A visit for "free marijuana" in Bartow turned deadly after a fight ensued between a victim and dealer over payment for drugs, police said.
The Polk County Sheriff's Office is searching for a witness and shooting suspect who both left the area near a hotel where a man was shot.
Polk County Public Schools announced its school start delay because of the increased coronavirus cases in the community.
The plan will increase bed capacity for COVID-19 patients.
Here is a list of businesses that received the loans from the Paycheck Protection Program in Lakeland.
Police arrested a 41-year-old Winter Haven man who was seen on camera at Walmart recording underneath a girl's dress.
Polk County School District said its students can either choose online learning or in-person learning for the new school year.
Polk County Sheriff's Office is accepting applications to hire substitute crossing guards for the upcoming school year.
Police said the man disappeared on his lunch break from the Circle K in Lakeland on Kathleen Road, and two days later was found dead.
Students make the Dean's List with an academic record of 3.5 or above or the President's List with an academic record of 4.0 (all A's).
Winter Haven police increased the charges on a 29-year-old man because he wore a mask as a disguise as he burglarized multiple cars.
PCPS will have to pay an additional $9 million this year in required contributions to the Florida Retirement System.
Police charged an inmate with aggravated battery after he attacked another inmate over stolen food. The victim has critical injuries.
The Lakeland city commission voted 5-2 on July 2 to require face masks, and the resolution went into effect that day.
In 2019, U.S. fire departments responded to 18,500 fires caused by fireworks, said the National Fire Protection Association.
More dogs disappear July 4-5 than on any other days of the year. Fireworks that have been popping since the pandemic began make it worse.
Winter Haven police are investigating an incident in which a driver shot someone who had yelled at him to slow down for speeding.
A Polk County Sheriff's Office report said a 62-year-old woman used church money for Match.com, Amazon, Home Depot and other expenses.
Here's what services in Lakeland are open and closed July 3 and 4 for the holiday weekend.
The Polk County School District announces virtual learning alternatives for students in the 2020-2021 school year.
A 35-year-old man died Monday after his truck crashed into a disabled semi on Interstate 4, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
A family dog was rescued and treated by fire medics following a house fire Friday in Winter Haven.
The Polk County Sheriff's Office charged a Lake Gibson Middle School teacher with lewd battery, accusing her of having sex with a minor.
Polk County Sheriff's Office arrested two Lakeland suspects for shooting a 15-year-old boy, and they have multiple charges.
The textbook warehouse in Bartow has reopened since closing its doors in March because of the coronavirus pandemic.
A 15-year-old shooting victim was airlifted to a hospital, and police are searching for the two suspects they believe shot the boy.
A federal appeals court has allowed the transfer of a Confederate monument from Lakeland’s Munn Park to another public park.
Polk County Sheriff's Office has canceled a Silver Alert that was issued for missing Lakeland Woman after she was found safe.
The owners of the downtown Lakeland entertainment facility have put additional safety measures in place during the coronavirus pandemic.
Lakeland would have been the third city following St. Petersburg and Tampa if the commission had moved forward with mandatory masks.
Lakeland's traditional Fourth of July events may be canceled, but there are several other ways you can celebrate the holiday safely.
PCSO is seeking qualified men and women in various locations in Polk County who desire to work as substitute crossing guards.
Cinemark announced Wednesday a phased reopening plan for its U.S. locations.
Police arrested a Lake Wales man who authorities say used social media to coerce a girl to exchange nude photos with him.
The Polk County Sheriff's Office served search warrants and arrested 16 men on child porn possession and distribution charges.
City manager of Lakeland, Tony Delgado announces his retirement after 23 years of service to the Lakeland community.
The city of Lakeland and Polk County offer grant assistance to residents financially affected by the coronavirus pandemic.
Police served a search warrant to a Bartow home, and found multiple drugs at the residence which resulted in arrests.
Lakeland city officials have chosen nine community members to serve on a board to monitor police and citizen interactions.
The Polk County Sheriff's Office has charged the former president of a youth baseball league, and his wife, with theft and fraud.