Central Florida Drug Trafficker Operating under Fake Identity Arrested
A Central Florida drug trafficker operating under a fake identity, who was also a previously deported non-citizen that illegally re-entered the United States, was arrested by local law enforcement. The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office arrested the drug trafficker who operated under a false identity for years...
Scattered Thunderstorms for Tampa Bay, Southwest Florida
TAMPA BAY, Florida – The National Weather Service (NWS) Tampa Bay has issued a forecast for west Central Florida and Southwest Florida on Sunday, September 07, 2025, forecasting numerous to widespread showers and thunderstorms mainly in the afternoon with highs in the low 90s across the region. A marginal...
This Mom-And-Pop Diner In Florida Serves Up The Best Omelettes You’ll Ever Taste
Hidden in the heart of Bartow, Florida sits a breakfast paradise that’s been making morning magic happen one perfect omelette at a time – welcome to Broadway Diner. When an omelette arrives at your table so fluffy it practically floats above the plate, you know you’ve stumbled upon something special.
Lakeland’s Depot Arts District intends to be a vibrant hub for creativity
The Depot Arts District is scheduled to open this October, bringing new life into a building that has been vacant for three years. The owners of the building, BSD Capital, and the non-profit Lakeland Arts Association (LAA) have partnered on the project. Construction is underway in the southeast corner of...
Lakeland Electric to open liquid nitrogen generation facility
FOX 13's Carla Bayron explains the unconventional new technology that will help ensure customers will always have power flowing to their homes.
Polk County passes new restrictions for Lake Winterset following brawl
POLK COUNTY, Fla. — A group of families is relieved after Polk County commissioners approved new restrictions for Lake Winterset. The vote follows an all-out brawl on Aug. 2 at a popular hangout spot on the lake known as "The Pointe." The Polk County Sheriff’s Office said it arrested eight suspects involved in the...
‘Unimaginable tragedy’: 2 people dead after murder-suicide at Valrico home, deputies say
HILLSBOROUGH COUNTY, Fla. — The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office said it is investigating a "murder-suicide" after two people were found dead at a home in Valrico. Just before 9:30 a.m. Thursday, deputies say they received a call from a man stating that "he did something bad and that he was sorry." They then...
‘Legacy Lane’ Portrait Exhibit Honors Cancer Survivors at Watson Clinic
The Watson Clinic Cancer & Research Center at 1730 Lakeland Hills Blvd. has added five vibrant portraits to its second floor waiting area. The series, “Legacy Lane: Celebrating Survivorship,” introduces an on-going exhibit to celebrate life after cancer. Tiffany Van Wieren, Watson Clinic Foundation’s Arts in Medicine...
Lakeland approves plans to demolish affordable housing complex, residents share concerns
LAKELAND, Fla. — The Lakeland Housing Authority is one step closer to bringing new affordable housing for seniors to the area. City commissioners recently approved the agency’s plans for the development, which include demolishing Carrington Place, an affordable multifamily housing complex that has been part of the...
Lake Wales officer, K-9 in good spirits but hurt after being dragged by fleeing...
LAKE WALES, Fla. (WFLA) — An injured officer and his K-9 are in good spirits but still not able to return to work after being dragged several feet by a fleeing car, according to Lake Wales Police. Officer Sean Robertson and his K-9 Bolo visited the Lake Wales police station on Thursday. “He was obviously […]
