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Ariel Plasencia
Ariel Plasencia joined FOX 13 in April 2023 and is excited to be reporting in the Sunshine State.
Ariel spent the last four years in Dallas, TX covering news, sports (yes, including the Cowboys), and traffic. From stories on TCU’s run in the College Football Playoff National Championship to issues with the power grid to all things barbecue, Ariel wore many (cowboy) hats during her time in the Lone Star State.
Before Texas, she worked as a reporter and anchor in North Carolina.
A Chicago native, Ariel grew up in cold, windy weather and studied math at Northwestern University in Evanston, IL. She received her master’s degree in journalism at Georgetown University in Washington, D.C.
When she’s not working, Ariel enjoys watching her Chicago sports teams (go Cubs, Bears, Bulls & Blackhawks!) with her husband and dog.
The latest from Ariel Plasencia
Tampa landmark La Segunda marks 109 years since first bakery opened
Iconic Tampa bakery La Segunda celebrated its 109th birthday Thursday.
Bradenton woman targeted by scammers out nearly $24K, Elder Fraud Unit investigating
Bradenton police are investigating after a woman lost nearly $24,000 in an elderly fraud scam this month.
Deputies shot, killed man who hit grandmother with car in Winter Haven: PCSO
The Polk County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a deputy-involved shooting that ended with a 19-year-old suspect dead in Winter Haven.
Woman started Astro Skate brawl in Brandon after teenage daughter's birthday party was canceled: HCSO
A Valrico woman was arrested for starting a brawl at an Astro Skate in Brandon after she was unable to host her teenage daughter's birthday party there, authorities said.
Inside look at what it takes to be an Amazon delivery driver
Amazon only has two specialized training centers for its delivery drivers in the U.S.: The first one opened in Colorado, and the company’s second facility is in Seffner.
'Boom by the Bay' Fourth of July fireworks celebration lights up downtown Tampa
Tampa's signature Fourth of July event, dubbed Boom by the Bay, lit up the night sky downtown with the city's annual fireworks display.
Some dogs return to Hillsborough County animal shelter after dog flu outbreak
This week, 60 dogs returned to the Hillsborough County Pet Resource Center (PRC) after all dogs were moved out of the facility to an offsite location thanks to a dog flu outbreak.
Tampa gearing up for Boom by the Bay celebration
The mayor of Tampa and other city leaders are gearing up for the annual Boom by the Bay celebration on July 4.
Tampa city council members to get $20K salary boost
Tampa City Council approved a $20,000 raise in its salary, which represents a 36% boost in pay.
Property fraud investigation extends from Bay Area to South Florida: Court documents
A 50-year-old man who was arrested in Tampa amid property fraud allegations is facing similar charges in Miami-Dade County, court documents show.