Married Florida Couple Arrested For Child Pornography

A married Florida couple is facing child pornography charges after investigators discovered more than 40 images and videos of children.

6 Arrested On Drug Charges In Undercover Polk County Sting

6 people have been charged with drug offenses stemming from an undercover Polk County sting operation.

Vice Mayor Accused In Polk County Of Stalking

The vice mayor of a Florida community has been charged with aggravated stalking in connection with a wave of profanity-laced voicemails.

Arrest Made In Lakeland Assassination-Style Murder

A family friend who rode out Hurricane Irma with a 32-year-old man has now been accused of killing that man and seriously wounding another.

Police Make Arrest In Hit-And-Run Crash Involving Pregnant Woman

Police have arrested a Davenport man suspected in a hit-and-run crash that caused a pregnant woman to lose her unborn baby.

1 Killed When Plane Crashes Into Florida Home

One person was killed Saturday when a small plane crashed into the roof of a Florida home.

Lakeland Instructor Killed In Plane Crash Into House: Sheriff

The plane lost power after take-off and crashed into a house, officials said.

Accused SunTrust Bank Shooter Pleads Not Guilty

Accused SunTrust bank shooter Zephen Xaver​ has pleaded not guilty to charges that he murdered five women inside a Sebring bank branch.

Man Who Shot Lakeland Police Officer Pleads Guilty

A Polk County man pleaded guilty to carjacking and other offenses in connection with a July incident in which a Lakeland cop was wounded.

Woman Loses Baby In Hit-And-Run Crash; Police Search For Driver

Police released video of a suspected hit-and-run driver buying beer prior to the crash that caused a pregnant woman to lose her unborn baby.

Florida Child Won't Be Prosecuted Over 'Pledge Of Allegiance'

An 11-year-old Florida boy who declined to stand for the "Pledge of Allegiance" will most likely not face prosecution.

Probe Launched Into Fire That Killed Lakeland Woman

County officials launched an outside investigation into the agency's handling of a November fire that claimed the life of a Lakeland woman.

2 Horses Stolen In Polk County

The Polk County Sheriff's Office is asking for the public's help in finding two stolen horses and a stolen horse trailer.

Florida Governor Wants Earthly Headquarters Of Space Command

As the US military sets its sights on the final frontier, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis wants to land the earthly headquarters of Space Command.

French Dignitaries to Attend PMA La Francophonie Event

Dignitaries from five French-speaking countries will visit Lakeland for the Polk Museum of Art's March 23 La Francophonie Day event.

Vehicle Of Interest Sought In Lakeland Murder

Lakeland police are asking for the public's help in identifying the owner of a pickup truck that may be connected to a murder.

Substitute Teacher Barred From Polk County Schools

Polk County school officials said they will bar a teacher from future county substitute teaching assignments based on an incident.

Rabies Alert Extended In Polk County

The Florida Department of Health in Polk County has extended a rabies alert in the Kathleen area of Lakeland for another 60 days.

Valentine's Day Weekend 2019: Lakeland Dining With Heart

There's dining options around the Lakeland area from Valentine's Day into the long holiday weekend. Patch has you covered with our picks.

25-Year-Old Man Accused Of Leaving Lakeland Crash Scene

A 25-year-old man was charged with leaving the scene of a crash involving injury and other offenses following a Lakeland crash.

Polk Museum of Art at FSC Receives Wells Fargo Foundation Grant

Wells Fargo Foundation awarded a $2,500 grant to help fund a program designed to increase access among disadvantaged youth to PMA art camps.

Winter Haven Resident Recalls Freedomland U.S.A.

1960s Bronx history theme park didn’t retire to the Sunshine State.

Thieves Strike Church Parking Lot During Weekend Services

WATCH as thieves strike a crowded church parking lot during weekend services.

March Exhibitions & Events at the Polk Museum of Art

"Painted Pages: Illuminated Manuscripts from the 13th to 18th Centuries" opens in March at PMA. A variety of other events are on tap, too.

70-Year-Old Homeless Man On Bicycle Killed In Polk County

​A homeless man was killed early Friday morning as he was riding his bicycle along a Polk County road.

Florida Deputy 'Miraculously' Escapes Injury When Man Opens Fire

A Florida deputy's boot was hit by a bullet when a man opened fire on officers, according to police.

Polk County Sees Overall Drop In Crime

Crime was down in Polk County​ last year by 5.9 percent in areas covered by the Polk County Sheriff's Office.

Florida Headmaster Accused Of Molesting Teen

Charles Aguon, who is known to students at Kingdom Preparatory School​ as “Pastor Tiger,”​ was charged with two counts of lewd molestation.

Super Bowl Sunday Real Estate: 5 Great Party Homes

This week's Sunday Real Estate brings you five great Florida homes that would be perfect for a Super Bowl party.

Publix Issues Recall For Popcorn Chicken

Publix has issued a voluntary recall for the store's popular Deli Popcorn Chicken. The chicken may contain "foreign material."

Former Youth Counselor Faces 165 Counts Of New Child Porn Charges

The Polk County Sheriff's Office has filed an additional 165 child porn charges against a former Youth and Family Alternatives employee.

School Counselor Charged After Intervening In Student Arrest

A guidance counselor at a Florida high school was arrested Tuesday after attempting to intervene as police took a student into custody.

Lakeland Weather: Thursday Mostly Cloudy And Windy

Forecasters are calling for a high near 60 and windy conditions at times on Thursday.

Florida K-9 Shot By Deputy After Attack

A Florida sheriff's deputy was seriously injured and a police K-9 was shot after the four-year-old animal attacked the officer.

Water Main Break Reported In Polk County

Polk County Utilities said about 50 residents were affected by a water main break on Tuesday

Thieves Steal Deliveryman's Wallet Outside Polk County Restaurant

Thieves helped themselves to a deliveryman's wallet and cellphone in recent days while his truck was parked outside a restaurant.

Rabies Alert Issued In Polk County After Raccoon Tests Positive

State health officials on Monday issued a rabies alert for the Kathleen area of Lakeland after a raccoon tested positive for the disease.

Lakeland Weather: Tuesday Cloudy

Forecasters are calling for a high near 67 and slightly breezy conditions.

Rabies Case Confirmed In Lakeland; 2 Donkeys Quarantined

2 donkeys were placed in quarantine after 1 of the donkeys was found with a dead raccoon in its mouth that tested positive for rabies.

Debris Shuts Down Southbound Lanes of State Road 33

Debris shut down the southbound lanes of State Road 33 Friday after a truck apparently struck the I-4 overpass