Blake DeVine
Blake DeVine is an award-winning reporter who joined the FOX 13 News team in December 2025.
A Florida State University graduate, he is excited to return to the Sunshine State and tell stories across the Tampa Bay region.
Prior to joining FOX 13, Blake reported at Atlanta News First, where his coverage of a tragic shooting at Apalachee High School earned an Emmy.
Before that, he worked as a morning reporter at KXAN in Austin, Texas. His live reporting throughout a winter storm that left thousands without power earned an Emmy.
Blake began his television career as a sports anchor at KEYT in his hometown of Santa Barbara, California. He won a Golden Mike Award for his reporting on a fast-moving fire that nearly burned down his TV station.
If you have story ideas, email him at blake.devine@fox.com. You can also connect with Blake on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
The latest from Blake DeVine
USF campus shaken after doctoral student found dead, another remains missing: 'This was somebody's life'
A major update in the case of two missing University of South Florida students is sending shock waves across campus.
Clearwater backs $30M BayCare Ballpark funding package, residents push back on National Guard Armory sale
Clearwater City Council approved funding for upgrades to the Philadelphia Phillies’ spring training complex and heard public concerns over the sale of a historic building in the city’s North Greenwood neighborhood.
Florida law will limit local green policies, environmentalists share concerns
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed House Bill 1217 into law on Wednesday afternoon in Jacksonville. The law will prohibit local and state government entities from enforcing ‘net-zero’ greenhouse gas emissions policies.
St. Pete Beach couple under investigation after heated commission meeting
A St. Pete Beach couple is under investigation following a tense exchange during a recent city commission meeting.
Florida to allow winter-blend fuel sales starting May 1: Here's what drivers need to know
As gas prices remain high, Florida is taking steps to ease the pain at the pump.
Bay Area vinyl sales spin into style ahead of Record Store Day
Vinyl records are making a major comeback, generating over a billion dollars in revenue last year. With Record Store Day set for Saturday, fans are lining up for limited releases.
Pinellas County high schools halt weapon detector pilot program after long lines, false alarms reported
Starting next week, students at two Pinellas County high schools will no longer need to walk through weapon detectors. Pinellas County Schools is pausing its pilot program only 10 days after it began.
Want $100K? Attorney John Morgan wants you to name his new Florida political party
John Morgan, a personal injury attorney and founder of Morgan and Morgan, wants to create a third political party and is offering $100K to the winner of a contest to name it.
Palm Harbor Walmart dog fight injures 3 employees, 2 others: PCSO
Five people suffered minor injuries following a dog fight at the Palm Harbor Walmart on Tuesday, according to the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office.
Trump administration proposal to use 401(k) savings for home down payments sparks debate
Buying a home has traditionally been part of the American dream. For many everyday Americans, it’s out of reach as down payments are a major barrier.