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  • Wednesday, May 22 2013 12:47 PM EDT2013-05-22 16:47:54 GMT
    More than a month after they were condemned by the county, two more homes near the fatal Seffner sinkhole are being demolished.
    More than a month after they were condemned by the county, two more homes near the fatal Seffner sinkhole are being demolished.
  • Wednesday, May 22 2013 12:33 PM EDT2013-05-22 16:33:58 GMT
    Eight families and dozens of people are without a home now following a two-alarm fire that tore through a Tampa complex overnight.
    Eight families and dozens of people are without a home now following a two-alarm fire that tore through a Tampa complex overnight.
  • Wednesday, May 22 2013 12:29 PM EDT2013-05-22 16:29:51 GMT
    Nearly three months after a sinkhole swallowed part of a Seffner home, the county has issued its final report about the hole itself and what steps were taken to save the man trapped inside.
    Nearly three months after a sinkhole swallowed part of a Seffner home, the county has issued its final report about the size and cause of the hole itself and what steps were taken to retrieve the body of the man trapped inside.
  • Wednesday, May 22 2013 10:17 AM EDT2013-05-22 14:17:00 GMT
    A 22-year-old man has been tracked down by police in connection with the robbing of an off-duty Polk deputy.
    A 22-year-old man has been tracked down by police in connection with the robbing of an off-duty Polk deputy.
  • Wednesday, May 22 2013 9:26 AM EDT2013-05-22 13:26:08 GMT
    FOX 13's April Kellogg continues her "Mom I'm Bored" series.
    FOX 13's April Kellogg continues her "Mom I'm Bored" series.
  • Tuesday, May 21 2013 5:40 PM EDT2013-05-21 21:40:24 GMT
    The mural is a depiction of the rich immigrant history, not only for Ybor City, but also for "America's Journey," which is what the massive artwork is titled.
    There is a huge mural up in Ybor City, which took more than a year to paint. It is a depiction of the rich immigrant history, not only for Ybor City, but also for "America's Journey," which is what the massive artwork is titled.
  • Tuesday, May 21 2013 5:21 PM EDT2013-05-21 21:21:31 GMT
    Deputies say a 12-year-old girl was sexually battered while going door-to-door to sell juice boxes.
    Deputies say a 12-year-old girl was sexually battered while going door-to-door to sell juice boxes.
  • Monday, May 20 2013 5:32 PM EDT2013-05-20 21:32:41 GMT
    A volunteer football coach is dead after a domestic dispute escalated into violence this morning in Seffner.
    A volunteer football coach is dead after a domestic dispute escalated into violence this morning in Seffner.
  • Monday, May 20 2013 12:52 PM EDT2013-05-20 16:52:34 GMT
    A black bear that caused quite a stir in a Tampa neighborhood Friday morning has been released back into the wild.
    A black bear that caused quite a stir in a Tampa neighborhood Friday morning has been released back into the wild.
  • Sunday, May 19 2013 7:11 PM EDT2013-05-19 23:11:05 GMT
    The numbers for the record breaking Powerball jackpot have been drawn.
    The numbers for the record breaking Powerball jackpot have been drawn.
  • Sunday, May 19 2013 6:25 PM EDT2013-05-19 22:25:02 GMT
    An air force member from Macdill died in a car crash in Riverview.
    An air force member from Macdill died in a car crash in Riverview.
  • Friday, May 17 2013 9:58 PM EDT2013-05-18 01:58:29 GMT
    A Hillsborough deputy arrested a man carrying a gun outside a Plant City Middle School.
    A Hillsborough deputy arrested a man carrying a gun outside a Plant City Middle School.
  • Friday, May 17 2013 6:46 PM EDT2013-05-17 22:46:26 GMT
    A neighborhood in the Egypt Lake area of Tampa woke up to quite a scene this morning.  A 250-pound black bear climbed up into a tree and stayed there until it was tranquilized by wildlife officials.
    A neighborhood in the Egypt Lake area of Tampa woke up to quite a scene this morning.  A 250-pound black bear climbed up into a tree and stayed there until it was tranquilized by wildlife officials.
  • Friday, May 17 2013 11:56 AM EDT2013-05-17 15:56:00 GMT
    The junkyard is just north of the raceway park at 6050 Jensen Road.
    The junkyard is just north of the raceway park at 6050 Jensen Road.
  • Friday, May 17 2013 7:42 AM EDT2013-05-17 11:42:11 GMT
    The city of Tampa is making some changes to make sure its drinking water stays safe.
    The city of Tampa is making some changes to make sure its drinking water stays safe.
  • Thursday, May 16 2013 8:12 PM EDT2013-05-17 00:12:39 GMT
    The proposal would allow police to ticket drivers if their music can be heard from at least 50 feet away, and would include possible jail time for a third offense.
    Tampa City Council gave its preliminary approval to an ordinance Thursday that would make it illegal for drivers to blast their car stereos. The proposal would allow police to ticket drivers if their music can be heard from at least 50 feet away, and would include possible jail time for a third offense.
  • Thursday, May 16 2013 3:43 PM EDT2013-05-16 19:43:35 GMT
    Alexander Rosario, 27, and Douceaymee Lopez-Alvarez, 26, said they accidentally left their 2-year-old son in a parked car for several hours on April 16, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office.
    Alexander Rosario, 27, and Douceaymee Lopez-Alvarez, 26, said they accidentally left their 2-year-old son in a parked car for several hours on April 16, according to the Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office. They are now charged with aggravated child neglect.
  • Thursday, May 16 2013 12:23 PM EDT2013-05-16 16:23:53 GMT
    The 28-year-old son of a Florida fertility doctor has been charged by federal authorities with tricking his girlfriend into taking a pill used to induce labor and cause an abortion.
    The 28-year-old son of a Florida fertility doctor has been charged by federal authorities with tricking his girlfriend into taking a pill used to induce labor and cause an abortion, killing the fetus she was carrying.
  • Thursday, May 16 2013 12:10 PM EDT2013-05-16 16:10:47 GMT
    Tampa's City Council moved forward Thursday with a new noise ordinance that would quiet down our streets.
    Tampa's City Council moved forward Thursday with a new noise ordinance that would quiet down our streets.
  • Thursday, May 16 2013 11:00 AM EDT2013-05-16 15:00:51 GMT
    It was an extra special Mother's Day for at least one Lowry Park Zoo resident. Endangered Indian rhinoceros Jaime gave birth to her third calf, a hefty baby boy, on May 9.
    It was an extra special Mother's Day for at least one Lowry Park Zoo resident. Endangered Indian rhinoceros Jaime gave birth to her third calf, a hefty baby boy, on May 9.
  • Wednesday, May 15 2013 10:48 PM EDT2013-05-16 02:48:49 GMT
    Businesses trying to wrestle up new customers are turning to attention grabbing digital signs. Critics say the signs are the equivalent of shouting down the street and everybody loses.
    Businesses trying to wrestle up new customers are turning to attention grabbing digital signs. Critics say the signs are the equivalent of shouting down the street and everybody loses.
  • Wednesday, May 15 2013 5:24 AM EDT2013-05-15 09:24:50 GMT
    A motorcyclist was killed Tuesday in an accident at I-75 and Gibsonton Drive.
    A motorcyclist was killed Tuesday in an accident at I-75 and Gibsonton Drive.
  • Tuesday, May 14 2013 8:38 PM EDT2013-05-15 00:38:20 GMT
    Police have released new surveillance video from outside a Tampa nightclub where a man was murdered. They're looking to talk to any witnesses who may have seen something.
    Police have released new surveillance video from outside a Tampa nightclub where a man was murdered. They're looking to talk to any witnesses who may have seen something.
  • Tuesday, May 14 2013 5:20 PM EDT2013-05-14 21:20:37 GMT
    Deputies opened fire in a Seffner neighborhood this afternoon, killing one of their 'most wanted' suspects.
    Deputies opened fire in a Seffner neighborhood this afternoon, killing one of their 'most wanted' suspects.
  • Tuesday, May 14 2013 1:39 PM EDT2013-05-14 17:39:54 GMT
    Deputies had to hit the water in search of a burglary suspect this afternoon.
    Deputies had to hit the water in search of a burglary suspect this afternoon.
  • Tuesday, May 14 2013 9:58 AM EDT2013-05-14 13:58:52 GMT
    Homicide detectives are investigating after a landscaping worker discovered a body off Providence Road in Brandon.
    Homicide detectives are investigating after a landscaping worker discovered a body off Providence Road in Brandon.
  • Tuesday, May 14 2013 6:45 AM EDT2013-05-14 10:45:43 GMT
    Another Tampa shopping center is looking for a new owner. This time it's Hyde Park Village.
    Another Tampa shopping center is looking for a new owner. This time it's Hyde Park Village.
  • Tuesday, May 14 2013 5:32 AM EDT2013-05-14 09:32:40 GMT
    Thousands of military commandos are taking over the Tampa Convention Center for the Special Operations Command (SOCOM) Conference.
    Thousands of military commandos are taking over the Tampa Convention Center for the Special Operations Command (SOCOM) Conference.
  • Monday, May 13 2013 7:44 AM EDT2013-05-13 11:44:38 GMT
    The 8-year-old was attacked in her own home. Doctors say she will survive. As for the dog, its fate remains unknown.
    The 8-year-old was attacked in her own home. Doctors say she will survive. As for the dog, its fate remains unknown.
  • Monday, May 13 2013 6:42 AM EDT2013-05-13 10:42:00 GMT
    Deputies in Hillsborough County have arrested a 54-year-old man and accused him of sexual battery on a young girl.
    Deputies in Hillsborough County have arrested a 54-year-old man and accused him of sexual battery on a young girl.
  • Monday, May 13 2013 4:38 AM EDT2013-05-13 08:38:48 GMT
    Fire interrupted a Mother's Day meal for about 220 people in Brandon on Sunday night. They were all at the Buca di Beppo's restaurant at 11105 Causeway Boulevard. The restaurant's manager smelled and saw
    Fire interrupted a Mother's Day meal for about 220 people in Brandon on Sunday night.
  • Sunday, May 12 2013 10:30 PM EDT2013-05-13 02:30:23 GMT
    Nothing says Mother's Day more than flowers.And there were lots of them at St. Anne's Catholic Church in Ruskin today.The church was decorated with 3,000 roses. All part of the church's special Mother's
    3,000 roses decorate church for Mother's Day.
  • Sunday, May 12 2013 10:07 AM EDT2013-05-12 14:07:09 GMT
    What started as a fight at Hollywood Nites on North Howard early Saturday morning ended in gunfire, leaving one man injured and another dead.
    What started as a fight at Hollywood Nites on North Howard early Saturday morning ended in gunfire, leaving one man injured and another dead.
  • Friday, May 10 2013 11:19 PM EDT2013-05-11 03:19:44 GMT
    The U.S. Post Office at Tampa International Airport was evacuated Friday night around 8 p.m. after someone spotted a suspicious package, authorities said.
    The U.S. Post Office at Tampa International Airport was evacuated Friday night around 8 p.m. after someone spotted a suspicious package, authorities said.
  • Friday, May 10 2013 5:56 PM EDT2013-05-10 21:56:10 GMT
    An autopsy says Chad Wolfe died of head and neck injuries after falling seven stories into an elevator shaft back in March. But how did he get through the doors?
    An autopsy says Chad Wolfe died of head and neck injuries after falling seven stories into an elevator shaft back in March. But how did he get through the doors?
  • Friday, May 10 2013 5:54 PM EDT2013-05-10 21:54:25 GMT
    Dr. Horace Norrell spent three nights in Turks and Caicos jail in a windowless cell, with no lights. When he saw a judge, he was told he had to pay $4,000 in cash to get out.
    Dr. Horace Norrell spent three nights in Turks and Caicos jail in a windowless cell, with no lights. When he saw a judge, he was told he had to pay $4,000 in cash to get out. Senator Bill Nelson suspects it was a shakedown, and is looking into what happened.
  • Friday, May 10 2013 5:39 PM EDT2013-05-10 21:39:41 GMT
    FOX 13 is getting word of a brush fire in southeastern Hillsborough County. Reports indicate that it may be affect traffic along Interstate 75.
    FOX 13 is getting word of a brush fire in southeastern Hillsborough County. Reports indicate that it may be affect traffic along Interstate 75.
  • Friday, May 10 2013 5:28 PM EDT2013-05-10 21:28:02 GMT
    Fire rescue officials say crews were battling a house fire when ammunition starting going off, and they had to pull away from the home.
    Fire rescue officials say crews were battling a house fire when ammunition starting going off, and they had to pull away from the home.
  • Friday, May 10 2013 7:27 AM EDT2013-05-10 11:27:19 GMT
    Developers want to build the Residences at the Riverwalk apartment complex just south of the Straz Center and west of the John Germany library.
    Developers want to build the Residences at the Riverwalk apartment complex just south of the Straz Center and west of the John Germany library, but some are concerned about what it would do for pedestrians in the area.
  • Wednesday, May 8 2013 11:29 PM EDT2013-05-09 03:29:06 GMT
    Bars and restaurants moved out, the movie theater closed, and things have been looking bleak for the Channelside entertainment complex for a while now.
    Bars and restaurants moved out, the movie theater closed, and things have been looking bleak for the Channelside entertainment complex for a while now. But two developers say they can turn it around, and the met with residents and business owners Wednesday night to sell their plans.
  • Wednesday, May 8 2013 10:45 PM EDT2013-05-09 02:45:52 GMT
    The spotlight was on player safety at Tampa Catholic High School baseball team's practice Wednesday, a day after a Toronto Blue Jays pitcher was it in the head by a line drive during a game against the
    The spotlight was on player safety at Tampa Catholic High School baseball team's practice Wednesday, a day after a Toronto Blue Jays pitcher was it in the head by a line drive during a game against the
  • Wednesday, May 8 2013 10:41 PM EDT2013-05-09 02:41:18 GMT
    After blowing his own fingers off, a Tampa man is facing bombmaking charges. Investigators don't believe any attack was imminent, however.
    After blowing his own fingers off, a Tampa man is facing bombmaking charges. Investigators don't believe any attack was imminent, however.
  • Wednesday, May 8 2013 5:23 PM EDT2013-05-08 21:23:10 GMT
    Taco Fusion's menu definitely doesn't read like your average Mexican joint.  They sell shark, rattlesnake, and even kangaroo tacos.  But the lion meat tacos have ignited an explosion of controversy.
    Taco Fusion's menu definitely doesn't read like your average Mexican joint.  They sell shark, rattlesnake, and even kangaroo tacos.  But the lion meat tacos have ignited an explosion of controversy they didn't expect.
  • Wednesday, May 8 2013 9:22 AM EDT2013-05-08 13:22:28 GMT
    The group close to buying Channelside said it has a problem – and it's a people problem. But it says they have a solution, and it's to make the district a "lifestyle center."
    The group close to buying Channelside said the area has a problem – and it's a people problem. But it says they have a solution, and it's to make the district a "lifestyle center," not an entertainment center.
  • Wednesday, May 8 2013 7:59 AM EDT2013-05-08 11:59:43 GMT
    A 3-year-old child was shot and killed Tuesday night after investigators say his uncle brought a gun into the apartment, and the child got a hold of it.
    A 3-year-old child was shot and killed Tuesday night after investigators say his uncle brought a gun into the apartment, and the child got a hold of it.
  • Wednesday, May 8 2013 7:22 AM EDT2013-05-08 11:22:11 GMT
    Wawa is celebrating the grand opening of its sixth store in Tampa at 401 N. Dale Mabry Highway.
    Wawa is celebrating the grand opening of its sixth store in Tampa at 401 N. Dale Mabry Highway.
  • Wednesday, May 8 2013 4:36 AM EDT2013-05-08 08:36:22 GMT
    Charges are pending against a Tampa man who police say blew off two of his fingers with fireworks.
    Charges are pending against a Tampa man who police say blew off two of his fingers with fireworks.
  • Tuesday, May 7 2013 8:33 PM EDT2013-05-08 00:33:07 GMT
    The Humane Society of the United States rescued 11 exotic cats from a Kansas compound over the weekend. They were abandoned by their owner, and living without food or water in small cages.
    The Humane Society of the United States rescued 11 exotic cats from a Kansas compound over the weekend. They were abandoned by their owner, and living without food or water in small, chain-link cages.
  • Tuesday, May 7 2013 1:51 PM EDT2013-05-07 17:51:34 GMT
    Ahead of Mother's Day weekend, Tampa's Lowry Park Zoo is celebrating one of its newest mothers. 'Betty,' an adult female okapi, is finally showing off her 4-month-old son Bahati.
    Ahead of Mother's Day weekend, Tampa's Lowry Park Zoo is celebrating one of its newest mothers. 'Betty,' an adult female okapi, is finally showing off her 4-month-old son Bahati.
  • Tuesday, May 7 2013 4:34 AM EDT2013-05-07 08:34:37 GMT
    That's what store owners say about the crosswalks on 7th Avenue in Centro Ybor. But they're not sitting around waiting for something bad to happen. They did something about it on their own.
    That's what store owners say about the crosswalks on 7th Avenue in Centro Ybor. But they're not sitting around waiting for something bad to happen. They did something about it on their own.
  • Monday, May 6 2013 5:54 PM EDT2013-05-06 21:54:13 GMT
    Webcams are pretty standard these days; just about every tourist attraction has one. Fortunately for Staff Sergeant Dan Corman, that includes the Eilean Donan castle in Scotland.
    Webcams are pretty standard these days; just about every tourist attraction has one. Fortunately for Staff Sergeant Dan Corman, that includes the Eilean Donan castle in Scotland.
  • Monday, May 6 2013 11:54 AM EDT2013-05-06 15:54:05 GMT
    Crews have cleaned up a fertilizer spill on Dale Mabry Highway that caused delays Monday morning.
    Crews have cleaned up a fertilizer spill on Dale Mabry Highway that caused delays Monday morning.
  • Monday, May 6 2013 9:22 AM EDT2013-05-06 13:22:12 GMT
    Deputies say a sinkhole has opened at Turner Road and Arbor Hills Road in Tampa.
    Deputies say a sinkhole has opened at Turner Road and Arbor Hills Road in Tampa.
  • Monday, May 6 2013 4:38 AM EDT2013-05-06 08:38:04 GMT
    A firefighter was hurt while putting out a house fire in Tampa Saturday morning.
    A firefighter was hurt while putting out a house fire in Tampa Saturday morning.The fire started around eleven a.m., on north 54th street.Tampa fire and rescue says 60 year-old Ruby Smith was smoking in
  • Monday, May 6 2013 4:37 AM EDT2013-05-06 08:37:17 GMT
    A woman from Tampa was killed in a car crash Friday night.
    A woman from Tampa was killed in a car crash Friday night.
  • Friday, May 3 2013 10:38 PM EDT2013-05-04 02:38:04 GMT
    Dozens of people are being checked out after being sickened by pepper spray at McLane Middle School in Brandon. Over 30 have been hospitalized.
    Dozens of people were checked out Friday after being sickened by pepper spray at McLane Middle School in Brandon. More than 30 were hospitalized.
  • Friday, May 3 2013 9:44 PM EDT2013-05-04 01:44:43 GMT
    Sharon Moss was raped and murdered 25 years ago. Her killer got away until today, says Hillsborough State Prosecutor Ron Gale.
    Sharon Moss was raped and murdered 25 years ago. Her killer got away until today, says Hillsborough State Prosecutor Ron Gale.
  • Friday, May 3 2013 8:39 PM EDT2013-05-04 00:39:29 GMT
    It happened on Memorial Highway, and deputies tell us six men in all were involved in the violent robbery. Detectives are working round-the-clock to track them down.
    It happened on Memorial Highway, and deputies tell us six men in all were involved in the violent robbery. Detectives are working round-the-clock to track them down.
  • Thursday, May 2 2013 8:53 AM EDT2013-05-02 12:53:13 GMT
    Both directions of Kennedy were closed between Dale Mabry and Grady Avenue, but police have since reopened the westbound lanes.
    Both directions of Kennedy were closed between Dale Mabry and Grady Avenue, but police have since reopened the westbound lanes.
  • Thursday, May 2 2013 6:57 AM EDT2013-05-02 10:57:30 GMT
    You'll soon be able to shop, eat and now workout at International Plaza.
    You'll soon be able to shop, eat and now workout at International Plaza.
  • Wednesday, May 1 2013 10:56 PM EDT2013-05-02 02:56:33 GMT
    The two were touring the Sea of Cortez, between the California coast and Mexico. They had just ended an underwater dive, when the view above water got interesting.
    The two were touring the Sea of Cortez, an oasis of bright blue water and wildlife sandwiched between the California coast and Mexico. They had just ended an underwater dive, when the view above water got interesting.
  • Wednesday, May 1 2013 5:43 PM EDT2013-05-01 21:43:50 GMT
    Hillsborough commissioners voted 6 to 1 Wednesday in favor of the trap-neuter-release program. Now when a cat is caught, it will be sterilized, ear clipped, microchipped and put back to where it came from.
    Hillsborough commissioners voted 6 to 1 Wednesday in favor of the trap-neuter-release program. Now when a cat is caught, it will be sterilized, ear clipped, microchipped and put back to where it came from.
  • Wednesday, May 1 2013 3:35 PM EDT2013-05-01 19:35:19 GMT
    Hillsborough School Board chair April Griffin has asked the board's attorney to begin making litigation reports available to them for their meetings. She said she was shocked to see how many there are.
    Hillsborough School Board chair April Griffin has asked the board's attorney to begin making litigation reports available to them for their meetings. She said she was shocked to see how many there are.
  • Wednesday, May 1 2013 11:47 AM EDT2013-05-01 15:47:53 GMT
    Big changes are coming to some Bay area schools. Staff members at seven Pinellas and Hillsborough County schools will have to reapply for their jobs.
    Big changes are coming to some Bay area schools. Staff members at seven Pinellas and Hillsborough County schools will have to reapply for their jobs.
  • Wednesday, May 1 2013 11:07 AM EDT2013-05-01 15:07:26 GMT
    The lights are back on at the University of South Florida campus and the surrounding area after an outage left some students in the dark during their exams.
    The lights are back on at the University of South Florida campus and the surrounding area after an outage left some students in the dark during their exams.
  • Wednesday, May 1 2013 6:54 AM EDT2013-05-01 10:54:35 GMT
    What's next for Westshore Boulevard? We should get a sneak peak Wednesday at a major facelift plan.
    What's next for Westshore Boulevard? We should get a sneak peak Wednesday at a major facelift plan.
  • Tuesday, April 30 2013 10:50 PM EDT2013-05-01 02:50:22 GMT
    The historic Tampa Theatre just got a very modern upgrade. Tuesday night, the audience got to experience hi-def video and sound from the theater's new digital projection system.
    The historic Tampa Theatre just got a very modern upgrade. Tuesday night, the audience got to experience hi-def video and sound from the theater's new digital projection system.
  • Tuesday, April 30 2013 8:50 PM EDT2013-05-01 00:50:38 GMT
    The Sam Rampello Pirates are working hard for their first-ever undefeated flag football season. These middle school student-athletes take great pride in their team.
    The Sam Rampello Pirates are working hard for their first-ever undefeated flag football season. These middle school student-athletes take great pride in their team.
  • Tuesday, April 30 2013 6:31 PM EDT2013-04-30 22:31:56 GMT
    Cabbie Ramon Estevez's routine call quickly turned into a crime scene he will never forget.
    Cabbie Ramon Estevez's routine call quickly turned into a crime scene he will never forget.
  • Tuesday, April 30 2013 10:04 AM EDT2013-04-30 14:04:24 GMT
    A 22-year-old Tampa mother faces manslaughter charges in the death of her baby.
    A 22-year-old Tampa mother faces manslaughter charges in the death of her baby.
  • Monday, April 29 2013 10:31 PM EDT2013-04-30 02:31:09 GMT
    It's video that you have to see to believe -- it shows a man who Tampa police say tried to sexually batter a woman at the Tampa Coin Laundry on North 40th Street in Tampa.
    It's video that you have to see to believe -- it shows a man who Tampa police say tried to sexually batter a woman at the Tampa Coin Laundry on North 40th Street in Tampa. It's taken from surveillance video from a convenience store across the street from the laundromat.
  • Monday, April 29 2013 5:43 PM EDT2013-04-29 21:43:52 GMT
    An historic neighborhood association in Tampa has lost its fight to keep a place called Trinity Cafe out of the area. Trinity Cafe opens Tuesday on Nebraska and 17th Avenues in V.M. Ybor.
    An historic neighborhood association in Tampa has lost its fight to keep a place called Trinity Cafe out of the area. Trinity Cafe opens Tuesday on Nebraska and 17th Avenues in V.M. Ybor.
  • Monday, April 29 2013 4:08 PM EDT2013-04-29 20:08:52 GMT
    Three people were injured and U.S. Highway 301 was closed after a collision Monday afternoon.
    Three people were injured and U.S. Highway 301 was closed after a collision Monday afternoon.
  • Monday, April 29 2013 12:51 PM EDT2013-04-29 16:51:49 GMT
    Three mobile homes and a semi-truck caught fire Monday morning in Wimauma, and investigators say it was the work of an arsonist.
    Three mobile homes and a semi-truck caught fire Monday morning in Wimauma, and investigators say it was the work of an arsonist.
  • Monday, April 29 2013 9:38 AM EDT2013-04-29 13:38:18 GMT
    It happened at 22nd Street and the Causeway Boulevard Bridge. Police say the driver of the motorcycle drove over the bridge and couldn't avoid hitting the slower scooter.
    It happened at 22nd Street and the Causeway Boulevard Bridge. Police say the driver of the motorcycle drove over the bridge and couldn't avoid hitting the slower scooter.
  • Monday, April 29 2013 6:13 AM EDT2013-04-29 10:13:05 GMT
    Hillsborough County schools are going wireless – at least they all should be by the 2014-15 school year.
    Hillsborough County schools are going wireless – at least they all should be by the 2014-15 school year.
  • Friday, April 26 2013 10:54 PM EDT2013-04-27 02:54:50 GMT
    Many say the only humane way to reduce the number of feral and free-roaming cats in Hillsborough County is through TNR, which stands for "Trap, Neuter, Release."
    Many say the only humane way to reduce the number of feral and free-roaming cats in Hillsborough County is through TNR, which stands for "Trap, Neuter, Release." But the plan has significant opposition, and both sides will make their case at next week's county commission meeting.
  • Friday, April 26 2013 4:40 PM EDT2013-04-26 20:40:09 GMT
    Alonso High School was in a modified lockdown Friday after investigators say one student threatened to kill another student.
    Alonso High School was in a modified lockdown Friday after investigators say one student threatened to kill another student.
  • Friday, April 26 2013 7:35 AM EDT2013-04-26 11:35:46 GMT
    Out of 400 flutes of champagne, Miriam Tucker drank from the wrong one.
    Out of 400 flutes of champagne, Miriam Tucker drank from the wrong one.
  • Thursday, April 25 2013 9:16 PM EDT2013-04-26 01:16:22 GMT
    A Hillsborough County school employee is facing voyeurism charges after detectives say he used a hidden pen camera to record four girls inside a bathroom.
    A Hillsborough County school employee is facing voyeurism charges after detectives say he used a hidden pen camera to record four girls inside a bathroom.
  • Thursday, April 25 2013 9:14 PM EDT2013-04-26 01:14:00 GMT
    Detectives are at a home in Tampa where it appears a mother has killed her daughter and then herself, according to the sheriff's office.
    Detectives are at a home in Tampa where it appears a mother has killed her daughter and then herself, according to the sheriff's office.
  • Thursday, April 25 2013 8:58 PM EDT2013-04-26 00:58:15 GMT
    Investigators say Demetreius Morris wrote letters to someone asking the person to murder the rape victim and her daughter.
    A jail inmate waiting to be tried for rape is accused of trying to put a hit on the victim from behind bars. Investigators say Demetreius Morris wrote letters to someone asking the person to murder the rape victim and her daughter.
  • Thursday, April 25 2013 8:36 PM EDT2013-04-26 00:36:36 GMT
    A Hillsborough County deputy diffused a tense situation in front of a Riverview elementary school Wednesday: a man was walking up and down the sidewalk, waving a gun.
    A Hillsborough County deputy diffused a tense situation in front of a Riverview elementary school Wednesday: a man was walking up and down the sidewalk, waving a gun. The deputy was assigned to the school; it's not clear if he and others will be there full time in the years ahead.
  • Wednesday, April 24 2013 8:47 PM EDT2013-04-25 00:47:36 GMT
    Strawberry lovers aren't the only ones who have their own festival in Plant City. This weekend, Keel and Curley Winery is holding its annual Blueberry Festival.
    Strawberry lovers aren't the only ones who have their own festival in Plant City. This weekend, Keel and Curley Winery is holding its annual Blueberry Festival.
  • Wednesday, April 24 2013 8:20 PM EDT2013-04-25 00:20:18 GMT
    The brave 2-year-old girl injured in a lawn mower accident will be in the hospital longer than expected. Her parents say it's been a tough road, and Ireland is not healing the way she should.
    The brave 2-year-old girl injured in a lawn mower accident will be in the hospital longer than expected. Her parents say it's been a tough road, and Ireland is not healing the way she should.
  • Wednesday, April 24 2013 7:26 PM EDT2013-04-24 23:26:08 GMT
    A fire caused major damage at an apartment complex in Town 'n' Country Wednesday morning, and not for the first time this year: an electrical short sparked a blaze on February 9.
    A fire caused major damage at an apartment complex in Town 'n' Country Wednesday morning, and not for the first time this year: an electrical short sparked a blaze on February 9; investigators are working to determine what started the blaze today.
  • Tuesday, April 23 2013 5:44 PM EDT2013-04-23 21:44:11 GMT
    The Hillsborough County School Board will be discussing changes to its policy on religious handouts in schools. One school board member says she's concerned the changes will "open a window."
    The Hillsborough County School Board will be discussing changes to its policy on religious handouts in schools. One school board member says she's concerned the changes will "open a window."
  • Tuesday, April 23 2013 12:29 PM EDT2013-04-23 16:29:38 GMT
    A section of South Dale Mabry Highway was closed this morning because of a suspicious package that turned out to be trash.
    A section of South Dale Mabry Highway was closed this morning because of a suspicious package that turned out to be trash.
  • Tuesday, April 23 2013 9:23 AM EDT2013-04-23 13:23:17 GMT
    Deputies had thought one complaint of child neglect was bad enough, but when they went to check on it, they found something even worse.
    Deputies had thought one complaint of child neglect was bad enough, but when they went to check on it, they found something even worse.
  • Monday, April 22 2013 10:57 AM EDT2013-04-22 14:57:16 GMT
    The Tampa Catholic High School Crusaderettes have made school history. By winning the Southeastern Regional Dance Championship, they achieved something no other team has.
    The Tampa Catholic High School Crusaderettes have made school history. By winning the Southeastern Regional Dance Championship, they achieved something no other team has.
  • Monday, April 22 2013 7:00 AM EDT2013-04-22 11:00:02 GMT
    Tampa Bay Harvest , with the help of Chase, is celebrating Earth Day by kicking off a new sustainable living project.
    Tampa Bay Harvest , with the help of Chase, is celebrating Earth Day by kicking off a new sustainable living project.
  • Monday, April 22 2013 5:07 AM EDT2013-04-22 09:07:13 GMT
    Their aim? To let victims of sexual and domestic violence know that they are not alone, and they did it by "taking back the night."
    Their aim? To let victims of sexual and domestic violence know that they are not alone, and they did it by "taking back the night."
  • Monday, April 22 2013 5:01 AM EDT2013-04-22 09:01:49 GMT
    A Hillsborough County man is accused of attacking his elderly grandmother with a machete.
    A Hillsborough County man is accused of attacking his elderly grandmother with a machete.
  • Saturday, April 20 2013 8:15 PM EDT2013-04-21 00:15:31 GMT
    On her 23rd birthday Queena, the girl once known only as the Bloomingdale rape victim, gave her own gift to everyone at her party. She stood and then she danced.
    On her 23rd birthday Queena, the girl once known only as the Bloomingdale rape victim, gave her own gift to everyone at her party. She stood and then she danced.
  • Thursday, April 18 2013 7:11 PM EDT2013-04-18 23:11:33 GMT
    For years, we hid her face at the request of her family. We called her only the Bloomingdale Library Survivor. But this year, she turns 23 and now she wants everyone to know her real name.
    For years, we hid her face at the request of her family. We called her only the Bloomingdale Library Survivor. But this year, she turns 23 and now this young woman wants everyone to know her real name.
  • Thursday, April 18 2013 6:54 PM EDT2013-04-18 22:54:17 GMT
    A suspicious package at the Port of Tampa Thursday morning caused the mass evacuation of a terminal, along with a frightening few hours for passengers waiting to board.
    A suspicious package at the Port of Tampa Thursday morning caused the mass evacuation of a terminal, along with a frightening few hours for passengers waiting to board.
  • Thursday, April 18 2013 12:16 PM EDT2013-04-18 16:16:42 GMT
    Florida Highway Patrol troopers say a motorcyclist was killed Wednesday night when a pickup truck slammed into him from behind.
    Florida Highway Patrol troopers say a motorcyclist was killed Wednesday night when a pickup truck slammed into him from behind.
  • Thursday, April 18 2013 10:00 AM EDT2013-04-18 14:00:09 GMT
    Organizers are gearing up for the MudZilla Mud Run on Saturday, May 18, in Plant City, and FOX 13 got its first preview of the course.
    Organizers are gearing up for the MudZilla Mud Run on Saturday, May 18, in Plant City, and FOX 13 got its first preview of the course.
  • Wednesday, April 17 2013 12:28 PM EDT2013-04-17 16:28:44 GMT
    For the first time in quite a while, Jerry Nugent can smile. That's because his daughter is doing well after major surgery.
    For the first time in quite a while, Jerry Nugent can smile. That's because his daughter is doing well after major surgery.
  • Wednesday, April 17 2013 12:03 PM EDT2013-04-17 16:03:01 GMT
    Authorities are scrutinizing the social media and email accounts of a Tampa couple accused of kidnapping their children and sailing with them to Cuba.
    Authorities are scrutinizing the social media and email accounts of a Tampa couple accused of kidnapping their children and sailing with them to Cuba.
  • Wednesday, April 17 2013 5:11 AM EDT2013-04-17 09:11:53 GMT
    Neighbors say they are shocked because the parents are usually very protective of their children. Deputies are still trying to work out all the details.
    Neighbors say they are shocked because the parents are usually very protective of their children. Deputies are still trying to work out all the details.
  • Tuesday, April 16 2013 5:00 PM EDT2013-04-16 21:00:43 GMT
    The director of the Gasparilla Marathon Weekend says after Monday's Boston Marathon bombing, running events will change forever. The biggest priority: Safety and security.
    The director of the Gasparilla Marathon Weekend says after Monday's Boston Marathon bombing, running events will change forever. The biggest priority: Safety and security.
  • Tuesday, April 16 2013 12:01 PM EDT2013-04-16 16:01:16 GMT
    It happened around 6 a.m. The man was already unconscious when firefighters arrived, and his 3 dogs didn't make it out alive.
    It happened around 6 a.m. The man was already unconscious when firefighters arrived, and his 3 dogs didn't make it out alive.
  • Tuesday, April 16 2013 9:24 AM EDT2013-04-16 13:24:07 GMT
    An accident and fuel spill has shut down the intersection of 50th Street and Fletcher Avenue near the University of South Florida.
    An accident and fuel spill has shut down the intersection of 50th Street and Fletcher Avenue near the University of South Florida.
  • Monday, April 15 2013 12:58 PM EDT2013-04-15 16:58:02 GMT
    The Wicker family says they've given all they can to their mortgage company. Their insurance paid them $130,000, but the mortgage company wants more.
    The Wicker family says they've given all they can to their mortgage company. Their insurance paid them $130,000, but the mortgage company wants more. But the family says there's nothing left to give, and the county won't even let them back on their property.  
  • Monday, April 15 2013 12:46 PM EDT2013-04-15 16:46:40 GMT
    A protest sign on I-4 was removed Monday morning after drivers said it caused two crashes.
    A protest sign on I-4 was removed Monday morning after drivers said it caused two crashes.
  • Friday, April 12 2013 4:40 PM EDT2013-04-12 20:40:51 GMT
    One of the workers injured in an industrial accident at the port has died, but investigators are still trying to figure out just what caused the apparent gas leak.
    One of the workers injured in an industrial accident at the port has died, but investigators are still trying to figure out just what caused the apparent gas leak.
  • Friday, April 12 2013 1:46 PM EDT2013-04-12 17:46:19 GMT
    The man accused of kidnapping his two young sons and sailing to Cuba had spent weeks loading the family's boat with supplies and had suggested the family might sail as far away as South America, investigators say.
    The man accused of kidnapping his two young sons and sailing to Cuba had spent weeks loading the family's boat with supplies and had suggested the family might sail as far away as South America, investigators say.
  • Friday, April 12 2013 1:52 AM EDT2013-04-12 05:52:17 GMT
    The kidnapped young boys who just returned from Cuba are doing well, their grandparents told reporters Thursday morning.  Moments later, Chase and Cole Hakken smiled for cameras, happy to be home after their "vacation."
    The kidnapped young boys who just returned from Cuba are doing well, their grandparents told reporters Thursday morning.  Moments later, Chase and Cole Hakken smiled for cameras, happy to be home after their "vacation."
  • Thursday, April 11 2013 6:11 PM EDT2013-04-11 22:11:19 GMT
    The parents accused of kidnapping their own kids and sailing to Cuba will be staying in jail for now.  A judge set no bail for Josh and Sharyn Hakken.
    The parents accused of kidnapping their own kids and sailing to Cuba will be staying in jail for now.  A judge set no bail for Josh and Sharyn Hakken.
  • Thursday, April 11 2013 5:59 PM EDT2013-04-11 21:59:38 GMT
    The home Buddy Wicker has owned since 1974 was bulldozed after a sinkhole opened up and swallowed his friend who was sleeping inside. Now his mortgage company says the $130,189 he sent them was not enough.
    The home Buddy Wicker has owned since 1974 was bulldozed after a sinkhole opened up and swallowed his friend who was sleeping inside. Now his mortgage company says the $130,189 he sent them was not enough.
  • Wednesday, April 10 2013 3:39 PM EDT2013-04-10 19:39:58 GMT
    Joshua and Sharyn Hakken seemed to have a charmed life, doting on their two young boys, buying a comfortable home and building successful careers as engineers. It all derailed last year.
    Joshua and Sharyn Hakken seemed to have a charmed life, doting on their two young boys, buying a comfortable home and building successful careers as engineers. It all derailed last year.
  • Wednesday, April 10 2013 4:53 AM EDT2013-04-10 08:53:35 GMT
    One person was killed early Wednesday morning in a motorcycle accident in Tampa.
    One person was killed early Wednesday morning in a motorcycle accident in Tampa.
  • Tuesday, April 9 2013 3:39 PM EDT2013-04-09 19:39:46 GMT
    One of Tampa's downtown high-rises was evacuated this afternoon after several people became sickened. Police say a "foul odor" at the Park Tower forced them to empty the building.
    One of Tampa's downtown high-rises was evacuated this afternoon after several people became sickened. Police say a "foul odor" at the Park Tower forced them to empty the building.
  • Tuesday, April 9 2013 10:31 AM EDT2013-04-09 14:31:59 GMT
    An accident involving a tractor trailer caused major delays on the Courtney Campbell Causeway this morning.
    An accident involving a tractor trailer caused major delays on the Courtney Campbell Causeway this morning.
  • Monday, April 8 2013 12:11 PM EDT2013-04-08 16:11:12 GMT
    An SUV plunged off the Maydell Drive bridge Monday morning and into the water just south of the Lee Roy Selmon Expressway.
    An SUV plunged off the Maydell Drive bridge Monday morning and into the water just south of the Lee Roy Selmon Expressway.
  • Sunday, April 7 2013 7:40 PM EDT2013-04-07 23:40:40 GMT
    Bruce Springsteen spent Saturday night at Raymond James Stadium.

    He was watching his daughter Jessica compete in a horse competition.
    Bruce Springsteen spent Saturday night at Raymond James Stadium.

    He was watching his daughter Jessica compete in a horse competition.
  • Friday, April 5 2013 8:58 PM EDT2013-04-06 00:58:35 GMT
    Tampa police officials say they caught 68-year-old Demetrio Rivera with his pants down. Investigators say they got a tip that he was having ongoing sexual relationships with underage girls.
    Tampa police officials say they caught 68-year-old Demetrio Rivera with his pants down. Investigators say they got a tip that he was having ongoing sexual relationships with underage girls.
  • Friday, April 5 2013 4:58 PM EDT2013-04-05 20:58:10 GMT
    Police in Louisiana say the parents accused of kidnapping their own children in Tampa were acting "bizarre" during the arrest that ultimately caused them to lose custody of the kids.
    Police in Louisiana say the parents accused of kidnapping their own children in Tampa were acting "bizarre" during the arrest that ultimately caused them to lose custody of the kids.
  • Friday, April 5 2013 11:50 AM EDT2013-04-05 15:50:18 GMT
    Capt. James Michael Steel (left)
    A Tampa fighter pilot was killed when his F-16 jet crashed in Afghanistan this week, the Department of Defense said Friday.
    A Tampa fighter pilot was killed when his F-16 jet crashed in Afghanistan this week, the Department of Defense said Friday.
  • Friday, April 5 2013 9:24 AM EDT2013-04-05 13:24:00 GMT
    Code enforcement has confirmed the hole that opened up behind a Ruskin home was caused by an old septic tank – not a sinkhole as first believed by the county.
    Code enforcement has confirmed the hole that opened up behind a Ruskin home was caused by an old septic tank – not a sinkhole as first believed by the county.
  • Friday, April 5 2013 8:03 AM EDT2013-04-05 12:03:04 GMT
    A deputy in Hillsborough County had to be taken from the scene of an accident on a stretcher Friday morning.
    A deputy in Hillsborough County had to be taken from the scene of an accident on a stretcher Friday morning.
  • Friday, April 5 2013 5:09 AM EDT2013-04-05 09:09:54 GMT
    The 10 houses sit in gated communities in New Tampa and Tampa Palms, and all have one thing in common: They've been broken into.
    The 10 houses sit in gated communities in New Tampa and Tampa Palms, and all have one thing in common: They've been broken into.
  • Thursday, April 4 2013 3:47 PM EDT2013-04-04 19:47:44 GMT
    A motorcyclist was fatally injured Thursday morning after colliding with a HART Bus.
    A motorcyclist was fatally injured Thursday morning after colliding with a HART Bus.
  • Thursday, April 4 2013 5:25 AM EDT2013-04-04 09:25:37 GMT
    Detectives in Hillsborough County have issued an Amber alert after a husband and wife allegedly kidnapped their own children after tying up the kids' grandmother and stealing her car.
    Detectives in Hillsborough County have issued an Amber alert after a husband and wife allegedly kidnapped their own children after tying up the kids' grandmother and stealing her car.
  • Wednesday, April 3 2013 5:24 PM EDT2013-04-03 21:24:32 GMT
    A mother red-shouldered hawk perched high up in her nest in Tampa is making it clear -- no one better mess with her babies. She and a daddy hawk are protecting their nest from unsuspecting passers-by.
    A mother red-shouldered hawk perched high up in her nest in Tampa is making it clear -- no one better mess with her babies. She and a daddy hawk are protecting their nest from unsuspecting passers-by.
  • Wednesday, April 3 2013 12:15 PM EDT2013-04-03 16:15:00 GMT
    The lawsuit between DJs Bubba 'The Love Sponge' Clem and Todd 'MJ' Schnitt may be over, but the DUI case involving Schnitt's former attorney continues. Now, we're getting our first look at his arrest.
    The lawsuit between rival radio personalities Bubba 'The Love Sponge' Clem and Todd 'MJ' Schnitt may be over, but the DUI case involving Schnitt's former attorney continues. Now, we're getting our first look at his arrest.
  • Wednesday, April 3 2013 7:33 AM EDT2013-04-03 11:33:13 GMT
    Vacant buildings, abandoned homes and other eyesores have been part of the Sulphur Springs landscape for years. But that's no longer the case.
    Vacant buildings, abandoned homes and other eyesores have been part of the Sulphur Springs landscape for years. But that's no longer the case. The city is starting a long-term project Wednesday to improve the community, beginning with the demolition of some buildings.
  • Wednesday, April 3 2013 4:35 AM EDT2013-04-03 08:35:11 GMT
    Sheriff's deputies are investigating a bad wreck in Town ‘n' Country, where a driver slammed into a building.
    Sheriff's deputies are investigating a bad wreck in Town ‘n' Country, where a driver slammed into a building.
  • Tuesday, April 2 2013 5:39 PM EDT2013-04-02 21:39:32 GMT
    A flatbed semi-truck crashed and jumped over the guardrail on the Selmon Crosstown Expressway's elevated lanes, causing delays for thousands of drivers heading into Tampa.
    A flatbed semi-truck crashed and jumped over the guardrail on the Selmon Crosstown Expressway's elevated lanes, causing delays for thousands of drivers heading into Tampa.
  • Tuesday, April 2 2013 5:38 PM EDT2013-04-02 21:38:18 GMT
    After the deaths of two students, the Hillsborough School Board is voting on bringing in a veteran educator to oversee the Special Needs department.
    After the deaths of two students, the Hillsborough School Board is voting on bringing in a veteran educator to oversee the Special Needs department.
  • Tuesday, April 2 2013 4:28 PM EDT2013-04-02 20:28:34 GMT
    Two more homes have been condemned after a sinkhole swallowed and killed a Seffner man last month, and we're getting our first look at video shot inside the home before it was demolished.
    Two more homes have been condemned after a sinkhole swallowed and killed a Seffner man last month, and we're getting our first look at video shot inside the home before it was demolished.
  • Tuesday, April 2 2013 12:29 PM EDT2013-04-02 16:29:55 GMT
    One person is dead and another seriously injured after an accident at Falkenburg and Crescent Park Drive in Brandon.
    One person is dead and another seriously injured after an accident at Falkenburg and Crescent Park Drive in Brandon.
  • Tuesday, April 2 2013 11:48 AM EDT2013-04-02 15:48:37 GMT
    Police are hoping surveillance pictures released to the public will help them find two men who robbed a woman at an ATM in Temple Terrace.
    Police are hoping surveillance pictures released to the public will help them find two men who robbed a woman at an ATM in Temple Terrace.
  • Tuesday, April 2 2013 5:06 AM EDT2013-04-02 09:06:09 GMT
    Brush fires are breaking out all over our area, so what if you're in the path of one? What steps can you take to protect your home and your family?
    Brush fires are breaking out all over our area, so what if you're in the path of one? What steps can you take to protect your home and your family?
  • Monday, April 1 2013 10:16 PM EDT2013-04-02 02:16:32 GMT
    A 6-month-old baby girl survived the crash that killed her mother Monday morning along State Road 60.
    A 6-month-old baby girl survived the crash that killed her mother Monday morning along State Road 60.
  • Monday, April 1 2013 3:46 PM EDT2013-04-01 19:46:45 GMT
    (Photo courtesy: HCFR)
    Fire crews were back in Lithia Monday, battling another brush fire. It is the second one in the past few days, thanks to dry conditions across central Florida.
    Fire crews were back in Lithia Monday, battling another brush fire. It is the second one in the past few days, thanks to dry conditions across central Florida.
  • Monday, April 1 2013 7:25 AM EDT2013-04-01 11:25:39 GMT
    Four schools in Hillsborough County will start serving dinner this week. Officials say hungry kids won't do as well in school.
    Four schools in Hillsborough County will start serving dinner this week. Officials say hungry kids won't do as well in school.
  • Monday, April 1 2013 4:46 AM EDT2013-04-01 08:46:40 GMT
    Another smoky day is in store for parts of Florida. Firefighters are battling two large, fast-moving fires in North Port in southern Sarasota County.
    Another smoky day is in store for parts of Florida. Firefighters are battling two large, fast-moving fires in North Port in southern Sarasota County.
  • Friday, March 29 2013 11:38 AM EDT2013-03-29 15:38:35 GMT
    Firefighters say the smoke alarms were not working inside a home where a man was killed Friday morning. Officials say had they been installed, this story could have been different.
    Firefighters say the smoke alarms were not working inside a home where a man was killed Friday morning. Officials say had they been installed, this story could have been different.
  • Friday, March 29 2013 9:50 AM EDT2013-03-29 13:50:31 GMT
    The person accused of shooting and killing a man at a Tampa convenience store this week has turned himself in.
    The person accused of shooting and killing a man at a Tampa convenience store this week has turned himself in.
  • Friday, March 29 2013 8:22 AM EDT2013-03-29 12:22:02 GMT
    Zach Bonner is in a glass case of emotion this week. He's living in a box at the Brandon Mall, and it's all for a good cause.
    Zach Bonner is in a glass case of emotion this week. He's living in a box at the Brandon Mall, and it's all for a good cause.
  • Friday, March 29 2013 4:19 AM EDT2013-03-29 08:19:48 GMT
    You might have seen them going up through parts of Tampa. New, and more importantly, covered bus stops. It's all part of larger plan to make riding public transit better and quicker.
    You might have seen them going up through parts of Tampa. New, and more importantly, covered bus stops. It's all part of larger plan to make riding public transit better and quicker.
  • Thursday, March 28 2013 10:40 PM EDT2013-03-29 02:40:53 GMT
    One man is in critical condition after an explosion inside a barn. The Hillsborough Sheriff's Office believes it was a meth lab. Right now they're analyzing different paraphernalia they seized.
    One man is in critical condition after an explosion inside a barn. The Hillsborough Sheriff's Office believes it was a meth lab. Right now they're analyzing different paraphernalia they seized.
  • Thursday, March 28 2013 8:20 PM EDT2013-03-29 00:20:19 GMT
    Days after a Hillsborough County special needs student wandered off and drowned in a school pond, another student had slipped away from another teacher. He ended up at home -- six miles away.
    Days after a Hillsborough County special needs student wandered off and drowned in a school pond, another student had slipped away from another teacher. He left Pierce Middle School in Tampa, and ended up at home -- six miles away.
  • Thursday, March 28 2013 5:06 AM EDT2013-03-28 09:06:57 GMT
    Construction: it's everywhere. From north to south, the Tampa Bay area is littered with it, and FDOT officials say there could be more on the way.
    Construction: it's everywhere. From north to south, the Tampa Bay area is littered with it, and FDOT officials say there could be more on the way.
  • Thursday, March 28 2013 4:52 AM EDT2013-03-28 08:52:39 GMT
    At some point -- one family member says -- you have to almost laugh. The family affected by February's tragic sinkhole lives just an 1/8 of a mile from where another possible sinkhole opened.
    At some point -- one family member says -- you have to almost laugh. The family affected by February's tragic sinkhole lives just an 1/8 of a mile from where another possible sinkhole opened this week.
  • Sunday, March 17 2013 9:11 PM EDT2013-03-18 01:11:53 GMT
    You can call it a Legendary disappointment. Passengers aboard the Carnival ship coming back with horror stories.
    You can call it a Legendary disappointment. Passengers aboard the Carnival ship coming back with horror stories.
  • Monday, February 11 2013 10:08 PM EST2013-02-12 03:08:01 GMT
    Cruises are the part of the Port of Tampa many know well. But there is so much more going on dockside. FOX 13 spent four months behind the scenes, learning how the port's many tentacles touch our everyday lives.
    Cruises are the part of the Port of Tampa many know well. But there is so much more going on dockside. FOX 13 spent four months behind the scenes, learning how the port's many tentacles touch our everyday lives.
  • Sunday, January 27 2013 2:19 PM EST2013-01-27 19:19:31 GMT
    An 83 year old pilot walked away after crash landing his experimental plane Sunday morning.

    The Pilot, Eugene Massa, of Bradenton was the only occupant of the plane.
    An 83 year old pilot walked away after crash landing his experimental plane Sunday morning.

    The Pilot, Eugene Massa, of Bradenton was the only occupant of the plane.
  • Friday, January 11 2013 7:54 AM EST2013-01-11 12:54:37 GMT
    Flying the skies at Tampa International Airport just got a lot easier for a select few.
    Flying the skies at Tampa International Airport just got a lot easier for a select few.
  • Tuesday, December 18 2012 12:50 PM EST2012-12-18 17:50:58 GMT
    The Justice Department is dropping its investigation into whether David Petraeus' mistress, Paula Broadwell, stalked a romantic rival online.
    The Justice Department is dropping its investigation into whether David Petraeus' mistress, Paula Broadwell, stalked a romantic rival online.
  • Wednesday, December 5 2012 5:45 PM EST2012-12-05 22:45:11 GMT
    In all, the jury has seen the many faces of Dee Dee Moore, who is accused of killing a Polk County lottery winner.
    She has been scolded in court for distracting jurors. She has cried. She has claimed she has bizarre medical conditions. In all, the jury has seen the many faces of Dee Dee Moore, who is accused of killing a Polk County lottery winner.
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