Man accused of federal child sex crimes may have exploited kids in Tampa, Lakeland
A Nashville man faces federal child exploitation charges as investigators search for potential victims in Tampa, Lakeland and other cities nationwide.
A Nashville man faces federal child exploitation charges as investigators search for potential victims in Tampa, Lakeland and other cities nationwide.
Lakeland cockfighting arrest: Traffic stop leads to charges against Plant City man
A routine traffic stop in Lakeland on Monday led to the arrest of a 38-year-old man after officers said they discovered marijuana and gear used for organized cockfighting inside his vehicle.
A routine traffic stop in Lakeland on Monday led to the arrest of a 38-year-old man after officers said they discovered marijuana and gear used for organized cockfighting inside his vehicle.
High schoolers train in real-world scenarios at Lakeland's High School Police Academy
High school students across the area are stepping into the boots of law enforcement officers this week during a week-long summer academy designed to build career interest and personal confidence.
High school students across the area are stepping into the boots of law enforcement officers this week during a week-long summer academy designed to build career interest and personal confidence.
Polk County firefighters battle fire at Battery USA in Lakeland: PCFR
Polk County Fire Rescue said it was working to extinguish a commercial structure fire on Combee Road in Lakeland. The building was a Battery USA store.
Polk County Fire Rescue said it was working to extinguish a commercial structure fire on Combee Road in Lakeland. The building was a Battery USA store.
Squeezing out the red tape: Modernizing America's orange juice standards to aid domestic farmers
A new Food and Drug Administration regulation will lower the minimum sugar content for pasteurized orange juice, a change that the Trump administration says will advance the "America First" agenda, officials announced in Lakeland on Friday.
A new Food and Drug Administration regulation will lower the minimum sugar content for pasteurized orange juice, a change that the Trump administration says will advance the "America First" agenda, officials announced in Lakeland on Friday.
Former Lakeland police officer accused of falsifying time slips
A former Lakeland police officer is seeing things from the other side of the law after investigators say he falsified time slips for off-duty detail assignments.
A former Lakeland police officer is seeing things from the other side of the law after investigators say he falsified time slips for off-duty detail assignments.
New Bexley Box in Lakeland to help officers comfort young victims
The Lakeland Police Department received a Bexley Box on Monday, providing essential supplies and toys to help care for kids affected by crimes and traumatic incidents.
The Lakeland Police Department received a Bexley Box on Monday, providing essential supplies and toys to help care for kids affected by crimes and traumatic incidents.
Lakeland man gets 30 years in prison for gun charge tied to Christmas Eve shooting that killed grandmother
A Lakeland man was sentenced to 30 years in prison after investigators linked him to the firearm used in a Christmas Eve 2020 shooting that killed a 70-year-old grandmother and injured three members of her family.
A Lakeland man was sentenced to 30 years in prison after investigators linked him to the firearm used in a Christmas Eve 2020 shooting that killed a 70-year-old grandmother and injured three members of her family.
Lakeland City Commission holds first public hearing on proposed data center moratorium
Lakeland city commissioners held the first public hearing Monday at 9 a.m. at City Hall on a proposed one-year moratorium on new large-scale computing facilities.
Lakeland city commissioners held the first public hearing Monday at 9 a.m. at City Hall on a proposed one-year moratorium on new large-scale computing facilities.
Red, White & Kaboom: Thousands gather in Lakeland for early Independence Day celebration
Lakeland community members gathered a day early to kick off the holiday weekend with the annual Red, White & Kaboom celebration.
Lakeland community members gathered a day early to kick off the holiday weekend with the annual Red, White & Kaboom celebration.
First public hearing on proposed large-scale data center moratorium scheduled for Monday in Lakeland
Lakeland officials are preparing to review a 12-month moratorium on large-scale computing facilities following heavy community pushback against a massive development project. The first public hearing on the matter is scheduled for Monday morning at city hall.
Lakeland officials are preparing to review a 12-month moratorium on large-scale computing facilities following heavy community pushback against a massive development project. The first public hearing on the matter is scheduled for Monday morning at city hall.
Polk County Fourth of July fireworks: Where to watch in Lakeland, Winter Haven Friday night
If you're looking to celebrate the Fourth of July a day early, you have two big options in Polk County on Friday night.
If you're looking to celebrate the Fourth of July a day early, you have two big options in Polk County on Friday night.
Florida SWAT Association holds first active shooter conference at Florida Southern College
Law enforcement officers from across the state have gathered at Florida Southern College for realistic tactical training drills. The exercises mark the first-ever conference hosted by the Florida SWAT Association to prepare teams for high-stakes emergencies.
Law enforcement officers from across the state have gathered at Florida Southern College for realistic tactical training drills. The exercises mark the first-ever conference hosted by the Florida SWAT Association to prepare teams for high-stakes emergencies.
Lakeland police urge 'Red, White, and Kaboom' visitors to prepare for extreme heat
Downtown Lakeland will transform into a massive celebration Friday as city officials prepare for up to 50,000 visitors at the annual Red, White, and Kaboom event.
Downtown Lakeland will transform into a massive celebration Friday as city officials prepare for up to 50,000 visitors at the annual Red, White, and Kaboom event.
Publix releases new limited-edition ice cream for summer
Publix has launched three limited-edition ice cream and frozen yogurt flavors to help shoppers cool down during the hot summer months.
Publix has launched three limited-edition ice cream and frozen yogurt flavors to help shoppers cool down during the hot summer months.
Orlando Health Watson Clinic Lakeland Highlands Hospital to open in south Lakeland in July
A new 550,000-square-foot hospital will open in Lakeland on July 8, marking the first healthcare facility of its kind to open in the city in more than a century.
A new 550,000-square-foot hospital will open in Lakeland on July 8, marking the first healthcare facility of its kind to open in the city in more than a century.
Permanent memorial at Lakeland sports bar preserves fallen hero Maj. Cody Khork's legacy of service
A permanent memorial display now honors U.S. Army Reserve Major Cody Khork at a Lakeland sports bar following his death in the conflict with Iran. The tribute celebrates the fallen hero's legacy alongside a growing university scholarship fund created in his memory.
A permanent memorial display now honors U.S. Army Reserve Major Cody Khork at a Lakeland sports bar following his death in the conflict with Iran. The tribute celebrates the fallen hero's legacy alongside a growing university scholarship fund created in his memory.
Federal grant funds $80K study of cracking, deterioration at Lake Mirror Promenade
Lakeland city officials are launching a 120-day structural study to preserve the historic Lake Mirror Promenade after discovering cracking, wall movement and severe water degradation.
Lakeland city officials are launching a 120-day structural study to preserve the historic Lake Mirror Promenade after discovering cracking, wall movement and severe water degradation.
Lakeland to discuss proposed 12-month data center freeze
Lakeland officials are set to discuss a proposed 12-month freeze on high-powered data centers during a crucial city commission meeting Monday.
Lakeland officials are set to discuss a proposed 12-month freeze on high-powered data centers during a crucial city commission meeting Monday.
Lakeland moves forward with drafting 12-month moratorium on large-scale data centers
Lakeland officials gave city staff approval Friday to draft an ordinance establishing a 12-month temporary pause on large-scale data centers following community resistance to a proposed development.
Lakeland officials gave city staff approval Friday to draft an ordinance establishing a 12-month temporary pause on large-scale data centers following community resistance to a proposed development.