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Tampa YMCA celebrates cancer survivors

5:04 PM, May 30, 2013

This month, the YMCA celebrates cancer survivors with LIVESTRONG, a free 12-week program for cancer survivors and their family members.

Good Samaritan Clinic provides free healthcare

5:36 PM, May 28, 2013

Good Samaritan Clinic in New Port Richey provides healthcare for people in need. Eligible residents in Pasco County who can't afford medical insurance receive healthcare treatment here and it's all for free.

Bay area volunteers build homes in Guatemala

5:24 PM, May 23, 2013

Habitat for Humanity is built on volunteers and without them it wouldn't exist.

Bay area volunteers Paddle Against Cancer

5:53 PM, May 21, 2013

 If you enjoy getting in the water, then you'll love this. One of the fastest growing sports in the country will "Paddle Against Cancer" on May 25 at The Club at Treasure Island.

Air Force vet gets new set of wheels to financial freedom

6:09 PM, May 20, 2013

She's helped to protect our country's freedom, and now she's getting the keys to her own piece of freedom... A new set of wheels.

Bay area volunteers "carry the load" for Memorial Day

6:06 PM, May 20, 2013

Although Paul Swindle isn't a veteran himself, he and his company are determined to bring back the true meaning of Memorial Day in Tampa Bay, by having others Carry the Load at this year's event at Al Lopez Park.


Students spend a day at Winter Haven Fire Station

7:32 PM, May 17, 2013

Check out how much fun they had!

Haines City students adopt Philippines' school

7:05 PM, May 16, 2013

Hearing of the obstacles students at Lubao National High School have, a local school decided it was their duty to help by raise money so they could give them the basic necessities.

Disney transforms pediatric cancer patients into princesses

6:59 PM, May 15, 2013

Disney teamed up with the Children's Cancer Center and a group called Queen for a Day.

Tampa Bay swims for cancer research

12:25 PM, May 14, 2013

You don't have to be a professional swimmer to join the race.

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.

Waterspout forms between Howard Frankland and Gandy bridges

A waterspout formed between the Howard Frankland and Gandy Bridge around 12:20 p.m. Wednesday.

1:07 PM, Jun 19, 2013

Father and son pimps Vincent George Sr. and Jr. acquitted of sex trafficking after prostitutes come to their defense

A father and son who admitted they were pimps have been acquitted in New York of sex trafficking after several prostitutes testified they were treated well.

10:49 AM, Jun 19, 2013

Jennifer Odom Murder Case: Detectives search lake for potential new evidence

A large object is expected to be pulled out of Lake Jovita on Wednesday.

7:24 AM, Jun 19, 2013

Video captures man brutalizing, having sex with horse

A Florida woman claims a man tortured and sexually abused her miniature horses. Now, she's hoping surveillance video of the attacks will help send the suspect to prison for a long time.  

10:21 AM, Jan 2, 2013

4 charged in Ohio with enslaving mother, daughter

A disabled mother and her 6-year-old daughter were discovered being held captive in an Ohio home for two years.

4:20 PM, Jun 18, 2013

Do My Job: Radio Host

My wife once asked me (while I was working for ESPN radio), "How can you talk and talk and talk about sports all day?"  Well, it was easy.  It was something I loved to do. 

4:27 AM, Jun 19, 2013

TWA Flight 800 Documentary Features Former Crash Investigators Claiming NTSB Findings 'Falsified'

Former investigators of the TWA Flight 800 crash off Long Island are calling on the National Transportation Safety Board to re-examine the case.

10:55 AM, Jun 19, 2013

Largo KinderCare on probation after leaving baby behind

It's an almost unbelievable case of alleged child neglect in Pinellas County.

5:41 PM, Jun 18, 2013

'America's Most Wanted' fugitive, Brett David Bowyer, captured after violating Florida's Move Over Law

A bit of careless driving is what ultimately led to the capture of one the country's most wanted criminals on June 12.

5:19 PM, Jun 18, 2013

Gun found by boy in Ybor theater belongs to Hillsborough detective Luke Hussey

10 News first broke the story and has learned the weapon was accidentally left behind by a 38-year-old off-duty Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office detective.

10:53 AM, Jun 19, 2013

Ireland Nugent takes her first steps on prosthetic legs

George Zimmerman arrives with co-counsel Don West for jury selection in Seminole circuit court June 10, 2013 in Sanford, Florida.(Photo: Pool photo by Joe Burbank)

George Zimmerman Trial: Jury selection

2013 Hooters International Swimsuit Pageant

Photo of a handgun that was found on Trayvon Martins cell phone.

George Zimmerman's lawyers release new Trayvon photos

Bikini Bike Wash in Pensacola

Mason: His baseball IQ is incredible and hes an attractive boy with confidence.

2013 Rays Kid Reporter Entries

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

Internet mugshot sensation sets record straight

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

An hour north of Tampa, the Weeki Wachee Springs State Park has been entertaining families with underwater Mermaid shows for nearly 60 years. (AP Photo)

'Real' mermaids swimming in Weeki Wachee

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

Jennifer Odom

Cold Case of murdered Florida girl Jennifer Odom

Tammie Fields pictures

Waterspout between Gandy, Howard Frankland bridges

Man's Post-It Note Proposal

Indianapolis Colts cheerleaders go to Michigan for calendar shoot

From left: Amanda Berry, Gina DeJesus and Michelle Knight

3 Ohio women found alive after disappearing 10 years ago

Kaitlyn Hunt in an undated personal photo. Credit: CBS News/Facebook

Florida teen Kaitlyn Hunt arrested for underage same-sex relationship

F-word, profanity found on sports bar receipt

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