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Nesty, the University of Florida coach, works with top American swimmers such as Katie Ledecky, Caeleb Dressel and Bobby Finke and will coach the Paris 2024 squad.

A former star swimmer who was found dead in the U.S. Virgin Islands in February died of accidental fentanyl poisoning, police said.

American swimmer Katie Ledecky’s legacy keeps growing. She won the 800-meter freestyle Saturday at the swimming world championships, establishing two more records with the triumph. The victory by the 26-year-old Ledecky made her the first swimmer ever to win the same event six times at worlds and also marked her 16th individual world title, breaking a tie with Michael Phelps...

Here are some important swimming and pool safety tips to make the most of your summer while staying safe.

The governing body of swimming says it will set up an “open category” that will include transgender competitors.

Katie Ledecky’s 1500m victory was her 15th individual title at the world championships and equaled the mark set by Michael Phelps.

The Soul Cap initially was banned from competition, leading to harsh criticism during the Tokyo Olympics from supporters of more inclusive policies.

Nearly 4,000 people die from drowning every year in the U.S., which averages to 11 drowning deaths per day, according to the Centers for Disease and Control Prevention.

Learn how to keep yourself and those around you safe while splashing.

With people flocking to the lakes and pools to beat the heat this summer, the swimming season is in full force.

Most pools open for the season this weekend, but many local counties still need more lifeguards. News4’s Dominique Moody reports.

Experts are warning parents about common floaty and water wing myths that could put children in danger while swimming.

Three-time Olympic champion Kaylee McKeown broke the 200-meter backstroke world record on Friday at the New South Wales State Open swim championships.

The Howard University Swimming and Diving team won the Northeast Conference Championship over the weekend and set dozens of team and conference records. Senior Miles Simon broke so many team and conference records he lost track. “I honestly did. I did lose track. I want to say about 10,” Simon said. The Atlanta native also claimed gold in several events….

The Howard University swim and dive team won their conference championship and shattered dozens of team and conference records. News4’s Mark Segraves spoke to the coach and one of their standout swimmers about the win.

Howard University’s swim team is the only all-Black college swim team in the country, and they’re on the cusp of a huge achievement. News4’s Mark Segraves spoke with the coach who’s leading the way.

A change of scenery worked out just fine for Katie Ledecky. The American swimming star shifted coasts and coaches after last summer’s Tokyo Olympics.

The Olympics will allow men to compete in artistic swimming for the first time in history at the 2024 Paris Summer Games.

Director of Swimming and Diving Nicholas Askew’s induction comes as the university prepares to host their opening meet against crosstown rival Georgetown. Askew said he looks to make the sport more inclusive. News4’s Juliana Valencia reports.

Fans of the singer Lorde expressed concern after she said at a concert Monday that she swam in the Potomac River while visiting Washington, D.C.