Polling Location Checks For Lakeland, Fort Meade, Winter Haven

The Polk County Supervisor of Elections Office recommends voters check their polling places prior to leaving to cast ballots Tuesday.

BayCare Health System: St. Joseph's Children's Hospital Brings Expert Pediatric Hematology-Oncology Care To Polk County

Children diagnosed with blood disorders or cancers who live in or near Polk County now have access to expert care closer to home. St. Jo ...

See Voting Tips Here For Nov 2 Municipal Elections In Polk Cities

A checklist for voters has been provided by the Polk County Supervisor of Elections helping residents have a smooth voting process.

5-Year-Old Girl Killed In Hit-And-Run Crash On SR 60: Sheriff

A man faces several charges after the Polk County Sheriff's Office accused him of driving under the influence resulting in a fatal crash

Suspect Accused Of Killing In New Jersey Found In Polk: Sheriff

The Polk County Sheriff's Office arrested a man wanted out of New Jersey on charges of murder, kidnapping, carjacking and weapons.

1 Killed, 2 Injured In Hwy 98 Motorcycle Crash By Target: Police

The Lakeland Police Department is seeking information from anyone who may have witnessed a fatal crash Saturday afternoon.

$72,000 Worth Of Opioids: Lakeland Man Found Guilty In Court

A federal jury at a Tampa court found a defendant guilty recently for illegally having fentanyl with plans to sell it at street value.

Motorcyclist Hit Twice In Fatal Crash Involving Patrol Car, Truck

A Lakeland man died on Interstate 4 in Polk County when his motorcycle was involved in a wreck with a truck and Florida Highway Patrol car.

Man Accused Of Killing Polk City Aunt Wanted By Deputies: Cops

The Polk County Sheriff's Office believes the suspect who is accused of killing his aunt at her home could be headed to Texas in a Toyota.

Publix Heiress Gave Group $150K To Promote Jan. 6 Rally: Report

Julie Jenkins Fancelli, daughter of the founder of Publix Super Markets, also helped finance the pro-Trump rally held in Washington, D.C.

Meat Recalls In Florida: Butterball Turkey And Beef Gravy

Meat recalls in Florida address plastic found in ground turkey and unacceptable lead levels in beef gravy products.

Manslaughter Investigation Friday Morning In Polk City: Sheriff

Detectives have begun an investigation Friday morning following a homicide. Officers have not released the number of deaths.

Lakeland Orange Cup Regatta To Bring Final Powerboat Season Races

Lake Hollingsworth hosts the 83rd powerboat race in Lakeland wrapping up the American Powerboat Association's season. It's free to see.

Pay Raise Approved For Paraeducators, Clerical Personnel In Polk

Polk Education Association reached a two-year agreement regarding salaries and health care benefits for certain school employees.

Lakeland-Area Unemployment Rate Decreases In August: Feds

The Polk County unemployment rate improved somewhat during the late summer.

World's First Peppa Pig Theme Park Tickets On Sale

Peppa Pig Theme Park opening in Winter Haven early 2022 has a limited number of tickets available to the public for its grand opening.

50,000 Desk Shields Ordered For Elementary Polk Students: School

Many students will attend class with desk shields to help prevent the spread of COVID-19. The plastic shields will be issued to K - 5.

Accused Killer Wants Insanity Defense In Family Massacre Trial

A lawyer for Bryan Riley who is accused of killing a Polk County family in September requested extra time from judge for insanity plea.

Car Of Missing Man Found Submerged In Lake Martha: Police

The Winter Haven Police Department and Polk County Sheriff's Office have begun an investigation after the discovery of a car under water.

DeSantis Announces $9M Grant Adding 5,000 Jobs In Winter Haven

Jobs in manufacturing, technical and logistics industries are expected to develop during the next five years with the funding.

Toppled Semi-Trailer In Lakeland Causes Delays Near Memorial

Drivers will need to find an alternate route on Memorial Boulevard near Florida Avenue as authorities work to remove a semi trailer.

Traffic Returns To Normal On I-4 Following Vehicle Fire

Drivers experienced longer than usual delays along Interstate-4 Monday morning due to a vehicle fire blocking two lanes of traffic.

Motorcycle Gang Shootout On I-4 Critically Injures Passenger: Cop

Polk County Sheriff's deputies investigated a gunfire exchange between two motorcycle gang members Friday morning as they drove to Orlando.

Home Prices In Lakeland Area Continue To Rise

The Lakeland area has experienced explosive home price growth this past year and prices are still moving upward.

Lakeland Firefighter Beats Cancer + Memorial Service Honors Cops

Here is your five-minute guide to news around Lakeland.

Free College Fair To Have More Than 70 Participating Institutes

The upcoming Polk District College Fair gives families the opportunity to learn more about colleges their kids are interested in, and more.

Polk County Schools Hiring For Crossing Guards

Schools in Lakeland, Lake Wales and Davenport are accepting applications for part-time and substitute crossing guards.

Mail-In Ballots Available At Elections Office For Nov 2 Voting

Registered voters of Fort Meade, Lakeland and Winter Haven can request vote-by-mail ballots online or by calling the elections staff.

304 Total Charges Against 3 Teen Brothers In Burglaries: Police

Polk sheriff's deputies found three teens hiding in a large plant in a back yard after a car burglary rampage; they face 304 total charges.

Lakeland Memorial Service To Remember 35 Cops Who Died On Duty

The 33rd Annual Polk County Peace Officers' Memorial Service will add two officers who died in 2019 and 2020 to the wall Thursday.

Polk County Technician Recognized With Award For Performance

Christopher Taylor is the recipient of the Best Young Tech Award, which honors a passionate up and comer in the service repair field.

Rockestra Program's Popularity Earns Polk County Teacher Award

George Jenkins High School teacher Shelby Montgomery was honored for a creative program that blends orchestral and rock music into one.

Electrician Charged With Killing Boss, 2 Others In Attack: Police

Shaun Runyon, 39, attacked four people with a baseball bat and knife in a scene Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd described as "horrific".

Grown Man Poses As 17-Year-Old To Have Sex With Girl: Sheriff

A Lakeland man is accused of using social media to send nude photos of himself to a girl. He tried to trick her and parents about his age.

Voter Registration Deadline Approaching: Here's Where To Register

Lakeland, Fort Meade and Winter Haven residents who haven't registered for the upcoming November 2 municipal elections have until Monday.

More Than 2,000 Child Porn Images Found On 16 Suspects: Cops

A month-long investigation by the Polk County Sheriff's Office led to finding sexual images and videos of children on suspects' phones.

Teacher Accused Of Inciting Kathleen High School Protest: Report

Fifteen students and one teacher face charges after Monday morning's rowdy protest against high school Principal Daraford Jones.

Woman Found Guilty Of Murdering Child: State Attorney's Office

A Polk County woman will be sentenced to life in prison without parole for murdering her boyfriend's child. The victim had over 37 injuries.

Man Confesses To Mom, 'I Just Killed My Girlfriend': Sheriff

An Auburndale man faces a first degree murder charge after authorities found his girlfriend's body buried outside their RV.

Death Penalty Sought For Man Accused In Family Massacre

Prosecutors said the killings of four Gleason family members by Bryan Riley was cold and calculated, so he should face the death penalty.