Contest being held to determine who gets to implode the Macintosh Power Plant with one push
In a few weeks, Lakeland Electric is going to implode the remaining part of the McIntosh Power Plant, but who gets to push the button?
In a few weeks, Lakeland Electric is going to implode the remaining part of the McIntosh Power Plant, but who gets to push the button?
‘Overwhelmed’ Polk County bus aide arrested on child abuse charges, deputies say
A school bus aide in Polk County is facing child abuse charges after investigators say she grabbed a student on an exceptional student education (ESE) bus and forced him into a seat.
A school bus aide in Polk County is facing child abuse charges after investigators say she grabbed a student on an exceptional student education (ESE) bus and forced him into a seat.
Lakeland police still searching for answers in 2020 shooting that killed 1, injured 3
The last two years have seemed like an eternity for the Lamones' family. They were the target of a shooting back on Christmas Eve in 2020, and it took the life of one family member and injured three others.
The last two years have seemed like an eternity for the Lamones' family. They were the target of a shooting back on Christmas Eve in 2020, and it took the life of one family member and injured three others.
‘He should be locked up’: Polk teacher’s assistant arrested for sexual offense on a student
A teacher’s assistant at Poinciana Christian Preparatory School was arrested after investigators say he kissed a student against her will, touched her inappropriately and asked her to send him nude photos.
A teacher’s assistant at Poinciana Christian Preparatory School was arrested after investigators say he kissed a student against her will, touched her inappropriately and asked her to send him nude photos.
Polk County deputy arrested for DUI
At around 3 in the morning on Saturday, Bartow Police responded to a single vehicle crash off the roadway of Highway 60 in Bartow near Main Street.
At around 3 in the morning on Saturday, Bartow Police responded to a single vehicle crash off the roadway of Highway 60 in Bartow near Main Street.
Lakeland man among 6 killed in Mississippi shooting rampage
A lone gunman killed six people at multiple locations in a tiny rural community in northern Mississippi Friday. Among the dead are the man's ex-wife, his stepfather and a man from Lakeland, according to the local sheriff.
A lone gunman killed six people at multiple locations in a tiny rural community in northern Mississippi Friday. Among the dead are the man's ex-wife, his stepfather and a man from Lakeland, according to the local sheriff.
Polk County man accused of ramming through Bartow cemetery, crashing into nearby home
A Polk County man was arrested after ramming through a fence at Wildwood Cemetery in Bartow, running down headstones and crashing into a home.
A Polk County man was arrested after ramming through a fence at Wildwood Cemetery in Bartow, running down headstones and crashing into a home.
Woman who was human trafficked as a baby helps other victims: 'They are scared'
A human trafficking victim is using her experience to help others.
A human trafficking victim is using her experience to help others.
More than 200 arrested in Polk County human trafficking bust
More than 20 women believed to have been trafficked into the U.S. and forced into sex work were rescued during a week-long operation in Polk County. More than 200 people were arrested during operation, as well.
More than 20 women believed to have been trafficked into the U.S. and forced into sex work were rescued during a week-long operation in Polk County. More than 200 people were arrested during operation, as well.
New task force takes aim at gangs after major uptick in drive-by shootings in Polk County
The Polk County Sheriff's Office is joining forces with a dozen law enforcement agencies to crack down on gangs.
The Polk County Sheriff's Office is joining forces with a dozen law enforcement agencies to crack down on gangs.
Lakeland drive-by shooting: 5 suspects, 2 persons-of-interest named by federal officials
Four suspects have been arrested and one is dead after a drive-by shooting in Lakeland that injured 11 people, two of which are still in the hospital.
Four suspects have been arrested and one is dead after a drive-by shooting in Lakeland that injured 11 people, two of which are still in the hospital.
Lakeland considers regulating food giveaways for those struggling with homelessness at Munn Park
City commissioners are considering regulating how, and possibly where, mass feedings can take place. Right now, many take place in Munn Park in downtown Lakeland.
City commissioners are considering regulating how, and possibly where, mass feedings can take place. Right now, many take place in Munn Park in downtown Lakeland.
Polk sheriff: Teen critical but stable after walking in front of truck on the way to Davenport High
A 15-year-old girl who stepped in front of a vehicle while walking to school Tuesday morning is critical but stable in the hospital, according to Polk County Sheriff's Grady Judd.
A 15-year-old girl who stepped in front of a vehicle while walking to school Tuesday morning is critical but stable in the hospital, according to Polk County Sheriff's Grady Judd.
Lakeland Police Department to loosen tattoo policy in hopes of recruiting younger officers
The Lakeland Police Department is loosening its tattoo policy with hopes of recruiting more young officers into the agency.
The Lakeland Police Department is loosening its tattoo policy with hopes of recruiting more young officers into the agency.
The Bodega Market bringing first corner store in years to Lakeland
Lakeland is getting its first corner store in years with The Bodega Market opening this weekend.
Lakeland is getting its first corner store in years with The Bodega Market opening this weekend.
Pickup truck slams through Polk County Dollar Tree
First responders were called after a pickup truck crashed into a Dollar Tree in Haines City on Friday.
First responders were called after a pickup truck crashed into a Dollar Tree in Haines City on Friday.
Winter Haven man accused of having sex with 17-year-old, police say
A 28-year-old man was arrested after meeting a teen at her fast-food job and began having sex with her during her breaks, according to Winter Haven police.
A 28-year-old man was arrested after meeting a teen at her fast-food job and began having sex with her during her breaks, according to Winter Haven police.
Lakeland police investigating after pickup truck crashes into Waller Centre
A pickup truck is sitting halfway through the wall of the Waller Construction and Design Center in Lakeland. Police are investigating what led up to the crash.
A pickup truck is sitting halfway through the wall of the Waller Construction and Design Center in Lakeland. Police are investigating what led up to the crash.
'I can't even imagine': Changes coming after Lake Wales teen struck, killed while waiting for school bus
Changes are coming to Lake Wales following the death of a 13-year-old who was waiting for the school bus last week.
Changes are coming to Lake Wales following the death of a 13-year-old who was waiting for the school bus last week.
Lakeland's Texas Cattle Company aims to reopen in 3 weeks after fire
One of Lakeland’s most popular and iconic restaurants caught on fire early Tuesday morning.
One of Lakeland’s most popular and iconic restaurants caught on fire early Tuesday morning.