Communities stepping up to help families affected by lapse in SNAP benefits

As the government shutdown stretches on, hundreds of thousands of Floridians who rely on the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, or SNAP benefits, are left wondering when their next benefit payment will arrive.

Tampa family reaches insurance settlement after FOX 13 investigation

The Morrison family’s year-long fight over hurricane damage ended in mediation after FOX 13's reporting helped prompt a resolution.

Tampa animal rescue overwhelmed with pets abandoned amid immigration departures

Tampa nonprofit Mercy Full Project says it’s taking in record numbers of abandoned pets linked to families leaving the U.S. from the recent immigration crackdown.

Bojangles returns to Tampa Bay area after 25 years

A famous chicken restaurant is returning to the Tampa Bay area after 25 years. The newest Bojangles in Pinellas Park opens on Tuesday morning at 5:30 a.m.

Tampa man survives Melissa in Jamaica

Tampa businessman David Luckain was born in Jamaica. He was there visiting when Hurricane Melissa hit the Island on October 28th and says he's never experienced anything like it.

Driver hits, kills bicyclist on Fowler Avenue: Police

A deadly crash on Fowler Avenue claimed the life of a bicyclist in Tampa on Sunday morning and closed the road for several hours. 

Mama's offers memorable menu with some nostalgia on the side

Mama’s Kitchen invokes a special place for many people, as they recall sitting at the breakfast table while mom created waffles, pancakes or other succulent sweets. 

Hundreds climb 41 stories in Tampa to honor 9/11 heroes

In downtown Tampa, hundreds of people took on a 41-story climb — each step a tribute to the firefighters, police officers, and first responders who made the ultimate sacrifice on September 11th.

Julio Foolio murder: Tampa jury reaches verdict in trial against Alicia Andrews

A Tampa jury reached a verdict late Friday evening in the trial against Alicia Andrews, one of the five suspects charged in the killing of Jacksonville rapper Julio Foolio. 

Family, friends of hospitalized 5-year-old South Tampa girl asks community to 'Pray for Laine'

A South Tampa neighborhood is uniting in prayer for five-year-old Laine Nipper, who is fighting for her life after being diagnosed with viral meningitis and a severe case of encephalitis, a swelling of the brain.

Tampa developer announces partnership with TGH to open new hospital in Ybor City

There are new plans to build a hospital in Ybor City. Local developer Darryl Shaw announced a partnership with Tampa General Hospital to open it in Ybor City.