FOX 13 celebrates Cynthia Smoot: Telling stories across Tampa Bay for 25 years
After 25 years, countless stories, and an Emmy Award for her excellence in journalism, Cynthia Smoot has retired from her position as co-anchor of the 5 and 11 p.m. broadcasts at FOX 13 News.
After 25 years, countless stories, and an Emmy Award for her excellence in journalism, Cynthia Smoot has retired from her position as co-anchor of the 5 and 11 p.m. broadcasts at FOX 13 News.
Bay Area organization provides meals to thousands of hungry children in Pinellas County
A Bay Area organization is making sure students who receive free school breakfast and lunch don’t go hungry on the weekends.
A Bay Area organization is making sure students who receive free school breakfast and lunch don’t go hungry on the weekends.
Metropolitan Ministries serving up thousands of Thanksgiving meals for Bay Area families
The savory smells of Thanksgiving turkeys and the traditional side dishes were swirling around the Metropolitan Ministries kitchen as volunteers began cooking to feed thousands of families in Tampa Bay.
The savory smells of Thanksgiving turkeys and the traditional side dishes were swirling around the Metropolitan Ministries kitchen as volunteers began cooking to feed thousands of families in Tampa Bay.
Hurricane Irma ripped a hole in Shell Key, but that's a good thing
When Hurricane Irma roared through last fall, it caused billions in damages across the state and ripped a hole in one of our barrier islands. But rather than doing damage, it's improved much of the marine environment nearby.
When Hurricane Irma roared through last fall, it caused billions in damages across the state and ripped a hole in one of our barrier islands. But rather than doing damage, it's improved much of the marine environment nearby.
Unique program teaches children to read through song
Bay Area students are learning how to read while singing.
Bay Area students are learning how to read while singing.
Doctor’s new book offers advice on surviving and thriving amid holiday stress
The holidays may conjure up feelings of joy and wonder, but the season can often be stressful with many people struggling to survive. That's why Dr. Doni Wilson wrote a book to help everyone thrive and not just survive the stress of the holidays.
The holidays may conjure up feelings of joy and wonder, but the season can often be stressful with many people struggling to survive. That's why Dr. Doni Wilson wrote a book to help everyone thrive and not just survive the stress of the holidays.
Car collection auction happening in Seffner
On Saturday, Dec. 3, Harris Auctions will be hosting a car collection auction in Seffner. Everything gets started at 11 a.m. at 612 Chastain Road.
On Saturday, Dec. 3, Harris Auctions will be hosting a car collection auction in Seffner. Everything gets started at 11 a.m. at 612 Chastain Road.
Great Rides: 2022 Polaris Slingshot and 2007 Pontiac Solstice GXP
Tammy in Lakeland said to not let the size of her 2022 Polaris Slingshot fool you. It has 205 horsepower and can reach 125 miles per hour. Meanwhile, Don in Zephyrhills called his 2007 Pontiac Solstice GXP a 'retirement joy.'
Tammy in Lakeland said to not let the size of her 2022 Polaris Slingshot fool you. It has 205 horsepower and can reach 125 miles per hour. Meanwhile, Don in Zephyrhills called his 2007 Pontiac Solstice GXP a 'retirement joy.'
Cynthia Smoot covers Winter the dolphin at Clearwater Marine Aquarium
FOX 13's Cynthia Smoot covered Winter the dolphin almost from the day she arrived at Clearwater Marine Aquarium. In Cynthia's final days working in broadcast news, we're looking back on some of her most memorable stories ? including the inspirational story behind two very popular movies.
FOX 13's Cynthia Smoot covered Winter the dolphin almost from the day she arrived at Clearwater Marine Aquarium. In Cynthia's final days working in broadcast news, we're looking back on some of her most memorable stories ? including the inspirational story behind two very popular movies.
Florida-based non-profit helps save local military couple's marriage
To bring their lives back together, the couple decided to go to counseling. Through a referral at the VA, they found “the Camaraderie Foundation,” a Florida-based non-profit that provides counseling, emotional, and spiritual support for all branches of military service members for free.
To bring their lives back together, the couple decided to go to counseling. Through a referral at the VA, they found “the Camaraderie Foundation,” a Florida-based non-profit that provides counseling, emotional, and spiritual support for all branches of military service members for free.
Charley presents $13 for 13 check to Metro Ministries
As the annual $13 for 13 campaign launches, Charley presented a check on behalf of FOX Corporation to Metropolitan Ministries. The CEO said between inflation and recent storms, the need for donations is greater this year.
As the annual $13 for 13 campaign launches, Charley presented a check on behalf of FOX Corporation to Metropolitan Ministries. The CEO said between inflation and recent storms, the need for donations is greater this year.
Mother and son serve fresh meals with food that would have gone to waste to local communities in need
A mother and son are serving up a fresh idea. They are bringing meals into needy communities by using food that would have gone to waste.
A mother and son are serving up a fresh idea. They are bringing meals into needy communities by using food that would have gone to waste.
Tampa Shriners kicks off Feztival of Trees
The public is invited to come see all the beautifully decorated Christmas trees this Saturday and Sunday. The festival of trees is a family event that is put on by Egypt Shriners with help from local sponsors that showcase decorated and themed Christmas trees that are raffled off at the end of the event.
The public is invited to come see all the beautifully decorated Christmas trees this Saturday and Sunday. The festival of trees is a family event that is put on by Egypt Shriners with help from local sponsors that showcase decorated and themed Christmas trees that are raffled off at the end of the event.
Made in Tampa Bay 2022 holiday gift guide
There's no better time of year to shop small and shop local than the holidays. This year, we have a gift list with something for everyone – and the products are all made in Tampa Bay.
There's no better time of year to shop small and shop local than the holidays. This year, we have a gift list with something for everyone – and the products are all made in Tampa Bay.
Tampa radio personality spreads message of thankfulness during cancer battle
Drew Garabo keeps it light on 102.5 The Bone. Listening to him on the radio, you may not imagine he's a guy who has been going through a tough fight.
Drew Garabo keeps it light on 102.5 The Bone. Listening to him on the radio, you may not imagine he's a guy who has been going through a tough fight.
Great Rides: 1966 Ford Mustang
Brad and Kristen from Parrish says their 1966 Ford Mustang has a total of 197 miles since a rotisserie restoration that started in 2009 and was completed this year.
Brad and Kristen from Parrish says their 1966 Ford Mustang has a total of 197 miles since a rotisserie restoration that started in 2009 and was completed this year.
Great Rides: 1959 Ford Skyliner and Cert Team Jeep
Vern's 1959 Ford Skyliner has a retractile hard top and the A/C still works. Merrill's Jeep has been used in several search and rescue cases in Florida and across the U.S.
Vern's 1959 Ford Skyliner has a retractile hard top and the A/C still works. Merrill's Jeep has been used in several search and rescue cases in Florida and across the U.S.
Preview the Dalí Museum's new exhibit "The Shape of Dreams"
A new interactive exhibit at the Dalí Museum in St. Pete is highlighting the mysterious world of dreams.
A new interactive exhibit at the Dalí Museum in St. Pete is highlighting the mysterious world of dreams.
Explore 500 years of dreams at the Dali Museum
A new exhibit at the Dali Museum in St. Petersburg, "World of Dreams," explores 500 years of dream inspired paintings.
A new exhibit at the Dali Museum in St. Petersburg, "World of Dreams," explores 500 years of dream inspired paintings.
Tampa Bay area artist approaches craft with patience to create portraits
Cora Waterhouse specializes in portraits, spending hours in a small studio space bringing patience to the crafting process. She also teaches art for 15 years.
Cora Waterhouse specializes in portraits, spending hours in a small studio space bringing patience to the crafting process. She also teaches art for 15 years.