Lutz Community Breathes Sigh of Relief as Missing Teen Cayson Jinks Found Safe
The search for 15-year-old Cayson Jinks, which swept through the Lutz community, came to a close today as Pasco Sheriff’s deputies reported that Jinks was found and is now safe. Jinks, described as 6’0”, roughly 135 lbs. with brown hair, was reported missing after last being seen earlier yesterday near Thames Place.
Woman dies in late night I-4 crash: FHP
TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA)— An Orlando woman died after a crash on I-4 in Tampa Sunday night, the Florida Highway Patrol announced. Troopers responded to a three-vehicle crash in the eastbound lanes of I-4 near the Seminole Hard Rock Casino around 10:50 p.m. A Honda Civic driven by a 16-year-old from Plant City was traveling...
Two-time cancer survivor told to repay $74,000 in disability benefits
TAMPA, Fla. — In his early 20s, the hospital bed at Moffitt Cancer Center was the last place Taylor Spike ever thought he would be. “It's not like it was just, you know, some little disease. I was battling for my life at the age of 22,” Spike said.
Victim Dies From Injuries, Charges Upgraded In New Port Richey Acid Attack
NEW PORT RICHEY, Fla. – The victim of a severe acid attack has died from his injuries, leading to upgraded charges for the suspect. The incident, which occurred on Wednesday, August 21, 2025, has been ruled a premeditated domestic attack. New Port Richey Police Department officers had initially responded...
Pinellas County deputy gets a lift while chasing suspect down the street
PINELLAS COUNTY, Fla. (WFLA) — The Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office shared a video showing how a quick lift from a passing car helped a deputy catch up to a fleeing suspect. The video shows two deputies conducting a traffic stop and then beginning to search the vehicle after smelling marijuana. One of the men in […]
Florida Woman Arrested After Putting On Hot Dog Costume And TP’ing Neighbor’s House
A Florida woman has been arrested after putting on a hot dog costume and toilet papering her neighbor's house. Sounds like an interesting neighbor!. This makes me think of the popular I Think You Should Leave sketch where Tim Robinson's character crashes his hot dog shaped car into a building while wearing a hot dog...
St. Pete is named one of the best places to live in the Southeast
St. Petersburg continues to shine on the national stage. Livability has named the Sunshine City one of the top places to live in the Southeast, recognizing its thriving arts community, strong sense of inclusivity, and endless recreation opportunities. If you want to see why I Love the ‘Burg, check out...
St. Pete Police’s specialized unit works to connect those facing homelessness to resources
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (WFLA) — St. Petersburg Police are helping people facing homelessness, while connecting them with resources. For officers in the PATH Unit, it’s not so much about making arrests, these officers want to ensure this vulnerable community is connected to any resources they need, while treating them...
Clear the Shelters weekend brings record adoptions at Humane Society of Tampa Bay
TAMPA - The Humane Society of Tampa Bay is celebrating a record-setting Clear the Shelters weekend. From Friday through Sunday, the shelter was filled with people eager to adopt — with lines forming outside before doors opened each day. Adoption fees were waived for animals three months and older, and by the end of...
Man Dies After Being Struck and Thrown Off I-75 Bridge in Multi-Vehicle Crash Near...
RIVERVIEW, Fla. – A multi-vehicle crash on I-75 near the Alafia River bridge resulted in a fatality early Sunday morning after one of the drivers involved was struck by a third vehicle and sent off the bridge. According to a report from the Florida Highway Patrol, the incident began...
