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.
Red-light camera violations increase as Lakeland experiences major growth
With all the growth Lakeland has been experiencing, red-light camera violations have actually increased over the years. This is another reason why the city is taking a closer look at where these cameras and school speed zone cameras should be located.
With all the growth Lakeland has been experiencing, red-light camera violations have actually increased over the years. This is another reason why the city is taking a closer look at where these cameras and school speed zone cameras should be located.
Grady Judd: Man drowns in Lake Clinch on Sunday
Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd says that a man drowned in Lake Clinch on Sunday afternoon.
Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd says that a man drowned in Lake Clinch on Sunday afternoon.
Talbot House withdraws application for E Memorial Blvd. location
A community and homeless services provider in Lakeland has withdrawn its application to move a new location.
A community and homeless services provider in Lakeland has withdrawn its application to move a new location.
Illicit use of ketamine on the rise in Polk County, harm reduction specialist says
According to a harm reduction specialist, the illicit use of ketamine is on the rise in Polk County.
According to a harm reduction specialist, the illicit use of ketamine is on the rise in Polk County.
Detroit Tigers, City of Lakeland break ground on $33M state-of-the-art training facility
The City of Lakeland and the Detroit Tigers announced they will be building a new state-of-the-art training facility for the team.
The City of Lakeland and the Detroit Tigers announced they will be building a new state-of-the-art training facility for the team.
Woman charged in Polk County deputy's 2022 death stands trial
Nearly three years after Polk County Deputy Blane Lane was shot and killed in the line of duty, the woman facing murder charges in the case is standing trial.
Nearly three years after Polk County Deputy Blane Lane was shot and killed in the line of duty, the woman facing murder charges in the case is standing trial.
Florida DEP, Mosaic meet with neighbors over proposed underground wastewater wells
At a community meeting Tuesday night, neighbors could learn more about Mosaic’s proposal to drill two test wells that could eventually be used to inject treated wastewater deep underground.
At a community meeting Tuesday night, neighbors could learn more about Mosaic’s proposal to drill two test wells that could eventually be used to inject treated wastewater deep underground.
Sebring man found dead after Polk County car crash causes power outage: PCSO
A deadly car crash is under investigation in Polk County.
A deadly car crash is under investigation in Polk County.
DEP grants to enhance Lakeland lakes: New technology set for trial at Lake Morton
Lake Mirror is one of three city lakes with excessive nutrient levels that will be cleaned up.
Lake Mirror is one of three city lakes with excessive nutrient levels that will be cleaned up.
Illegal immigrants arrested after man struck in hit-and-run crash found dead inside mobile home: PCSO
Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd says a neighborhood party ended with a 21-year-old man dead and six illegal immigrants going to jail early Sunday morning.
Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd says a neighborhood party ended with a 21-year-old man dead and six illegal immigrants going to jail early Sunday morning.
Lakeland Electric first utility in country to pilot liquid nitrogen generation facility
Lakeland's utility company will be the first in the country to pilot a liquid nitrogen generation facility.
Lakeland's utility company will be the first in the country to pilot a liquid nitrogen generation facility.