HAINES CITY, Fla. — Not long ago, Polk County’s biggest draw was citrus instead of people. Located between Tampa and Orlando, ...

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has directed the U.S. and state flags to be flown at half staff to honor the late U.S. Rep. Andy ...

LAKELAND, Fla. - A memorial service at a Polk County park turned into an armed robbery that landed four suspects behind bars.

Everett Brown, 59, was arrested after he called 911 for help after his home was burglarized and he was attacked, but forgot to hide his cocaine when police arrived.

Committees for Polk County Public Schools voted to remove the six titles after reviewing them following public challenges.

A Winter Haven woman was arrested after deputies said she stole more than $140,000 from a blind man who she worked for as a ...

The personal assistant to a 77-year-old blind man stole more than $140,000 from him to fund her lavish lifestyle, Florida ...

Tropical Storm Sara formed in the Caribbean on Thursday and was expected to move into Central America and Mexico before ...

Tropical Storm Sara now threatens to wreak havoc over Central America with days of heavy rain. Its remnants could then send ...

Election Day 2024 is here. Final voting for the general election will take place Tuesday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. in Polk County ...

Since 1976, the Silver Garland program has rewarded students for their volunteer service to the Polk County community.

Eight Polk County high school athletes have signed with colleges on the first day of the early signing period.