Lakeland to use new tech to harvest harmful algae blooms in Lake Bonnet
The City of Lakeland approved a project in mid-April that will use new technology to restore the water quality at one of their popular lakes.
High-speed chase in Lakeland ends after driver’s car flipped over: FHP
A 34-year-old Lakeland man was arrested after leading a trooper on a high-speed chase early on Saturday morning, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Two Polk County deputies seriously injured in shootout, suspect is 'graveyard dead': Grady Judd
Two Polk County deputies were seriously injured early Saturday morning in a shootout in Lakeland.
Lakeland woman targeted by two scammers loses $400K: Grady Judd
A Lakeland woman is now without more than $400,000 after she was targeted by two scammers. It all started when two men called her, saying she had won the "Publisher's Clearinghouse Sweepstakes."
Lakeland Linder's only restaurant closes as airport prepares for first commercial flights this June
Lakeland Linder International Airport is busy preparing for their first commercial flights this summer, but one important thing for travelers that's missing right now – a restaurant.
Lakeland homeowners relieved source of stench found, city to clean 1,000 gallon wastewater line spill
The City of Lakeland believes it has found the source of a chemical or gas stench that caused many complaints from homeowners in a nearby community for months.
Man accused of creating computer-generated pornography from victims’ social media images arrested in Florida
Law enforcement officers have arrested a man for creating computer-generated porn after three people claim they found nude images of themselves online even though the photos originally showed them wearing clothes.
Florida Southern College offers unique lesson in entrepreneurship with student-run coffee cart
A team of students at Florida Southern College in Lakeland are learning about entrepreneurship while serving high-quality coffee.
5 dead cats, 28 total animals seized from Lakeland home, woman arrested
Five dead cats were found and 28 total animals were extracted from a Lakeland home, leading to the arrest of a 66-year-old woman.
84-year-old Lakeland woman blown away by community's generosity after losing home to fire
A Lakeland woman is without a home after a devastating fire tore through hers earlier this year, but now the generosity and kindness of others is turning her unfortunate situation around.
Safari Wilderness Ranch is piece of old Florida that offers unique adventures
Nestled next to the Green Swamp is a ranch that is more like stepping into the wilds of Africa.
VIP experience at Sun 'n Fun gives back to high school students interested in aviation
The skies over Lakeland Linder Airport are packed with exotic planes for the 50th Annual Sun 'N Fun Aerospace Expo.
Dog's life saved thanks to Tampa non-profit
A Tampa nonprofit helped pay for emergency surgery for a Polk County dog, whose bladder was filled to the brim with bladder stones.
Storms impact Sun 'N Fun Aerospace Expo
Sun 'N Fun Aerospace Exo's air show was cancelled Thursday afternoon because of the weather.
Sun 'n Fun Aerospace Expo underway in Lakeland: What you need to know
The 50th Annual Sun 'n Fun Aerospace Expo is underway through April 14 in Lakeland. The flying-in attracts aerial enthusiasts from around the world and organizers are expecting another big crowd this year.
Lakeland commission unanimously approves Juneteenth becoming paid holiday for city workers
Juneteenth Day is now a paid holiday for city employees in Lakeland after being approved by Lakeland’s City Commission on Monday.
'Road diet' project's future uncertain as frustration grows among drivers in Lakeland
More years of planning are ahead for a road diet project along South Florida Avenue in Lakeland that many have dubbed "frustrating and messy."
Driver hospitalized after car crashes into Lakeland lake: Police
A woman was hospitalized after crashing a car into a lake in Lakeland on Monday morning, according to police.
PHOTOS: Lakeland clubhouse engulfed in flames
A clubhouse at Wedgewood Golf & Country Club was engulfed in flames on Saturday, according to the Lakeland Fire Department.
ACLU files public records requests to learn more about Lakeland's facial recognition camera system
The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) is sounding the alarm on downtown Lakeland's facial recognition camera system. The cameras --which are being installed -- are meant to deter crime, but the non-profit states they violate people's privacy.