Winter Haven man arrested for threatening victim over the phone: PCSO
A Winter Haven man was taken into custody after allegedly threatening someone over the phone and through text messages, some of which were very graphic, according to the Polk County Sheriff's Office.
A Winter Haven man was taken into custody after allegedly threatening someone over the phone and through text messages, some of which were very graphic, according to the Polk County Sheriff's Office.
Polk County teacher accused of sending child pornography on messaging app
A Polk County teacher was arrested on Friday after he was caught downloading and sending videos depicting child pornography, according to deputies.
A Polk County teacher was arrested on Friday after he was caught downloading and sending videos depicting child pornography, according to deputies.
New 100-acre community park to be built near Lakeland Linder International Airport
Good news for those who enjoy nature and outdoor recreational activities. More than 100 acres of land in Lakeland will become home to a new community park.
Good news for those who enjoy nature and outdoor recreational activities. More than 100 acres of land in Lakeland will become home to a new community park.
Legacy Lane photography exhibit honors cancer survivors
Five eye-catching photo portraits of cancer survivors aim to inspire hope at the Watson Clinic Cancer & Research Center.
Five eye-catching photo portraits of cancer survivors aim to inspire hope at the Watson Clinic Cancer & Research Center.
Theatre Winter Haven will be one of the first community theatres to perform Disney's 'Frozen' on stage
Theatre Winter Haven will be one of the first community theaters to perform Disney's 'Frozen' on stage.
Theatre Winter Haven will be one of the first community theaters to perform Disney's 'Frozen' on stage.
Polk City widow donates husband's pacemaker to save pets: 'It's heartwarming'
A Polk City woman donated her late husband’s pacemaker to BluePearl Pet Hospital in Tampa.
A Polk City woman donated her late husband’s pacemaker to BluePearl Pet Hospital in Tampa.
State Basketball Championships moving to Jacksonville after decades in Lakeland
After decades of being held in the city of Lakeland, the Boys and Girls State Basketball Championships will now be hosted in Jacksonville.
After decades of being held in the city of Lakeland, the Boys and Girls State Basketball Championships will now be hosted in Jacksonville.
Child survives triple fatal crash on I-4 in Lakeland: FHP
A 6-year-old girl is the sole survivor of a crash that killed three people on I-4 Sunday afternoon, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
A 6-year-old girl is the sole survivor of a crash that killed three people on I-4 Sunday afternoon, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Man shot while riding scooter, Lakeland police searching for suspect
A man is recovering in the hospital after being shot while riding a scooter late Monday, according to the Lakeland Police Department.
A man is recovering in the hospital after being shot while riding a scooter late Monday, according to the Lakeland Police Department.
FDOT updates city, county leaders on potential SunRail extension in Polk County
FDOT officials updated city and county leaders about the possible extension of the SunRail commuter train from Osceola into Polk County.
FDOT officials updated city and county leaders about the possible extension of the SunRail commuter train from Osceola into Polk County.
Lake Gibson High employee accused of stealing student's medication
A Lake Gibson High School employee was arrested Monday after Polk County deputies said she stole a student's medication.
A Lake Gibson High School employee was arrested Monday after Polk County deputies said she stole a student's medication.
Advocates help victims, detail trends in human trafficking and sexual exploitation following Polk County bust
Polk County’s latest hunt for predators ended in arrests and brought victims into supportive hands.
Polk County’s latest hunt for predators ended in arrests and brought victims into supportive hands.
Woman convicted of Polk County deputy's 2022 murder sentenced to life in prison
Nearly three years after Polk County Deputy Blane Lane was shot and killed in the line of duty, the woman convicted of his murder learned on Friday that she will spend the rest of her life behind bars.
Nearly three years after Polk County Deputy Blane Lane was shot and killed in the line of duty, the woman convicted of his murder learned on Friday that she will spend the rest of her life behind bars.
Grady Judd: ‘Operation Fool Around and Find Out Again’ human trafficking investigation nets 246 arrests
Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd says nearly 250 suspects face serious charges after a weeklong multi-agency undercover investigation targeting human trafficking and illegal immigration.
Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd says nearly 250 suspects face serious charges after a weeklong multi-agency undercover investigation targeting human trafficking and illegal immigration.
Locals express concerns over proposed 2,000+ housing development in Bartow
Some Bartow residents are raising concerns about a proposed housing development called Emilie Springs, which would include more than 2,000 homes and be built off US Highway 60.
Some Bartow residents are raising concerns about a proposed housing development called Emilie Springs, which would include more than 2,000 homes and be built off US Highway 60.
Polk County triple murderer executed after spending 3 decades on death row
Florida carried out its 12th execution of 2025 on Wednesday evening, when 63-year-old David Pittman was put to death by lethal injection.
Florida carried out its 12th execution of 2025 on Wednesday evening, when 63-year-old David Pittman was put to death by lethal injection.
Tests confirm dogs died from heatstroke & dehydration, Frostproof woman arrested
A Frostproof woman who was taking care of her brother's dogs while he was deployed overseas is charged in connection with the death of his pets.
A Frostproof woman who was taking care of her brother's dogs while he was deployed overseas is charged in connection with the death of his pets.
Polk County man busted again on drug charges: 'Just wanted to smoke'
An Auburndale man recently released from jail is back behind bars in Polk County.
An Auburndale man recently released from jail is back behind bars in Polk County.
From legacy to innovation: The McKenna family's fight for Florida citrus
Cousins Morgan McKenna Porter and Riley McKenna are the fifth generation of their family to run their citrus operation, trying to carry on a legacy that began in the early 20th century.
Cousins Morgan McKenna Porter and Riley McKenna are the fifth generation of their family to run their citrus operation, trying to carry on a legacy that began in the early 20th century.
Lakeland man hit, killed while walking along US 98: PCSO
A deadly pedestrian crash is under investigation in Polk County.
A deadly pedestrian crash is under investigation in Polk County.