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  • Tuesday, June 18 2013 12:14 PM EDT2013-06-18 16:14:13 GMT
    Years from now, they'll grow into the King and Queens of the Jungle, but for now, they're just darn cute. Check out the photos and video of Busch Gardens' newest residents.
    Years from now, they'll grow into the King and Queens of the Jungle, but for now, they're just darn cute. Check out the photos and video of Busch Gardens' newest residents.
  • Tuesday, June 18 2013 12:04 PM EDT2013-06-18 16:04:36 GMT
    It is the moment U.S. Marine Cpl. Thomas Thornsberry had been looking forward to for weeks: Holding his newborn daughter Abigail for the very first time.
    It is the moment U.S. Marine Cpl. Thomas Thornsberry had been looking forward to for weeks: Holding his newborn daughter Abigail for the very first time. He made his emotional return home Tuesday morning at Tampa International Airport.
  • Monday, June 17 2013 10:03 PM EDT2013-06-18 02:03:07 GMT
    The Bay Area has at least two famous pink hotels, but did you know there's a third that could become famous again, too? Residents hope to rediscover the Hacienda in New Port Richey, built in 1927.
    The Bay Area has at least two famous pink hotels, but did you know there's a third that could become famous again, too? Residents hope to rediscover the Hacienda in New Port Richey, built in 1927.
  • Friday, June 14 2013 4:48 PM EDT2013-06-14 20:48:17 GMT
    A truck hauling a bulldozer crashed off a bridge and onto the banks of the Alafia River Friday. Authorities say a mechanical failure in the truck's steering caused the crash.
    A truck hauling a bulldozer crashed off a bridge and onto the banks of the Alafia River Friday. Authorities say a mechanical failure in the truck's steering caused the crash; the driver is in the hospital is serious but stable condition.
  • Wednesday, June 12 2013 9:47 PM EDT2013-06-13 01:47:44 GMT
    Today's hackers can use their skill as a dangerous weapon. One company is working to train business owners and employees to be cyber-savvy enough to prevent hackers from getting access in the first place.
    Today's hackers can use their skill as a dangerous weapon. One company is working to train business owners and employees to be cyber-savvy enough to prevent hackers from getting access in the first place.
  • Wednesday, June 12 2013 12:00 PM EDT2013-06-12 16:00:44 GMT
    Busch Gardens expects some of their newest additions to become a 'mane' attraction this summer. Three baby lions have arrived at the park and will make their public debut soon.
    Busch Gardens expects some of their newest additions to become a 'mane' attraction this summer. Three baby lions have arrived at the park and will make their public debut soon.
  • Tuesday, June 11 2013 4:15 PM EDT2013-06-11 20:15:28 GMT
    In the battle to attract tourists, Busch Gardens is taking things to new heights -- 335 feet, to be exact. The park announced 'Falcon's Fury,' a new drop-tower attraction, on Tuesday.
    In the battle to attract tourists, Busch Gardens is taking things to new heights -- 335 feet, to be exact. The park announced 'Falcon's Fury,' a new drop-tower attraction, on Tuesday.
  • Friday, June 7 2013 10:08 AM EDT2013-06-07 14:08:53 GMT
    Tropical Storm Andrea reminded the Bay Area that hurricane season has started. Several tornados left damage as the fast-moving storm brushed by the coast. Here's a look at the scenes.
    Tropical Storm Andrea reminded the Bay Area that hurricane season has started. Several tornados left damage as the fast-moving storm brushed by the coast. Here's a look at the scenes.
  • Wednesday, June 5 2013 12:18 PM EDT2013-06-05 16:18:27 GMT
    For the first time, we're getting a look at some of the amazing unmanned devices that NOAA's Aircraft Operations Center 'Hurricane Hunter' team has at its disposal when tracking storms.
    We've long known about the storied Hurricane Hunters who fly into storms to get valuable recon data, but for the first time, we're getting a look at some of the amazing unmanned devices that NOAA's Aircraft Operations Center team has at its disposal when tracking storms.
  • Monday, June 3 2013 5:17 PM EDT2013-06-03 21:17:52 GMT
    Four llamas were evaluated Monday at a southwest Florida veterinary hospital after being involved in a crash on Interstate 75, authorities said.
    Four llamas were evaluated Monday at a southwest Florida veterinary hospital after being involved in a crash on Interstate 75, authorities said.
  • Monday, June 3 2013 4:47 AM EDT2013-06-03 08:47:16 GMT
    A quick look at an amateur video of a kangaroo hopping along might make you think you were watching something from the Australian outback. Not even close.
    A quick look at an amateur video of a kangaroo hopping along might make you think you were watching something from the Australian outback. Not even close.
  • Friday, May 31 2013 9:11 AM EDT2013-05-31 13:11:05 GMT
    Deputies have released photos from inside the operation. In all, the sheriff's office seized 160 pounds of marijuana at an estimated value of more than $600,000.
    Deputies have released photos from inside the operation. In all, the sheriff's office seized 160 pounds of marijuana at an estimated value of more than $600,000.
  • Wednesday, May 29 2013 4:57 PM EDT2013-05-29 20:57:55 GMT
    The St. Petersburg Pier, considered a waterfront icon of the city, will be closing after May 31. Here's a look back at its history and answers to some of the most commonly asked questions.
    The St. Petersburg Pier, considered a waterfront icon of the city, will be closing after May 31. Here's a look back at the history of the structure and answers to some of the most commonly asked questions about the city's plans.
  • Thursday, May 23 2013 10:12 PM EDT2013-05-24 02:12:03 GMT
    Raising a family between 162 baseball games has its challenges. But the Rays 'Super Sam' Fuld is making it work, with a lot of help from his wife Sarah.
    Raising a family between 162 baseball games has its challenges. But the Rays 'Super Sam' Fuld is making it work, with a lot of help from his wife Sarah.
  • Thursday, May 23 2013 5:36 AM EDT2013-05-23 09:36:36 GMT
    He is one of only two men in history to be held as a prisoner of war in both World War II and Vietnam.  FOX 13's Lloyd Sowers tells the story that was held secret for many years.  
    He is one of only two men in history to be held as a prisoner of war in both World War II and Vietnam.  FOX 13's Lloyd Sowers tells the story that was held secret for many years.  
  • Wednesday, May 22 2013 5:40 PM EDT2013-05-22 21:40:31 GMT
    Your refrigerator doesn't have to die young. Neither does your dishwasher.
    Your refrigerator doesn't have to die young. Neither does your dishwasher. So why do they so often fail so early in their life? Experts say improper care is the death nail.
  • Tuesday, May 21 2013 10:17 PM EDT2013-05-22 02:17:05 GMT
    It takes just a few minutes, and crooks can drive off with stolen cargo and then sell it on the black market. It's happening at truck stops all over the nation with the estimated loss at $30-billion a year.
    It takes just a few minutes, and crooks can drive off with stolen cargo and then sell it on the black market. It's happening at truck stops all over the nation with the estimated loss at $30-billion a year.
  • Tuesday, May 21 2013 6:57 AM EDT2013-05-21 10:57:40 GMT
    This year you're more likely to come across a timeshare salesman offering you a chance to take part ownership in a vacation condo.
    This year you're more likely to come across a timeshare salesman offering you a chance to take part ownership in a vacation condo. FOX 13 consumer reporter Chris Chmura looks at why they're back, and if you should take the bait.
  • Friday, May 17 2013 10:39 PM EDT2013-05-18 02:39:12 GMT
    Researchers at the University of Florida say a genetically engineered fungus could become a major weapon against mosquitos and fire ants.
    Researchers at the University of Florida say a genetically engineered fungus could become a major weapon against mosquitos and fire ants.
  • Wednesday, May 15 2013 9:43 PM EDT2013-05-16 01:43:06 GMT
    An unmanned Atlas V rocket lifted off from Cape Canaveral Air Force Station on Wednesday, hauling the latest GPS satellite into orbit for the military.
    An unmanned Atlas V rocket lifted off from Cape Canaveral Air Force Station on Wednesday, hauling the latest GPS satellite into orbit for the military.
  • Tuesday, May 14 2013 5:11 PM EDT2013-05-14 21:11:26 GMT
    During his five months in space, Canadian astronaut Col. Chris Hadfield captivated the Twitterverse with photo after photo of our home planet, taken from orbit.
    During his five months in space, Canadian astronaut Col. Chris Hadfield captivated the Twitterverse with photo after photo of our home planet, taken from orbit.
  • Friday, May 10 2013 4:06 PM EDT2013-05-10 20:06:58 GMT
    Jazz was king. The dance rage was the Charleston. But it was the fashion that defined the Roaring '20s, and those looks are back in the spotlight thanks to 'The Great Gatsby.'
    Jazz was king. The dance rage was the Charleston. But it was the fashion that defined the Roaring '20s, and those looks are back in the spotlight thanks to 'The Great Gatsby.'
  • 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.
  • Tuesday, May 7 2013 10:19 PM EDT2013-05-08 02:19:03 GMT
    Some kids and parents are still locked in a war against an enemy that's highly addictive and always changing -- synthetic marijuana.
    Some kids and parents are still locked in a war against an enemy that's highly addictive and always changing -- synthetic marijuana.
  • Thursday, May 2 2013 9:31 AM EDT2013-05-02 13:31:15 GMT
    Charley Belcher finishes up his Cool Cribs series with a tour through our biggest one yet – a $16.5 million mansion in Bradenton.
    Charley Belcher finishes up his Cool Cribs series with a tour through our biggest one yet – a $16.5 million mansion in Bradenton.
  • Monday, April 29 2013 10:19 PM EDT2013-04-30 02:19:06 GMT
    Tax breaks intended for blighted, high-crime areas in Florida are instead pouring into luxury resorts. Even the man who wrote this tax break law says it's pretty messed up.
    Tax breaks intended for blighted, high-crime areas in Florida are instead pouring into luxury resorts. Even the man who wrote this tax break law says it's pretty messed up.
  • 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.
  • Monday, December 31 2012 4:18 PM EST2012-12-31 21:18:31 GMT
    In the past two months, several Osprey have been shot around the Bay area. The latest – now recovering at Busch Gardens – was shot with a BB gun from close range.
    In the past two months, several Osprey have been shot around the Bay area. The latest – now recovering at Busch Gardens – was shot with a BB gun from close range.
  • Wednesday, November 28 2012 11:48 AM EST2012-11-28 16:48:25 GMT
    The nation has caught Powerball fever. At $500 million, it's the second highest in lottery history. Past winners of mega-lottery drawings have sound advice for whoever may win the prize this time around.
    The nation has caught Powerball fever. At $500 million, it's the second highest in lottery history. Past winners of mega-lottery drawings have sound advice for whoever may win the prize this time around.
  • Wednesday, November 21 2012 10:50 AM EST2012-11-21 15:50:47 GMT
    The Good Day crew heads out to Tampa International Airport for a Thanksgiving special.
    The Good Day crew heads out to Tampa International Airport for a Thanksgiving special.
  • Wednesday, October 31 2012 5:16 AM EDT2012-10-31 09:16:56 GMT
    The government takes noise in the workplace seriously, and health experts say the rest of us should do the same while at home and at play.
    The government takes noise in the workplace seriously, and health experts say the rest of us should do the same while at home and at play.
  • Tuesday, October 16 2012 7:45 AM EDT2012-10-16 11:45:28 GMT
    Shocking video shows a woman being rescued by subway commuters after she fell onto the tracks. It happened in Cambridge, Mass., on Sunday.
    Shocking video shows a woman being rescued by subway commuters after she fell onto the tracks. It happened in Cambridge, Mass., on Sunday.
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  • Tuesday, June 18 2013 12:14 PM EDT2013-06-18 16:14:13 GMT
    Years from now, they'll grow into the King and Queens of the Jungle, but for now, they're just darn cute. Check out the photos and video of Busch Gardens' newest residents.
    Years from now, they'll grow into the King and Queens of the Jungle, but for now, they're just darn cute. Check out the photos and video of Busch Gardens' newest residents.
  • Monday, June 17 2013 7:59 AM EDT2013-06-17 11:59:34 GMT
    Tropicana Field officially went to the dogs Sunday.
    Tropicana Field officially went to the dogs Sunday.
  • Friday, June 7 2013 10:08 AM EDT2013-06-07 14:08:53 GMT
    Tropical Storm Andrea reminded the Bay Area that hurricane season has started. Several tornados left damage as the fast-moving storm brushed by the coast. Here's a look at the scenes.
    Tropical Storm Andrea reminded the Bay Area that hurricane season has started. Several tornados left damage as the fast-moving storm brushed by the coast. Here's a look at the scenes.
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