New Haines City school 'Scenic Terrace Project' to accommodate larger enrollment of students
Northeast Polk County is one of the fastest growing communities in the nation. That growth is driving the school district to renovate old schools and to build new ones.
Police arrest attempted murder suspect caught on camera beating ex-girlfriend, good Samaritan in Haines City
A man Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd described as ‘evil’ has been arrested following an attack on a 64-year-old woman and a good Samaritan at a Haines City convenience store.
Haines City staff helps woman find unmarked grave of little brother who died five decades ago
Veronica Bermudes never would have found the grave of her little brother, Ricardo, had it not been for sharp eyes and a caring staff at city hall in Haines City.
Florida man known as ‘Pooh Bear’ arrested after chess game turns deadly, police say
The Haines City Police Department is crediting the community for helping arrest a murder suspect.
Haines City police searching for a suspect involved in fatal shooting
Haines City police is searching for 22-year-old Kristavion Jacoi, who they say shot and killed one man and injured another on Sunday afternoon.
Haines City fire chief part of team that created lifesaving devices
Firefighters are quick to respond in an emergency, but one local fire chief took his public safety efforts one step forward.
Haines City Police Department gets newly donated protective gear for K9 unit
As the Haines City Police Department grows, it’s adding new protective gear for its K9 unit on the front lines. The department received a donation of bulletproof and stab-proof vests for dogs in the unit.
Video showing Haines City officer punching armed suspect during arrest leads to investigation
The Haines City Police Department is investigating the actions of one of its officers after videos started circulating on social media of him throwing a suspect down and punching him.
Pickup truck slams through Polk County Dollar Tree
First responders were called after a pickup truck crashed into a Dollar Tree in Haines City on Friday.
Haines City homeowner shoots suspected burglar; second suspect on the run, police say
A burglar in Haines City was shot by a resident during a home invasion, according to city police. The suspect is expected to survive, but another suspect is on the loose and officers hope someone will turn them in.
Haines City’s first dog park named after fire department’s rescue ‘Ember’ who passed away
Haines City's first dog park was dedicated to a special member of the fire department who passed away.
Former Haines City math teacher accused of sexually battering a student, police say
A former Haines City High School teacher has been arrested after police say he had inappropriate sexual contact with a 17-year-old female student at the school.
Haines City to pay more than $100,000 to fix aging sewer system linked to major spill
The Florida Department of Environmental Protection is requiring Haines City to pay more than $100,000 to fix its aging sewer system. The penalty stems from a major spill.
1 Haines City officer remains in ICU after police pursuit of armed suspect ended with traffic crash
One Haines City officer was released from the hospital and another remains in the ICU following a traffic stop that led to a car crash, injuring both men inside their patrol vehicle. The suspect who fled from them was arrested after pointing a rifle at both officers.
Haines City officers injured in crash while chasing teen accused of pointing rifle at them during traffic stop
Two Haines City police officers were seriously injured in a vehicle crash Saturday while chasing a teen who pointed a rifle at them while they conducted a traffic stop.
Haines City High School reaches full capacity, no longer enrolling new students
The district recently sent a letter to parents notifying them the school is at capacity and can't accept any new students for the upcoming school year, which begins August 10.
FHP: Haines City man killed in ATV crash
A Haines City man died late Saturday night after losing control of an ATV.
Thirsty burglar raids victim’s refrigerator before exposing himself, police say
A Haines City man may have been a little parched when police say he let himself into an 89-year-old woman’s home through an unlocked back door on Monday and exposed himself to her and her caregiver.
Haines City officer shot in leg by his gun after fight with suspect, police say
Haines City Police Officer Dwight Rogers is now recovering after he was shot in the leg during a traffic stop Sunday evening. A suspect reached into the officer's holster and pulled the trigger during a struggle.
Haines City police officer hospitalized after being hit by Polk deputy's cruiser
A Haines City police officer had to be hospitalized after he was hit by a Polk deputy's cruiser while they were both responding to a domestic violence call.