State attorney investigates shooting of mentally ill inmate
The Pasco County Detention Center deputy who shot and severely injured a mentally ill inmate - with a device that should never be fired directly at a person - had never fired one before, according to records from the Sheriff’s Office’s internal investigation, and obtained by FOX 13 News.
The Pasco County Detention Center deputy who shot and severely injured a mentally ill inmate - with a device that should never be fired directly at a person - had never fired one before, according to records from the Sheriff’s Office’s internal investigation, and obtained by FOX 13 News.
Good Day Gourmet: Tropical sunset sherbet
It's a cool treat for these hot summer days. Vanessa shares her recipe for a tropical sunset sherbet. It works best if you have an ice cream maker, but our Good Day gourmet explains how to make it even if you don't.
It's a cool treat for these hot summer days. Vanessa shares her recipe for a tropical sunset sherbet. It works best if you have an ice cream maker, but our Good Day gourmet explains how to make it even if you don't.
Video shows corrections officer shooting inmate through cell door
Video of an inmate being shot by a corrections officer with a "less lethal" round through a slot in his cell door sparked a civil rights lawsuit.
Video of an inmate being shot by a corrections officer with a "less lethal" round through a slot in his cell door sparked a civil rights lawsuit.
Good Day Gourmet: Lumpia
This week, Vanessa shared a family recipe for lumpia, which are Filipino egg rolls.
This week, Vanessa shared a family recipe for lumpia, which are Filipino egg rolls.
Ybor City Museum State Park
Walk through the doors of the Ybor City Museum State Park and it's like you're going back in time. Dozens of exhibits in this 2,000-square-foot museum take us to a time when Ybor City was at the center of the cigar world.
Walk through the doors of the Ybor City Museum State Park and it's like you're going back in time. Dozens of exhibits in this 2,000-square-foot museum take us to a time when Ybor City was at the center of the cigar world.
Good Day Gourmet: Buffalo & Blue burgers
FOX 13's Traffic Reporter, Vanessa Ruffes, may know her way around the Tampa Bay area, but she also knows her way around the kitchen, too!
FOX 13's Traffic Reporter, Vanessa Ruffes, may know her way around the Tampa Bay area, but she also knows her way around the kitchen, too!
Good Day Gourmet: Eggs Benedict with Bacon and Arugula Salad
FOX 13's Traffic Reporter, Vanessa Ruffes, may know her way around the Tampa Bay area, but she also knows her way around the kitchen, too!
FOX 13's Traffic Reporter, Vanessa Ruffes, may know her way around the Tampa Bay area, but she also knows her way around the kitchen, too!
Good Day Gourmet: Fish tacos with radish & tomatillo slaw
FOX 13's Traffic Reporter, Vanessa Ruffes, may know her way around the Tampa Bay area, but she also knows her way around the kitchen, too!
FOX 13's Traffic Reporter, Vanessa Ruffes, may know her way around the Tampa Bay area, but she also knows her way around the kitchen, too!
Good Day Gourmet: Grilled Piña Colada
FOX 13's Traffic Reporter, Vanessa Ruffes, may know her way around the Tampa Bay area, but she also knows her way around the kitchen, too! Here's the recipe for her Grilled Piña Colada.
FOX 13's Traffic Reporter, Vanessa Ruffes, may know her way around the Tampa Bay area, but she also knows her way around the kitchen, too! Here's the recipe for her Grilled Piña Colada.
Good Day Gourmet: Grilled Pizza with Kale
FOX 13's Traffic Reporter, Vanessa Ruffes, may know her way around the Tampa Bay area, but she also knows her way around the kitchen, too! Here's her recipe for her Grilled Pizza with Kale.
FOX 13's Traffic Reporter, Vanessa Ruffes, may know her way around the Tampa Bay area, but she also knows her way around the kitchen, too! Here's her recipe for her Grilled Pizza with Kale.
Good Day Gourmet: Lobster Mac 'n' Cheese
FOX 13's Traffic Reporter, Vanessa Ruffes, may know her way around the Tampa Bay area, but she also knows her way around the kitchen, too! Here's her delicious recipe for lobster mac 'n' cheese.
FOX 13's Traffic Reporter, Vanessa Ruffes, may know her way around the Tampa Bay area, but she also knows her way around the kitchen, too! Here's her delicious recipe for lobster mac 'n' cheese.
Florida State Fair kicks off
The rides are running, the cotton candy is fluffing, and the livestock are rarin' to go: The 2016 Florida State Fair opened for business on Thursday.
The rides are running, the cotton candy is fluffing, and the livestock are rarin' to go: The 2016 Florida State Fair opened for business on Thursday.
State sues company at center of FOX 13 investigation
Attorney General Pam Bondi is suing Global Connections, saying it "allowed its Florida distributors to use unscrupulous sales tactics to induce consumers to purchase its vacation club memberships by greatly exaggerating the true savings, nature and value of the memberships."
Attorney General Pam Bondi is suing Global Connections, saying it "allowed its Florida distributors to use unscrupulous sales tactics to induce consumers to purchase its vacation club memberships by greatly exaggerating the true savings, nature and value of the memberships."
Behind the scenes of an Amazon warehouse
Amazon recently did the unthinkable. It invited us – what with our unblinking cameras and endless questions – for a peek inside its newest logistical lair.
Amazon recently did the unthinkable. It invited us – what with our unblinking cameras and endless questions – for a peek inside its newest logistical lair.
Tampa football player cleared of wrongdoing in eligibility case
A Tampa high school football player who is ranked as one of the best prep players in the country finally has his chance to hit the gridiron, after being sidelined for most of the season because of an investigation spurred by information provided by coaches at his former -- and now rival -- high school.
A Tampa high school football player who is ranked as one of the best prep players in the country finally has his chance to hit the gridiron, after being sidelined for most of the season because of an investigation spurred by information provided by coaches at his former -- and now rival -- high school.
Two Floridians get free marijuana for life -- from the feds
In 1978, the United States started the Compassionate Investigational New Drug Program. It provides medicinal marijuana to people with serious health problems for life.
In 1978, the United States started the Compassionate Investigational New Drug Program. It provides medicinal marijuana to people with serious health problems for life.
Rep. Grayson discusses campaign in U.S. House offices again
While U.S. House ethics rules do not allow representatives to use congressional resources for campaign activities, FOX 13 confirmed U.S. Rep. Alan Grayson participated in a campaign-related media interview from his congressional office on September 25.
While U.S. House ethics rules do not allow representatives to use congressional resources for campaign activities, FOX 13 confirmed U.S. Rep. Alan Grayson participated in a campaign-related media interview from his congressional office on September 25.
Mysterious texts sideline prep football player
Jermaine Eskridge, 15, is ranked as one of the best high school wide receivers in the country.
Jermaine Eskridge, 15, is ranked as one of the best high school wide receivers in the country.
Coastal Cleanup aims to keep Tampa Bay beautiful
FOX13's Care Force partnered with Keep Tampa Bay Beautiful for the annual Coastal Cleanup event on Saturday.
FOX13's Care Force partnered with Keep Tampa Bay Beautiful for the annual Coastal Cleanup event on Saturday.
Vanessa's BBQ Sauce and Ribs recipe
PEACH-HABANERO BARBECUE SAUCE
PEACH-HABANERO BARBECUE SAUCE