Florida homelessness continues upward trend, helps drive national numbers to record level in 2023
Homelessness hit a new national record driven, in part, by a spike in unsheltered people in Florida, according to a recent report from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
Homelessness hit a new national record driven, in part, by a spike in unsheltered people in Florida, according to a recent report from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.
Severe weather possible in Tampa Bay area starting Tuesday
FOX 13 meteorologists are tracking and anticipating some severe weather arriving in Tampa Bay on Tuesday.
FOX 13 meteorologists are tracking and anticipating some severe weather arriving in Tampa Bay on Tuesday.
Florida Republicans oust state party chairman facing rape allegations in critical election year
The Republican Party of Florida ousted Chairman Christian Ziegler in a special vote on Monday as police investigate a rape accusation against him, a vote that came the week before Gov. Ron DeSantis competes in Iowa’s first-in-the-nation presidential caucus.
The Republican Party of Florida ousted Chairman Christian Ziegler in a special vote on Monday as police investigate a rape accusation against him, a vote that came the week before Gov. Ron DeSantis competes in Iowa’s first-in-the-nation presidential caucus.
Police search for burglary suspect accused of breaking into Tampa coffee shop
Detectives with the Tampa Police Department are searching for a suspect they say broke into a Tampa coffee shop early Sunday morning.
Detectives with the Tampa Police Department are searching for a suspect they say broke into a Tampa coffee shop early Sunday morning.
Michigan man hit by car while crossing Florida road during fatal crash: FHP
A 23-year-old man from Covert, Michigan died Sunday night, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
A 23-year-old man from Covert, Michigan died Sunday night, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Andrew Warren: Ousted Hillsborough state attorney will not seek reelection
Suspended Hillsborough State Attorney Andrew Warren says he will not run for a third term after being removed from the position by Governor Ron DeSantis more than a year and a half ago.
Suspended Hillsborough State Attorney Andrew Warren says he will not run for a third term after being removed from the position by Governor Ron DeSantis more than a year and a half ago.
Brisket Shoppe in West Tampa serves fresh BBQ
Fresh not frozen isn't a slogan at The Brisket Shoppe in Tampa, it's a way of life.
Fresh not frozen isn't a slogan at The Brisket Shoppe in Tampa, it's a way of life.
2 teens seen burglarizing cars arrested after leading chase in stolen car through multiple counties: HCSO
According to deputies, two 17-year-old boys were caught burglarizing vehicles in the Paddock Club Apartment Complex early Sunday morning.
According to deputies, two 17-year-old boys were caught burglarizing vehicles in the Paddock Club Apartment Complex early Sunday morning.
Tampa police investigating fatal crash, roads closed for hours
Officers responded to the intersection of East Busch Blvd & North 50th St on Sunday morning, according to officials.
Officers responded to the intersection of East Busch Blvd & North 50th St on Sunday morning, according to officials.
Florida men paddleboard across alligator-infested lake to raise awareness for conservation efforts
Right before sunrise on New Year's Eve, Mason Gravely, 33, from Palmetto, and Jordon Wolfram, 32, from Lakeland, launched their paddleboards for a 34-mile trek across Lake Okeechobee.
Right before sunrise on New Year's Eve, Mason Gravely, 33, from Palmetto, and Jordon Wolfram, 32, from Lakeland, launched their paddleboards for a 34-mile trek across Lake Okeechobee.
3 'January 6 fugitives' arrested in Florida 3 years after riot, according to FBI
Jonathan Daniel Pollock, Olivia Michele Pollock, and Joseph Daniel Hutchinson III were all arrested in Lake County exactly three years after the Capitol riot, according to officials.
Jonathan Daniel Pollock, Olivia Michele Pollock, and Joseph Daniel Hutchinson III were all arrested in Lake County exactly three years after the Capitol riot, according to officials.
Three suspects wanted in armed robbery at Tampa apartment complex: Police
Investigators are searching for three suspects who robbed a man and his wife at gunpoint at a Tampa apartment complex on Dec. 26, 2023.
Investigators are searching for three suspects who robbed a man and his wife at gunpoint at a Tampa apartment complex on Dec. 26, 2023.
Tampa Holocaust survivor remembered after life spent fighting tyranny
One number could never define Nat Ross' life, but it's among Dana Arschin's first memories of her grandfather, her "Poppy."
One number could never define Nat Ross' life, but it's among Dana Arschin's first memories of her grandfather, her "Poppy."
Pedestrian fatalities trending down in Tampa, Pinellas County as mobility leaders share Vision Zero progress
There have been several deadly crashes involving pedestrians in the last few months, so safety leaders in Pinellas and Hillsborough Counties are sharing their progress on Vision Zero plans.
There have been several deadly crashes involving pedestrians in the last few months, so safety leaders in Pinellas and Hillsborough Counties are sharing their progress on Vision Zero plans.
New legislation would create statewide 'dangerous dog' registry
A Tampa lawmaker has filed a measure in the Florida Senate that would pave the way for a statewide registry of dogs labeled "dangerous" after an attack.
A Tampa lawmaker has filed a measure in the Florida Senate that would pave the way for a statewide registry of dogs labeled "dangerous" after an attack.
Tampa man's ashes to be launched into deep space with DNA from three U.S. presidents
A Tampa man’s dream of going to space is now becoming a reality thanks to Celestis Memorial Spaceflights.
A Tampa man’s dream of going to space is now becoming a reality thanks to Celestis Memorial Spaceflights.
Ybor City museum showcases exhibit following footsteps of the Florida Panther
In the heart of Ybor City, the Florida Museum of Photographic Arts unveils an engaging exhibition that promises to captivate nature enthusiasts and photography aficionados alike.
In the heart of Ybor City, the Florida Museum of Photographic Arts unveils an engaging exhibition that promises to captivate nature enthusiasts and photography aficionados alike.
Is high-speed rail coming to Tampa? New bill hopes to fast-track Brightline expansion
A bill filed Wednesday in Tallahassee aims to fast-track high speed rail service to Tampa. The latest Brightline expansion in Florida would connect the state’s west coast via high-speed rail with Orlando and South Florida.
A bill filed Wednesday in Tallahassee aims to fast-track high speed rail service to Tampa. The latest Brightline expansion in Florida would connect the state’s west coast via high-speed rail with Orlando and South Florida.
Bay Area retail theft ring busted, second suspect wanted by deputies: HCSO
The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office busted a retail theft scheme across the Tampa Bay area and beyond.
The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office busted a retail theft scheme across the Tampa Bay area and beyond.
2 Tampa women write children's book teaching kids to limit screen time
Two Tampa Bay-area residents hope their new children’s book will help parents teach their kids how to limit screen time.
Two Tampa Bay-area residents hope their new children’s book will help parents teach their kids how to limit screen time.