A tragic shooting unfolded Thursday on the campus of Florida State University, leaving two people dead and at least six others hospitalized, including the alleged gunman, authorities said. In an ...

At least six people have been hospitalized after an active shooter was reported on Florida State University’s campus, officials said Thursday afternoon. The shooter was reported in the area of the ...

Tyler Eden, DOB 01/18/1994, of Bartow has been charged with Lewd Offense against a Student by an Authority Figure (F2), Lewd and Lascivious Touching of a Minor (F3), and Voyeurism (M1).

The Flossy Diamonds, a standout hip-hop dance team from the Glamorous All-Star Cheer and Dance program, are lighting up the ...

James Coulter Ever been to a beer crawl? Wish you could experience a similar event, only for books? Well, you can at the ...

As Polk County continues experiencing dry weather conditions due to a prolonged lack of rainfall, Polk County officials issued a burn ban effective April 15. The ban includes unincorporated Polk ...

A driver involved in a fatal crash in Winter Haven back in January has been arrested by the Polk County Sheriff’s Office after test results showed the man was driving under the influence of alcohol.

A 53-year-old tow truck driver from Labelle was killed Friday morning in a tragic crash on U.S. Highway 27, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. The incident occurred just north of Ragan Avenue ...

James Coulter One year passed since I moved out of Polk County. Recently, my editors were kind enough to finance a business trip allowing me to return to the county and visit for a week. These are ...

On Sunday, April 13, 2025, a dog was shot by a Polk County Sheriff’s Deputy during a call involving loose livestock in the community of Eloise, Florida. The incident has since sparked strong reactions ...

Press Release PCSO Deputies were dispatched to a livestock call at about 10:39am on Sunday, April 13, 2025, to 6th Street in Eloise (south of Winter Haven), in reference to about 4-5 cows roaming ...

Polk County Sheriff Office Press Release An Auburndale woman who is on probation was arrested for attempted murder and other charges after intentionally running over another woman with her car after ...