appointment for a free COVID-19 test.
The county's website says to call 813-272-5900 Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. to schedule an appointment for a free COVID-19 test.
You can still get your fair food fix during the coronavirus lockdown
Springtime would normally be peak season for fairs and festivals around the country. But social distancing guidelines have decimated the industry.
Springtime would normally be peak season for fairs and festivals around the country. But social distancing guidelines have decimated the industry.
Closings and cancellations in Tampa Bay area due to coronavirus
Officials across the state of Florida are taking steps to prevent or at least slow the spread of the COVID-19 coronavirus. We'll keep this list updated with the latest closures, cancellations and other information for Florida and the Tampa Bay area.
Officials across the state of Florida are taking steps to prevent or at least slow the spread of the COVID-19 coronavirus. We'll keep this list updated with the latest closures, cancellations and other information for Florida and the Tampa Bay area.
Seniors at Lakeland assisted living facility asking for pen pals
While many are staying safe at home with family or roommates, some people feeling lonely. One Lakeland senior center is asking for the public's help.
While many are staying safe at home with family or roommates, some people feeling lonely. One Lakeland senior center is asking for the public's help.
Outlook for COVID-19 in Florida's long-term care facilities worsens as new data emerges
In Pinellas County, 40% of those whose death is attributed to COVID-19 were residents of long-term care facilities. In Manatee County, it’s 43%. In Sarasota County, it’s 44%.
In Pinellas County, 40% of those whose death is attributed to COVID-19 were residents of long-term care facilities. In Manatee County, it’s 43%. In Sarasota County, it’s 44%.
Hillsborough County schools releases extra Storytime episodes online
Hillsborough County Public Schools teamed up with the Hillsborough Education Foundation, the Hillsborough Chamber, and Scholastic to bring some fun to storytime.
Hillsborough County Public Schools teamed up with the Hillsborough Education Foundation, the Hillsborough Chamber, and Scholastic to bring some fun to storytime.
Their walk for cancer continues -- 30 minutes at a time
The coronavirus isn’t going to keep one Sarasota couple from their efforts to raise money to fight cancer.
The coronavirus isn’t going to keep one Sarasota couple from their efforts to raise money to fight cancer.



















