Polk Deputy Blane Lane remembered 1 year after being killed in line of duty: ‘He’s not going to be forgotten’
The mother of fallen Polk County Deputy Blane Lane is preparing to mark one year since his death in the line of duty.
The mother of fallen Polk County Deputy Blane Lane is preparing to mark one year since his death in the line of duty.
Traumatic Brain Injury Kit on ambulances aims to treat pediatric brain injuries on scene
Seconds matter when treating pediatric brain injuries, which is why Polk County first responders are now equipped with a life-saving tool.
Seconds matter when treating pediatric brain injuries, which is why Polk County first responders are now equipped with a life-saving tool.
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.
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.
Convicted killer eluded execution but dies in prison more than 42 years after murders: Deputies
A killer convicted in 1981 of three counts of first-degree murder died in prison on Saturday, according to the Polk County Sheriff's Office.
A killer convicted in 1981 of three counts of first-degree murder died in prison on Saturday, according to the Polk County Sheriff's Office.
Several Bay Area shelters to reduce adoption fees for national "Empty the Shelters" event
It's a problem impacting shelters nationwide: overcrowding due to record numbers of owner-surrender & stray intakes.
It's a problem impacting shelters nationwide: overcrowding due to record numbers of owner-surrender & stray intakes.
Driver suspected in deadly Polk County hit-and-run arrested as family mourns loss of 9-year-old boy
The driver involved in a hit-and-run crash that resulted in the death of a nine-year-old on Friday night has been arrested, according to authorities.
The driver involved in a hit-and-run crash that resulted in the death of a nine-year-old on Friday night has been arrested, according to authorities.
9-year-old child struck and killed in hit-and-run crash while riding bike; suspect at large: PCSO
The Polk County Sheriff's Office is investigating a fatal hit-and-run crash involving a child riding their bicycle Friday night.
The Polk County Sheriff's Office is investigating a fatal hit-and-run crash involving a child riding their bicycle Friday night.
Winter Haven family still searching for answers in death of loved one five years later
On this day, five years ago, a Winter Haven man was shot and killed in his sleep and the gunman has yet to be caught.
On this day, five years ago, a Winter Haven man was shot and killed in his sleep and the gunman has yet to be caught.
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.
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.
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.
Early Thursday morning, a pedestrian was hit by a Lexus while trying to cross the road in Lakeland, according to police.
Elementary school placed on heightened security after armed suspect flees in Lake Wales: Police
Polk Avenue Elementary School was placed on heightened security after police believed an armed suspect was near the school on Wednesday, according to officials.
Polk Avenue Elementary School was placed on heightened security after police believed an armed suspect was near the school on Wednesday, according to officials.
Polk County teacher, Disney employees among 219 arrested in human trafficking-focused bust: PCSO
Three Disney employees and a high school teacher and coach were among more than 200 arrested in a week-long, undercover human trafficking-focused operation in Polk County.
Three Disney employees and a high school teacher and coach were among more than 200 arrested in a week-long, undercover human trafficking-focused operation in Polk County.
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.
A Polk County mother of young children is pleading for change after catching numerous people speeding and illegally parking in a school zone.
Winter Haven shooting victim asked suspect to ‘drink and chill’ before gunfire erupted: Police
A Winter Haven man has been arrested after police say he shot a man six times outside his apartment.
A Winter Haven man has been arrested after police say he shot a man six times outside his apartment.
Police arrest attempted murder suspect caught on camera beating ex-girlfriend, good Samaritan in Haines City
A man Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd described as ‘evil’ has been arrested following an attack on a 64-year-old woman and a good Samaritan at a Haines City convenience store.
A man Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd described as ‘evil’ has been arrested following an attack on a 64-year-old woman and a good Samaritan at a Haines City convenience store.
LPD: 55-year-old man drives into two mailboxes and electric pole during fatal crash
Police are investigating what caused a 55-year-old man to drive off a Lakeland road on Tuesday morning.
Police are investigating what caused a 55-year-old man to drive off a Lakeland road on Tuesday morning.
Video: Polk deputies searching for suspect accused of beating 64-year-old ex-girlfriend, good Samaritan
The Polk County Sheriff’s Office is asking for help locating a man deputies say beat his ex-girlfriend and a good Samaritan who tried to stop the attack.
The Polk County Sheriff’s Office is asking for help locating a man deputies say beat his ex-girlfriend and a good Samaritan who tried to stop the attack.
Federal Air Marshal arrested in Lakeland, charged with domestic violence: PCSO
A Lakeland man was arrested and charged with domestic violence after he allegedly pushed his girlfriend during an argument, according to the Polk County Sheriff's Office.
A Lakeland man was arrested and charged with domestic violence after he allegedly pushed his girlfriend during an argument, according to the Polk County Sheriff's Office.
'Judd Java': Coffee company names brew after Polk Sheriff Grady Judd
When you purchase your next cup of coffee, you'll be able to support a local business and law enforcement at the same time.
When you purchase your next cup of coffee, you'll be able to support a local business and law enforcement at the same time.