Mariah Harrison

Tampa

Anchor and Reporter at WTVT-TV (Tampa, FL)

Weekend Anchor and Reporter at WLNS-TV (Lansing, MI)

Articles

'Brooke's Law' awaits governor's signature. Here's how it targets 'deepfakes'

2 weeks ago | fox13news.com | Mariah Harrison

A bill dubbed "Brooke's Law" awaits the signature of Gov.
University of Florida presidential pick faces final vote amid growing GOP opposition

3 weeks ago | fox13news.com | Mariah Harrison

The University of Florida's pick to become the institution's president faces a critical final vote from the Florida Board of Governors as more Republicans come out against his appointment. Who is Dr. Santa Ono? The backstory: Dr. Santa J. Ono served as president of the University of Michigan from October 2022 until May 2025, when the UF Board of Trustees unanimously approved his appointment to the post.
Lakeland leaders to vote on school speed zone cameras. Here's where they would go

3 weeks ago | fox13news.com | Mariah Harrison

Commissioners in Lakeland are set to vote Monday on a plan to install cameras aimed at cutting down on speeding in several school zones. If approved, cameras would be placed near the following eight schools: Lincoln AcademyCrystal Lake ElementaryPhilip O'Brien ElementarySouthwest MiddleNorth Lakeland ElementaryLakeland HighLakeland Highlands MiddleSleepy Hill Elementary Pictured: Speed camera in a school zone.
Could Cross Bay Ferry return? PSTA to vote on $5M plan

1 month ago | fox13news.com | Mariah Harrison

Several weeks after the Cross Bay Ferry made its final trip between Tampa and St. Petersburg, leaders in Pinellas County plan to vote Wednesday on a plan to bring the popular commuter service back. Ferry service ends early The backstory: The Cross Bay Ferry gained popularity as a way to travel across Tampa Bay, with a record of more than 72,000 riders using the ferry last year. Pictured: Cross Bay Ferry.
'100 Deadliest Days' for teen drivers underway, AAA says. Here's what to know

1 month ago | fox13news.com | Mariah Harrison

This week marks the start of what AAA calls the "100 Deadliest Days of Summer" – the period between Memorial Day and Labor Day during which the auto club says there's a big increase in deadly crashes involving teen drivers. Why you should care: With students across the country getting out of school for the summer in the coming weeks, teens are driving more often and for longer periods of time.
'100 Deadliest Days' for teen drivers underway, AAA says. Here's what to know

1 month ago | yahoo.com | Mariah Harrison

The BriefThe period between Memorial Day and Labor Day marks the "100 Deadliest Days of Summer" for teen drivers. AAA and the Florida Department of Transportation say driving behavior is critical when it comes to avoiding crashes. As of 2024, more than 205,000 Florida teens between the ages of 15 and 19 were driving with a learner's permit. TAMPA, Fla.
St. Pete to resume late water bill fee collection. Here's what to know

1 month ago | fox13news.com | Mariah Harrison

Months after the City of St. Petersburg suspended some fees when residents reported skyrocketing water bills following last year's hurricanes, normal billing is set to resume on June 1. High water bill complaints The backstory: In the months following the devastating 2024 hurricanes, St. Pete leaders received many complaints from homeowners who said they faced extremely high water bills – some totaling thousands of dollars.
Hope Florida under investigation as the first couple touts the state program

1 month ago | fox13news.com | Mariah Harrison

The Leon County State Attorney's Office has launched an investigation related to Hope Florida, a foundation linked to Florida First Lady Casey Desantis. What is Hope Florida? Hope Florida promotes connections to community programs and faith-based institutions as pathways to wean individuals off government assistance. Why is Hope Florida under investigation? Details on the investigation are limited, but it seems that findings from a separate investigation in Florida's capital could play a role.
Hope Florida under investigation as the first couple touts the state program

1 month ago | yahoo.com | Mariah Harrison

The BriefHope Florida is being investigated by the Leon County State Attorney’s Office. Weeks ago, House Health Care Budget Chairman and Rep. Alex Andrade R-Pensacola, wrapped up a committee investigation scrutinizing the program and its nonprofit foundation, which gave $10 million from a state Medicaid settlement to two nonprofits.
Smoking may be banned on Gulfport beaches

1 month ago | fox13news.com | Mariah Harrison

Cigarette butts in the sand and smoke in the air aren’t the way city council members want visitors to think about Gulfport public beaches. Local perspective: On Tuesday, there will be a second reading and vote on a proposed ordinance to ban cigarettes, electronic cigarettes, and tobacco products on Gulfport public beaches. It appears the proposed ordinance does allow an exception for unfiltered cigarettes.