Man Accused Of Pulling Gun On Teacher In Lakeland: Polk Sheriff

The Polk County Sheriff's Office is asking for the public's help finding a 37-year-old who threatened a teacher's life, said police.

Lakeland Launches New Website Dedicated To Local Arts

The mayor's council on the arts wants to establish the city as a community that is known for the arts through its promotional website.

Man Crashes Car Into Patrol Car During Police Chase: Sheriff

A 25-year-old suspect's police chase that went through multiple cities around Polk County ended when he crashed his truck into a patrol car.

Delays Caused By Malfunction Signal On U.S. 17 In Winter Haven

Drivers can expect traffic delays near Publix because of a traffic signal stuck on flash that was caused by a crash, said police.

Man Tries To Steal Multiple Cars And Runs Across I-4: Sheriff

A 32-year-old man took deputies on an adventure when he tried to steal multiple cars after he crashed his truck on I-4, said police

Where To Find Drop Boxes For Absentee Ballots In Polk County

Two drop boxes in Polk County offer an alternative to returning a completed absentee ballot by mail for the November election.

Stolen Car Found In Winter Haven Driveway: Police

A man who had his car stolen from his Winter Haven home found it hours later parked in a driveway in another area, Winter Haven police said.

Six Semi-Finalists Chosen Out Of 126 Resumes For City Manager

The city of Lakeland has narrowed its search for city manager down to six semi-finalists after looking through resumes from 28 states.

MLK Weekend 2021 Parade Canceled Due To COVID-19 Concerns

A video highlighting the late Dr. Martin Luther King Junior's achievements and what he stood for will be shown in place of the parade.

Murder Charge Filed In Deaths Of Fishing Buddies At Lake Streety

An acquaintance has been indicted in Polk County for killing three friends who were fishing on a July night in Frostproof.

Student Brings Gun On School Bus In Haines City: Police

The Haines City Police Department said a 17-year-old student faces multiple charges after he brought a stolen gun onto a bus.

Woman Creates Fake GoFundMe Account For Homicide Victims: Police

A 32-year-old faces multiple charges for creating a fake GoFundMe account that was said to be for families of the triple homicide victims.

Best Lakeland-Area Pumpkin Patches 2020

Escape the house and pick out a pumpkin this fall while your family enjoys the fun at Lakeland-area pumpkin patches.

Dead Man Found On Mulberry Sidewalk Identified: Sheriff

The Polk County Sheriff's Office is asking for anyone with information about the death of a 41-year-old man to contact authorities.

Mexican Cartel Phone Scam Targets Polk Residents: Police

The Winter Haven Police Department said a local resident gave money to a phone scammer when they pushed her to fear for her daughter's life.

Mobile Home Ruined In Fire: Polk Fire Rescue

Polk Fire Rescue tried to save a mobile home that caught fire in Mulberry, but half of it was already engulfed in flames when they arrived.

Loving Dog Missing From Owner In Lakeland Area

A Lakeland police officer found a dog without its owner at Target and took him to the 9-1-1 center where he waited for animal control.

Ex-Boyfriend Accused Of Killing Mother Of Three: Police

A 22-year-old Lakeland man faces first-degree murder charges after he was arrested for the shooting death of his ex-girlfriend, police said.

Suspect Kills Man When He Asks For Cell Phone Back: Sheriff

A 27-year-old man faces multiple charges after he shot and killed a motel neighbor when he asked for his cell phone back, said police.

Lakeland Man Gets Winning Ticket In Employee Celebrations

A man who found contract work in Lakeland with Spherion Staffing won $1,000 in a nationwide drawing the company held to honor employees.

Man Called 9-1-1 For Ride Home from McDonald's: Police

A Winter Haven man was charged with misuse of 9-1-1 after he called the emergency number many times to request a ride home, police said.

Deputies Find Possible Suspect In Fatal Hit-And-Run: PCSO

The Polk County Sheriff's Office said it has located a possible suspect involved in a fatal hit-and-run that killed a 44-year-old woman.

Felony Charges For Violent Protesters Part Of New Bill: DeSantis

Gov. Ron DeSantis announced new legislation Monday that would mean felony charges for anyone involved in violent or disorderly protests.

Police Still Searching For 1 Of 2 Armed Carjacking Suspects

The Bartow Police Department is asking for the public's help finding a second suspect involved in a carjacking that had 3 kids in the car.

28-Year-Old Wahneta Man Accused By Police For Multiple Thefts

The Polk County Sheriff's Office is asking for the public's help finding a suspect who is accused of theft by police, deputies said.

COVID-19 Suspends Fall Sports At Florida Southern College

Florida Southern College in Lakeland said it has suspended all of its fall sports after three athletes tested positive for coronavirus.

Harrison Arts School Alumnus Makes It To Cannes Film Festival

An 18-year-old Lakeland man is a finalist in a Cannes Film Festival category that showcases new film directors.

St. Pete Fire Rescue Teams Deploy To Aftermath Of Hurricane Sally

Two teams with St. Pete Fire Rescue have deployed to affected areas of Hurricane Sally in the panhandle to help with rescue efforts.

New Amazon Center Offers Job Opportunities To Polk County

A new Amazon fulfillment center has opened in Auburndale, and it is hiring for positions that start at $15 minimum wage.

Post Office Renamed After Civil Rights Activist In Winter Haven

The U.S. House passed a bill to name a post office after Althea Margaret Daily Mills, who fought to desegregate schools.

Halloween 2020 Happenings In Lakeland

Polk County parents want their children to experience a bit of normalcy for Halloween amid the coronavirus pandemic

Lakeland Chamber Of Commerce Launches Adopt A School Program

Schools in the Lakeland area have a goal to raise $5,000 for each school to help supply students and staff with coronavirus safety supplies.

Clerk Dies After Car Smashes Into Winter Haven Store: PCSO

A 52-year-old man lost his life, police say, after a car crashed into the gas station where he was employed and hit him.

Over 100 Reported Cases Of COVID-19 Across Polk County Schools

Polk County Public Schools officials are keeping parents informed of the latest reported coronavirus cases, which top 100.

2 Correctional Officers Break Into Winter Haven Home: Police

Winter Haven police are searching for three suspects in an apartment burglary; two correctional officers have been charged.

Parents In Polk County Can Change Learning Format For Children

The Polk County Public Schools District has given parents a temporary opportunity to change their child's school learning format.

Bitcoin Scammers Target Polk County Residents: Sheriff

The Polk County Sheriff's Office is warning Polk County residents of scammer "warrant" phone calls that demand currency to erase warrants.

Remembering 9/11 Amid Coronavirus: Services In Lakeland

The coronavirus pandemic is forcing many towns to scale back ceremonies honoring those who lost their lives in the 2001 terrorist attacks.

Tell Patch If You See Election Shenanigans In Polk County

ProPublica’s Electionland tip lines are open to take information about problems that prevent people in Polk County from voting.

Lakeland Commissioners Vote To Extend Mask Ordinance

The Lakeland City Commission voted to extend the mask mandate that requires all individuals within the city limits to wear masks in public.