Inside Amazon Air’s high-speed Lakeland operation
Ever wondered how your Amazon package makes it to your doorstep in less than 24 hours?
Ever wondered how your Amazon package makes it to your doorstep in less than 24 hours?
Polk County child death: Grandmother arrested in March car incident
A Polk County grandmother was arrested months after her 1-year-old granddaughter died in the backseat of her car.
A Polk County grandmother was arrested months after her 1-year-old granddaughter died in the backseat of her car.
Bok Tower Gardens competes in global giant waterlily weigh-off
A central Florida botanical garden shattered its own record after growing a massive Victoria waterlily leaf capable of supporting nearly 286 pounds.
A central Florida botanical garden shattered its own record after growing a massive Victoria waterlily leaf capable of supporting nearly 286 pounds.
Stop-arm cameras catch 94 drivers passing Polk County school buses on first day
Polk County law enforcement officers are cracking down on drivers who illegally pass stopped school buses equipped with automated safety cameras.
Polk County law enforcement officers are cracking down on drivers who illegally pass stopped school buses equipped with automated safety cameras.
Winter Haven woman 'looking for cigarettes' accused of trying to open neighbor's car doors: WHPD
A Winter Haven woman told police she was looking for cigarettes when they asked why she was pulling on the door handles of two vehicles belonging to her neighbor.
A Winter Haven woman told police she was looking for cigarettes when they asked why she was pulling on the door handles of two vehicles belonging to her neighbor.
Pleas for safety improvements after Eagle Lake crash claims life of volunteer chaplain
A Polk County Fire Rescue volunteer chaplain died Wednesday morning after deputies say a dump truck driver ran a red light and struck his vehicle at an Eagle Lake intersection.
A Polk County Fire Rescue volunteer chaplain died Wednesday morning after deputies say a dump truck driver ran a red light and struck his vehicle at an Eagle Lake intersection.
Auburndale man accused of shooting at woman, child during dispute: Police
Auburndale police arrested a man after they said he fired two shots at his girlfriend and her young child during a domestic dispute Thursday.
Auburndale police arrested a man after they said he fired two shots at his girlfriend and her young child during a domestic dispute Thursday.
Publix ditches longtime checkout lane rule in major change for shoppers
Publix shoppers may notice a change the next time they head for the express checkout lane.
Publix shoppers may notice a change the next time they head for the express checkout lane.
Polk County Fire Rescue mourns volunteer chaplain killed in crash
A beloved Polk County Fire Rescue chaplain died Wednesday morning when a dump truck ran a red light and crashed into his car in Eagle Lake.
A beloved Polk County Fire Rescue chaplain died Wednesday morning when a dump truck ran a red light and crashed into his car in Eagle Lake.
Polk County deputies crack down on saw palmetto berry thefts
Deputies in Polk County are cracking down on illegal saw palmetto berry harvesters who target private property to profit off high pharmaceutical demand.
Deputies in Polk County are cracking down on illegal saw palmetto berry harvesters who target private property to profit off high pharmaceutical demand.
Polk County Fire Rescue volunteer chaplain dies on duty following Eagle Lake crash
A Polk County Fire Rescue volunteer chaplain died Wednesday while driving between stations in the Eagle Lake area, according to the fire department.
A Polk County Fire Rescue volunteer chaplain died Wednesday while driving between stations in the Eagle Lake area, according to the fire department.
Woman found dead in backyard during Highland City house fire
A woman was found dead after a suspected gunshot wound in the backyard of a burning home in Highland City on Wednesday morning, according to Polk County Fire Rescue.
A woman was found dead after a suspected gunshot wound in the backyard of a burning home in Highland City on Wednesday morning, according to Polk County Fire Rescue.
Lakeland Linder International Airport upgrades: New gates and air taxis coming
Lakeland Linder International Airport is launching major infrastructure upgrades backed by new federal grants to accommodate airline growth and futuristic air taxi testing.
Lakeland Linder International Airport is launching major infrastructure upgrades backed by new federal grants to accommodate airline growth and futuristic air taxi testing.
K9 Ace honored with Commendation for Valor after losing leg in Polk County shooting
Polk County Sheriff's Office K9 Ace was honored by the Polk County Board of Commissioners Tuesday after being shot multiple times in the line of duty and losing his left front leg.
Polk County Sheriff's Office K9 Ace was honored by the Polk County Board of Commissioners Tuesday after being shot multiple times in the line of duty and losing his left front leg.
NFL team subs return to Publix for game day
Publix is bringing back its limited-edition NFL team-themed sandwiches at select store locations to give football fans a customized bite for game-day tailgates and home watch parties.
Publix is bringing back its limited-edition NFL team-themed sandwiches at select store locations to give football fans a customized bite for game-day tailgates and home watch parties.
Publix launches 2026 limited-edition fall ice cream flavors
Publix launched its limited-edition fall ice cream lineup in half-gallon and pint containers to help shoppers channel autumn during late-summer heat.
Publix launched its limited-edition fall ice cream lineup in half-gallon and pint containers to help shoppers channel autumn during late-summer heat.
Wanted Florida man caught hiding under mattress yells for mom who tried to punch officer: WHPD
Police arrested a Winter Haven man and his mother Saturday after he tried hiding under a mattress and she tried to punch an officer serving an arrest warrant.
Police arrested a Winter Haven man and his mother Saturday after he tried hiding under a mattress and she tried to punch an officer serving an arrest warrant.
Polk County commissioner proposes 1% infrastructure sales tax to offset Amendment 3
A Polk County leader is proposing a major tax swap to prevent severe budget cuts if Florida voters approve Amendment 3.
A Polk County leader is proposing a major tax swap to prevent severe budget cuts if Florida voters approve Amendment 3.
Winter Haven food truck owners accused of using lost debit card for $1.4K in purchases: Police
A pair of Winter Haven food truck owners were arrested after police say they used a woman's debit card after she accidentally dropped it at a gas station, making more than $1,400 in purchases during a shopping spree.
A pair of Winter Haven food truck owners were arrested after police say they used a woman's debit card after she accidentally dropped it at a gas station, making more than $1,400 in purchases during a shopping spree.
Bicyclist dies after being hit by car near Lakeland: PCSO
A bicyclist was killed after being hit by a car Saturday night near Lakeland, according to the Polk County Sheriff's Office.
A bicyclist was killed after being hit by a car Saturday night near Lakeland, according to the Polk County Sheriff's Office.