Killer bees were first imported to the Americas in 1956, bringing them to Brazil with the idea of cross-breeding them with local populations of honey bees to increase honey production.

In 1979, Texas Democratic state senators fled the Capitol to break a quorum to block an election bill from getting voted on.

Africanized honey bees, often referred to as "killer bees," are now found in 13 states and are slowly spreading northward, attacking people, livestock and pets along the way.

Africanized honey bees, often called "killer bees," are now found in 13 states, including Mississippi. This invasive species is spreading into new areas, leaving a trail of death and heartbreak.

COMANCHE, Texas — Known for their ferocity, Africanized honeybees, or “killer bees”, were first bred in Brazil in 1956 to boost honey production in warm climates, but quickly gained ...

These "killer bees" are spreading north from the South and Southwest, posing a danger to people, livestock and pets. They attack in larger groups and pursue intruders over longer distances than ...

Africanized honeybees, also known as "killer bees," have spread to 13 states, including Alabama, posing threats to people and animals. Here's what to know about Africanized honeybees and their ...

LEHI, Utah ( KTVX) — Richard Mockabee, 78, is recovering from being stung over 500 times by “killer” bees. His family says he ...

An angry swarm of killer bees attacked and ultimately killed a trio of prized rodeo horses on a central Texas ranch, officials said. The bees also attacked the horses’ owners in the May 9 ...

An angry swarm of killer bees attacked and ultimately killed a trio of prized rodeo horses on a central Texas ranch, officials said. The bees also attacked the horses’ owners in the May 9 ...

An angry swarm of killer bees attacked and ultimately killed a trio of prized rodeo horses on a central Texas ranch, officials said. The bees also attacked the horses’ owners in the May 9 ...