Leprosy considered 'endemic' to Central Florida, health officials say
A group of researchers is warning about leprosy becoming endemic to Central Florida, which they say now accounts for one-fifth of all new cases.
A group of researchers is warning about leprosy becoming endemic to Central Florida, which they say now accounts for one-fifth of all new cases.
24-year-old colon cancer patient highlights growing number of young people receiving shocking diagnosis
A 24-year-old received a shocking diagnosis from her doctor.
A 24-year-old received a shocking diagnosis from her doctor.
Video: Tampa jewelry store employee shoots at armed robbery suspects
The Tampa Police Department is trying to identify and arrest three people involved in an armed robbery Friday afternoon.
The Tampa Police Department is trying to identify and arrest three people involved in an armed robbery Friday afternoon.
Non-profit spreading awareness about driving boats while drunk
There are more than a million registered boats in the state, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, and within the first half of 2023, more than 300 Floridians got busted for being drunk while driving a boat.
There are more than a million registered boats in the state, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission, and within the first half of 2023, more than 300 Floridians got busted for being drunk while driving a boat.
World Against Trafficking Day shines light on Tampa organization's effort to help young victims
Advocates against human trafficking are raising awareness about a seemingly never-ending issue as Sunday marks World Against Trafficking Day.
Advocates against human trafficking are raising awareness about a seemingly never-ending issue as Sunday marks World Against Trafficking Day.
One killed, three injured in Tampa shooting, police say
The Tampa police are investigating a shooting that killed one person and injured three others on Friday night.
The Tampa police are investigating a shooting that killed one person and injured three others on Friday night.
Bullard Family Foundation's Back to school bash helps thousands of Bay Area families
It's the largest back-to-school bash in the entire country, and it happened right here in Tampa on Saturday, thanks to the efforts of Thaddeus Bullard, who you may know as WWE's Titus O'Neil, his Bullard Family Foundation and their partnering organizations.
It's the largest back-to-school bash in the entire country, and it happened right here in Tampa on Saturday, thanks to the efforts of Thaddeus Bullard, who you may know as WWE's Titus O'Neil, his Bullard Family Foundation and their partnering organizations.
Moffitt Cancer Center expands telehealth services
We all know someone or know of someone who is battling cancer. The treatments aren’t only draining on the body, but also on the mind and wallet.
We all know someone or know of someone who is battling cancer. The treatments aren’t only draining on the body, but also on the mind and wallet.
Hillsborough County Courthouse gets new chief judge
There is a new chief in town at the Hillsborough County courthouse, and his name is Christopher Sabella.
There is a new chief in town at the Hillsborough County courthouse, and his name is Christopher Sabella.
Tampa auto repair shops see increase in flat tires
Some repair shops are noticing an increase in customers as more people seem to get flat tires.
Some repair shops are noticing an increase in customers as more people seem to get flat tires.
‘No guarantee you’ll get enough Vitamin D’: The benefits and drawbacks of sun exposure
Sunbathing can be part of Florida life. But is it really giving you a good dose of vitamin D?
Sunbathing can be part of Florida life. But is it really giving you a good dose of vitamin D?
Tampa Bay Comic Convention kicks off with full lineup despite SAG-AFTRA strike
Despite the SAG-AFTRA strike, the 2023 Tampa Bay Comic Convention is expected to bring 12,000 attendees and will feature exhibitors catering to a variety of interests.
Despite the SAG-AFTRA strike, the 2023 Tampa Bay Comic Convention is expected to bring 12,000 attendees and will feature exhibitors catering to a variety of interests.
Nephew accused of intentionally hitting, killing Tampa charity founder charged with murder
A heated argument between an uncle and nephew ended with one of them dead and the other charged with murder.
A heated argument between an uncle and nephew ended with one of them dead and the other charged with murder.
It's Shark Week every day at the Florida Aquarium
As Shark Week continues to enthrall viewers worldwide, FOX 13 News went on a local adventure to uncover the wonders of sharks in our very own backyard.
As Shark Week continues to enthrall viewers worldwide, FOX 13 News went on a local adventure to uncover the wonders of sharks in our very own backyard.
Tampa's first female firefighter honored by city
This year marks 45 years since Tampa Fire Rescue hired its first female firefighter.
This year marks 45 years since Tampa Fire Rescue hired its first female firefighter.
Mother of man killed during 2014 Tampa police raid settles lawsuit almost 10 years later
A settlement was reached after a man was killed during a Tampa police raid in 2014 that sparked criticism across the country.
A settlement was reached after a man was killed during a Tampa police raid in 2014 that sparked criticism across the country.
USF adds semiconductor graduate certificate program as U.S. boosts chip research efforts
Last August, the Chip Act was passed. It provides billions of dollars to boost research and manufacturing of semiconductors in the United States.
Last August, the Chip Act was passed. It provides billions of dollars to boost research and manufacturing of semiconductors in the United States.
Tampa mayor says bike lanes needed along streets parallel to Riverwalk
Tampa Mayor Jane Castor can envision a Riverwalk without cyclists. Some residents say people speeding on their bikes is dangerous for walkers.
Tampa Mayor Jane Castor can envision a Riverwalk without cyclists. Some residents say people speeding on their bikes is dangerous for walkers.
Hillsborough teen accused of killing man during drug buy ordered to give DNA sample for prosecutors
Omarion Wilson was 15 years old when he was charged with murder, after prosecutor say he gunned down a Tampa man last December.
Omarion Wilson was 15 years old when he was charged with murder, after prosecutor say he gunned down a Tampa man last December.
FHP: Tampa pedestrian dies after trying to cross Dale Mabry Highway
A 34-year-old Tampa man was hit and killed by a car while trying to cross Dale Mabry Highway Tuesday night, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
A 34-year-old Tampa man was hit and killed by a car while trying to cross Dale Mabry Highway Tuesday night, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.