2 Polk County men charged with 'taking a deer at night': FWC

The Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC) arrested two Polk County men after they were caught illegally taking wildlife at night, according to officials.

Florida Polytechnic University students build solar racing car for national competition

FOX 13's Carla Bayron got to take a solar car prototype for a spin on Florida Polytechnic University's campus Friday. Students are building the solar racing car from scratch.

Man charged with first-degree arson after setting Lakeland food pantry on fire: PCFR

A man was arrested and charged with first-degree arson after authorities said he set a Lakeland food pantry on fire Wednesday night just days before Thanksgiving.

New $170 million Davenport-area resort community expected to boost economy

If you want to visit a theme park in Orlando and an Airbnb just isn't for you, there will soon be a new resort-style, short-term stay option for you and your family.

Video: Florida man with ‘all gas, no brakes’ neck tattoo crashes after fleeing Polk County crime scene

A man has been arrested and a woman remains hospitalized after deputies say the couple was involved in a vehicle crash as they tried to flee from authorities in a Polk County subdivision following reports of car burglaries. 

Grady’s Judd’s ‘Sheriff on a Shelf’ is back for the holidays to benefit the Polk County Sheriff’s Charities

It’s that time of year when Santa is making a list and checking it twice, but Saint Nick isn’t the only one keeping an eye on how children are behaving. The Polk County Sheriff’s Office recently announced that its ‘Sheriff on a Shelf’ is back by popular demand.

Pedestrian injured in Lakeland hit-and-run, police searching for suspect

A 29-year-old man was taken to Lakeland Regional Health Center with critical injuries after a hit-and-run on Friday night, according to officers.

Man wanted for murdering homeless man in Polk County: PCSO

The Polk County Sheriff's Office issued a warrant for the arrest of a man who authorities said killed another man in a homeless camp in Winter Haven.

Holding on to hope: Polk County couple finally meets prisoner of war to return bracelet

Donald and Donna Rogers wore bracelets on their wrists for three decades, honoring prisoners of war during the Vietnam War. Like millions of other Americans in the 1970s, they purchased bracelets with names of POW's on them to keep their memory alive.

Polk County Jail program teaches inmates how to braid hair, gives second chance

Hair braiding may seem easy, but instructor and salon owner Alisha Hinton explained it actually takes time, dedication and patience. It's those skills that female inmates at the Polk County Jail will get through a class on how to braid hair. 

Tire Kingdom employee in Lake Wales charged with identity theft: Police

Lake Wales police say they started an investigation after a Tire Kingdom customer suspected that an employee was using his credit card number.

AdventHealth expanding emergency department in Davenport

Polk County is one of the fastest growing counties in the state and more people means there needs to be better access to medical care.