Fatal crash leads to one dead, four injured including children, deputies say
A deadly crash in Lake Wales claimed the life of one person, deputies said. Three children and one woman were taken to a hospital for their injuries.
A deadly crash in Lake Wales claimed the life of one person, deputies said. Three children and one woman were taken to a hospital for their injuries.
Lakeland nursing facility reports 84 cases of COVID-19, 12 deaths
Almost two weeks ago, 35 residents from Highlands Lake Center were hospitalized after either testing positive for, or showing symptoms of, COVID-19.
Almost two weeks ago, 35 residents from Highlands Lake Center were hospitalized after either testing positive for, or showing symptoms of, COVID-19.
Mother congratulates son on billboard after graduation canceled
The ads on the digital billboard above the Dairy Queen at the intersection of Lyle Pkwy. and Broadway in Bartow rotate for five minutes before the loop starts again.
The ads on the digital billboard above the Dairy Queen at the intersection of Lyle Pkwy. and Broadway in Bartow rotate for five minutes before the loop starts again.
City of Lakeland cancels 'Red, White and Kaboom' Fourth of July celebration due to COVID-19
The City of Lakeland announced Friday it is canceling the 2020 'Red, White and Kaboom' Fourth of July celebration due to the coronavirus pandemic.
The City of Lakeland announced Friday it is canceling the 2020 'Red, White and Kaboom' Fourth of July celebration due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Starlink satellite constellation streaks across Florida sky Thursday
If you were outside and able to look up around 9 p.m. Thursday, you may have seen a long line of parading satellites streaking across the sky.
If you were outside and able to look up around 9 p.m. Thursday, you may have seen a long line of parading satellites streaking across the sky.
Passenger dies in Lakeland crash after driver swerved to avoid hitting piece of metal in roadway, deputies say
While trying to avoid a piece of metal in the road, a driver crashed his vehicle, and one of his passengers passed away, investigators said.
While trying to avoid a piece of metal in the road, a driver crashed his vehicle, and one of his passengers passed away, investigators said.
Lakeland parks, trails and boat ramps on May 1
The city of Lakeland is working to reopen its economy. On Monday, commissioners voted unanimously to reopen the city's parks trails and boat ramps on May 1. Tennis courts and Cleveland Heights Golf Course also received the green light to reopen in the city limits.
The city of Lakeland is working to reopen its economy. On Monday, commissioners voted unanimously to reopen the city's parks trails and boat ramps on May 1. Tennis courts and Cleveland Heights Golf Course also received the green light to reopen in the city limits.
Sheriff: 2 women confess to shooting, killing homeless man in Eloise
According to Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd, two women confessed to killing Gregory Shaw, 55, a man living in a homeless camp in Eloise, which is near Winter Haven.
According to Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd, two women confessed to killing Gregory Shaw, 55, a man living in a homeless camp in Eloise, which is near Winter Haven.
High school seniors in Polk County will have a traditional graduation in June, school officials say
When surveyed, it turned out the majority of Polk County high school seniors don't want to have a virtual or drive-through graduation. They want a traditional one.
When surveyed, it turned out the majority of Polk County high school seniors don't want to have a virtual or drive-through graduation. They want a traditional one.
Some Polk residents may qualify for COVID-19 relief programs
Help is on the way for those trying to keep a roof over their heads in the wake of COVID-19. Monday morning, two new programs kick off.
Help is on the way for those trying to keep a roof over their heads in the wake of COVID-19. Monday morning, two new programs kick off.
Mechanic with Florida National Guard Armory dies following Haines City crash
A Davenport man passed away after a two-vehicle crash in Haines City on Tuesday morning, police said.
A Davenport man passed away after a two-vehicle crash in Haines City on Tuesday morning, police said.
13 arrested at cockfight after tip to Polk County deputies
A tip to deputies has led to 13 arrests at a cockfighting event in rural Florida, authorities said.
A tip to deputies has led to 13 arrests at a cockfighting event in rural Florida, authorities said.
Drive-thru COVID-19 test site opens at Posner Park in Davenport
Residents in Davenport will now have coronavirus testing available nearby.
Residents in Davenport will now have coronavirus testing available nearby.
Lakeland announces financial aid program for residents; parks, boat ramps to reopen May 1
Leaders in Lakeland voted unanimously Monday to reopen city parks, trails, and boat ramps starting May 1.
Leaders in Lakeland voted unanimously Monday to reopen city parks, trails, and boat ramps starting May 1.
School buses transform into roaming WiFi hotspots for Polk County students
Almost half the students in Polk County do not have access to the internet, according to a recent study by the school district. That is an even bigger problem now than before the pandemic.
Almost half the students in Polk County do not have access to the internet, according to a recent study by the school district. That is an even bigger problem now than before the pandemic.
Winter Haven shop giving sanitizer to healthcare workers, shelters
Not many retail establishments give away items for free, but Home Remedy in Winter Haven does. And they're giving away something people are still clamoring for: hand sanitizer.
Not many retail establishments give away items for free, but Home Remedy in Winter Haven does. And they're giving away something people are still clamoring for: hand sanitizer.
Deputies: Polk County man shoots, kills half-brother
Polk County deputies arrested Tyler Nichols, 19, after they say he shot and killed his half-brother.
Polk County deputies arrested Tyler Nichols, 19, after they say he shot and killed his half-brother.
Lakeland nurse shares story from frontline of New York's coronavirus pandemic
A registered nurse from Lakeland traveled to New York to fight COVID-19 on the frontline.
A registered nurse from Lakeland traveled to New York to fight COVID-19 on the frontline.
Lawsuit: Polk Co. school board could have prevented abuse of disabled children
Two families who say their disabled daughters were abused by a former school bus attendant are suing the Polk County School Board.
Two families who say their disabled daughters were abused by a former school bus attendant are suing the Polk County School Board.
35 Lakeland assisted living residents hospitalized; 29 positive for COVID-19, so far
Lakeland Regional Health says it took in 35 residents of Opis Highlands Lake Center in South Lakeland, 29 of whom have tested positive for COVID-19. The remaining six are awaiting test results.
Lakeland Regional Health says it took in 35 residents of Opis Highlands Lake Center in South Lakeland, 29 of whom have tested positive for COVID-19. The remaining six are awaiting test results.