Valentine's Day 2020: Lakeland Restaurants And Events For Romance

A heavy dose of love is in the air around Lakeland this week as Valentine's Day arrives Friday for a rare three-day celebration.

Highway Worker Killed By Driver In Lakeland

A 42-year-old highway worker was killed by a Lakeland driver on Monday.

Rush Limbaugh Awarded Presidential Medal After Cancer Diagnosis

One day after telling radio listeners he is suffering from lung cancer, Rush Limbaugh was awarded the Presidential Medial of Freedom.

Man Spots Belongings In Truck, Confronts Suspect

A 33-year-old man was charged with burglary after he was spotted at Affordable Storage by a man who recognized some of his belongings.

Hungry Thieves Steal Domino's Car And Pizza

Hungry thieves stole a Domino's delivery car at gunpoint and then took some pizza to add insult to injury.

Lakeland Library Shuts Down Over Bomb Threat

The main branch of the Lakeland Public Library was shut down for about two hours after a man was overheard making a bomb threat.

National Parks In Florida: See Which Ones Are Free On MLK Day

The National Park Service offers free days at parks that normally charge entrance fees. See when fees will be waived at Florida parks.

Driver Comes Under Fire On Polk Highway

A 56-year-old Auburndale man came under fire Friday night as he was driving a commercial van along Interstate 4.

Construction Worker Dies After Polk County Wall Collapse

A 49-year-old construction worker died Friday after a concrete wall collapsed around him Friday at a construction site in Polk County.

77-Year-Old Man Killed, Twin Brothers Hospitalized After Crash

A ​ 77-year-old Daytona Beach man was killed and 24-year-old twin brothers were hospitalized following a crash in Polk County.

Recruitment Event Planned For Polk County Election Workers

If you want to perform a civic duty while earning a little extra cash, you may want to consider becoming a Polk County election worker.

Polk County Man Left Child Behind During Police Arrest: Cops

When two Polk County men were arrested on drug charges, police saione of the men allegedly tried to get away, leaving a young child behind,.

Public Invited To Honor Lakeland Officer Paul Dunn

The public is invited to honor Lakeland Police Officer Paul Dunn, who was killed on duty last week.

Polk County Confrontation Between Motorists Ends In Bloodshed

A Polk County confrontation between motorists ended in bloodshed over the weekend.

4 Polk High School Students Arrested After Handgun Discovered

4 Polk County high school students between the ages of 14-16 are facing charges after an hours-long search turned up a handgun.

Winter Haven Man Charged With Animal Cruelty

Fernandez Gunter of Winter Haven was arrested Wednesday following an anonymous tip that led to a visit from Polk County animal officials.

Florida Police Officer Killed In Motorcycle Crash

A Florida police officer was killed early Thursday in a single-vehicle motorcycle crash while heading to work.

Florida Ranks Low Among Best States To Raise Family: Study

Despite the lack of a state income tax and our endless summers, Florida ranked low among the best states to raise a family in a new study.

FL Mom Urged Son Not To Surrender During Police Standoff: Cops

The mother of Nickolus Johnson is accused of​ encouraging her son not to come out of her Florida home during a 23-hour standoff with police.

23-Hour Police Standoff In Central Florida Ends Peacefully

A 23-hour police standoff that began on New Year's Day ended peacefully in central Florida.

Pedestrian Dies After Being Struck By Truck In Lakeland

A 64-year-old man died Tuesday after being struck by a Chevrolet truck.

New Year's Day 2020: What's Open, Closed In Lakeland

Find out what's open, closed in Lakeland on New Year's Day.

49-Year-Old Man Struck By Hit-And-Run Driver

A 49-year-old man was in critical condition Saturday night after being struck by a hit-and-run driver while walking home, police said.

FL Murder-Suicide Victims Were Part Of Close-Knit Congregation

GoFundMe pages have been set up to benefit the families of Rachel Ramsey and Chris Pine, who were victims of a Christmas Eve murder-suicide.

Florida Man With Schizophrenia Killed By Sheriff's Deputies

A Florida man suffering from schizophrenia was shot by sheriff's deputies when he refused to drop his weapon, according to police.

4 Young Children Unharmed In Apparent Lakeland Murder-Suicide

Lakeland police identified 30-year-old Leighton Josephs as the gunman in an apparent murder-suicide.

How To Keep Grinches From Stealing Your Jelly Of The Month

You might want to​ give some thought to making sure the holiday Grinches don't swipe your jelly of the month and other holiday gifts.

Florida Family's Christmas Saved By Firefighters: PHOTOS

Florida firefighters quite literally saved Christmas for one family when a fire broke out in their two-story home.

Lakeland Killing Suspect Was Football Coach 38 Years Ago: Police

DNA evidence in a 38-year-old Florida homicide case now points to the former football coach of one of the victim's sons, police said.

Florida Police Make Arrest In 38-Year-Old Murder Case

A 58-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a 38-year-old murder case based on fingerprint and DNA evidence, according to police.

Census 2020 Jobs Paying Up To $15 An Hour Open In Polk County

The U.S. Census Bureau is hiring thousands of temporary workers in Polk County and elsewhere for the 2020 head count.

19-Year-Old Man Accused Of Performing Sex Act At Walmart

A Wahneta man was accused of performing a sex act at a Polk County Walmart.

Lakeland Retired Deputy Police Chief Found Safe

Retired Lakeland Deputy Police Chief Clarence Grier​ has been found safe.

Pastor, Pro Golfer Among 124 Charged In Polk Sex Sting

PGA golfer Tommy 'Two Gloves' Gainey ​ and the pastor of the New Horizon Church in Haines City were among 124 people arrested.

Elderly Couple Dies After Being Taken Out Of Burning Home

An elderly couple died early Wednesday morning after being taken out of their burning home by firefighters.

Operation Santa's Naughty List Nets 124 Arrests In Polk

Operation Santa's Naughty List, which targeted prostitution, human trafficking and child predators has netted 124 arrests in Polk County.

Ring Camera Video Shows Why You Should Lock Your Car

A Ring video released by the Haines City Police Department shows why you should get in the habit of locking your car doors at night.

Video: Thief Steals Freshly Sewn Xmas Pillows Off Lakeland Porch

Video as seen on the Neighbors app captures a thief stealing multiple Christmas pillows from a porch in Lakeland.

Lakeland Firefighters Conduct Emergency Airport Training

If you happen to be driving by Lakeland Linder International Airport this week, don't be surprised if you see fire or smoke.

Winter Haven Police Dog Finds 47 Pounds Of Marijuana In Vehicle

​ Winter Haven police K-9 Logan found 47 pounds of suspected marijuana in the vehicle of a convicted felon early Sunday morning.