An investigation is underway after Polk County firefighters responding to a house fire Wednesday morning discovered a deceased adult in the backyard who authorities say appeared to have been shot.

Polk County Fire Rescue has lost one of their own in a line of duty death. Volunteer Chaplain Hector Cruz passed away due to injuries sustained during a car crash in the Eagle Lake area Wednesday. The ...

If you have young children and are looking for some Halloween fun which provides treats but no tricks, the Polk County Sheriff's Office has an event for you! For the 3rd year in a row, the Safe ...

WINTER HAVEN, Fla. — A Winter Haven pastor is facing more than 20 criminal charges, including allegations involving a minor as well as four felony counts accusing him of engaging in sexual activity ...

The Polk County Sheriff’s Office has charged the man responsible for the murder of an Eagle Lake woman last month. 21-year old Gibson Nash was charged with 1st Degree Murder (FC) for the brutal ...

S.R. 60 Railroad Crossing reopens six days ahead of schedule. State Road 60 between Bartow and Lake Wales has officially reopened to all eastbound and westbound traffic following the early completion ...

The Culpepper Cardiac Foundation has reached another milestone, providing its 101st automated external defibrillator (AED) to Dr. Tonya Bolton, who purchased the AED through the foundation to keep in ...

As busy families prepare for hectic school days, it can be invaluable to have nutritious grab-and-go options on hand for lunches and snacks. Having one less thing to worry about makes a difference ...

By James Coulter & Carl Fish Crossed Paws Pet Rescue says its ability to continue operating is at risk following Polk County commissioners’ recent decision to deny conditional use approval for kennels ...

Winter Haven Lakes Continue to Improve, Annual Report Showsby James Coulter While some Winter Haven lakes have historically struggled with algae, invasive vegetation, and poor water quality, the ...

Local food truck owners arrested on felony grand theft charges when the victim’s debit card was dropped at a gas station parking lot. Marlon Cummings (47 years old, DOB 5-4-79) and Tamika Cummings (44 ...

What began as a routine traffic stop on July 27 resulted in the discovery of evidence associated with illegal cockfighting. During the investigation, Lakeland Police officers recovered marijuana along ...