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Evan Axelbank
Evan Axelbank joined the FOX 13 News reporting team in January 2014.
Evan is originally from the Bronx and graduated from Ithaca College on the South Hill of Ithaca, New York, with a degree in journalism and a minor in politics. Although Evan started his career in New York, working at WROC in Rochester and News 10 in Syracuse, he is no stranger to the Florida sunshine. He is also familiar with the Tampa Bay area.
He spent the last three years working at WPTV in West Palm Beach. While there, he covered presidential debates, tropical storms, the NBA Finals, and the Republican National Convention in Tampa.
Evan is an avid Mets fan, loves to read books about American history, and can be seen on the golf course in his spare time.
The latest from Evan Axelbank
Vice President Harris takes control of Democratic Party in presidential run
Florida Democrats are throwing their support behind Vice President Kamala Harris as she is on track to become the party's presidential candidate. It comes after President Joe Biden ended his reelection campaign Sunday after members of his own party urged him to step aside.
St. Pete City Council approves proposed Rays stadium in historic vote, ending decades-long saga
The St. Petersburg City Council voted 5-3 to approve a new stadium plan for the Tampa Bay Rays in a monumental decision to keep the Major League Baseball team in the community.
Tampa Bay Rays eager for stadium approval votes on Thursday
St. Petersburg City Councilors are set to vote Thursday on whether to approve a new stadium for the Tampa Bay Rays.
Trump rally shooting: Secret Service director expected at House Oversight Committee hearing next week
In the aftermath of the assassination attempt on Former President Donald Trump, the chair of the House Oversight committee announced that there will be a hearing next Monday, July 22, featuring the director of the Secret Service.
Historic week could be ahead for City of St. Pete with Rays stadium, Gas Plant District development votes
To St. Petersburg Mayor Ken Welch, the renderings of a new ballpark and bustling neighborhood are proof that the dream is closer than ever. That vision will face its biggest test in the coming days.
46% of Florida families struggle to make ends meet, new report finds
A new report says nearly half of Floridians are having trouble making ends meet – despite being gainfully employed.
A piece of Tampa wrestling history faces demolition for planned apartments
A staple of Tampa history could soon be razed to make way for new apartments.
First Lady Jill Biden visits Tampa for campaign swing through battleground states
First Lady Jill Biden is visiting Tampa on Monday and is expected to speak at a campaign event amid fallout for President Joe Biden from his debate performance.
Citrus County fire training captain dies in Fourth of July boat crash in Crystal River
A training captain with Citrus County Fire Rescue died Thursday evening after an off-duty boat crash in Crystal River, officials said.
One year later: No suspect caught in Fourth of July shooting that left 7-year-old boy dead
The family of a little boy who was hit by a stray bullet one year ago is still searching for answers.