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What's really in pepper spray?

Pepper spray is supposed to be a safe option for law enforcement, but how safe is it? Surprisingly, even law enforcement can't even tell you exactly what's in

States take aim at Florida's gun permits

It's easier than ever to carry a concealed weapon in this country, and a large number of handgun owners are getting permission from Florida -- even gun owners

Bill would create tougher penalties for fleeing accident scenes

When you get in an accident and hit somebody, you're supposed to stay at the scene to make sure they're alright. But we know not everybody follows the law.

Gov. wants more info on inmate's pepper-spray death

Governor Rick Scott is asking the Florida Department of Law Enforcement to provide him with more information about the death of man who was repeatedly

State shuts down Whitney Enterprises for alleged overprescribing

The state Surgeon General on Thursday shut down a Pinellas County pain clinic accused of prescribing potentially lethal doses of oxycodone. It's the same

Photo shows pepper-sprayed prisoner

A picture of 62-year-old Nick Christie could be worth thousands of dollars when a jury sees it. The photo shows the Ohio man restrained inside the Lee County

Pain clinic investigators have eyes on doctor, rapper

Lance Whitney is an entrepreneur who owns Whitney Enterprises Health and Wellness. He has a second interest as well - making rap videos. In one of his songs,

Burned by Citizens

When fire ripped though their home, they thought they were covered. After all, they had insurance and it was ruled an accident. But investigative reporter Doug

Questions surround 4-year-old's tragic death

“They laughed at me.” That’s what Tracey Strass said doctors did when she was concerned about her daughter’s health. But it turned it was no laughing matter. A

Small drone, massive security breach

You can buy just about anything on eBay these days, but investigators with Homeland Security Investigations in Tampa couldn't believe what one man was selling

Bill would increase penalty for drivers who flee scene of serious crashes

After seeing a story done by FOX 13, a state senator filed a bill that would increase the penalty for drivers who left the scene of a serious car crash.

How much cash goes to help veterans?

You may have seen them walking through traffic, collecting cash for the Disabled Veterans Foundation. But is the group making the most of the donations? A

No discounts for traffic school

State law is clear, but it's catching a lot of drivers off guard: back in 2009, state lawmakers eliminated discounts for drivers who attend traffic school.

Burglars break into houses tented for termites

Police say the burglars are breaking into homes that have been tented for termites and stealing a lot of valuable items.
 

School board chair reacts to trips

Should the Manatee County School District be spending tens of thousands of dollars to send kids overseas to international competitions?

The $64,000 field trip

Kids are back in school and some might be feeling the pinch as districts work to cut costs. But in Manatee County, a select few students are getting ready for

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