19 people in Lakeland, Tampa indicted on gang activity, identity fraud and drug trafficking charges: DOJ
Nineteen people from two separate investigations, one in Tampa and one in Lakeland, were indicted on federal charges relating to gang activity, identity fraud and drug trafficking, according to U.S. Attorney Gregory Kehoe.
Nineteen people from two separate investigations, one in Tampa and one in Lakeland, were indicted on federal charges relating to gang activity, identity fraud and drug trafficking, according to U.S. Attorney Gregory Kehoe.
Lakeland Art Association Fine Art Exhibition highlights Central Florida artists
Since 1972, the annual Lakeland Arts Association Fine Art Exhibition hopes to highlight some of the best art from Central Florida artists.
Since 1972, the annual Lakeland Arts Association Fine Art Exhibition hopes to highlight some of the best art from Central Florida artists.
Crews battle 'dangerous and fast-moving' fire at Haines City commercial building
Heavy flames and smoke were coming out of a Haines City commercial building early on Tuesday morning, prompting a response from the Haines City Fire Department and Polk County Fire Rescue.
Heavy flames and smoke were coming out of a Haines City commercial building early on Tuesday morning, prompting a response from the Haines City Fire Department and Polk County Fire Rescue.
Pedestrian hit & killed by train, Polk deputies investigating
Polk County deputies are investigating after they say a train hit and killed a pedestrian early Tuesday in Auburndale.
Polk County deputies are investigating after they say a train hit and killed a pedestrian early Tuesday in Auburndale.
Talbot House’s proposed new Lakeland location raises concern about crime, drugs, traffic and property values
A community and homeless services provider in Lakeland may be moving to a new location, but some homeowners in that area are concerned about crime, traffic, and depreciating property values.
A community and homeless services provider in Lakeland may be moving to a new location, but some homeowners in that area are concerned about crime, traffic, and depreciating property values.
Video: Polk County deputies sell out 5th grader's lemonade stand
A Polk County 5th grader's lemonade stand sold out thanks to some unexpected customers.
A Polk County 5th grader's lemonade stand sold out thanks to some unexpected customers.
Doorbell camera captures man stealing new cellphone from home's front porch
The Polk County Sheriff's Office is looking for the person who stole a newly delivered package from a home in Auburndale.
The Polk County Sheriff's Office is looking for the person who stole a newly delivered package from a home in Auburndale.
Outdoor food hall 'Bowen Yard' to expand to keep up with local growth
An outdoor food hall and event space has plans to expand as more people move to the downtown Winter Haven area.
An outdoor food hall and event space has plans to expand as more people move to the downtown Winter Haven area.
Teen motorcyclist killed in crash at Polk County intersection
An 18-year-old died Thursday night after his motorcycle and an SUV crashed, according to the Polk County Sheriff's Office.
An 18-year-old died Thursday night after his motorcycle and an SUV crashed, according to the Polk County Sheriff's Office.
Grady Judd: 2 teens accused of ‘swatting’ boy in Polk County arrested in the Northeast
Two teenagers from the Northeast who are accused of ‘swatting’ a 12-year-old and his family in Poinciana have been brought to Polk County to face charges.
Two teenagers from the Northeast who are accused of ‘swatting’ a 12-year-old and his family in Poinciana have been brought to Polk County to face charges.
Repurposing hotels, pop-up markets: Lakeland reveals strategies to revitalize Memorial Boulevard
The City of Lakeland is sharing its vision of how to transform a long-time-neglected corridor into a vibrant and thriving gateway.
The City of Lakeland is sharing its vision of how to transform a long-time-neglected corridor into a vibrant and thriving gateway.
Polk State College launches first-ever welding program to meet critical work force needs
At a time when the demand for welders and machinists is at an all-time high, Polk State College has decided to launch its welding program.
At a time when the demand for welders and machinists is at an all-time high, Polk State College has decided to launch its welding program.
'It's a classic Stand Your Ground case,' trial expected to begin Monday in deadly tow yard shooting
The trial for a man accused of shooting and killing another man in front of his tow yard in Mulberry is expected to start on Monday.
The trial for a man accused of shooting and killing another man in front of his tow yard in Mulberry is expected to start on Monday.
Bartow community rallies behind pastor who claims racial profiling, harassment by police during traffic stop
A well-known pastor is calling for change at the police department after he says he was racially profiled and harassed.
A well-known pastor is calling for change at the police department after he says he was racially profiled and harassed.
Local driving school reacts to state's new driver's education course requirement
Teenagers will now have to complete a driver's education course in order to get their learner's permit.
Teenagers will now have to complete a driver's education course in order to get their learner's permit.
Lake Wales High School to use metal detectors for next school year
Lake Wales High School will be implementing a new safety measure this upcoming school year.
Lake Wales High School will be implementing a new safety measure this upcoming school year.
Florida teen threatens to shoot up McDonald's over wrong order: PCSO
An 18-year-old apparently wasn't “lovin' it" when he received his McDonald's order, with Polk County deputies saying he called the fast food restaurant multiple times threatening to shoot it up.
An 18-year-old apparently wasn't “lovin' it" when he received his McDonald's order, with Polk County deputies saying he called the fast food restaurant multiple times threatening to shoot it up.
Suspect hospitalized after shooting at wife, deputy during standoff: Sheriff Grady Judd
A mental health crisis which escalated into a stand-off has left the suspect in critical condition after he pointed a semi-automatic gun at law enforcement, according to Polk County Sheriff’s Office.
A mental health crisis which escalated into a stand-off has left the suspect in critical condition after he pointed a semi-automatic gun at law enforcement, according to Polk County Sheriff’s Office.
4th of July celebrations across the Tampa Bay Area: what to know
As we approach the 4th of July, there are many communities and local groups that are putting on celebrations across the Tampa Bay Area that you won't want to miss.
As we approach the 4th of July, there are many communities and local groups that are putting on celebrations across the Tampa Bay Area that you won't want to miss.
Nonprofit launches disaster home repair pilot program in Polk County
A pilot program that helps families strengthen and repair their homes after disasters is now in Polk County.
A pilot program that helps families strengthen and repair their homes after disasters is now in Polk County.