The mother of a 15-year-old boy said deputies injured him while trying to serve an arrest warrant for someone who lived there ...

"The Traitors" season 4 is heating up after two new episodes on Thursday, Jan. 15. Here's a recap of episodes four and five ...

George Jenkins fell short in the regional semifinal dual, while Lake Gibson advanced to the state wrestling semifinals.

Bird flu can be spread by migratory birds, and Lakeland sees an influx most commonly in the winter months. The city is ...

The graduation rate for Polk County Public Schools improved by 5.5 percentage points to an overall rate of 87.7% for 2025, ...

These 12 hidden gem restaurants across Florida — from barbecue joints to Italian hideaways — are worth the road trip.

CFO Blaise Ingoglia handed out replica checks to leaders from six agencies to represent reimbursements for assisting federal ...

The 48th annual parade is at 1 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 17, and there are three other Lakeland events in the coming week.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has appointed Kyle Davis to the Polk State College District Board of Trustees.

George Jenkins coach Jake Molony said goalkeeper Lily Sarris has been responsible for half of the Eagles wins over the past ...

Which Polk County high school cheer team has the most momentum heading into regionals? Please, vote now. The poll closes ...

Here is how Lakeland's Rolijah Hardy found his way to Bloomington with the help of his Hoosier aunt ahead of CFP Championship ...