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 rescue dog, Tex.
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
Gasparilla Invasion route shifted due to wind forecast
The Gasparilla Pirate Fest has announced that the pirate's invasion route is changing due to the wind forecast.
Gasparilla 2026: Cold weather prep underway ahead of potentially coldest parade in Tampa history
With tens of thousands of revelers expected to flood Bayshore Boulevard on Saturday, Gasparilla weekend is lining up to feel more like winter than a typical Tampa pirate invasion.
USF College of Nursing receives $2M gift to expand second-degree nursing program
The University of South Florida on Wednesday announced the $2 million donation, which will establish the Second Degree Nursing Success Scholarship, designed to make the college’s accelerated bachelor’s in nursing program more accessible.
Advocates head to Tallahassee to push for continued cancer funding
A bus filled with cancer patients, survivors, doctors and researchers left Moffitt Cancer Center’s McKinley Campus early Wednesday, headed for the Florida Capitol.
Professional Bull Riders' premier tour returns to Tampa after 13-year hiatus
While much of Tampa was just waking up Friday morning, crews were already inside Benchmark International Arena, laying down dirt and rolling in equipment ahead of a major return.
Hundreds of Florida line workers deploy north ahead of severe winter storm
Duke Energy Florida is sending hundreds of workers north as a powerful winter storm threatens large portions of the South and East Coast.
Florida lawmakers revisit hurricane law after critics say it froze local planning
A state senator from Tampa Bay is trying to fix a hurricane recovery bill that he sponsored last year.
AI data centers use massive amounts of power and water, Florida lawmakers want new rules
Florida lawmakers are moving forward with a bill aimed at putting restrictions on large data centers. These are massive facilities that power everything from streaming video to artificial intelligence.
Treasure Island Kite Festival returns with colorful displays and steady wind
The 29th Annual Treasure Island Kite Festival runs from January 16–18 along the beach behind the Thunderbird Beach Resort.
USF approves tuition increase for out-of-state students
USF’s Board of Trustees voted on Monday to approve a 15% increase in non-resident tuition and fees, following authorization from the Florida Board of Governors. The increase takes effect in fall 2026 and applies to out-of-state and international students.