Execution day for ‘Deacon of Death’
FOX 13's Evan Axelbank shares the story of Sam Smithers who paid the ultimate price for the murders he's convicted of.
Tampa Bay cities join ‘No Kings’ protests this weekend
More than a dozen protests are scheduled across the Tampa Bay area, joining 2,500 community events across the nation. The post Tampa Bay cities join ‘No Kings’ protests this weekend appeared first on Creative Loafing Tampa .
Hazmat situation prompts evacuations in Tampa neighborhood
Tampa Fire Rescue crews are responding to a hazardous materials incident in a neighborhood.
Tampa woman helps families achieve dream of homeownership
TAMPA, Fla. — As the nation celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month, Tampa native Sylvia Alvarez is being recognized for her lasting impact on housing equity and financial education across the region. Alvarez is the CEO and founder of the Housing & Education Alliance, Inc. (HEA) — a nonprofit that has...
Tampa pastor arrested after pulling gun at city council forum, police say
The Tampa Police Department has arrested a pastor who was involved in an armed confrontation at a District 5 City Council community forum last week.
Execution day for ‘Deacon of Death’
Samuel Smithers was a church deacon in Plant City when he killed two women three decades ago and his execution on Tuesday will add to a record year in Florida. FOX 13’s Kellie Cowan reports.
No Kings Day demonstrations this Saturday
Demonstrators all across the country will be out on the streets for “No Kings Day” this Saturday. There are over 2,500 community events scheduled, including some in Hillsborough and Pinellas County. Eric Gerard is the co-coordinator for the Indivisible protest in Largo. He said No Kings Day is...
St. Pete Pier launches new blockbuster movie series under the stars
Free movies under the stars? Yes please. Ditch the theatre. Grab your lawn chairs and coziest blankets and head to Family Park on the St. Pete Pier to enjoy monthly film nights. Each “Movies On The Pier” event offers a family-friendly atmosphere for kids and adults alike, featuring popular movies right on the St....
Passed Out Man in Rolls-Royce Arrested in St. Petersburg on Multiple Drug and Weapons...
St. Petersburg – On October 14, 2025, at approximately 8:30 a.m., Clearwater police responded to a call regarding a man who appeared passed out in a vehicle at the Zura Apartments, 225 73rd Avenue North. Officers located 23-year-old Eric Stallings asleep in a Rolls-Royce with the driver’s side door...
Two teens critically injured in crash
Two teens are in critical condition at St. Joseph's Children's Hospital after they were hit by a truck while on their bike. Family said troopers are now looking for a white F-150 that hit the boys as they rode to get snacks Sunday evening. Evan Axelbank reports.
