Man charged with murder of co-defendant in self-defense shooting outside Lakeland restaurant
A man has been charged with the murder of a co-defendant in a self-defense shooting outside a Lakeland restaurant on April 24.
Florida man arrested for second-degree murder after man shot in Lakeland self-defense shooting at restaurant
A Florida man was arrested on a second-degree murder charge in the shooting death of a man outside a Lakeland restaurant, according to officers.
Lakeland man arrested in deadly shooting stemming from argument over stolen gun: Police
A suspect was arrested Thursday after a deadly shooting at a Lakeland convenience store, officers said.
Families honor fallen officers at 37th Annual Polk County Peace Officers’ Memorial Service
It's at the Polk County Law Enforcement Memorial where officers who died in the line of duty are remembered forever, along with their sacrifice. May 1 was the 37th Annual Polk County Peace Officers’ Memorial Service at Lakeland Veterans Memorial Park on Lime Street.
Florida Senate votes to remove fluoride from public water supply
Florida could become the second state in the country to ban the addition of fluoride to public water supplies, following Utah earlier this year.
Wanted Florida man killed after charging at Polk County deputy with knife: PCSO
One man is dead after Polk County deputies say he charged at one of them with a knife, forcing them to fire several shots near Harvey's Supermarket in Lakeland.
Man killed, another hurt in self-defense shooting at restaurant: LPD
An argument at a Lakeland restaurant led to a man firing shots in self-defense, killing one man and injuring another, according to police.
‘Brazen burglar’ busted after being caught on camera yanking cash drawer from Lakeland store: LPD
A brazen burglar is behind bars after police say he swiped a cash register from a Michael’s store in Lakeland.
Six new swans to join Lake Morton flock to introduce new genetics
Six new swans will call Lake Morton home, so the current flock, who descended from royal swans in England, can stay healthy and resilient.
Suspected drunk driver chugs beer in front of Lakeland officers, tells them he has 3 DUI convictions: LPD
A man who Lakeland police say drank a beer in front of them while sitting in the driver’s seat was arrested for DUI for the fourth time last week.
Lakeland student describes suspected FSU shooter
Lakeland native Ian Townsend says he would see the alleged FSU gunman, Phoenix Ikner, in two of his fall 2024 classes at Tallahassee State College.
Lakeland's Bonnet Springs Park voted 'Best City Park' in U.S.
The best city park in the U.S. is in Lakeland, according to USA Today.
Inside a Blue Angels flight: FOX 13’s Allie Corey soars above Sun n’ Fun Expo in Lakeland
The 51st Sun n' Fun expo in Lakeland is where the legendary U.S. Navy Blue Angels will awe thousands of spectators with their daring aerial shows. Before they got into formation, FOX 13’s Allie Corey got to take a ride on Wednesday on Blue Angel #7 high above the skies of the Tampa Bay area.
Sun 'n Fun opens for 51st annual show in Lakeland
It's Opening Day at Sun 'n Fun! The 51st edition of the annual event will draw hundreds of thousands of aviation enthusiasts to the Swan City over the next week.
How Lakeland Linder Airport balances Sun 'n Fun, passengers and cargo service
For the first time in the history of the annual fly-in and airshow event, Sun 'n Fun, Lakeland Linder International Airport will be balancing small aircraft, commercial and cargo aircraft.
Lakeland man who rescued toddler from burning car honored nationally: 'A big surprise'
A Lakeland man just received one of the most prestigious civilian awards in the country, the Carnegie Award for heroism, after he put his life on the line to try to save two kids in a heartbreaking tragedy.
Protesters renew calls for firing Lakeland detective accused of brutalizing woman during traffic stop
Community members and an activist group are calling for the firing of a detective from the Lakeland Police Department who they said retaliated against and brutalized a woman during a traffic stop.
City of Lakeland offers summer camps with focus on STEM, esports
For parents of technology-driven kids, the STEM and Esports Camps in Lakeland are the ultimate summer programs with counselors fostering curiosity, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
Woman hurt in accidental shooting while friend handled gun: LPD
A 23-year-old woman is recovering from injuries after Lakeland police say a gun went off while her friend was handling it.
Lakeland approves plan to eliminate fatal, serious injury crashes by 2040
The City of Lakeland has taken a large step towards making its roads, neighborhoods and school zones safer.