Man found dead in a Lakeland retention pond, PCSO says
Polk County deputies are investigating what happened after a man was found dead in a retention pond in the Chelsea Oaks subdivision of Lakeland.
Lakeland kicks off holiday season with annual Christmas parade
It’s hard to believe Christmas is just three weeks away, and it's time to get into the holiday spirit.
43rd annual Christmas Parade spotlights Lakeland's favorite landmarks
Lakeland's annual 43rd Christmas Parade kicks off the holiday season Thursday night.
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers remove auxiliary pumps along Lake Bonny
After over a month, the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers removed auxiliary pumps along Lake Bonny.
Lakeland looks to enhance downtown's east side through food
East Main Street, east of Downtown Lakeland, is known for its car sales lots and car repair shops, but soon it could be known for its food scene.
Man hospitalized after argument led to stabbing at Lakeland nightclub, police say
An argument at a Lakeland nightclub led to a stabbing early Saturday morning, leaving one man injured, according to the Lakeland Police Department.
Pedestrian hit and killed in Lakeland, police searching for driver
Lakeland investigators are looking for the driver involved in a deadly hit-and-run crash early Saturday morning near the 700 block of South Florida Ave.
Lake Bonny residents voicing new concerns after Milton as nonprofit offers help
The United Way of Central Florida will hold a community recovery outreach event at Lakeland's RP Funding Center this Saturday for those impacted by Hurricane Milton, including residents along Lake Bonny who are still dealing with the aftermath.
Man hit & killed after trying to climb onto dump truck, Polk deputies say
A man died after trying to climb onto a City of Lakeland dump truck, then falling and getting run over by the truck, the Polk County Sheriff's Office said.
Florida man convicted of shooting at ATF agents while speeding more than 100 mph on I-4 learns his fate
A convicted felon will spend the next four decades behind bars for firing at federal agents while leading them on a multi-county, high-speed chase through Plant City and Lakeland.
Lakeland father sentenced to 20 years in hot car death case that took life of 18-month-old
A Lakeland father was sentenced to 20 years in prison after leaving his 18-month-old daughter in the backseat of his car during the peak of Summer.
Polk residents near Lake Bonny bring concerns to city meeting on Hurricane Milton flooding
Residents who live along Lake Bonny said they're fed up. Many homes were surrounded by floodwaters for as long as a month. Wednesday night, the city commission held a special meeting to address the concerns of residents.
Lakeland man fatally stabs wife upwards of 20 times: LPD
A Lakeland man has been charged with second-degree murder with a weapon after stabbing his wife, according to the Lakeland Police Department (LPD).
Lakeland's city commission approves 6th and largest solar energy farm
The City of Lakeland will now be home to its sixth and largest solar energy farm yet. City commissioners approved the 450-acre facility Monday morning which will be located near Florida Polytechnic University's campus.
Lake Bonny floodwater will take longer to go away, says US Army Corps of Engineers
Residents along Lake Bonny may have to wait up to a month before they see their yards or communities completely dry.
Tri-County Human Services celebrates 50 years with opening of new campus that offers more programs, personnel
A non-profit that provides mental health counseling and substance abuse programs is celebrating the opening of its new campus.
Drunk Lakeland man lying in middle of road hit, killed by semi-truck: PCSO
A 34-year-old Lakeland man was lying face down in the middle of the road when he was hit and killed by a Publix semi-truck early on Monday morning, according to deputies.
Lake Bonny residents to confront Lakeland city leaders over home flooding: 'I just want it done'
Nearly two weeks after Hurricane Milton, dozens of people living near Lake Bonny in Lakeland are planning to attend a city commission meeting to discuss solutions to the lingering stormwater that has taken up residence at their doorsteps.
Residents along Lake Bonny still dealing with flooding, demanding answers
It has been nine days since Hurricane Milton hit Polk County and dumped more than a foot of rainfall in 24 hours.
Church, ministries join forces to help feed tens of thousands in aftermath of Hurricane Milton
Churches and ministries are joining forces to feed tens of thousands of people in the aftermath of Hurricane Milton.