Jordan Bowen
Jordan Bowen joined FOX 13 News as a reporter in July 2018. Previously, he worked for three years as a reporter for WDTN-TV in Dayton, Ohio.
While in Ohio, Jordan covered some major national stories, including, the deadly Fireball ride accident at the Ohio State Fair and the funeral of Otto Warmbier. He also got to do an interview and partake in some target practice with the world’s youngest professional knife thrower, who’s just 7 years old. (Don’t worry; he still has all his fingers).
Before Ohio, Jordan spent three years working as a reporter for KOMU-TV in Columbia, Missouri.
Jordan is a graduate of the University of Missouri School of Journalism and also a member of Investigative Reporters and Editors, Inc. While in college, Jordan served as an investigative unit intern for Inside Edition in New York City and interned for PBS in Washington, D.C.
When he’s not reporting the news, you’ll probably find him enjoying the Bay Area’s natural beauty, especially the beach.Jordan is excited to be able to call the Tampa Bay area home. He’s originally from the Kansas City suburb of Independence, Missouri. It’s safe to say this Midwestern-born, wannabe beach bum is happy to finally be living out his dream in the Sunshine State.
If you have a story idea, email Jordan at jordan.bowen@fox.com, or follow him on Facebook and Twitter.
The latest from Jordan Bowen
Coral species return to Florida Aquarium after evacuation from hurricanes
It was a special homecoming on Wednesday for some important Florida wildlife. Dozens of coral species are now back in the Florida Aquarium's care after being evacuated during Hurricanes Milton and Helene.
Tampa Bay Rays suspend new stadium plans, blame county for not securing bond money in October
The Tampa Bay Rays say plans to build its new ballpark have been halted because Pinellas County didn’t finalize bonds last month.
$65 million flood relief proposal takes center stage at Monday meeting in Tampa
Leaders with the City of Tampa are set to hold a public meeting on Monday to discuss a proposed flood relief project in the area of South Howard Avenue – one that's sparking lots of debate in the community.
Sacred Heart Festival cut short after ‘juvenile disruptions,’ Pinellas Park police say
The Sacred Heart Festival is normally a family-friendly atmosphere, but police say kids who seemingly planned to disrupt the event on Saturday caused the festival to be cut short.
Clearwater holds community meeting to discuss FEMA 50 percent rule
Whether to sell or rebuild is a question on the minds of many people in Clearwater after their homes were destroyed by hurricanes. If residents do choose to rebuild, they have to follow the 50 percent rule, which could mean having to raise their home several feet.
Good Samaritans help Hillsborough boaters after tossed from boat by big wave
A group of 13 boaters are safe after a scary weekend on the water.
Metropolitan Ministries’ Holiday Tent preparing for influx of families impacted by hurricanes
This year, the need for holiday meals for families in need is greater than usual because of Hurricanes Helene and Milton. Despite the setbacks for some, Metropolitan Ministries said their annual Holiday Tent will be ready and prepared for the influx of families.
Pinellas County saw increased flooding during Milton because of faulty water pumps
Flooding is a problem for several neighborhoods across the Bay Area, but unprecedented flooding occurred for some residents in the Spanish Oaks neighborhood of Palm Harbor.
Advocates push for cameras in special needs classrooms after arrest of Florida teacher
After the arrest of a Florida teacher accused of hitting a student with special needs, advocates are rallying for support from legislators to get cameras in all special needs classrooms.
Red Bull Flugtag returns to Tampa for the 3rd time ever
For the third time ever, the Red Bull Flugtag is back in Tampa Bay.