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.
Three 'gang bangers' indicted for murder following Winter Haven shootout in January, sheriff says
Three suspects were indicted on murder charges months after a "running gun battle" that killed a 20-year-old in Winter Haven, officials said.
Three suspects were indicted on murder charges months after a "running gun battle" that killed a 20-year-old in Winter Haven, officials said.
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.
Baby Grady: Couple names newborn son after Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd
"We think we're in love," the sheriff's office wrote. "Congratulations to this sweet little family!"
"We think we're in love," the sheriff's office wrote. "Congratulations to this sweet little family!"
Polk deputies search for suspect who broke into Davenport vacation rental while family was sleeping
Polk County deputies are searching for a home invasion suspect who they say entered a vacation rental home in the middle of the night while a family was sleeping.
Polk County deputies are searching for a home invasion suspect who they say entered a vacation rental home in the middle of the night while a family was sleeping.
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.
Recycling resumes for some Polk residents after suspending service due to worker shortages
On Monday, recycling services will resume for some residents in Polk County after being temporarily suspended six weeks ago due to trash pickup issues.
On Monday, recycling services will resume for some residents in Polk County after being temporarily suspended six weeks ago due to trash pickup issues.
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.