Aaron Mesmer
Aaron Mesmer is a general assignment reporter and proud member of the FOX 13 News team, where he has been telling Tampa Bay’s stories since March 2013.
A seven-time Emmy Award nominee and Edward R. Murrow Award-winning journalist, Aaron brings more than two decades of experience, along with care and compassion, to every assignment. He has been on the front lines of major breaking news across Tampa Bay and the country, often helping lead FOX 13’s coverage in pivotal moments. Just as important to him are the everyday stories that hit close to home, spotlighting the people, families and communities that make the Bay Area unique.
Before moving to Florida, Aaron worked as a reporter and anchor at News 12 Connecticut in the New York City market. He also spent more than four years at News 14 Carolina in Charlotte, NC, after launching his career in West Virginia.
Aaron earned a degree in broadcast journalism from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, along with an outside concentration in trumpet performance.
When he’s not in the field, Aaron enjoys time with his wife, Suzy, and their two children. As a family, they love exploring the Tampa Bay area and cheering on the local sports teams. Aaron is also a lifelong Tar Heels and Yankees fan.
The latest from Aaron Mesmer
Lakeland woman details grueling dengue fever recovery as cases rise
A Polk County woman is sharing her experience with dengue fever as a way to caution people, with dengue cases continuing to rise throughout Florida and in Tampa Bay.
Ybor City crash lawsuit: Legal action targets driver, police and bar
Two survivors of the deadly Ybor City crash are suing the driver who slammed into a crowd outside Bradley's on Seventh, along with the Florida Highway Patrol, Tampa Police Department and the bar.
Is renting better than buying in Tampa? New Zillow report shows over $1,000 gap
Renting a home is currently costing significantly less each month than buying one, according to a new analysis from Zillow.
Brandon cemetery vandalism: Relocated confederate statue decapitated
Hillsborough County deputies are investigating after someone cut the head off one of two soldiers on a Confederate monument at the Brandon Family Cemetery.
Hillsborough schools hold town halls ahead of half-penny sales tax vote
Hillsborough County Public Schools is asking voters to renew the Half-Penny Promise sales tax for another 10 years.
Florida ranks 12th nationwide for public electric vehicle charger access
Traveling around Florida in an electric vehicle is becoming easier as the number of public charging locations continues to grow.
Rays stadium project raises concerns about future of HCC tennis center
The proposed new Tampa Bay Rays stadium is raising questions about what could happen to Hillsborough College's popular tennis center.