Matthew McClellan
Matthew McClellan co-anchors weekend mornings for FOX 13 News and reports live from the field for Good Day Tampa Bay during the week.
He joined the FOX 13 team in 2019, and since then, he's had the honor of covering some of Tampa Bay’s biggest headlines, including Tom Brady’s historic move to the Buccaneers and the COVID-19 pandemic. Other memorable stories include the "Take Care of Maya" trial, the disappearance and death of Gabby Petito, the Rays ballpark saga and hurricanes Ian, Helene, and Milton.
In 2024, Matthew launched a personal finance segment called Matt on the Money, helping viewers make smarter money decisions with simple, real-world advice.
Before moving to Florida, Matthew anchored weekends and reported in Indianapolis, Richmond, and Dothan, Alabama. Originally from the Carolinas, Matthew holds a degree in broadcasting from Appalachian State University. He’s a twin — his brother Luke lives out of state — and he and his wife Noelle call Tampa home along with their two rescue dogs, Tex and Scout.
Off-camera, you’ll likely find him out for a run, experimenting in the kitchen, solving word puzzles, or catching live music at one of Tampa Bay’s local venues.
You can reach Matthew at matthew.mcclellan@fox.com, or find him on Instagram, X, and Facebook.
The latest from Matthew McClellan
Manatee County warns beachgoers after rip currents prompt 136 rescues in 3 days
Manatee County officials are warning beachgoers to stay alert after lifeguards responded to dozens of water emergencies along local beaches over a three-day stretch.
St. Petersburg may let neighborhoods block outsiders from parking on their streets
St. Petersburg City Council is set to consider a proposal Thursday that could give more neighborhoods a way to ask for resident-only parking.
St. Pete NAACP, former Bayfront nurse call for review of workplace discrimination claims
A former Orlando Health Bayfront nurse says she spoke up about a racially offensive display at work, then lost her job.
Rick Scott urges Tampa officials to review Kanye concerts over rapper’s antisemitic remarks
Sen. Rick Scott is pressuring the Tampa Sports Authority to rethink two upcoming Kanye concerts at Raymond James Stadium, saying a taxpayer-supported venue should not give the rapper a stage after years of antisemitic remarks.
Tampa school zone catches 6,000 speeders in 2 days as city weighs $100 camera fines
Tampa City Council members voted Thursday to approve an ordinance updating the city code to operate automated speed detection systems in 18 school zones.
Families feeling grocery pinch can get free weekly meal boxes for kids in Ruskin
A weekly meal-box program is now available for families in South Hillsborough County as children settle into summer break.
New colorectal cancer screening guidelines add blood test option as Florida trails U.S. screening rate
The American Cancer Society is adding more colorectal cancer screening options as millions of eligible Americans remain unscreened.
Rays' stadium funding deal advances, but Tampa City Council balks at terms
The next major step in the Tampa Bay Rays stadium push hit a roadblock Thursday at Tampa City Hall, as city council members agreed to continue negotiations but signaled they would not support the current version of the deal.
Tampa delays controversial street redesign after neighborhood uproar
People in South Tampa will get a chance to weigh in Wednesday on a plan to redesign El Prado Boulevard, a project that’s sparked a growing debate in the neighborhood.