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
More young adults living with parents as first-time homebuyer share hits record low
The path to homeownership is becoming harder for many young adults, and new housing data shows the pressure is changing how and where they live.
Manatee County commissioners revisit Piney Point cleanup contract after deadlocked vote
Manatee County commissioners voted Tuesday to tap into funds held by a court-appointed receiver to cover a cleanup contract amendment at the former Piney Point phosphate plant, averting the immediate use of new local tax dollars.
Florida to launch groundbreaking newborn screening program aimed at detecting nearly 900 rare diseases
For decades, newborn screening has relied on a heel-prick blood test that identifies a limited number of serious conditions shortly after birth. While every state's program differs, Florida currently screens for 60 serious conditions and diseases at birth.
Hegseth to visit troops in Tampa, Guantanamo Bay as U.S.-Cuba tensions rise
Secretary of War Pete Hegseth is set to travel to Guantanamo Bay, Cuba and Tampa to engage with troops at the U.S. Naval base in Cuba and CENTCOM.
SoHo Business Alliance sues Tampa over flood relief project records
A coalition of South Howard Avenue businesses is taking the City of Tampa to court in an effort to obtain records tied to the controversial South Howard Flood Relief Project before city leaders decide whether to move the project into construction.
Hillsborough River boat crash hospitalizes 3: FWC
A boat crash along the Hillsborough River in Seminole Heights left three people injured late Sunday night.
Florida AG launches investigation into NFL Rooney Rule
What began as an effort to expand opportunities in NFL leadership is now facing legal scrutiny in Florida.
Julio Foolio murder: Before sentencing, Alicia Andrews’ attorneys argue conviction should be thrown out
Alicia Andrews is back in court for sentencing, but her defense team is asking the court to go much further.
USF honors slain doctoral students during graduation weekend
Graduation ceremonies are underway this weekend at the University of South Florida, where celebrations are being paired with tributes honoring two doctoral students killed last month.
Teachers’ union: Florida voucher system violates state constitution
Florida’s largest teachers’ union is taking the state to court, arguing its rapidly growing school voucher program is draining resources from public schools and violating the state constitution.