Bicyclist identified after deadly Amtrak train crash in Lakeland
The man who was hit and killed by an Amtrak train in east Lakeland on Monday afternoon has been identified as 65-year-old Joseph Evju, according to the Polk County Sheriff's Office.
Developer of proposed Emilie Springs project addresses homeowner concerns
The city of Bartow will be reviewing a proposed large-scale community that has received some push back from concerned homeowners.
Bicyclist dead after being hit by train in Lakeland
A bicyclist is dead after being hit by a train near US 92 at the intersection of East Side Drive in east Lakeland Monday afternoon, according to deputies.
Suspect with lengthy rap sheet arrested for alleged Pam Bondi 'murder-for-hire' scheme: FBI
A Minnesota man with a history of violent offenses is facing federal charges after allegedly posting a TikTok video that offered a $45,000 bounty for the killing of U.S. Attorney General Pam Bondi, prompting an FBI investigation that spanned two states.
Grady Judd: Suspect in stolen vehicle with meth pipe floors truck at Haines City officer who shot, killed him
A suspect is dead and two Haines City police officers are on administrative leave following a deadly shooting early Sunday morning.
Lakeland man on electric scooter hit, killed by car in Polk County
A Lakeland man riding an electric scooter was killed in a crash on US 92 at Fairway Avenue Friday evening, according to Polk County deputies.
Polk County Toys for Tots ramps up efforts to bring holiday joy to thousands of children
We all have Halloween and Thanksgiving on our minds, but it's not too early to start thinking about toys for Christmas.
Central Polk Parkway extension to improve safety, better access to I-4
The Central Polk Parkway will be extended 2.6 miles from U.S. 17/State Road 35 to State Road 60.
Polk County teacher accused of lying about being ‘shoulder checked’ by fellow educator at school
A Polk County teacher from Lake Shipp Elementary School was arrested on Wednesday after deputies say she falsely reported being ‘shoulder-checked’ by another teacher at school for the second time in five years.
Auburndale city manager charged with battery of bar employee
After a 10-month investigation, the state attorney general's office charged the current Auburndale city manager with battery.
Florida man 'living a seemingly normal life' arrested 4 decades after double murder, arson: LWPD
More than four decades after a double murder in Lake Wales, a man that detectives say has been “living a seemingly normal life in Tampa," is now in custody.
Tech firm, Florida Poly launches a cybersecurity center to design solutions for digital threats of tomorrow
A local tech firm and Florida Polytechnic University are joining forces to train students to protect the STEM institution and businesses from ongoing digital attacks.
Arrest warrant issued for Guatemalan man after Lakeland hit-and-run
An arrest warrant has been issued for a Guatemalan man after a hit-and-run that hospitalized a 28-year-old man on October 9, according to the Polk County Sheriff's Office.
'It was just a McMess:' Grady Judd describing angry McDonald's customer shot by employee after dispute
A Davenport McDonald's employee and two customers are facing charges after an argument in the drive-thru line ended with a shooting inside the store early on Sunday morning, according to the Polk County Sheriff's Office.
Gov. DeSantis touts ‘Moving Florida Forward’ initiative, accelerating projects in Tampa Bay area
Governor Ron DeSantis visited Bartow on Thursday with Florida Department of Transportation Secretary Jared Purdue to announce several projects that have been accelerated because of the ‘Moving Florida Forward’ initiative.
Polk State College drops African-American Studies course to align with new state law
An African-American studies course is no longer being taught at Polk State College because, according to officials there, it didn't comply with state law.
Naked Florida woman accused of battery punches firefighter trying to get her to cover up: PCSO
A battery complaint ended with a naked Florida woman wearing handcuffs after investigators said she punched a female firefighter who tried to get her to cover up.
Publix ice cream recall: Here’s what to know
Publix has voluntarily recalled one of its ice creams that was sold in Florida.
Hooters manager running for mayor of Lakeland
A 24-year-old Lakelander is one of the youngest candidates ever running for mayor.
Lakeland World War II veteran reaches milestone before passing away
World War II veteran Edwin Gideons grew up as the youngest of 11 in his family. Times were tough in the 1930s in rural Florida, so he was helping out at home as best he could long before he joined the service.