FOX 13 Tampa Bay
Tampa, FL · English · TV & web
FOX 13 Tampa Bay is a local news outlet covering regional events, politics, and community issues in the Tampa Bay area. It reports on traffic incidents, education, social services, and legal developments.
- 6 stories today
- 27/day · 7-day avg
- Top beat: Crime
- Tracked since 2026
- 5 Tampa, FL peers
Today’s stories
- Crystal River fire: Explosions destroy honey facilityA commercial fire destroyed a honey processing facility in Crystal River, Florida, causing over $1.2 million in damages and explosions, with the business's family legacy significantly impacted.
- Cuba earthquake: 6.1 magnitude quake triggers tremors across FloridaA 6.1 magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Cuba, causing tremors felt in Florida, but no damage or injuries were reported.
- State data on infant formula safety raises questions following expert reviewThe Florida Department of Health raised concerns about heavy metals in infant formula, but experts questioned their methodology and findings, while the FDA found all tested formulas below federal limits.
- State data on infant formula safety raises questions following expert reviewThe Florida Department of Health raised concerns about heavy metals in infant formula, but independent experts and the FDA found issues with the state's methodology and results, which showed inconsistencies and mathematical errors.
- Tampa United hockey team disbanded after unanimous league vote, affecting dozens of private school playersThe Tampa United hockey team, formed by three private schools, was disbanded after a unanimous vote by the Lightning High School Hockey League, leaving players to find new teams for the next season.
- Clearwater retail store manager honored by police after stopping $1K gift card scam targeting senior customerA Clearwater retail store manager stopped a $1,000 gift card scam targeting an elderly customer, leading to a police commendation. The scam involved a fraudster posing as a Publishers Clearing House representative offering a truck in exchange for gift cards.
- St. Pete NAACP, former Bayfront nurse call for review of workplace discrimination claimsA former nurse at Orlando Health Bayfront Hospital claims she faced retaliation after reporting a racially offensive Valentine's Day display, prompting the St. Petersburg NAACP to call for a review of her complaints and the hospital's handling of the issue.
- Bay Area Jewish groups urge cancellation of Ye concerts at Raymond James Stadium over antisemitic remarksBay Area Jewish groups and officials are urging the cancellation of Ye's Tampa concerts due to his antisemitic remarks and Nazi sympathies, with calls for the Tampa Sports Authority to reconsider the event.
- World War II vet laid to rest in Florida after being killed in action more than 80 years agoA World War II veteran, Tech. Sgt. Charles Palmer Jr., was laid to rest in Florida after being killed in action over 80 years ago, with his remains identified through DNA testing and a military funeral honoring his service.
- Popular summer destination ravaged by Lyme disease bets on radical new solutionNantucket is testing a project using specially bred mice to reduce Lyme disease by preventing ticks from getting infected, as the island has one of the highest rates of tick-borne illness in the U.S.
- Subaru recalls nearly 70,000 SUVs after moonroof panels detach while drivingSubaru is recalling nearly 70,000 2026 Forester and Forester Hybrid SUVs in the U.S. due to a defect that could cause moonroof glass panels to detach, posing a hazard to other drivers.
- Bay Area Jewish groups urge cancellation of Ye concerts at Raymond James Stadium over antisemitic remarksBay Area Jewish groups and officials are urging the cancellation of Ye's Tampa concerts due to his antisemitic remarks and Nazi sympathies, with calls for the Tampa Sports Authority to reconsider the event.
- Date fruit sales in U.S. skyrockets as shoppers seek healthier foodsSales of dates in the U.S. increased by 33% in 2025 as consumers seek healthier alternatives, with projections for continued growth through 2034.
- World War II vet laid to rest in Florida after being killed in action more than 80 years agoA World War II veteran, Tech. Sgt. Charles Palmer Jr., was laid to rest in Florida after being killed in action over 80 years ago, with military honors and family closure.
- St. Pete NAACP, former Bayfront nurse call for review of workplace discrimination claimsA former nurse alleges racial discrimination and retaliation after reporting a racially offensive display at her workplace, prompting the St. Pete NAACP to call for a review of her claims and the hospital's handling of the situation.