Lift Lakeland initiative aims to address issues of racial inequity
Leaders in Lakeland are working with the community to develop an in-depth plan to address the city’s racial tensions and issues.
Leaders in Lakeland are working with the community to develop an in-depth plan to address the city’s racial tensions and issues.
Guillain-Barré syndrome no match for Lakeland paramedic, determined to overcome debilitating condition
Steve Connors couldn’t have been any happier going back to work as a paramedic at the Lakeland Fire Department Tuesday.
Steve Connors couldn’t have been any happier going back to work as a paramedic at the Lakeland Fire Department Tuesday.
Polk pastor attempts to bridge ‘digital divide’ with free wi-fi
A Lakeland pastor built an 8-foot tower at the church and contracted with an internet provider so people in his area could have around-the-clock wi-fi. Now, he wants to help other churches provide free wi-fi to help close the so-called “digital divide.”
A Lakeland pastor built an 8-foot tower at the church and contracted with an internet provider so people in his area could have around-the-clock wi-fi. Now, he wants to help other churches provide free wi-fi to help close the so-called “digital divide.”
Controversial Lakeland cell phone tower project heads to commission despite residents' concerns
Dixieland is considered an up-and-coming area of Lakeland. But many residents say it’s going to slide downhill if a proposed cell phone tower is built there.
Dixieland is considered an up-and-coming area of Lakeland. But many residents say it’s going to slide downhill if a proposed cell phone tower is built there.
Lakeland man wins $1 million from scratch-off lotto ticket
A man in Lakeland took home a $1 million prize after buying a lucky lotto ticket at a gas station.
A man in Lakeland took home a $1 million prize after buying a lucky lotto ticket at a gas station.
Lakeland opens tip line to crack down on illegal dumping
Lakeland has set up a hotline to report illegal dumping and may reward those who report it.
Lakeland has set up a hotline to report illegal dumping and may reward those who report it.
Tasty beverages with a side of gut health fermented in Tampa Bay
Fermented foods and drinks have become go-to fare for health-conscious people all over the world.
Fermented foods and drinks have become go-to fare for health-conscious people all over the world.
Female fire rescue employees describe unwanted tickling, being watched during sleep by Polk County chiefs
Records obtained by FOX 13 News show a Polk County Fire Rescue battalion chief resigned last month after multiple female employees came forward with allegations of sexual misconduct. A second battalion chief, Jeremiah Gilley, was accused of the same behavior and resigned before an investigation was completed.
Records obtained by FOX 13 News show a Polk County Fire Rescue battalion chief resigned last month after multiple female employees came forward with allegations of sexual misconduct. A second battalion chief, Jeremiah Gilley, was accused of the same behavior and resigned before an investigation was completed.
Lake Morton swans sold to lucky lottery winners across Florida
"Welcome to the 2020 Swan Lottery!”
"Welcome to the 2020 Swan Lottery!”
Lakeland does away with mask mandate
For months, Lakeland residents and visitors have been required to wear a mask in public places.
For months, Lakeland residents and visitors have been required to wear a mask in public places.
Lottery to determine who can purchase Lakeland's famous swans
Following the annual swan roundup this year, Lakeland is setting aside part of the population for people to purchase them.
Following the annual swan roundup this year, Lakeland is setting aside part of the population for people to purchase them.
Lakeland city employee arrested on video voyeurism charges involved 16-year-old
A 40-year-old man who works as a parking services supervisor for the city of Lakeland was accused of recording a 16-year-old while she was in the bathroom, and was charged with video voyeurism.
A 40-year-old man who works as a parking services supervisor for the city of Lakeland was accused of recording a 16-year-old while she was in the bathroom, and was charged with video voyeurism.
Lakeland's annual Swan Roundup turns 40
Tuesday was the day the Lakeland Parks and Recreation Department looks forward to all year: The annual Swan Roundup. It’s a sight to behold as johnboats race across the lake trying to keep up with the swans.
Tuesday was the day the Lakeland Parks and Recreation Department looks forward to all year: The annual Swan Roundup. It’s a sight to behold as johnboats race across the lake trying to keep up with the swans.
Trappers busy after baby bat boom
As a wildlife trapper, life has gotten pretty busy for Dustin Hooper lately. The new crop of baby bats has arrived.
As a wildlife trapper, life has gotten pretty busy for Dustin Hooper lately. The new crop of baby bats has arrived.
City of Lakeland allows mask mandate to expire
Lakeland is the latest local government in Tampa Bay to allow their mask mandate to end.
Lakeland is the latest local government in Tampa Bay to allow their mask mandate to end.
Police safely locate missing man
The Lakeland Police Department safely found a 79-year-old man who was the center of a Silver Alert Saturday afternoon. No other details were released.
The Lakeland Police Department safely found a 79-year-old man who was the center of a Silver Alert Saturday afternoon. No other details were released.
‘He’s not afraid of the law’: Deputies say Polk County man keeps stealing cars from dealership
He is not a superstar like his namesake, but a local Michael Jackson is getting his own notoriety.
He is not a superstar like his namesake, but a local Michael Jackson is getting his own notoriety.
From horseshoeing to molding metal art, a Lakeland blacksmith has led an interesting career
Over in Lakeland, there is a blacksmith that knows all about the art of metal works.
Over in Lakeland, there is a blacksmith that knows all about the art of metal works.
Citing COVID-19, Lakeland to create tribute video rather than hold MLK Day parade
It's still about four months away, but the city of Lakeland has already decided not to hold a Dr. Martin Luther King Junior Day parade next year.
It's still about four months away, but the city of Lakeland has already decided not to hold a Dr. Martin Luther King Junior Day parade next year.
Lakeland to sell swans following annual roundup next month
Swans I overpopulated Lakeland lake to be sold in pairs to people with a safe bird environment and body of water.
Swans I overpopulated Lakeland lake to be sold in pairs to people with a safe bird environment and body of water.