87 Veterans Will Be Flown From Lakeland To D.C. Tuesday

Mission No. 6 will honor veterans by flying them from Lakeland to Washington, D.C., for a one-day visit to see veteran memorials.

Mother Of 2-Year-Old Lakeland Boy Killed Now Faces Charges

The mother of a 2-year-old who was beaten to death April 8 faces charges of child abuse and accessory after the fact, reports said.

College Financial Aid Applications In Lakeland Area: Compare To FL

FAFSA completions are down nationally. Here is how Lakeland area high schools have done so far.

Mom, 4-Month-Old Son Killed In Crash With Train: Sheriff

A mother and her baby died when the car that carried them was split in two as a train slammed into it Thursday afternoon in Frostproof.

Panther Point Trail Increases To 8 Miles

The newly added trailhead to Panther Point connects Mashall Hampton Reserve to the Fort Fraser Trail, officials said.

Polk Inmates Will Start To Receive COVID-19 Vaccines

The Polk County Sheriff's Office and Florida Department of Health are making Moderna vaccines available to inmates in local jails.

National Prescription Drug Take Back Day 2021: Lakeland Location

Nearly 1 million pounds of prescription drugs were collected during the last take-back event in October 2020.

Polk County Vaccination Rate Lags Behind: Report

Polk County recently hosted its first vaccine walk up-clinic since the start of the pandemic more than a year ago.

Update: Check Hospital Capacity In Lakeland Area

See how the ongoing coronavirus pandemic has affected hospital capacity in Polk County and across FL.

Make Mother’s Day Brunch, Dinner Reservations Now In Lakeland

More eateries in Lakeland may be open for Mother’s Day 2021, but it’s a good idea to reserve a spot now. Others offer pickup deals.

Car Kills Woman Walking On U.S. Highway 98: Lakeland Police

A Lakeland woman was killed Saturday night after she walked in front of a car shortly after the traffic light facing the car turned green.

Gov. DeSantis Signs Controversial 'Anti-Riot' Bill Into Law

The "Combating Public Disorder" law went into effect Monday when Gov. Ron DeSantis gave his signature at the Polk County Sheriff's Office.

Man Waving Rifle Near Road Faces Aggravated Assault Charges

A man was arrested on multiple charges April 7 when police saw him walking along U.S. Highway 17 waving a rifle.

$44M USF Partnership With Lakeland Center For Brain Research

The University of South Florida has partnered with Reliance Medical Centers in Lakeland for Alzheimer's research. Volunteers are needed.

Home Prices In Lakeland Area Increased In Past Year: See How Much

Here is how much home prices have changed over the past year in Polk County area.

Plane Landed On Polk Parkway, Driver And Passenger Safe

Traffic was tied up Thursday after a plane landed in the median on the Polk Parkway.

Detectives Want Identity Of 2 Suspects Involved In A Homicide

Do you recognize these two suspects? Police said they were involved in a Christmas Eve homicide at a Lakeland home.

Dog Found At Crime Scene, Lakeland Police Looking For Its Owner

Lakeland police officers want to reunite a dog they found at a crime scene Saturday with its owner.

Polk Protesters Fly To Minnesota In Wake Of Daunte Wright's Death

A local group of demonstrators, Black Lives Matter Restoration Polk, plan to protest in Brooklyn Center following Daunte Wright's Death

Publix Suspends Administration Of Johnson & Johnson Vaccine

Publix said it is following guidance from the Centers for Disease Control and Food and Drug Administration suspending the J&J vaccine.

Sun 'N Fun Aerospace Expo Returns To Lakeland

Sun 'n Fun was cancelled in 2020 due to the coronavirus pandemic. It is back for 2021, and it's also honoring frontline workers.

Food, Drink Tours Share Downtown Culture And Winter Haven Dining

A newly launched food tour company in Winter Haven allows locals to discover new food in the area and the history of downtown.

Lakeland, Haines City Run-Off Elections In May

Following the results of the April 6 municipal elections, Lakeland and Haines City voters will vote in the upcoming run-off elections.

Homicide Victim's Body Found In Car: Police

Investigators are asking for information from anyone who knows about the killing of a Lakeland man when he might have been working on a car.

Man Confesses To Killing Girlfriend's Toddler: Lakeland Police

When the boy lost consciousness when he was beaten, his caregiver didn't call 9-1-1 for help, police said.

Kindergarten Registration Open For 2021-2022 School Year

Polk County Public School Districts has provided a registration guideline for parents sending their 5-year-olds to kindergarten.

A Second Concealed Weapons Class Open For Registration: Sheriff

Polk residents who are in need of a concealed weapons permit can register for an upcoming training class with the sheriff's office.

Polk County Coronavirus Vaccination Rates

Here is how the Lakeland area is doing with coronavirus vaccinations.

'Here's Your Sign,' Judd Said About Man Who Took From Goodwill

A suspect was arrested on charges after he led police on a brief high-speed chase in a van that had stolen second-hand items, police said.

National Beer Day: Where To Celebrate In Lakeland

Brew Hub, Swan Brewing are among the local spots to mark the National Beer Day in Lakeland.

Woman Tries To Steal Car From Winter Haven Dealership: Police

The employee couldn't ride with the suspect during the test drive because of COVID-19 restrictions, officers said.

Missing Winter Haven Woman Found: Police

A 74-year-old woman who went missing Sunday has been located, deputies said.

Transfer Enrollment Opens To Polk County Students

Polk County students will be allowed to attend a school outside their school zone in the fall through its open enrollment program.

Federal Tax Refunds In Polk County: How Do Yours Compare?

IRS figures allow you to compare what you’re paying in taxes with that of your Polk County neighbors.

53 Arrested In Illegal Street Racing Operation: Lakeland Police

Three-hundred people gathered on a private property in Lakeland to participate in illegal street racing, officers said.

Lakeland Eatery Donating All Sales For A Day To Charity

Support premature babies by grabbing a meal from Jersey Mike's in Lakeland on March 31.

Bartow Teacher Recognized As MVP By Congressman

U.S. Rep. Greg Steube​​ honored a Bartow Middle School teacher for her dedication to educating students through Future Farmers of America.

Lakeland Man Killed In Single-Car Crash: Florida Highway Patrol

A driver had a medical emergency as he drove his truck on I-4 that caused a fatal wreck, The Florida Highway Patrol said.

Where To Find Easter, Passover 2021 Meals In Lakeland

If you'd rather have someone do the Easter and Passover cooking for you, find out restaurants in Lakeland open here for the two holidays.

Coronavirus Cases Up In Lakeland Area Despite Vaccination Increase

Here is how Florida is doing compared to other states in the race to vaccinate residents.