Video: Polk County deputy survives shot to the chest thanks to bulletproof vest
The Polk County Sheriff's Office released surveillance video from a nearby home of a shooting that could have been tragic for a deputy and his family, but wasn't thanks to a bulletproof vest, a St. Michael’s medallion and the "good Lord," according to Sheriff Grady Judd.
The Polk County Sheriff's Office released surveillance video from a nearby home of a shooting that could have been tragic for a deputy and his family, but wasn't thanks to a bulletproof vest, a St. Michael’s medallion and the "good Lord," according to Sheriff Grady Judd.
Man found dead in Bartow homicide, police say
The Bartow Police Department is investigating a homicide after they say a man was found dead Saturday morning.
The Bartow Police Department is investigating a homicide after they say a man was found dead Saturday morning.
Bonnet Springs Park expected to open soon after Hurricane Ian delay
It's the 11th hour for Lakeland's newest attraction, Bonnet Springs Park. After more than two years under construction, the park is going to hold its grand opening next weekend.
It's the 11th hour for Lakeland's newest attraction, Bonnet Springs Park. After more than two years under construction, the park is going to hold its grand opening next weekend.
Polk deputy wearing bulletproof vest shot in Davenport neighborhood; suspect in custody, officials say
Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd credits a bulletproof vest, a St. Michael’s medallion and the "good Lord," for saving the life of a deputy who was shot in the chest Wednesday night.
Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd credits a bulletproof vest, a St. Michael’s medallion and the "good Lord," for saving the life of a deputy who was shot in the chest Wednesday night.
Polk Sheriff's Office breaks ground on new substation in Poinciana
The Polk County Sheriff's Office broke ground on its new substation in Poinciana Wednesday. The new district office is being built on Marigold Avenue right next to the Polk County Fire Rescue station.
The Polk County Sheriff's Office broke ground on its new substation in Poinciana Wednesday. The new district office is being built on Marigold Avenue right next to the Polk County Fire Rescue station.
Toddler ejected and killed in DUI crash, 5-year-old child seriously injured, Polk sheriff says
A toddler was killed and a 5-year-old boy was seriously injured in an overnight DUI crash in Polk City, authorities said.
A toddler was killed and a 5-year-old boy was seriously injured in an overnight DUI crash in Polk City, authorities said.
Polk County deputy laid to rest after he was killed in the line of duty by friendly fire
It was a somber day in Lakeland as hundreds of law enforcement officers from across the state turned out to watch Polk County Deputy Blane Lane be laid to rest. He was 21 years old when he was killed in the line of duty by friendly fire.
It was a somber day in Lakeland as hundreds of law enforcement officers from across the state turned out to watch Polk County Deputy Blane Lane be laid to rest. He was 21 years old when he was killed in the line of duty by friendly fire.
Some residents still without power in Peace River Village after Hurricane Ian
Power has been restored for the vast majority of Floridians after Hurricane Ian, but it has not for many people who live in Peace River Village on SR 60 in Bartow, which is still flooded.
Power has been restored for the vast majority of Floridians after Hurricane Ian, but it has not for many people who live in Peace River Village on SR 60 in Bartow, which is still flooded.
PCSO: Teen hits, kills man walking across Polk County highway
The Polk County Sheriff’s Office is investigating after they say a 17-year-old female hit and killed a man as he tried to cross U.S. 27 near Frostproof Friday night.
The Polk County Sheriff’s Office is investigating after they say a 17-year-old female hit and killed a man as he tried to cross U.S. 27 near Frostproof Friday night.
Bobcat captured in Lakeland after killing one royal swan, dozens of ducks
A bobcat that killed one of Lakeland's royal swans has been captured. The cat began terrorizing Highland Village, a mobile home park where the swan and her mate were living, a few weeks ago.
A bobcat that killed one of Lakeland's royal swans has been captured. The cat began terrorizing Highland Village, a mobile home park where the swan and her mate were living, a few weeks ago.
Hurricane Ian debris cleanup in Polk County could take at least three months
Polk County crews are working from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. seven days a week to clean up the debris left behind by Hurricane Ian, and it still could three to four months to get the job done.
Polk County crews are working from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. seven days a week to clean up the debris left behind by Hurricane Ian, and it still could three to four months to get the job done.
Woman charged with second-degree murder in death of Polk County deputy
A woman is facing second-degree murder charges in the death of Polk County deputy Blane Lane.
A woman is facing second-degree murder charges in the death of Polk County deputy Blane Lane.
Polk County deputy killed in line of duty had dreams of becoming the next sheriff
Polk County Deputy Blane Lane had dreams of becoming a law enforcement officer. After graduating from Mulberry High, he joined an academy, knowing he wanted to be the next Sheriff Grady Judd. He was shot and killed by friendly fire this week. He was 21.
Polk County Deputy Blane Lane had dreams of becoming a law enforcement officer. After graduating from Mulberry High, he joined an academy, knowing he wanted to be the next Sheriff Grady Judd. He was shot and killed by friendly fire this week. He was 21.
Two injured in officer-involved shooting in Winter Haven, police say
An investigation is underway into an officer-involved shooting in Winter Haven, just hours after a Polk County deputy was shot and killed while serving a warrant in Polk City.
An investigation is underway into an officer-involved shooting in Winter Haven, just hours after a Polk County deputy was shot and killed while serving a warrant in Polk City.
Polk sheriff: 21-year-old deputy accidentally killed by friendly fire while serving warrant in Polk City
Loved ones and fellow law enforcement officers are mourning the loss of a 21-year-old Polk County deputy who was killed by gunfire from a fellow deputy's gun while serving a warrant in Polk City early Tuesday morning.
Loved ones and fellow law enforcement officers are mourning the loss of a 21-year-old Polk County deputy who was killed by gunfire from a fellow deputy's gun while serving a warrant in Polk City early Tuesday morning.
Winter Haven trucking company delivers clean water to Lee County hospitals, shelter after Hurricane Ian
Clean water is one of the biggest needs in the Fort Myers area as they recover from Hurricane Ian. A trucking company based in Winter Haven is working to fill that need by delivering thousands of gallons of water to hospitals and shelters.
Clean water is one of the biggest needs in the Fort Myers area as they recover from Hurricane Ian. A trucking company based in Winter Haven is working to fill that need by delivering thousands of gallons of water to hospitals and shelters.
Frostproof church surrounded by storm water in the aftermath of Hurricane Ian
First Hilltop Baptist Church in Frostproof is surrounded by a sea of storm water in the aftermath of Hurricane Ian. This is the third time the church has flooded in the last 100 years, and the worst time.
First Hilltop Baptist Church in Frostproof is surrounded by a sea of storm water in the aftermath of Hurricane Ian. This is the third time the church has flooded in the last 100 years, and the worst time.
Polk County schools will reopen after 5-day closure due to Hurricane Ian
Polk County schools will reopen Tuesday, October 4, after closing ahead of Hurricane Ian. Polk Superintendent Frederick Reid said power has been restored to all schools in the county and clean up is complete.
Polk County schools will reopen Tuesday, October 4, after closing ahead of Hurricane Ian. Polk Superintendent Frederick Reid said power has been restored to all schools in the county and clean up is complete.
Passenger killed when truck hits downed tree in Lake Wales
A 22-year-old man is dead, and a 70-year-old man was injured, when their truck collided with a downed tree on a Lake Wales roadway Saturday morning.
A 22-year-old man is dead, and a 70-year-old man was injured, when their truck collided with a downed tree on a Lake Wales roadway Saturday morning.
Hurricane Ian cleanup continues in Polk County
Polk County residents continue cleaning up after Hurricane Ian.
Polk County residents continue cleaning up after Hurricane Ian.