Governor Ron DeSantis signs 3 bills cracking down on illegal immigration
Three new bills aimed at cracking down on illegal immigration were signed into law on Friday.
Three new bills aimed at cracking down on illegal immigration were signed into law on Friday.
Experimental aircraft bursts into flames after crashing into Polk County field
Emergency responders credit a pilot’s quick thinking for keeping people safe when his experimental aircraft burst into flames after he crash landed in a Polk County field.
Emergency responders credit a pilot’s quick thinking for keeping people safe when his experimental aircraft burst into flames after he crash landed in a Polk County field.
More people moved to these US counties in 2023 than anywhere else
The U.S. Census Bureau released data on Thursday showing the top 10 counties in the country with the most population growth in 2023.
The U.S. Census Bureau released data on Thursday showing the top 10 counties in the country with the most population growth in 2023.
Lakeland men wanted in shooting that left 3-year-old boy dead: Police Chief
Days after a Lakeland shooting that left a 3-year-old boy dead, a search is underway for two men investigators believe were involved.
Days after a Lakeland shooting that left a 3-year-old boy dead, a search is underway for two men investigators believe were involved.
Bay Area man busted in child sex sting arrested after going on the run: ‘He’s a filthy-talking rascal'
A man Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd describes as a ‘filthy-talking rascal’ has been arrested after going on the lam following a multi-agency child sex sting.
A man Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd describes as a ‘filthy-talking rascal’ has been arrested after going on the lam following a multi-agency child sex sting.
Grieving families ripped off by Polk County man accused of stealing $155K in headstone scam
A Lakeland man is accused of ripping off dozens of widows and family members who lost a loved one.
A Lakeland man is accused of ripping off dozens of widows and family members who lost a loved one.
Lakeland family grieving after 3-year-old shot, killed inside car outside apartment complex
A family is left grieving the loss of a three-year-old boy who was shot and killed in a car outside a Lakeland apartment complex Monday night.
A family is left grieving the loss of a three-year-old boy who was shot and killed in a car outside a Lakeland apartment complex Monday night.
Polk County Sheriff’s Office bloodhound safely locates missing man with autism using pillow to track scent
You typically don’t want to be featured on one of the stock cards Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd puts on display, but when one of his deputies and K-9 partner graced the front of the iconic images, it wasn't because they earned a trip to the ‘Grady Town’ jail. Instead, they were being praised by the sheriff.
You typically don’t want to be featured on one of the stock cards Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd puts on display, but when one of his deputies and K-9 partner graced the front of the iconic images, it wasn't because they earned a trip to the ‘Grady Town’ jail. Instead, they were being praised by the sheriff.
3-year-old among 2 killed in Lakeland shooting: Police
Two people, including a three-year-old child, were killed and another was injured in a Lakeland shooting Monday night, according to police.
Two people, including a three-year-old child, were killed and another was injured in a Lakeland shooting Monday night, according to police.
Polk County in critical need of large animal veterinarians: USDA report
According to data from the University of Florida, Polk County's cattle industry contributes more than a billion dollars to the local economy every year. However, finding enough large animal veterinarians to help care for the animals hasn't been easy.
According to data from the University of Florida, Polk County's cattle industry contributes more than a billion dollars to the local economy every year. However, finding enough large animal veterinarians to help care for the animals hasn't been easy.
Lakes Wales to begin looking for new police chief amid nepotism, transparency concerns: Memo
The chief of the Lake Wales Police Department has been suspended for three days and put on notice that the city will begin looking for someone to fill his position in April after a human resources investigation revealed the appearance of nepotism within the department and the perception of lack of transparency.
The chief of the Lake Wales Police Department has been suspended for three days and put on notice that the city will begin looking for someone to fill his position in April after a human resources investigation revealed the appearance of nepotism within the department and the perception of lack of transparency.
Polk County child sex predator sting: 7 charged, 1 on the run after undercover investigation
Law enforcement officers have arrested seven suspects and are still searching for one more following a multi-agency undercover investigation that focused on sexual predators who target children.
Law enforcement officers have arrested seven suspects and are still searching for one more following a multi-agency undercover investigation that focused on sexual predators who target children.
2 Lakeland men arrested after damaging light poles while stealing wire: Police
Two Lakeland men suspected of stealing wire from light poles were arrested on Thursday morning, according to officials.
Two Lakeland men suspected of stealing wire from light poles were arrested on Thursday morning, according to officials.
Lake Wales man arrested after beating on window with gun, shooting at victim's vehicle: Police
A Lake Wales man was arrested for trying to kill another man early on Saturday morning, according to officials.
A Lake Wales man was arrested for trying to kill another man early on Saturday morning, according to officials.
Auburndale police officer was speeding 105 mph moments before ‘tragic’ crash that killed child: Report
An Auburndale police officer was speeding when he crashed into another vehicle last November, killing a five-year-old girl, according to a report from the Polk County Sheriff’s Office.
An Auburndale police officer was speeding when he crashed into another vehicle last November, killing a five-year-old girl, according to a report from the Polk County Sheriff’s Office.
Serial sex offender accused of exposing himself to women, kids in Winter Haven: ‘This ain’t his first rodeo’
A registered sex offender from Brevard County was arrested in Winter Haven after deputies say he exposed himself to children.
A registered sex offender from Brevard County was arrested in Winter Haven after deputies say he exposed himself to children.
23-year-old man arrested in Winter Haven for exposing himself to women: Police
A 23-year-old man was arrested in Winter Haven after police said he committed lewd acts in front of multiple women over the age of 60.
A 23-year-old man was arrested in Winter Haven after police said he committed lewd acts in front of multiple women over the age of 60.
'Absolutely heartbreaking': Man shoots girlfriend, then self at Winter Haven park, police say
The Winter Haven Police Department is investigating a murder-suicide that occurred late Wednesday night.
The Winter Haven Police Department is investigating a murder-suicide that occurred late Wednesday night.
Lake Wales city officials aim to redevelop historic hotel after lawsuit win
The City of Lake Wales is on track to owning a historic hotel in downtown once again.
The City of Lake Wales is on track to owning a historic hotel in downtown once again.
Bartow man accused of ‘viciously’ beating 4-month-old daughter to death: ‘He showed zero remorse’
A 4-month-old Polk County girl is dead and investigators say her father is responsible for taking her life.
A 4-month-old Polk County girl is dead and investigators say her father is responsible for taking her life.