Legoland Florida offering BOGO ticket deal this summer
Legoland Florida is offering families a way to save on tickets this summer.
Legoland Florida is offering families a way to save on tickets this summer.
Vietnam veteran dies in Polk County deputy shooting
FULL PRESS CONFERENCE | On April 7, Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd described the events that led to a deputy involved shooting near Lakeland and the death of a Vietnam War veteran, Ronald Breese.
FULL PRESS CONFERENCE | On April 7, Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd described the events that led to a deputy involved shooting near Lakeland and the death of a Vietnam War veteran, Ronald Breese.
9 cows found shot in Polk County: Sheriff's office seeking information
Nine cows were found shot in a rural area of Polk County last month. Though deputies reported no eyewitnesses of the incident and no surveillance cameras, an investigation is underway to determine what led to the shooting.
Nine cows were found shot in a rural area of Polk County last month. Though deputies reported no eyewitnesses of the incident and no surveillance cameras, an investigation is underway to determine what led to the shooting.
Winter Park man dies after truck collides with semi hauling logs, officials say
A Winter Park man has died after logs from the back of a semi truck pierced the windshield of the semi he was driving in Polk County, according to the Polk County Sheriff's Office.
A Winter Park man has died after logs from the back of a semi truck pierced the windshield of the semi he was driving in Polk County, according to the Polk County Sheriff's Office.
First look: Legoland Florida ready to launch indoor, space-themed Galacticoaster
Legoland is getting ready to open its brand-new ride Galacticoaster, a space-themed indoor family roller coaster.
Legoland is getting ready to open its brand-new ride Galacticoaster, a space-themed indoor family roller coaster.
Florida launches baby formula safety push after state testing finds elevated toxins
Florida First Lady Casey DeSantis on Friday announced a new initiative aimed at improving the safety of baby formula, citing test results that found elevated levels of toxins in many popular products sold in the state.
Florida First Lady Casey DeSantis on Friday announced a new initiative aimed at improving the safety of baby formula, citing test results that found elevated levels of toxins in many popular products sold in the state.
Paramedic, patient in 'critical' condition after ambulance truck crash in Polk County
The crash happened at the intersection of U.S. 27 and State Road 544 near Winter Haven.
The crash happened at the intersection of U.S. 27 and State Road 544 near Winter Haven.
Legoland Florida reveals opening date for Galacticoaster
The space-themed ride will be the Legoland's first indoor roller coaster.
The space-themed ride will be the Legoland's first indoor roller coaster.
Driver charged after firing at car in Polk County road rage incident, police say
A reported road rage incident led to the arrest of Charles Fitzalbert Worges, 46, who is accused of shooting at another driver's car on U.S. 27.
A reported road rage incident led to the arrest of Charles Fitzalbert Worges, 46, who is accused of shooting at another driver's car on U.S. 27.
Winter Haven officer expected to 'fully recover' following serious crash, police say
A Winter Haven police officer who was injured in a Nov. 2 crash is expected to fully recover, Winter Haven police said Monday.
A Winter Haven police officer who was injured in a Nov. 2 crash is expected to fully recover, Winter Haven police said Monday.
New I-4 express lanes, 'air taxi' testing facility part of latest transportation initiatives
A set of major infrastructure initiatives aimed at reducing traffic congestion along parts of Interstate 4 were unveiled on Friday.
A set of major infrastructure initiatives aimed at reducing traffic congestion along parts of Interstate 4 were unveiled on Friday.
Woman files lawsuit against Polk County Grady Judd
A new lawsuit accuses the Polk County Sheriff’s Office of a “pattern, policy, practice and custom, of failing to adequately train and supervise its officers resulting in the deprivation of minors’ constitutional rights.” The lawsuit comes after a child was raped by her adoptive father, but police first criminally charged the child instead of her abuser, accusing the little girl of lying. The victim’s abuser is now behind bars, facing a 17-year sentence.
A new lawsuit accuses the Polk County Sheriff’s Office of a “pattern, policy, practice and custom, of failing to adequately train and supervise its officers resulting in the deprivation of minors’ constitutional rights.” The lawsuit comes after a child was raped by her adoptive father, but police first criminally charged the child instead of her abuser, accusing the little girl of lying. The victim’s abuser is now behind bars, facing a 17-year sentence.
Former Florida cardiologist tased and Baker Acted after arrest at hospital, officials say
A former Florida cardiologist was arrested following an incident at a Lakeland hospital that ended with him being tased and Baker Acted after a physical altercation with law enforcement, officials say.
A former Florida cardiologist was arrested following an incident at a Lakeland hospital that ended with him being tased and Baker Acted after a physical altercation with law enforcement, officials say.
Florida trooper injured in I-4 crash involving stolen vehicle in Polk County, officials say
A Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) trooper was injured after a crash involving a stolen vehicle early Tuesday morning on Interstate 4 in Polk County.
A Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) trooper was injured after a crash involving a stolen vehicle early Tuesday morning on Interstate 4 in Polk County.
Woman convicted of Polk County deputy's 2022 murder sentenced to life in prison
Nearly three years after Polk County Deputy Blane Lane was shot and killed in the line of duty, the woman convicted of his murder learned on Friday that she will spend the rest of her life behind bars.
Nearly three years after Polk County Deputy Blane Lane was shot and killed in the line of duty, the woman convicted of his murder learned on Friday that she will spend the rest of her life behind bars.
Grady Judd: ‘Operation Fool Around and Find Out Again’ human trafficking investigation nets 246 arrests
Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd says nearly 250 suspects face serious charges after a weeklong multi-agency undercover investigation targeting human trafficking and illegal immigration.
Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd says nearly 250 suspects face serious charges after a weeklong multi-agency undercover investigation targeting human trafficking and illegal immigration.
Sentencing today in Polk County deputy murder
Nearly three years after Polk County Deputy Blane Lane was shot and killed in the line of duty, the woman convicted of his murder will be sentenced on Friday. Cheryl Williams faces up to life in prison.
Nearly three years after Polk County Deputy Blane Lane was shot and killed in the line of duty, the woman convicted of his murder will be sentenced on Friday. Cheryl Williams faces up to life in prison.
Polk County triple murderer executed after spending 3 decades on death row
Florida carried out its 12th execution of 2025 on Wednesday evening, when 63-year-old David Pittman was put to death by lethal injection.
Florida carried out its 12th execution of 2025 on Wednesday evening, when 63-year-old David Pittman was put to death by lethal injection.
Florida Sheriff Grady Judd: 'Operation Bad Odds' leads to 28 arrests, 48 illegal gambling machines recovered
Through a recent undercover investigation called “Operation Bad Odds,” undercover deputies with the Polk County Sheriff's Office (PCSO) said they made 28 arrests and confiscated 48 illegal gambling machines.
Through a recent undercover investigation called “Operation Bad Odds,” undercover deputies with the Polk County Sheriff's Office (PCSO) said they made 28 arrests and confiscated 48 illegal gambling machines.
Illegal immigrant twins arrested for burglarizing homes under construction: PCSO
Polk County deputies say a pair of twins who are in the United States illegally stole tens of thousands of dollars worth of items from unfinished homes.
Polk County deputies say a pair of twins who are in the United States illegally stole tens of thousands of dollars worth of items from unfinished homes.