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Ex-IRS head says he didn't know of Tea Party targeting

1:22 PM, May 21, 2013

Agency still can't provide details on who in management knew that employees were targeting conservative groups.

Yahoo's Flickr photo site gets a makeover

12:42 PM, May 21, 2013

Yahoo announced Monday a complete redesign of photo-sharing site Flickr and a new office in New York City.

More severe weather expected after monster tornado

11:35 AM, May 21, 2013

More severe weather is in the forecast for parts of the central United States already reeling from powerful tornadoes this week.

Oklahoma tornadoes: How you can help

11:32 AM, May 21, 2013

If you're looking for ways to help residents in Oklahoma, these relief organizations are working in the area.

Obama: 'Full focus' is on recovery from OK tornado

11:31 AM, May 21, 2013

Disaster declaration signed, federal aid will go to victims and tornado relief efforts.

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Boat hijack stokes tension between N. Korea, China

11:06 AM, May 21, 2013

Captain of Chinese fishing vessel says gunmen who seized vessel in Chinese waters were wearing North Korean military uniforms.

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Senators agree to expansion of high-tech visas

10:50 AM, May 21, 2013

Officials say leading senators trying to resolve a key issue on immigration legislation have agreed to a compromise covering expansion of a high-tech visa program.

Oklahoma death toll estimate revised; at least 24 dead

10:29 AM, May 21, 2013

The grim work of search, rescue and recovery spun into a second day Tuesday in central Oklahoma after a massive and murderous tornado blasted through the area, killing at least 51 people, flattening neighborhoods and destroying two elementary schools.

Caught On Cam: Woman Reunited With Dog Buried In Rubble

10:26 AM, May 21, 2013

A woman was reunited with her dog who was buried under rubble following a destructive tornado that demolished parts of Oklahoma.

Okla. residents took shelter in basements, bathtubs

5:03 AM, May 21, 2013

People took shelter wherever they could as a massive tornado descended on their Oklahoma communities Monday afternoon.

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Lawmakers say Apple dodged billions in taxes

4:49 AM, May 21, 2013

A Senate panel late Monday accused Apple (AAPL) of using what it called a "complex web of offshore entities" to dodge billions of dollars in U.S. income taxes.

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Vermont governor signs assisted-suicide bill

4:44 AM, May 21, 2013

Vermont is now the fourth state in the country that allows physician assisted suicide.

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Obama declares major disaster in Oklahoma

12:00 AM, May 21, 2013

Obama has ordered federal aid to supplement state and local recovery efforts. 

Monster Oklahoma tornado kills 51; 20 children reportedly among the dead

11:50 PM, May 20, 2013

Major damage in Oklahoma City suburb of Moore, including two elementary schools destroyed.

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AP source: Treasury told WH of IRS disclosure plan

9:48 PM, May 20, 2013

A Treasury official says the department told the White House twice that the IRS was preparing to make public its targeting of conservative political groups.

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Judge tosses ex-BP executive's obstruction charge

8:42 PM, May 20, 2013

A federal judge has dismissed a charge that is the backbone of the case against a former BP executive.

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Lew taps government retiree pension fund

8:33 PM, May 20, 2013

Treasury Secretary Jacob Lew says he will begin tapping into two government employee retirement funds to buy more time before the U.S. Treasury is faced with the prospect of defaulting on the national debt.

Police: School near Okla. City directly hit by tornado

5:26 PM, May 20, 2013

Authorities say an elementary school in an Oklahoma City suburb took a direct hit from a mile-wide tornado.

Arias trial wraps for day, continues Tuesday

4:06 PM, May 20, 2013

The trial is scheduled to continue Tuesday with Arias speaking to the jury.

20 Years Of FBI's Innocent Images Program

1:31 PM, May 20, 2013

The FBI has posted some photos of "John Does" they want you to help authorities identify.

McCain bill would create 'a la carte' cable pricing

1:05 PM, May 20, 2013

Bill would encourage programmers and distributors to unbundle their channels.

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

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

Cops: Krystle Harrison arrested for biting boyfriend's penis after being refused sex

A 19-year-old high school student has been arrested after authorities say she bit her boyfriend's penis when he refused to have sex with her.

10:12 AM, May 20, 2013

10 News Investigators: Undercover sting finds problems with plumbing company

After complaints about a Tampa Bay plumbing company, we staged an undercover sting to confirm what customers were telling us.

8:20 AM, May 21, 2013

Seffner man Ervin Washington shot and killed in driveway, wife Emon Kellar charged with first degree murder

Hillsborough County Sheriff's detectives have charged the wife of 33-year-old Ervin Washington, who was found shot to death outside their home, with his murder.

2:59 PM, May 20, 2013

Homeowners beat, kick, taze home invasion suspect

A 19-year-old suspected burglar recovers after police said he was beaten, kicked and shot with a stun gun by victims defending their home.

10:19 AM, May 16, 2013

Florida, nation await Zephyrhills Powerball winner

It was a single Quick Pick ticket sold on Saturday at a Publix in Zephyrhills that won the largest Powerball jackpot ever, according to Florida Lottery officials.

11:46 AM, May 20, 2013

Off-duty Lakeland cop arrested for battery

A Lakeland police officer has been charged with battery after authorities say he got into a road rage fight while off-duty.

10:49 PM, May 20, 2013

Seminole man - and Chiver - Steven Vaughan, claims $1M Powerball prize

The lucky Seminole resident who kept us all guessing until Tuesday after we learned a winning ticket had been purchased in Pinellas Park has finally come forward.

2:33 PM, May 21, 2013

Changes coming to Tampa's skyline; 153 stories in the works

The skyline of Downtown Tampa is growing by 153 floors. 10 News has reviewed the plans that reveal a true transformation.

7:19 AM, May 20, 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: Black bear stuck in tree in Tampa

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

Streamsong Golf Resort features unique beauty

PHOTOS: Moore, Oklahoma tornado and aftermath

St. Pete house fire: 4 dogs rescued, no injuries

PHOTOS: Dump truck vs. car crash on I-75 SB

PHOTOS: Woman Reunited With Dog Buried In Rubble

Damage is seen after a twister near Oklahoma City on Monday. (Photo: KFOR)

Oklahoma City hit by massive tornado

Manatee parents, students protest teacher pay cuts

Bill Becker, 87, of Toms River built a replica of Yankee Stadium out of 75,000 matchsticks. It was on display in the Bronx last week and will be exhibited at the Yogi Berra Museum in Montclair next.

Man builds Yankee Stadium replica with 75,000 matchsticks

Fatal shooting outside Seffner home

John Doe 19 may be involved with the attempted sexual exploitation of children and the sexual abuse of a minor. Photos of him were found on a video being traded on the Internet, say FBI officials.

20 Years Of FBI's Innocent Images Program

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