Armed suspect shot, killed after threatening law enforcement officers with a knife in Polk County: Deputies

An armed man accused of stealing a vehicle in Polk County was shot and killed by law enforcement officers who say he punched a police sergeant, fought off a K9 and threatened them with a knife. 

Faith in Action: Polk ministry helps adults with disabilities gain independence

After high school, adults with special needs don't always get the support they need to keep growing. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the unemployment rate for people with a disability is about twice as high as those with no disability.

Lakeland police investigating rope tied like noose outside non-profit

Was it a hate crime or just a prank? The Lakeland Police Department is investigating an incident involving a rope tied to look like a noose found outside a non-profit organization.

16 cars, tractor-trailer involved in Polk County crash, police say

A tractor-trailer and 16 cars were involved in a crash in Polk County on Thursday night, according to the Lake Wales Police Department.

Three teens arrested in connection with drive-by shooting, police say

Three teens were arrested in connection with a drive-by shooting in West Lakeland on Wednesday morning, according to Polk County Sheriff's Office detectives.

LPD: 19-year-old pedestrian hit and killed in Lakeland crash

Early Thursday morning, a pedestrian was hit by a Lexus while trying to cross the road in Lakeland, according to police.

Polk County parent pleads for additional safety measures in school zone

A Polk County mother of young children is pleading for change after catching numerous people speeding and illegally parking in a school zone.