Lakeland woman accused of performing unlicensed animal surgeries, dogs found living in filthy conditions: PCSO
The Polk County Sheriff’s Office says a Lakeland woman is facing multiple charges after she illegally possessed a veterinary sedative, performed surgeries on dogs without a license and kept dogs in filthy conditions at a home.
The Polk County Sheriff’s Office says a Lakeland woman is facing multiple charges after she illegally possessed a veterinary sedative, performed surgeries on dogs without a license and kept dogs in filthy conditions at a home.
Lakeland man accused of stealing lawn equipment and power tools across Polk County
A Lakeland man with 16 previous felonies is back behind bars after detectives linked him to a string of robberies involving lawn equipment and power tools across Polk County, according to the sheriff's office.
A Lakeland man with 16 previous felonies is back behind bars after detectives linked him to a string of robberies involving lawn equipment and power tools across Polk County, according to the sheriff's office.
Murder suspect on the run following deadly shooting at Jade Fox Lounge
Police in Lakeland are searching for a suspect they say shot and killed a man outside the entrance to Jade Fox Lounge early Sunday morning.
Police in Lakeland are searching for a suspect they say shot and killed a man outside the entrance to Jade Fox Lounge early Sunday morning.
LPD Investigating deadly shooting at Jade Fox Lounge: Police
Detectives are investigating a shooting that left a man dead outside a Lakeland lounge early on Sunday morning, according to police.
Detectives are investigating a shooting that left a man dead outside a Lakeland lounge early on Sunday morning, according to police.
Florida Poly's new esports arena is about having fun and preparing students for the workforce
Florida Polytechnic University opened its brand-new esports arena on campus, which is not just about having fun and gaming competitively, it's also about preparing students for their own careers.
Florida Polytechnic University opened its brand-new esports arena on campus, which is not just about having fun and gaming competitively, it's also about preparing students for their own careers.
Construction date set for Lakeland’s controversial $22M ‘road diet’ project as design phase draws to an end
A road diet project dubbed an 'eyesore' in the Dixieland corridor is now more than halfway through its design phase and construction is expected to begin in 2027.
A road diet project dubbed an 'eyesore' in the Dixieland corridor is now more than halfway through its design phase and construction is expected to begin in 2027.
Lakeland brush fire spreads, destroys home and sheds: PCFR
Polk County Fire Rescue crews responded Thursday afternoon to a brush fire in Lakeland that spread, burning through a home and a pair of sheds.
Polk County Fire Rescue crews responded Thursday afternoon to a brush fire in Lakeland that spread, burning through a home and a pair of sheds.
Florida Poly to launch cybersecurity and AI laboratory on campus
After receiving nearly $3 million in federal funding, the security operations center on campus will be expanded with the addition of an artificial intelligence lab.
After receiving nearly $3 million in federal funding, the security operations center on campus will be expanded with the addition of an artificial intelligence lab.
Friends honor lifelong artist with exhibition in Lakeland
Two friends are honoring their close friend by displaying her creations in the exhibition "The Art of Pat Percy" at the Depot Arts District.
Two friends are honoring their close friend by displaying her creations in the exhibition "The Art of Pat Percy" at the Depot Arts District.
Snowbird Extravaganza cancels annual Lakeland event that caters to Canadian tourists
A long-running attraction for Canadian snowbirds in Central Florida has been canceled.
A long-running attraction for Canadian snowbirds in Central Florida has been canceled.
Lakeland mobile home fire leaves woman dead: PCFR
The Polk County Sheriff's Office is investigating after deputies say a woman was killed in a mobile home fire in Lakeland Sunday morning.
The Polk County Sheriff's Office is investigating after deputies say a woman was killed in a mobile home fire in Lakeland Sunday morning.
Lakeland bakery named semifinalist for prestigious James Beard award
Born and Bread Bakehouse in Lakeland is a semifinalist in the 'Outstanding Bakery' category for a James Beard Award.
Born and Bread Bakehouse in Lakeland is a semifinalist in the 'Outstanding Bakery' category for a James Beard Award.
Lakeland PD’s red-light program catching serious violations as they work to curb dangerous driving
A way that the Lakeland Police Department is trying to reduce the number of traffic homicides and crashes is by using red-light cameras, which have captured serious speeding violations and near-collisions.
A way that the Lakeland Police Department is trying to reduce the number of traffic homicides and crashes is by using red-light cameras, which have captured serious speeding violations and near-collisions.
Lakeland Habitat for Humanity launches 'legacy' home program for seniors to help prevent homelessness
A Lakeland nonprofit housing organization is launching a first-of-a-kind program that aims to prevent senior residents from ending up on the streets.
A Lakeland nonprofit housing organization is launching a first-of-a-kind program that aims to prevent senior residents from ending up on the streets.
Lovers’ Oak: The history behind tree along Lake Morton that’s been around as long as the City of Lakeland
The view of Lake Morton is beautiful no matter where you stand, but there's one spot in particular that's quite famous.
The view of Lake Morton is beautiful no matter where you stand, but there's one spot in particular that's quite famous.
Polk County deputies rescue abandoned rabbits in Lakeland field
Residents in the Lakeland neighborhood near Sligh Road and Majestic View Drive reported to deputies that someone dumped domestic animals in a nearby field.
Residents in the Lakeland neighborhood near Sligh Road and Majestic View Drive reported to deputies that someone dumped domestic animals in a nearby field.
Lakeland exhibit shows how portraits equaled power during the Renaissance
A new exhibition at The Ashley Gibson Barnett Museum of Art, "The Medici Dynasty: Renaissance in Florence", showcases how portraits were a form of currency during the Renaissance.
A new exhibition at The Ashley Gibson Barnett Museum of Art, "The Medici Dynasty: Renaissance in Florence", showcases how portraits were a form of currency during the Renaissance.
Lakeland pioneers AI sensor technology to fix crumbling roadways
The city of Lakeland will soon use artificial intelligence technology to tackle the pothole problem on our roadways.
The city of Lakeland will soon use artificial intelligence technology to tackle the pothole problem on our roadways.
Repticon brings exotic animals and education to Lakeland
If you’re into creepy, crawly animals, there’s a convention in Lakeland for you.
If you’re into creepy, crawly animals, there’s a convention in Lakeland for you.
Business donates jewelry to Lakeland teen recovering in hospital after being shot by stepfather
The owners of a jewelry business are showing their support and love to the victims of a murder suicide, including a 13-year-old who suffered gunshot wounds.
The owners of a jewelry business are showing their support and love to the victims of a murder suicide, including a 13-year-old who suffered gunshot wounds.