Sheriff Grady Judd says undercover sting ‘Polk Around and Find Out’ led to 266 arrests
Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd said the portion of a multi-day joint-agency undercover investigation, "Polk Around and Find Out" that focused on prostitution and human trafficking resulted in 247 arrests.
Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd said the portion of a multi-day joint-agency undercover investigation, "Polk Around and Find Out" that focused on prostitution and human trafficking resulted in 247 arrests.
Polk County launches one-year pilot program to combat illegal dumping
Illegal dumping has been on the rise over the past few years in Polk County, and now, the county is testing a customer convenience center to fight the problem.
Illegal dumping has been on the rise over the past few years in Polk County, and now, the county is testing a customer convenience center to fight the problem.
Polk County driver arrested, caught with 13 live iguanas tied up in truck: FHP
The Florida Highway Patrol arrested a man in Winter Haven on Thursday morning after he was pulled over for driving with no tag light on his trailer, but when they got a closer look at his truck, they found 13 live iguanas.
The Florida Highway Patrol arrested a man in Winter Haven on Thursday morning after he was pulled over for driving with no tag light on his trailer, but when they got a closer look at his truck, they found 13 live iguanas.
Grady Judd: Polk County man known for playing Santa busted in undercover human trafficking sting
A man known for playing Santa Claus at Polk County Christmas events was one of nearly 20 people arrested during an undercover operation that focused on child predators.
A man known for playing Santa Claus at Polk County Christmas events was one of nearly 20 people arrested during an undercover operation that focused on child predators.
Lakeland police seek millions from commissioners to secure AI tech contract
The Lakeland Police Department is exploring new technology aimed at modernizing policing and improving efficiency.
The Lakeland Police Department is exploring new technology aimed at modernizing policing and improving efficiency.
Lake Wales' Grove Manor public housing complex to be demolished, getting massive affordable housing makeover
A public housing complex in Lake Wales will be demolished and redeveloped into affordable housing.
A public housing complex in Lake Wales will be demolished and redeveloped into affordable housing.
Former Polk County deputy arrested, accused of ‘emotionally entangled’ relationship with teen cadet: PCSO
A former Polk County Sheriff’s Office deputy who served as an advisor for the agency’s cadet program is facing multiple felony charges after he reportedly sent inappropriate text messages to a 16-year-old cadet that he was supervising, according to PCSO.
A former Polk County Sheriff’s Office deputy who served as an advisor for the agency’s cadet program is facing multiple felony charges after he reportedly sent inappropriate text messages to a 16-year-old cadet that he was supervising, according to PCSO.
Davenport Ace Hardware former assistant manager arrested for $7.8K refund fraud: PCSO
A series of suspicious transactions at a Davenport Ace Hardware led to the arrest of a former assistant store manager.
A series of suspicious transactions at a Davenport Ace Hardware led to the arrest of a former assistant store manager.
Florida drought crisis: Upper Peace River in Polk County expected to run dry amid severe rainfall deficit
Rocks are exposed and a large portion of the bank of the Peace River in Arcadia is visible, serving as a clear sign of the extreme drought currently gripping the state.
Rocks are exposed and a large portion of the bank of the Peace River in Arcadia is visible, serving as a clear sign of the extreme drought currently gripping the state.
Lakeland man hits 3-year-old with Jeep, charged with DUI in Volusia County: deputies
A 3-year-old boy is recovering after he was struck by a Jeep on Saturday afternoon at Daytona Beach.
A 3-year-old boy is recovering after he was struck by a Jeep on Saturday afternoon at Daytona Beach.
Byron Donalds endorsed by Grady Judd, makes Lakeland campaign stop: Owning the past, protecting the future
U.S. Rep. Byron Donalds, a front-runner for the Republican nomination for governor, is pushing for support in Polk County.
U.S. Rep. Byron Donalds, a front-runner for the Republican nomination for governor, is pushing for support in Polk County.
Grady Judd appears with Byron Donalds for campaign
U.S. Rep. Byron Donalds, a front-runner for the Republican nomination for governor, is pushing for support in Polk County. FOX 13's Carla Bayron reports.
U.S. Rep. Byron Donalds, a front-runner for the Republican nomination for governor, is pushing for support in Polk County. FOX 13's Carla Bayron reports.
Deadly Polk County ATV crash under investigation
A Polk City man was killed in an early morning ATV crash, according to the sheriff’s office.
A Polk City man was killed in an early morning ATV crash, according to the sheriff’s office.
Lakeland city leaders prioritize infrastructure, public safety and police tech upgrades at planning retreat
The city of Lakeland is laying out its strategic plan for the near and distant future.
The city of Lakeland is laying out its strategic plan for the near and distant future.
Florida Southern College memorializes Maj. Cody Khork: 'Building better people'
Family, friends, and fellow service members gathered at Florida Southern College in Lakeland to honor Maj. Cody Khork, not just to remember his life, but to ensure his impact carries on for future generations.
Family, friends, and fellow service members gathered at Florida Southern College in Lakeland to honor Maj. Cody Khork, not just to remember his life, but to ensure his impact carries on for future generations.
Lakeland CRA Mural Passport aims to boost tourism and business with art
A splash of color can make a huge difference in attracting people downtown and to other districts.
A splash of color can make a huge difference in attracting people downtown and to other districts.
High-flying airshow stars are Air Force aces who bring precision to the cockpit
The annual Sun 'n Fun Fly-In attracts aviation fans, flight enthusiasts and those interested in military history. It also brings out the awesome aerial prowess of some of the most elite Air Force Aviators in the United States.
The annual Sun 'n Fun Fly-In attracts aviation fans, flight enthusiasts and those interested in military history. It also brings out the awesome aerial prowess of some of the most elite Air Force Aviators in the United States.
NASA's flying 'moving truck' is on display at the Sun 'n Fun Fly-In
It's more than just a fish out of water. It's a whale in the sky.
It's more than just a fish out of water. It's a whale in the sky.
Florida woman killed after car hits and goes under semi-truck, crashes into church near Haines City: PCSO
A 24-year-old Florida woman was killed early Friday morning after she hit a semi-truck on U.S. 27 and then crashed into a nearby church building, according to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office.
A 24-year-old Florida woman was killed early Friday morning after she hit a semi-truck on U.S. 27 and then crashed into a nearby church building, according to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office.
Lakeland’s first-ever Fuego Festival ignites downtown with Latin culture celebration
The Fuego Festival is spicing up downtown Lakeland. The one-day event is a celebration of Latin culture — bringing fire, rhythm, flavor and heritage.
The Fuego Festival is spicing up downtown Lakeland. The one-day event is a celebration of Latin culture — bringing fire, rhythm, flavor and heritage.