Polk County officials have re-energized their battle to stop operations at an East Lakeland facility frequently…
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Layoffs in the Citrus Market
Major Polk County Citrus Grove owner Alico has submitted a WARN notice that 72 positions will…
Mosaic fined $30K over worker’s death at plant in Polk County
The death of a 29-year-old employee at the Mosaic plant in Polk County last year has led to…
Polk County Animal Services – Jan – Dec 2024 – 1742 dogs killed – 3552 cats killed
Jan – Dec 2024 – 1742 dogs killed (avg 5 a day) – 3552 cats killed…
The City of Lakeland and Polk County will order a Lake Bonny watershed study after the flooding
Lakeland officials are moving forward with a watershed study that might offer some insight into why…
Pet Pantry at the Kitty Cat Lounge
The Pet Pantry at the Kitty Cat Lounge has been restocked with food, litter, beds, and…
Polk Legislative Delegation Meeting Moved to February 27
The Polk Legislative Delegation meeting originally scheduled for 1 p.m. on Jan. 28, 2025, has been…
Florida man arrested after lurking at children’s bus stop
Deputies said they arrested a Florida man Friday after he was caught creeping at a children’s…
Sheriff Grady Judd Disagrees with Trump’s Pardon of Rioters Who Assaulted Police
“I would have much rather that he considered those cases independently, rather than blanket pardons and…
Central Florida Comic Con wraps up historic 3-day event
Photos by Tom Hagerty Photography The cosplay was on full display as fans gathered to meet with…
Man wanted on ‘half dozen arrest warrants’ out of Orange County arrested in Polk County
A 40-year-old Lake Hamilton man wanted in Orange County for “a half dozen arrest warrants,” including…
Grady Judd says Polk County deputies will not knock on doors to round up undocumented residents
Incoming President Donald Trump’s pledge to direct mass deportations raises the question of how law-enforcement agencies…
Pedestrian hit & killed by train, Lakeland police investigating
Lakeland police are investigating after a train hit and killed a person along the tracks on Friday…
Fire at Lakeland hotel displaces FEMA disaster survivors
FEMA Transitional Sheltering Assistance displaced disaster survivors have been displaced after a fire broke out at…
Joe Tedder was humbled by receiving the Jere Annis Award
Now in its 41st year, the Leadership Lakeland is an annual program to cultivate and enhance…
Florida Poly engineers design lifesaving bodycam tool for Lakeland police
Officers with the Lakeland Police Department are now all equipped with a simple but lifesaving tool that was developed by…
Judge orders Daniel Kovacs bond set at $550,000 for deadly hit-and-run
An auto body shop employee and surveillance cameras helped detectives piece together a fatal hit-and-run case…
Grand opening of Polk County Fire Rescue’s new Eaton Park Station!
#PCFR Station 35 will serve the Eaton Park community and support Saddle Creek Fire Station 39…
BLACK HISTORY MONTH CELEBRATION
Get ready to experience the vibrant celebration of Black History Month at the Black History Festival in Lakeland!…
ARREST MADE IN FATAL HIT-AND-RUN CRASH INVOLVING A PEDESTRIAN
On January 15, 2025, traffic crash investigators with the Lakeland Police Department arrested Daniel Kovacs in…
Four suspects arrested in Polk County racketeering scheme impacting Target stores
An alleged racketeering scheme, involving hundreds of thousands of dollars, has been uncovered in Polk County. Four suspects…
Detectives Seek Public’s Help IDing Florida Woman Who Pooped on Floor While Partner Stole from Store
Sheriff Grady Judd of the Polk County Sheriff’s Office (PCSO) has announced that detectives are seeking tips from…
Polk County Deputies Bag 2 Perps for the Price of 1 Investigation in Publix Parking Lot
While coincidences definitely happen, in law enforcement, it’s pretty rare for investigations to easily line officers…
West Palm Beach Man Arrested by PCSO for Traveling to Meet a Minor for Sex
Polk County Sheriff’s Office Media Release: On Saturday, January 11, 2025, Polk County Sheriff’s deputies arrested…
Drunk Illegal Immigrant Caused Crash
A Honduran man residing illegally in the United States was arrested in Polk County late Saturday…
Polk County Fire Rescue Invites the Public to the Grand Opening of Eaton Park Fire Station
Polk County Fire Rescue extends an invitation to the public for the grand opening of the…
Fishing Pole Bandit Arrested in Polk County
Neighbors looking out for each other has led to the arrest of a 58-year-old from Bradley…
Arrested For Sexual Contact w/ Animal …Allegedly Tried to Put Penis in Horse’s Nostril
A man in Florida was arrested after cops allege he made sexual contact with a horse…
Structure fire reported in Mulberry
At 5:50 p.m. on Jan. 10, #PCFR responded to a structure fire reported in Mulberry. Crews…
Jeep Liberty crashed at South Florida Ave and Oak Dr W
By PulsePoint & Patrol At 10:04 am, a Jeep Liberty crashed at South Florida Ave and…
Woman intentionally pooped on store’s floor in shoplifting scheme in Mulberry
The Polk County Sheriff’s Office reported that the incident happened on Dec. 18 at a Family…
Fleeing sex offender steals Polk County deputy’s gun – manhunt started found him in Lake Bonnet
A large manhunt took place in Polk County Thursday after a fleeing suspect reportedly grabbed a…
LPD and FHP Chase Ends in Vehicle Crash at George Jenkins and Kathleen Road Intersection
The Lakeland Police Department assisted the Florida Highway Patrol with an “active scene” that took place…
Meet the Lakeland family featured on “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition” Thursday Jan. 9 episode
From Press Release Meet the Hutson family — Robert, Lyndsi, and their four daughters: Emmalyn (12),…
Lakeland Fire Department Responds to House Fire That Could Have Been Prevented
Lakeland firefighters, unfortunately, ran this call already this week; we definitely don’t want any more. Please…
Lakeland man recalls working President Carter’s detail as a Secret Service agent
While watching coverage of President Jimmy Carter’s remembrances, retired Secret Service agent Jack Gillen sees familiar…
82-Year-Old North Carolina Man Arrested For Stabbing Man In The Chest In Lakeland
An 82-year-old North Carolina man has been arrested in Lakeland after allegedly stabbing a man during…
Shooting Investigation Update
On Sunday, January 5, 2025, at 3:44 p.m. Lakeland PD officers responded to a report of…
Florida’s Anti-Camping Law Won’t Affect City of Lakeland’s Approach, says Lakeland City Manager Shawn Sherrouse
Police will continue making arrests under a city ordinance prohibiting camping or sleeping on public property.…
Repeat Offender Arrested For Lewd Behavior at Lakeland Park
According to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office, Michael Bandy, 56, was arrested at Duff Park on…