Wauchula man dies after car hydroplanes into path of oncoming vehicle, deputies say
Inclement weather is to blame for a fatal crash in Bowling Green Friday morning, according to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office.
Inclement weather is to blame for a fatal crash in Bowling Green Friday morning, according to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office.
Experts predict ‘active’ fire season despite recent rains
Fire officials said there were four wildfires locally on Thursday with one in Pinellas, one in Hillsborough, and two in Polk County. The largest was in Polk County, consuming 60 acres.
Fire officials said there were four wildfires locally on Thursday with one in Pinellas, one in Hillsborough, and two in Polk County. The largest was in Polk County, consuming 60 acres.
On April Fools' Day, Polk sheriff debuts blimp, 'Aeroin,' seized from drug dealers
The Polk County Sheriff's Office announced they have a new method to help fight crime: a giant blimp – if only it was true.
The Polk County Sheriff's Office announced they have a new method to help fight crime: a giant blimp – if only it was true.
Community forum looks for solutions as 3,500 Polk County students face homelessness
School leaders are pointing to a lack of affordable housing and inflation in Polk County as contributing factors. They said families are dealing with rental increases up to $700.
School leaders are pointing to a lack of affordable housing and inflation in Polk County as contributing factors. They said families are dealing with rental increases up to $700.
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.
Thieves target boat motors in recent Polk County thefts
Outboard motors have been scarce recently because of supply chain issues brought on by the pandemic.
Outboard motors have been scarce recently because of supply chain issues brought on by the pandemic.
Lakeland owner's pet cat euthanized after unknown person shot it, deputies say
Polk County deputies are searching for the person who shot a cat outside a Lakeland home, injuring the feline's spine. Officials said it had to be euthanized.
Polk County deputies are searching for the person who shot a cat outside a Lakeland home, injuring the feline's spine. Officials said it had to be euthanized.
Red Flag Warning issued as fire risk increases around Tampa Bay
Dry air and moderate to high winds are stoking concerns that brush fires could become a problem in Bay Area counties Wednesday.
Dry air and moderate to high winds are stoking concerns that brush fires could become a problem in Bay Area counties Wednesday.
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.
Polk man accused of punching 73-year-old man in Publix parking lot turns himself in
Winter Haven police said the man suspected of attacking a 73-year-old veteran outside a Publix store has turned himself in.
Winter Haven police said the man suspected of attacking a 73-year-old veteran outside a Publix store has turned himself in.
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.
Winter Haven police search for suspect in 'brutal beating' of 73-year-old outside Publix
Police in Winter Haven say they identified the man accused of attacking a 73-year-old outside a Publix, but they need help tracking him down.
Police in Winter Haven say they identified the man accused of attacking a 73-year-old outside a Publix, but they need help tracking him down.
Investigators arrest accused Haines City gas station robbery suspect in Orlando
Haines City police said they arrested a man accused of robbing a local gas station. Investigators made the arrest in Orlando.
Haines City police said they arrested a man accused of robbing a local gas station. Investigators made the arrest in Orlando.
Florida man arrested on DUI charges for 6th time following Polk County crash, deputies say
An alleged drunk driver with a suspended license is facing his sixth DUI after crashing a car in Lakeland on Thursday, according to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office.
An alleged drunk driver with a suspended license is facing his sixth DUI after crashing a car in Lakeland on Thursday, according to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office.
‘This is not a kid's game’: Polk County sheriff warns 'Orbeez Challenge' has dire consequences
Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd is issuing a warning about a potentially dangerous trend spreading on social media called “The Orbeez Challenge
Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd is issuing a warning about a potentially dangerous trend spreading on social media called “The Orbeez Challenge
Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd says grabbing public attention helps him keep the community safe
Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd is about to celebrate 50 years with the sheriff's office and FOX 13’s Kelly Ring spent the day with him to get his perspective on half a century in law enforcement.
Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd is about to celebrate 50 years with the sheriff's office and FOX 13’s Kelly Ring spent the day with him to get his perspective on half a century in law enforcement.
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.
Deputies investigating fatal Polk County crash
A 19-year-old woman died early Saturday morning after losing control of her car and striking a tree, according to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office.
A 19-year-old woman died early Saturday morning after losing control of her car and striking a tree, according to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office.
‘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.
Polk County man arrested in Georgia for killing elderly Auburndale man found in shallow grave
Law enforcement agencies in Florida and Georgia helped arrest a man suspected of murdering an elderly Polk County resident, burying him in a shallow grave, and then fleeing to Georgia in the victim's vehicle.
Law enforcement agencies in Florida and Georgia helped arrest a man suspected of murdering an elderly Polk County resident, burying him in a shallow grave, and then fleeing to Georgia in the victim's vehicle.