Lakeland bicyclist killed after he was struck by vehicle on U.S. 98, police say
Lakeland police are investigating what led up to a deadly crash involving a bicyclist and three vehicles.
Multiple people injured in Saturday night crash in Lakeland
On Saturday night deputies from the Polk County Sheriff's office responded to a crash that occurred at 5250 S.R. 33 North in Lakeland that involved multiple vehicles.
Demolition process at the Lakeland Electric Mcintosh Power Plant continues
Saturday morning started with a bang at the Lakeland Electric McIntosh Power Plant...a big bang.
Southeastern softball teammates help opposing team's injured player get to home base
Southeastern University's women's softball team may have lost their game against Grand View University's Vikings' this weekend, but they won over a lot of fans worldwide.
Lakeland PD searching for driver of silver car who hit, killed woman Saturday
The Lakeland Police Department is looking for the driver who is responsible for hitting and killing a woman on WE 10th Street Saturday night.
Contest being held to determine who gets to implode the Macintosh Power Plant with one push
In a few weeks, Lakeland Electric is going to implode the remaining part of the McIntosh Power Plant, but who gets to push the button?
Lakeland police still searching for answers in 2020 shooting that killed 1, injured 3
The last two years have seemed like an eternity for the Lamones' family. They were the target of a shooting back on Christmas Eve in 2020, and it took the life of one family member and injured three others.
Lakeland man among 6 killed in Mississippi shooting rampage
A lone gunman killed six people at multiple locations in a tiny rural community in northern Mississippi Friday. Among the dead are the man's ex-wife, his stepfather and a man from Lakeland, according to the local sheriff.
Woman who was human trafficked as a baby helps other victims: 'They are scared'
A human trafficking victim is using her experience to help others.
Lakeland drive-by shooting: 5 suspects, 2 persons-of-interest named by federal officials
Four suspects have been arrested and one is dead after a drive-by shooting in Lakeland that injured 11 people, two of which are still in the hospital.
Lakeland considers regulating food giveaways for those struggling with homelessness at Munn Park
City commissioners are considering regulating how, and possibly where, mass feedings can take place. Right now, many take place in Munn Park in downtown Lakeland.
Lakeland Police Department to loosen tattoo policy in hopes of recruiting younger officers
The Lakeland Police Department is loosening its tattoo policy with hopes of recruiting more young officers into the agency.
The Bodega Market bringing first corner store in years to Lakeland
Lakeland is getting its first corner store in years with The Bodega Market opening this weekend.
Lakeland police investigating after pickup truck crashes into Waller Centre
A pickup truck is sitting halfway through the wall of the Waller Construction and Design Center in Lakeland. Police are investigating what led up to the crash.
Lakeland's Texas Cattle Company aims to reopen in 3 weeks after fire
One of Lakeland’s most popular and iconic restaurants caught on fire early Tuesday morning.
Polk sheriff: Suspect believed to be involved in recent drive-by shooting shot, killed by officer
A 21-year-old suspect believed to be involved in a Lakeland drive-by shooting that injured 11 people last week was shot and killed by a Lakeland police officer in Winter Haven on Monday, investigators say.
Lakeland man sets goal of creating violence prevention program following mass shooting in his hometown
Gregory Smith grew up on North Iowa Avenue in Lakeland. Monday afternoon, a barrage of bullets rang out on that street in broad daylight as children walked home from the school bus.
Lakeland police believe 4 suspects involved in drive-by shooting that wounded 11
The police chief of Lakeland said one more person showed up at a hospital after Monday's drive-by shooting, bringing the total number of victims to 11.
Lakeland gas station drops price to 99 cents a gallon for three hours
Lines of cars formed at a Lakeland gas station before 11 a.m. Tuesday. Customers were waiting for the price signs to switch to an uncommon site – 99 cents a gallon.
Lakeland man arrested in deadly DUI suspect had blood-alcohol level twice the legal limit, deputies say
A 25-year-old driver was intoxicated when he crossed into oncoming traffic along a Lakeland road and crashed into another vehicle, deputies said.