Florida AG, law enforcement agencies issue comments on automated license plate readers
State leaders and local law enforcement agencies issued comments on automated license plate readers (ALPRs) Tuesday – just one day after FDOT ordered that ALPRs be removed from state highway rights of way within 30 days.
State leaders and local law enforcement agencies issued comments on automated license plate readers (ALPRs) Tuesday – just one day after FDOT ordered that ALPRs be removed from state highway rights of way within 30 days.
Bound by books and love: Bartow couple celebrates 50 years in business, 60 years married
In downtown Bartow, Bartow Christian Books and Gifts has become more than a small bookstore. For nearly 50 years, Bo and Sandy Raulerson have built it around faith, service and relationships.
In downtown Bartow, Bartow Christian Books and Gifts has become more than a small bookstore. For nearly 50 years, Bo and Sandy Raulerson have built it around faith, service and relationships.
Illegal immigrant arrested in Polk County sexual battery, home invasion
An illegal immigrant was arrested in Polk County after deputies said he attacked and sexually battered an elderly woman in her Mulberry home.
An illegal immigrant was arrested in Polk County after deputies said he attacked and sexually battered an elderly woman in her Mulberry home.
Polk man arrested, accused of attacking pregnant woman: PCSO
A man was arrested after Polk County deputies said he grabbed a pregnant woman by the neck and pushed her to the floor Sunday night near Lakeland.
A man was arrested after Polk County deputies said he grabbed a pregnant woman by the neck and pushed her to the floor Sunday night near Lakeland.
Polk County crash: 78-year-old man hit, killed on Dundee Road
A 78-year-old man was killed Friday night after being hit by a car while trying to cross Dundee Road near Overlook Drive with a flashlight, according to the Polk County Sheriff's Office.
A 78-year-old man was killed Friday night after being hit by a car while trying to cross Dundee Road near Overlook Drive with a flashlight, according to the Polk County Sheriff's Office.
Bartow police chief resignation: Internal affairs investigation launched
Bartow Police Chief Stephen Walker stepped down from his role and is now under investigation following an employee complaint.
Bartow Police Chief Stephen Walker stepped down from his role and is now under investigation following an employee complaint.
Polk County fire chaplain laid to rest after deadly Eagle Lake dump truck crash
A Polk County Fire Rescue volunteer chaplain was laid to rest Wednesday — one week after he was killed in an Eagle Lake crash involving a dump truck.
A Polk County Fire Rescue volunteer chaplain was laid to rest Wednesday — one week after he was killed in an Eagle Lake crash involving a dump truck.
Inside Amazon Air’s high-speed Lakeland operation
Ever wondered how your Amazon package makes it to your doorstep in less than 24 hours?
Ever wondered how your Amazon package makes it to your doorstep in less than 24 hours?
Polk County child death: Grandmother arrested in March car incident
A Polk County grandmother was arrested months after her 1-year-old granddaughter died in the backseat of her car.
A Polk County grandmother was arrested months after her 1-year-old granddaughter died in the backseat of her car.
Bok Tower Gardens competes in global giant waterlily weigh-off
A central Florida botanical garden shattered its own record after growing a massive Victoria waterlily leaf capable of supporting nearly 286 pounds.
A central Florida botanical garden shattered its own record after growing a massive Victoria waterlily leaf capable of supporting nearly 286 pounds.
Stop-arm cameras catch 94 drivers passing Polk County school buses on first day
Polk County law enforcement officers are cracking down on drivers who illegally pass stopped school buses equipped with automated safety cameras.
Polk County law enforcement officers are cracking down on drivers who illegally pass stopped school buses equipped with automated safety cameras.
Winter Haven woman 'looking for cigarettes' accused of trying to open neighbor's car doors: WHPD
A Winter Haven woman told police she was looking for cigarettes when they asked why she was pulling on the door handles of two vehicles belonging to her neighbor.
A Winter Haven woman told police she was looking for cigarettes when they asked why she was pulling on the door handles of two vehicles belonging to her neighbor.
Pleas for safety improvements after Eagle Lake crash claims life of volunteer chaplain
A Polk County Fire Rescue volunteer chaplain died Wednesday morning after deputies say a dump truck driver ran a red light and struck his vehicle at an Eagle Lake intersection.
A Polk County Fire Rescue volunteer chaplain died Wednesday morning after deputies say a dump truck driver ran a red light and struck his vehicle at an Eagle Lake intersection.
Auburndale man accused of shooting at woman, child during dispute: Police
Auburndale police arrested a man after they said he fired two shots at his girlfriend and her young child during a domestic dispute Thursday.
Auburndale police arrested a man after they said he fired two shots at his girlfriend and her young child during a domestic dispute Thursday.
Publix ditches longtime checkout lane rule in major change for shoppers
Publix shoppers may notice a change the next time they head for the express checkout lane.
Publix shoppers may notice a change the next time they head for the express checkout lane.
Polk County Fire Rescue mourns volunteer chaplain killed in crash
A beloved Polk County Fire Rescue chaplain died Wednesday morning when a dump truck ran a red light and crashed into his car in Eagle Lake.
A beloved Polk County Fire Rescue chaplain died Wednesday morning when a dump truck ran a red light and crashed into his car in Eagle Lake.
Polk County deputies crack down on saw palmetto berry thefts
Deputies in Polk County are cracking down on illegal saw palmetto berry harvesters who target private property to profit off high pharmaceutical demand.
Deputies in Polk County are cracking down on illegal saw palmetto berry harvesters who target private property to profit off high pharmaceutical demand.
Polk County Fire Rescue volunteer chaplain dies on duty following Eagle Lake crash
A Polk County Fire Rescue volunteer chaplain died Wednesday while driving between stations in the Eagle Lake area, according to the fire department.
A Polk County Fire Rescue volunteer chaplain died Wednesday while driving between stations in the Eagle Lake area, according to the fire department.
Woman found dead in backyard during Highland City house fire
A woman was found dead after a suspected gunshot wound in the backyard of a burning home in Highland City on Wednesday morning, according to Polk County Fire Rescue.
A woman was found dead after a suspected gunshot wound in the backyard of a burning home in Highland City on Wednesday morning, according to Polk County Fire Rescue.
Lakeland Linder International Airport upgrades: New gates and air taxis coming
Lakeland Linder International Airport is launching major infrastructure upgrades backed by new federal grants to accommodate airline growth and futuristic air taxi testing.
Lakeland Linder International Airport is launching major infrastructure upgrades backed by new federal grants to accommodate airline growth and futuristic air taxi testing.