Police investigating fatal Lakeland crash
A 28-year-old man is dead after crashing into the back of a parked semi-truck Sunday morning, according to the Lakeland Police Department.
A 28-year-old man is dead after crashing into the back of a parked semi-truck Sunday morning, according to the Lakeland Police Department.
Polk teacher accused of inappropriate sexual conduct with 2 students; deputies concerned about more victims
Deputies arrested a teacher at a private school in Lakeland after two students accused him of inappropriate sexual conduct, and investigators are concerned there may be additional victims at the school.
Deputies arrested a teacher at a private school in Lakeland after two students accused him of inappropriate sexual conduct, and investigators are concerned there may be additional victims at the school.
How to help families through ‘March for Babies’ walks
Help save lives of premature babies and prevent birth defects by participating in a March of Dimes ‘March for Babies’ walk.
Help save lives of premature babies and prevent birth defects by participating in a March of Dimes ‘March for Babies’ walk.
Lakeland officials hope artificial intelligence will prevent traffic crashes
Lakeland is using artificial intelligence to hopefully cut down on traffic crashes.
Lakeland is using artificial intelligence to hopefully cut down on traffic crashes.
Accused Capitol rioter wants to cut ties with Lakeland group before heading to trial
Federal prosecutors said accused Capitol rioter Joshua Doolin wants to cut ties with his co-defendants. There were four others in a Lakeland group accused of being at the Capitol riot, and one is still on the run.
Federal prosecutors said accused Capitol rioter Joshua Doolin wants to cut ties with his co-defendants. There were four others in a Lakeland group accused of being at the Capitol riot, and one is still on the run.
Look out for the Thunderbirds: Sun 'n Fun Expo returns to Lakeland
With the return of Sun 'n Fun, thousands of planes are going to be landing and taking off from the Lakeland Linder International Airport.
With the return of Sun 'n Fun, thousands of planes are going to be landing and taking off from the Lakeland Linder International Airport.
Sun 'N Fun Aerospace Expo expected to make full recovery in Lakeland
The event was canceled back in 2020 due to the coronavirus pandemic, and it was held with restrictions last year. This year, it's expected to make a full recovery.
The event was canceled back in 2020 due to the coronavirus pandemic, and it was held with restrictions last year. This year, it's expected to make a full recovery.
Polk family of landfill worker killed on-the-job demands charges against bulldozer operator
Loved ones of Aaron Henderson say his tragic death at a Polk County landfill was more than just an accident -- but rather negligence and something that could have been avoided. They are asking for the bulldozer operator to face charges.
Loved ones of Aaron Henderson say his tragic death at a Polk County landfill was more than just an accident -- but rather negligence and something that could have been avoided. They are asking for the bulldozer operator to face charges.
Search intensifies for Lakeland man wanted in Jan. 6 Capitol riot
A reward of up to $15,000 is being offered for information that lead's to the arrest of 23-year-old Jonathon Pollock. He is currently wanted on federal charges for his involvement in the Jan. 6 Capitol riot.
A reward of up to $15,000 is being offered for information that lead's to the arrest of 23-year-old Jonathon Pollock. He is currently wanted on federal charges for his involvement in the Jan. 6 Capitol riot.
Lakeland school for girls closes two years after student's death; parents announce planned lawsuit
The death of 17-year-old Naomi Wood at Lakeland Girls Academy was made public last year after an investigation showed she complained about stomach pains in the weeks before but was denied access to a doctor.
The death of 17-year-old Naomi Wood at Lakeland Girls Academy was made public last year after an investigation showed she complained about stomach pains in the weeks before but was denied access to a doctor.
‘Things are finally getting back to normal’: Businesses benefit as spring training returns to Bay Area
Spring training is back, and so are the crowds, which means big bucks for area businesses.
Spring training is back, and so are the crowds, which means big bucks for area businesses.
Carbon monoxide at Lakeland hotel sends 8, including children, to hospital
Four adults and four kids staying at the Sleep Inn and Suites in Lakeland, were taken to the hospital on Sunday after being exposed to carbon monoxide.
Four adults and four kids staying at the Sleep Inn and Suites in Lakeland, were taken to the hospital on Sunday after being exposed to carbon monoxide.
Lakeland man wins $5 million from scratch-off lotto ticket
A Lakeland man is now a multi-millionaire after he bought a $20 scratch-off lotto ticket -- and won $5 million.
A Lakeland man is now a multi-millionaire after he bought a $20 scratch-off lotto ticket -- and won $5 million.
Retired Polk County physician on-hand to help in Ukraine
A retired Lakeland doctor with ties to Ukraine is possibly risking her life by volunteering to help victims of violence in a restaurant turned makeshift medical facility about 30 miles southwest of Kyiv.
A retired Lakeland doctor with ties to Ukraine is possibly risking her life by volunteering to help victims of violence in a restaurant turned makeshift medical facility about 30 miles southwest of Kyiv.
Woman whose grandfather was lynched searching for descendants of Polk County lynching victims
Cars and trucks zip by the Peace River Bridge on State Road 60 just east of Bartow as Doris Moore-Bailey stands on the bank pondering the gruesome thought of lynchings that happened on that site.
Cars and trucks zip by the Peace River Bridge on State Road 60 just east of Bartow as Doris Moore-Bailey stands on the bank pondering the gruesome thought of lynchings that happened on that site.
Family hopes for more explanation about how father of 3 was crushed by bulldozer at Polk County landfill
A father of three whose family said recently turned his life around was killed Friday evening while inside a portable restroom, crushed by a bulldozer on the site of a Polk County landfill.
A father of three whose family said recently turned his life around was killed Friday evening while inside a portable restroom, crushed by a bulldozer on the site of a Polk County landfill.
Dart World: New indoor nerf arena now open in Lakeland
A Lakeland business is turning a nostalgic childhood activity into an ageless and fun experience for all.
A Lakeland business is turning a nostalgic childhood activity into an ageless and fun experience for all.
Lakeland woman concerned about privacy after multiple visits from hovering drone
A Lakeland woman said she had the feeling someone was watching her, and she turned out to be right.
A Lakeland woman said she had the feeling someone was watching her, and she turned out to be right.
Every day is Employee Appreciation Day for managers desperate to keep workers
Did your boss say “Happy Employee Appreciation Day” Friday? The unofficial holiday comes this year at a time when employers are taking a harder look at how to get and keep workers.
Did your boss say “Happy Employee Appreciation Day” Friday? The unofficial holiday comes this year at a time when employers are taking a harder look at how to get and keep workers.
Publix to remove Russian vodka from shelves
The Lakeland-based supermarket chain, which has nearly 1,300 stores throughout the southeast, announced it is pulling all Russian-made vodka brands from its shelves to support the people of Ukraine.
The Lakeland-based supermarket chain, which has nearly 1,300 stores throughout the southeast, announced it is pulling all Russian-made vodka brands from its shelves to support the people of Ukraine.