Charge dropped against deputy accused of DUI while on duty
Update as of Sept. 3, 2025:
Update as of Sept. 3, 2025:
Polk County leaders approve Lake Winterset restrictions after large brawl
Polk County commissioners approved a measure that cracks down on bad behavior weeks after a brawl on Lake Winterset led to several arrests and strong words from Sheriff Grady Judd.
Polk County commissioners approved a measure that cracks down on bad behavior weeks after a brawl on Lake Winterset led to several arrests and strong words from Sheriff Grady Judd.
Felon brothers arrested for threatening couple at gunpoint over riding ATVs in front of home: PCSO
A pair of brothers with dozens of felony convictions between them are in trouble with the law again after Polk County deputies say they pulled a gun on a couple who rode their ATVs near the brothers' home.
A pair of brothers with dozens of felony convictions between them are in trouble with the law again after Polk County deputies say they pulled a gun on a couple who rode their ATVs near the brothers' home.
Polk County man accused of dragging Lake Wales officer, K9 while driving off from traffic stop
A Polk County man is behind bars after dragging a police officer and K9 during a traffic stop, according to the Lake Wales Police Department.
A Polk County man is behind bars after dragging a police officer and K9 during a traffic stop, according to the Lake Wales Police Department.
Child among 3 killed in fiery Polk County crash
Three people, including a young child, died after Polk County deputies say a car crashed into a tree and caught fire.
Three people, including a young child, died after Polk County deputies say a car crashed into a tree and caught fire.
Illegal immigrant twins arrested for burglarizing homes under construction: PCSO
Polk County deputies say a pair of twins who are in the United States illegally stole tens of thousands of dollars worth of items from unfinished homes.
Polk County deputies say a pair of twins who are in the United States illegally stole tens of thousands of dollars worth of items from unfinished homes.
World War II veteran, remaining survivor of U.S.S. Yorktown to celebrate 101st birthday in Polk County
The remaining survivor of the U.S. Navy's U.S.S. Yorktown during World War II is celebrating his 101st Birthday this weekend.
The remaining survivor of the U.S. Navy's U.S.S. Yorktown during World War II is celebrating his 101st Birthday this weekend.
Polk County Fire crews reunite with family after emergency baby delivery
Every day, Polk County Fire crews answer calls for help, but one call in particular was very special – they helped welcome a new life into the world.
Every day, Polk County Fire crews answer calls for help, but one call in particular was very special – they helped welcome a new life into the world.
Zoning shakeup coming to Polk County high schools. Here’s how you can weigh in
Polk County Public Schools is launching a series of community town halls to gather feedback on a sweeping rezoning plan that will affect every high school in the district.
Polk County Public Schools is launching a series of community town halls to gather feedback on a sweeping rezoning plan that will affect every high school in the district.
Exhibit explores how Florida Southern College may look if Frank Lloyd Wright finished designing its buildings
Using old renders, drawings and notes, ‘The College of Tomorrow’ exhibit at The Ashley Gibson Barnett (The AGB) Museum of Art hopes to show what Florida Southern College's campus could have looked like had the renowned architect completed his vision.
Using old renders, drawings and notes, ‘The College of Tomorrow’ exhibit at The Ashley Gibson Barnett (The AGB) Museum of Art hopes to show what Florida Southern College's campus could have looked like had the renowned architect completed his vision.
Grady Judd wipes smile off face of illegal immigrant who attacked federal agent in Lakeland
An illegal immigrant with several outstanding warrants has been taken into custody after attacking and hospitalizing a federal ICE agent during a traffic stop in Lakeland, according to Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd.
An illegal immigrant with several outstanding warrants has been taken into custody after attacking and hospitalizing a federal ICE agent during a traffic stop in Lakeland, according to Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd.
Lake Wales Arts Council creates Studio 60 class to fill need
Each year, the Lake Wales Arts Council offers summer camps for kids. During the school year, a variety of adult classes and workshops are offered.
Each year, the Lake Wales Arts Council offers summer camps for kids. During the school year, a variety of adult classes and workshops are offered.
Semi-truck crash in Polk County spills wood across road, sends driver to hospital
A rollover crash involving a semi-truck caused traffic delays along a stretch of SR 60 in Polk County on Monday.
A rollover crash involving a semi-truck caused traffic delays along a stretch of SR 60 in Polk County on Monday.
Woman arrested after leaving scene of deadly crash in Lakeland: PCSO
A 24-year-old woman has been arrested and charged after she allegedly drove off after hitting and killing a pedestrian in Lakeland on W Highland Street.
A 24-year-old woman has been arrested and charged after she allegedly drove off after hitting and killing a pedestrian in Lakeland on W Highland Street.
Sheriff Grady Judd dons $50K in ‘drip’ seized during illegal drug trafficking bust that nabbed 32
On Friday, Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd wore a thick gold chain around his neck, a matching bracelet and waved around a gun during a press conference to make a point about the dangers of drug trafficking.
On Friday, Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd wore a thick gold chain around his neck, a matching bracelet and waved around a gun during a press conference to make a point about the dangers of drug trafficking.
Avon Park corrections officer accused of striking woman during domestic dispute
A corrections officer in Avon Park found himself on the other side of the law Thursday after deputies say he struck a woman twice on the face while they were arguing at home.
A corrections officer in Avon Park found himself on the other side of the law Thursday after deputies say he struck a woman twice on the face while they were arguing at home.
Bartow police to enhance transparency with body, dash cameras following controversial traffic stop
Bartow police officers are set to receive new equipment, including body cams and dash cams, following a controversial traffic stop that sparked a demand for greater transparency.
Bartow police officers are set to receive new equipment, including body cams and dash cams, following a controversial traffic stop that sparked a demand for greater transparency.
Florida man ‘frustrated with work’ fires shots into air with stolen gun: PCSO
A convicted felon found himself back behind bars in Florida after Polk County deputies say he let workplace frustrations get the best of him.
A convicted felon found himself back behind bars in Florida after Polk County deputies say he let workplace frustrations get the best of him.
Polk County first responders help deliver baby at home
Polk County Fire Rescue is praising a group of first responders who worked quickly to deliver a baby within minutes of arriving at a home.
Polk County Fire Rescue is praising a group of first responders who worked quickly to deliver a baby within minutes of arriving at a home.
Polk County's recent fatal crashes underscore urgent call for improved road safety infrastructure
Polk County deputies are currently investigating two consecutive fatal crashes, one of which involves a hit-and-run driver.
Polk County deputies are currently investigating two consecutive fatal crashes, one of which involves a hit-and-run driver.