Toy cars made by retirement community helps first responders connect with kids in traumatic situations
A group of residents at The Estates at Carpenters in Lakeland decided to handcraft wooden cars for officers and first responders to give out to children.
Lakeland man killed after speeding while trying to pass car, officials say
Police say a 23-year-old Lakeland driver died on Sunday after trying to pass another car.
25-year-old killed in shooting at Jade Fox Lounge, suspect taken into custody
One person was killed in a shooting in Lakeland on Saturday morning, according to authorities.
Suspect charged with attempted murder arrested in Lakeland, HCSO says
A man suspected of shooting another man several times in Tampa was arrested after being found by the Lakeland Police Department.
Powerball jackpot climbs to $900 million: What are your odds of winning?
The Powerball jackpot is now the third highest in its history, with $900 million at stake.
Pedestrian killed after being hit by pickup truck in Lakeland, police say
A 62-year-old Lakeland man died after getting hit by a truck on Williamstown Boulevard on Sunday night, according to police.
7 passengers injured in Lakeland train derailment after semi-truck crash: First responders
Eight passengers were injured after an Amtrak train derailed during a crash involving a semi-truck in Lakeland Friday evening, first responders said.
Lakeland creates new youth council to bring ‘fresh ideas,' keep young residents active in community
Lakeland city commissioners will create a youth council to inject fresh ideas and the perspectives of youth in the community into local decision-making.
4 officers justified in ‘use of force’ during viral arrest of Antwan Glover, state attorney says
"A misleading representation of the entire incident" is how state attorney Brian Haas is describing the now-viral videos of Antwan Glover's violent arrest by Lakeland police last December.
Lakeland collector brings Tampa Toy Con back to state fairgrounds
Like any little boy, Lakeland's Jeff Davis loved toys growing up and will forever consider himself a child at heart. "Stretch Armstrong, transformers, G.I Joe, that's the stuff I played with as a kid," Davis recalled. "So, as I got older and wanted to collect stuff, I collected stuff I wasn't able to buy as a kid." As an adult, those would not only become his passion but eventually symbolize special memories that helped him cope with the loss of his mother after she died in 2017.
'Red, White & Kaboom' brings large crowds to Lakeland for Independence Day celebrations
Thousands were expected to attend the annual 'Red, White & Kaboom' Independence Celebration in downtown Lakeland on Monday night.
Shooting suspect barricades inside Lakeland apartment for more than 2 hours, Lakeland officers say
A shooting suspect was arrested in Lakeland after barricading himself inside an apartment for more than two hours, according to officers.
Semi-pro soccer player killed: ‘Most Altruistic Player's’ life cut short by car crashing into Lakeland home
A Lakeland semi-professional soccer team is mourning the loss of one of its players.
Vehicle slams into Lakeland home killing man inside, police say
The Lakeland Police Department is investigating a fatal crash that claimed the life of a man from Brazil Monday afternoon.
Study: Polk County the fastest-growing county in Florida
Polk County is the fastest-growing county in Florida and the seventh fastest-growing in the nation, according to a new study.
Air Force veteran’s passion for Harley-Davidson motorcycles still going strong at 90 and a half years old
Riding and restoring Harley-Davidson motorcycles has been a part of Don Huffman's life for more than 70 years.
PCSO: Lakeland 14-year-old critically injured after being struck by vehicle
The Polk County Sheriff's Office say that a 14-year-old is in critical but stable condition at All Children’s Hospital after being hit by a car.
Suspect opens fire on crowd in Lakeland parking lot injuring 1, police say
One person was taken to the hospital early Thursday morning after police say they were struck by a bullet in a Lakeland parking lot.
LPD: 84-year-old man dies in Lakeland crash after striking tree
The Lakeland Police Department is investigating a fatal crash that claimed the life of an Ocala man Sunday afternoon.
Lakeland Police Department introduces app to help employees with mental health
The Lakeland Police Department is taking a new approach to help its employees with mental health issues, and it's called Lighthouse Health and Wellness.