Kellie Cowan
Kellie Cowan is an award-winning multimedia journalist. She joined the FOX 13 News team in February 2016 and covers communities across the Tampa Bay region.
Kellie arrived in the Sunshine State by way of snowy Syracuse, where she worked as a news and sports reporter and was recognized annually by the Syracuse Press Club for her news, sports, and spot news coverage.
Kellie began her journalism career in the sports world, covering teams in both Washington, DC and Syracuse, NY before switching over to the news. While she still loves sports, she's enjoying the challenges and unique stories she gets to tackle in news and is excited to be able to be a fan once again.
A Virginia native, Kellie graduated from the College of William and Mary before going on to earn her master's at Georgetown University. During her time at W&M, Kellie had the opportunity to travel extensively through Europe. While working toward a double-major in International Studies and German, Kellie twice lived in Germany and spent a summer teaching English in Bosnia.
An avid runner and two-time Marine Corps Marathon finisher, Kellie is excited to take advantage of the beautiful Florida weather and snow-free running trails. When she's not pounding the pavement she loves to relax by the pool and check out new restaurants and breweries. She also enjoys preparing a home-cooked meal and cuddling up to a Wes Anderson movie with her rescue cat.
If you'd like to contact Kellie or have a story pitch, you can reach her at Kellie.Cowan@fox.com. You can also follow Kellie on Twitter @KellieCowan and Facebook.
The latest from Kellie Cowan
Labor Day travel costs soar as gas, airfare rise in Florida
Typically, gas prices begin to fall around this time of year as summer driving demand declines. That’s not happening this year.
Hillsborough schools expanding vaping detectors to middle, K-8 campuses
Hillsborough County Public Schools is expanding its use of vaping detectors to middle schools and K-8 campuses as the district works to prevent and more quickly respond to vaping on school grounds.
SoHo neighbors, businesses at odds ahead of $93M flood relief vote
The city of Tampa is preparing to move forward with the South Howard Flood Relief Project, a major infrastructure overhaul designed to address chronic flooding in the South Howard business and residential area.
Tampa International Airport's Red Departures drive closure: What travelers need to know
Travelers being dropped off at Tampa International Airport’s Red Departures Side will have to take a temporary detour beginning Monday.
Rays unveil community benefits plan as Tampa, Hillsborough weigh $2.3B stadium deal
The Tampa Bay Rays have released a proposed Community Benefits and Legacy Plan outlining how the team says it would invest in the Bay Area community if its proposed new stadium and surrounding development move forward.
Byron Donalds announces Sen. Bryan Avila as running mate during Miami event
Republican candidate for governor, Byron Donalds, announced Sen. Bryan Avila as his running mate during a campaign event Tuesday morning in Miami.
Bucs vs. Chiefs: What to know ahead of Tampa Bay’s only home preseason game
Football season is finally here, and Bucs fans will get their first chance to see the team take the field at Raymond James Stadium on Saturday night.
Flock adds new guardrails as police misuse of license plate readers draws scrutiny
Flock Safety is tightening the rules surrounding its vast network of automated license plate reader cameras as the company faces growing concerns about privacy and police misuse.
Dengue fever: 10 locally-acquired cases reported in Tampa Bay
Health officials are increasing mosquito control efforts across parts of the Tampa Bay area following a jump in locally acquired dengue fever cases.
Trial begins for man accused of kidnapping, sexually assaulting DoorDash driver
The trial of Joseph Killins is now underway more than three years after investigators say he kidnapped and sexually assaulted a woman who was making a DoorDash delivery.