Lake Wales crash involving 11 people, kills 4 on State Road 60: Grady Judd

11 people in five vehicles were involved in a crash that killed four people on State Road 60 East near Capps Road in Lake Wales, according to Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd.

Rollover crash on State Road 60 leaves man dead, woman and child flown to hospital

A man was killed, and his girlfriend and their 2-year-old child were airlifted to the hospital after a vehicle crashed and overturned near Lake Wales Friday afternoon, the Polk County Sheriff's Office said.

Frostproof man behind bars for Lake Wales shooting that left 1 dead: Police

A homicide investigation is underway in Lake Wales after a 20-year-old was shot and killed at a home across the street from Holy Spirit Catholic Church, according to police.

Lake Wales family rebuilding after apartment fire destroys everything

It has been two and a half weeks since an apartment fire in Lake Wales was called a total loss for a single mom and her three kids.

Florida man admits to stabbing victim with make-shift weapon he slept with: LWPD

A Lake Wales man has been charged with premeditated murder after police say he stabbed the victim with a large kitchen knife that he had attached to the end of a wooden walking stick.

Lake Wales dry cleaner punches officer in the face after threatening to kill customer: LWPD

The owner of a Lake Wales dry cleaning company was arrested on Saturday after police say he threatened to kill a customer following a dispute over services and then punched an officer several times when she went to investigate the incident.

Victim escapes being held captive during armed robbery: Grady Judd

The victim of an armed robbery is recovering from several injuries after being held captive inside a man's car, according to the Polk County Sheriff's Office.

From legacy to innovation: The McKenna family's fight for Florida citrus

Cousins Morgan McKenna Porter and Riley McKenna are the fifth generation of their family to run their citrus operation, trying to carry on a legacy that began in the early 20th century.

Lake Wales officer and K9 dragged by driver during traffic stop, bodycam released

An officer with the Lake Wales Police Department and his K9 partner are recovering at home after being dragged and hit during a traffic stop on Sunday. 

Lake Wales Arts Council creates Studio 60 class to fill need

Each year, the Lake Wales Arts Council offers summer camps for kids. During the school year, a variety of adult classes and workshops are offered.

Lake Wales considering building BMX facility

The City of Lake Wales wants to dip its toe into the sports tourism market, beginning with a unique sport that currently lacks a dedicated facility in Central Florida.