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Local bikers donate computers to students in need

7:05 PM, May 10, 2013

They may look like typical bikers, but what they do off their bikes is helping to make learning for children a little easier.

5th graders developing next clean energy source

5:21 PM, May 9, 2013

Edward Hashey and his students recently won $1,000 from the Pollination Project, which awards seed grants for people who are making a difference in their communities.

Red Elephant Cafe helps local charity

4:56 PM, May 8, 2013

For the month of May the restaurant has a special breakfast menu filled with some of the traditional items but with a homemade twist -- and it's all for charity.

Moffitt nurse uses own cancer battle to relate to patients

12:24 PM, May 7, 2013

One of this year's Miles for Moffitt participants is a Moffitt Cancer Center nurse whose life was saved thanks to a bone marrow transplant at the same place where she now helps other cancer patients recover. 

Making a Difference: 13th Avenue Dream Center

8:00 PM, May 3, 2013

13th Avenue Dream Center is making a significant difference by positively impacting the lives of many children.

Making a Difference: Reactory Factory

7:53 PM, May 2, 2013

The show consists of two characters, DJ Dan and Dr. Reacto, whose goal is to make learning fun.

Librarian helps evolve local library

8:39 PM, May 1, 2013

A librarian for 25 years, Lois Eannel still loves what she does and she's as excited as she was the very first day she started the job.

Hakken case highlights need for YMCA caregiver program

8:14 PM, Apr 24, 2013

When Cole and Chase Hakken were allegedly kidnapped by their own parents earlier this month, it highlighted some of the hurdles that relatives and other caregivers can face in protecting children who are in their custody.

Civil Rights honoree making a difference locally

6:45 PM, Apr 23, 2013

Margarita Romo, known for her efforts in the migrant community, is about to be inducted into Florida's Civil Rights Hall of Fame.

USF's Suit-a-Bull helps students dress for the interview

6:52 PM, Apr 22, 2013

They're stylin' and smilin'. Dressed to the nines. Ready to embark on their future. And now, they have a nice outfit to wear.

Making a Difference: Belle of the Ball

4:29 PM, Apr 18, 2013

Susan Schwartz started an organization that would collect dresses and distribute them free of charge to underprivileged girls: Belle of the Ball was born.

'Ryan's Run' supports scholarships, fallen officer fund

3:55 PM, Apr 11, 2013

Ryan's Run helps raise spirits, and also raise money for the the police memorial fund, along with college scholarships for students who are as passionate about running as Ryan was.

'Hiring Our Heroes' helps veterans find jobs

3:46 PM, Apr 10, 2013

In less than two years, "Hiring Our Heroes" says it's helped more than 18,000 veterans and military spouses find work.

Kathleen Elementary honored for positive behavior program

11:17 AM, Apr 9, 2013

The state's Positive Behavior Support Projects encourages good behavior in students through rewards rather than punishments.

Kuwaitis benefit from Tampa surgeon

7:02 PM, Apr 8, 2013

A local doctor is taking his skills half a world away to help people with back and neck problems.  Dr. Steven Barna takes us to Dasma, Kuwait.

HOPE Autism Foundation benefit at local restaurant

10:08 AM, Apr 6, 2013

Come out to Buffalo Wild Wings in Trinity, Saturday April 6, and help raise money for a great local Autism awareness foundation.

Making a Difference through a loss

7:14 PM, Apr 5, 2013

A Bay area woman is getting the word out about a rare disorder to help other families.

Musicians help local programs through Operation Coexist

5:57 PM, Apr 4, 2013

Local and national acts are taking to the stage in Downtown St. Pete for a good cause.

Photographers volunteer to make pets picture purr-fect

5:41 PM, Apr 3, 2013

It takes props and plenty of patience to capture the perfect picture... especially when you're trying to photograph a dog.

'Lamplighters' brighten kids' faces through generosity

4:18 PM, Apr 1, 2013

On Thursday, April 4, from 6 - 10 p.m., "Lights, Fashion, Hope" is taking over Saks Fifth Avenue at Westshore Plaza to raise money for children's programs at Metropolitan Ministries and Joshua House.

Lakeland family kite boards for a cause

7:21 PM, Mar 29, 2013

"Making a Difference" is a family affair for the Russell's of Lakeland. They're going a great distance and to "new heights" to help children in Africa.

Making a Difference: Circle B Reserve volunteer

3:52 PM, Mar 26, 2013

They call him the "go to" guy, when it comes to tours. Ben Bindschadler volunteers countless hours for the reserve. Bennie loves to educate as well as humor his guests.

Ty the tiger has surgery to remove giant, four-pound hairball

It's a typical story of a cat with a hairball, only the cat weighs approximately 400 pounds, and what seems to be a giant hairball, is too big to be removed without surgery.

6:32 AM, May 23, 2013

Florida Lottery prepares for $590M Powerball winner

The Florida Lottery prepares to greet the winner of the $590 million Powerball jackpot.

2:50 PM, May 22, 2013

Hulk Hogan does the weather at 10 News, Brother!

Our buddy Hulk Hogan dropped by 10 News today, delivered the weather forecast with Bobby Deskins, and talked traffic with Holley Sinn. You're gonna LOVE this, Brother!

12:03 PM, May 22, 2013

Mysterious respiratory disease infects 7 in southeast Alabama, 2 dead

A mysterious respiratory illness of unknown origin has killed two people in southeast Alabama and put five more in the hospital.

1:12 PM, May 22, 2013

Oklahoma tornado victim search efforts winding down

After nearly 24 hours of searching, the fire chief said he was confident there were no more bodies or survivors in the rubble.


8:56 AM, May 22, 2013

St. Pete woman, 63, in critical condition after brutal break-in

When her son Mickey returned home, he found his mother laying on the floor, severely beaten, and unable to respond to his questions...

8:23 AM, May 23, 2013

Florida quietly shortened yellow light standards & lengths, resulting in more red light camera tickets for you

The 10 News Investigators discovered FDOT and local cities have been working together to shorten some of the yellow lights across the state, resulting in many more red-light camera tickets.

11:01 PM, May 19, 2013

Kaitlyn Hunt support grows online; 18-year-old facing sex charges for relationship with 14-year-old girl

A Florida man says a case of love versus the law has left his daughter, a high school student, facing criminal charges that could land her in prison and require her to register as a sex offender.

9:47 AM, May 21, 2013

Smell, flies lead to 30 animals rescued from feces-filled Pasco County home in Holiday

We should learn more today about what will happen to around 30 emaciated animals rescued from a home in Pasco County.

7:32 AM, May 23, 2013
Max Walker was mowing the lawn in the area of Lithia Pinecrest and Dew Bloom Roadson May 20, 2013 just before storms crept in and knocked a tree down.

PHOTOS: Strong storms bring hail and damage to Tampa Bay

Jason Leon holds an 18+ foot python he captured and killed in Miami-Dade County.

Record-breaking python caught in Florida

Internet mugshot sensation sets record straight

PHOTOS: Hulk Hogan on the Morning Show

Ireland Nugent plays in her hospital room with her father Jeremiah. Photo courtesy the Tampa Bay Times.

Ireland Nugent continues her recovery

Bikini Bike Wash in Pensacola

SPC Jason P. Fischer, Army Infantry, 4/2 Stryker Brigade.  They were the last ones to vacate Iraq. This is him leaving for his second and last tour.  Pictured with his two sons Braiden and Sean. He was stationed out of Fort Lewis in Washington State.

Pictures: 10 News Salutes Our Troops and Veterans

Rehabs.com, a nationwide directory of rehabilitation centers, compiled mug shots of methamphetamine addicts to show how the progression of drug abuse impacted their looks over a relatively short period of time. Pictured here is meth abuser Andrew at age 18 (left) and age 25.

Meth's devastating effects: Before and after

2012 Hooters International Swimsuit Pageant

Pet Paparazzi

Police Photo showing George Zimmers appearance on the night of the Trayvon Martin shooting

Trayvon Martin crime scene and George Zimmerman injury photos

NFL Cheerleaders

2012 Tampa Bay Buccaneers Cheerleaders

10 News spotted the Mystery Monkey of Tampa Bay for ourselves. The animal acted very aggressive toward our cameras.

Mystery Monkey of Tampa Bay

Cincinnati Bengals cheerleader Sarah Jones between routines against the Carolina Panthers on Oct. 22, 2006, in Cincinnati, Ohio. (AP Photo)

Ex-Bengals cheerleader Sarah Jones charged in student sex case

Lesley Hunt, marijuana possession

Mug Shots: Notorious Women

Mug Shot Roundup

Ex-Charlie Sheen Goddess Bree Olson

Florida teen Trayvon Martin killed by neighborhood watch volunteer

Naughty School Girl Night

Christina Clark. Charges:
Solicit prostitution - oral sex for $300; Possession of Cocaine. Summary: Single - Unemployed

78 arrested in Polk online prostitution bust

The Redneck Yacht Club

Sydney Spies, teen with racy yearbook photo, arrested

Luscious Ladies of Red Bull

Mug Shots: T-Shirts

Casey Anthony Before Photos

A crime scene photo admitted into evidence shows the wooded area where Caylee Anthonys body was found.

Caylee Anthony Crime Scene Photos (Warning: Graphic content)

Athlete Arrests

Prostitution Arrests

Alligator Roundups

When bears find easy food sources, like trash cans that are not secured, they tend to return time after time and can get into trouble. Photo courtesy FWC

Record Florida black bear, 620 pounds, captured and relocated

Pasco Animal Services caring for dozens of animals seized

Courtesy: http://www.urbanoutfitters.com

PHOTOS: Urban Outfitters prescription line

Service goat saves woman from seizures

Carrie Marcink, 28, was arrested in Pinellas County on charges of home invasion robbery and attempted 1st degree murder after reportedly conspiring to break in to a home and brutally beat a 63-year-old woman.

PHOTOS: Woman, 63, in critical condition after brutal break-in

Stacy Jo Bumgarner, 28, arrested for reportedly posting on-line ads for prostitution of minors, and telling the victims what to do and how much to charge.

3 arrested in teenage prostitution ring

Hurricane evacuation signs can be found all over Gulfport!

Behind the scenes WTSP's 2013 Hurricane Special!

Tiger needs surgery to remove hairball

Behind the Scenes: The Look for Less

U-Haul full of animals abandoned outside Publix

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