Deputy-involved shooting near Lakeland leaves armed Vietnam veteran dead: PCSO
A deputy-involved shooting near Lakeland left a 76-year-old Vietnam veteran dead Tuesday evening, according to the Polk County Sheriff's Office.
A deputy-involved shooting near Lakeland left a 76-year-old Vietnam veteran dead Tuesday evening, according to the Polk County Sheriff's Office.
Multiple cows shot, killed on Polk County farm: PCSO
The Polk County Sheriff’s Office is investigating after several cows were found shot on a Fort Meade farm last month.
The Polk County Sheriff’s Office is investigating after several cows were found shot on a Fort Meade farm last month.
Lakeland commission grants Talbot House an appeal hearing for Memorial Boulevard relocation
Talbot House Ministries, a homeless services provider in Lakeland, has been pushing to relocate from downtown to a busy corridor; however, homeowners and business owners are opposed to the move.
Talbot House Ministries, a homeless services provider in Lakeland, has been pushing to relocate from downtown to a busy corridor; however, homeowners and business owners are opposed to the move.
Unidentified man shot, killed in Haines City Friday night: HCPD
An unidentified Hispanic man was found shot in the Charles Cove subdivision after Haines City police responded to reports of gunfire, according to officers.
An unidentified Hispanic man was found shot in the Charles Cove subdivision after Haines City police responded to reports of gunfire, according to officers.
Haines City family honors Mexican roots with 'Welcome to my Orchid Garden' mural
For one family in Haines City, their shop's mural represents growing their business from the dirt up, their love for their vibrant, diverse community, and their passion for the arts.
For one family in Haines City, their shop's mural represents growing their business from the dirt up, their love for their vibrant, diverse community, and their passion for the arts.
Lakeland metro area among fastest-growing cities in US, Census data shows
A recent U.S. Census Bureau report shows the Lakeland metro area ranks in the top five U.S. cities for percentage population growth.
A recent U.S. Census Bureau report shows the Lakeland metro area ranks in the top five U.S. cities for percentage population growth.
Lakeland-Winter Haven area sees population boom
A recent U.S. Census Bureau report shows the Lakeland metro area ranks in the top five U.S. cities for percentage population growth. FOX 13's Carla Bayron reports.
A recent U.S. Census Bureau report shows the Lakeland metro area ranks in the top five U.S. cities for percentage population growth. FOX 13's Carla Bayron reports.
1 person dead after semi-truck drives into log truck on US 98: PCSO
One person is dead after two semi-trucks collided with each other on Wednesday, on US 98, just north of Lakeland, according to Polk County Sheriff’s Office.
One person is dead after two semi-trucks collided with each other on Wednesday, on US 98, just north of Lakeland, according to Polk County Sheriff’s Office.
1 hospitalized in Bartow shooting near courthouse: PCSO
One person was hospitalized when shots were fired near the Polk County Courthouse in Bartow on Wednesday morning, according to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office.
One person was hospitalized when shots were fired near the Polk County Courthouse in Bartow on Wednesday morning, according to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office.
Baby left in vehicle in Winter Haven dies: Police
An infant has died after police said it was left in a vehicle earlier this week in Winter Haven.
An infant has died after police said it was left in a vehicle earlier this week in Winter Haven.
Florida blueberry harvest delayed after February deep freeze: 'You just recover and continue on'
Florida blueberry farmers are just beginning their harvest season which was delayed because of the deep freeze in February.
Florida blueberry farmers are just beginning their harvest season which was delayed because of the deep freeze in February.
Winter Haven mom watched Lyft driver leave with baby in car: Police
A Winter Haven mother had been reunited with her baby after police said a Lyft driver drove away with the infant inside.
A Winter Haven mother had been reunited with her baby after police said a Lyft driver drove away with the infant inside.
Florida men busted with weed, gun after slamming into Polk deputy’s vehicle while bolting from trooper: FHP
Two men were arrested on Monday night after troopers say they bolted from the Florida Highway Patrol and slammed into a Polk County deputy’s patrol vehicle.
Two men were arrested on Monday night after troopers say they bolted from the Florida Highway Patrol and slammed into a Polk County deputy’s patrol vehicle.
Lakeland man accused of striking Polk deputy's car, leading chase claimed to be high on meth: PCSO
A 24-year-old Lakeland man is facing a long list of felony charges after Polk County deputies say he stole a backpack, rammed a patrol car, and led law enforcement on a high-speed chase while under the influence of methamphetamine.
A 24-year-old Lakeland man is facing a long list of felony charges after Polk County deputies say he stole a backpack, rammed a patrol car, and led law enforcement on a high-speed chase while under the influence of methamphetamine.
Winter Haven brothers battle rare genetic mutation linked to leukemia
A Winter Haven family is navigating an emotional and life-changing medical journey, as two young brothers fight the same rare condition that can lead to leukemia.
A Winter Haven family is navigating an emotional and life-changing medical journey, as two young brothers fight the same rare condition that can lead to leukemia.
Florida ‘conspiracy theorist’ accused of shooting neighbor to death at Bartow apartment complex
A Bartow man is accused of shooting his downstairs neighbor to death at an apartment complex.
A Bartow man is accused of shooting his downstairs neighbor to death at an apartment complex.
Violent death investigation underway in Bartow: PCSO
A violent death investigation is underway after a man in Bartow died Thursday night.
A violent death investigation is underway after a man in Bartow died Thursday night.
Florida Poly team develops new tech that can detect microplastics, nanoplastics in water
Florida Polytechnic University has developed a modified electrochemical sensor that can quickly detect microplastics using just a drop of water.
Florida Polytechnic University has developed a modified electrochemical sensor that can quickly detect microplastics using just a drop of water.
Sheriff Grady Judd's viral recruitment message to TSA, ICE agents: ‘You'll always get a paycheck’
Amid a partial government shutdown, Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd is encouraging TSA and ICE agents to come work for him.
Amid a partial government shutdown, Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd is encouraging TSA and ICE agents to come work for him.
Armed illegal immigrant accused of attacking, chasing man at park near Mulberry: PCSO
A 23-year-old illegal immigrant is facing multiple felony charges after deputies say he assaulted and chased a man at a park near Mulberry on Tuesday.
A 23-year-old illegal immigrant is facing multiple felony charges after deputies say he assaulted and chased a man at a park near Mulberry on Tuesday.