Florida men busted with weed, gun after slamming into Polk deputy’s vehicle while bolting from trooper: FHP
Two men were arrested on Monday night after troopers say they bolted from the Florida Highway Patrol and slammed into a Polk County deputy’s patrol vehicle.
Two men were arrested on Monday night after troopers say they bolted from the Florida Highway Patrol and slammed into a Polk County deputy’s patrol vehicle.
Lakeland man accused of striking Polk deputy's car, leading chase claimed to be high on meth: PCSO
A 24-year-old Lakeland man is facing a long list of felony charges after Polk County deputies say he stole a backpack, rammed a patrol car, and led law enforcement on a high-speed chase while under the influence of methamphetamine.
A 24-year-old Lakeland man is facing a long list of felony charges after Polk County deputies say he stole a backpack, rammed a patrol car, and led law enforcement on a high-speed chase while under the influence of methamphetamine.
Winter Haven brothers battle rare genetic mutation linked to leukemia
A Winter Haven family is navigating an emotional and life-changing medical journey, as two young brothers fight the same rare condition that can lead to leukemia.
A Winter Haven family is navigating an emotional and life-changing medical journey, as two young brothers fight the same rare condition that can lead to leukemia.
Florida ‘conspiracy theorist’ accused of shooting neighbor to death at Bartow apartment complex
A Bartow man is accused of shooting his downstairs neighbor to death at an apartment complex.
A Bartow man is accused of shooting his downstairs neighbor to death at an apartment complex.
Violent death investigation underway in Bartow: PCSO
A violent death investigation is underway after a man in Bartow died Thursday night.
A violent death investigation is underway after a man in Bartow died Thursday night.
Florida Poly team develops new tech that can detect microplastics, nanoplastics in water
Florida Polytechnic University has developed a modified electrochemical sensor that can quickly detect microplastics using just a drop of water.
Florida Polytechnic University has developed a modified electrochemical sensor that can quickly detect microplastics using just a drop of water.
Sheriff Grady Judd's viral recruitment message to TSA, ICE agents: ‘You'll always get a paycheck’
Amid a partial government shutdown, Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd is encouraging TSA and ICE agents to come work for him.
Amid a partial government shutdown, Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd is encouraging TSA and ICE agents to come work for him.
Armed illegal immigrant accused of attacking, chasing man at park near Mulberry: PCSO
A 23-year-old illegal immigrant is facing multiple felony charges after deputies say he assaulted and chased a man at a park near Mulberry on Tuesday.
A 23-year-old illegal immigrant is facing multiple felony charges after deputies say he assaulted and chased a man at a park near Mulberry on Tuesday.
Lithium-ion battery fire spreads to Lakeland home, kills 3 dogs: LFD
Three dogs died in a fire sparked by a lithium-ion battery, according to the Lakeland Fire Department.
Three dogs died in a fire sparked by a lithium-ion battery, according to the Lakeland Fire Department.
Semi-truck driver killed in Polk County crash: PCSO
A semi-truck driver was killed in a single-vehicle crash in Lake Alfred on Monday afternoon, according to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office.
A semi-truck driver was killed in a single-vehicle crash in Lake Alfred on Monday afternoon, according to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office.
Lakeland, Sarasota, and Tampa rank in Top 30 'U.S. Allergy Capitals'
Three Tampa Bay cities were just named in the nation’s top Allergy Capitals for 2026 by the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA).
Three Tampa Bay cities were just named in the nation’s top Allergy Capitals for 2026 by the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA).
Final procession for Major Cody Khork travels from Winter Haven to Florida National Cemetery
U.S. Army Reserve Maj. Cody Khork was laid to rest at Florida National Cemetery Monday afternoon.
U.S. Army Reserve Maj. Cody Khork was laid to rest at Florida National Cemetery Monday afternoon.
Bartow man killed after running stop sign, crashing into water: PCSO
A deadly vehicle crash is under investigation in Polk County.
A deadly vehicle crash is under investigation in Polk County.
Lakeland homeowners picket against Talbot House Ministries' proposed relocation site
Talbot House Ministries, a homeless services provider in Lakeland, is pushing to relocate to a busy corridor. But, members of the community in that area are pushing back.
Talbot House Ministries, a homeless services provider in Lakeland, is pushing to relocate to a busy corridor. But, members of the community in that area are pushing back.
Fallen Polk County Maj. Cody Khork scholarship raises $75K in days at Florida Southern College
A scholarship created in the name of a fallen Army Major has received overwhelming support within days of its formal launch.
A scholarship created in the name of a fallen Army Major has received overwhelming support within days of its formal launch.
Polk County ordinance introduces fines for illegal signs in public right of way: What you need to know
A new ordinance in Polk County introduces fines and additional fees for people and businesses found placing signs in the public right of way.
A new ordinance in Polk County introduces fines and additional fees for people and businesses found placing signs in the public right of way.
Polk County honors fallen Army Maj. Cody Khork as remains return to Lakeland airport
A Bay Area hero who lost his life while serving in the Middle East is now back home in Polk County.
A Bay Area hero who lost his life while serving in the Middle East is now back home in Polk County.
Major Cody Khork to return home to Polk County Wednesday, community prepares to honor fallen soldier
A solemn homecoming is planned for Wednesday, March 18, for U.S. Army Reserve Major Cody A. Khork, 35, the Polk County servicemember killed in the line of duty while serving in the Middle East.
A solemn homecoming is planned for Wednesday, March 18, for U.S. Army Reserve Major Cody A. Khork, 35, the Polk County servicemember killed in the line of duty while serving in the Middle East.
Polk County Board of Commissioners approve revised sand mine project in Lake Wales
A proposed sand mine, which was initially rejected and faced a lot of scrutiny from nearby homeowners, will now be a reality in Lake Wales.
A proposed sand mine, which was initially rejected and faced a lot of scrutiny from nearby homeowners, will now be a reality in Lake Wales.
Renovation preps begin on century-old Walesbilt Hotel that’s sat vacant for decades
For the next 30 days the city Lake Wales is cleaning out the 100-year-old Walesbilt Hotel that has sat vacant for decades so renovation work can begin and restore it to its old-time glory.
For the next 30 days the city Lake Wales is cleaning out the 100-year-old Walesbilt Hotel that has sat vacant for decades so renovation work can begin and restore it to its old-time glory.