Lakeland FL

A pair of brothers with dozens of criminal convictions are in trouble again after Polk County deputies say they pulled a gun on a couple riding their ATVs near the brothers’ home. According to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office, Joseph Sibold, 45, and Jason Sibold, 43, arrived at the...

Veterinarians report rising emergency cases as invasive amphibians spread through residential areas. By Senior Staff Writer, Edmond Thorne: 08/27/2025 11:41 EST. Fla. News Network —A silent, squatting danger is making its presence felt in Florida neighborhoods, leaving a trail of sorrow for pet owners.Veterinary...

The Auburndale Police Department and Polk County Sheriff's Office raided a group of illegal gambling houses in a joint operation.

A general contractor who worked at the multi-million-dollar mansion in the Avila community operated by the Kingdom of God Global Church claims, as the weeks of construction went on, he became more suspicious.

SEFFNER, Fla. (WFLA)— A woman was taken to the hospital after accidentally shooting herself, the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office announced. Deputies were at the 5400 block of Mango Road regarding a shooting. According to HCSO, was transported to a nearby hospital. At this time, the condition of the woman is...

POLK COUNTY, Fla. – What began as a report of a stolen mini bike on Monday quickly escalated into the arrest of an Indian Lake Estates man facing multiple felony charges, including drug possession. According to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office (PCSO), a deputy was dispatched to a residence...

LAKE WALES, Fla. (WFLA)— A Dundee man was arrested after fleeing from a traffic stop and injuring a police officer and his canine partner, the Lake Wales Police Department announced. A Lake Wales police officer attempted to stop Marlon Arrindell, 36, for going more than 30 mph over the speed limit on Sunday, but...

LAKELAND, FL – Sambrazil Market, a new Brazilian grocery and specialty shop, is preparing to open in early October at 2020 S Combee Rd, Lakeland, FL 33801. Owner Anna-Clara Santos told Business Debut that the family-run market will celebrate its grand opening between late September and October 1. A...

Fuel rate: Rising from $41.50 to $43.50 per megawatt hour. Adds to $2.40/month for a typical household using 1,200 kWh. Environmental compliance charge: From $1.17 to $1.85 per megawatt hour. Adds about $0.81/month. Effective Oct. 1, pending City Commission approval Sept. 15. Together, the increases will add about...

POLK COUNTY, Fla. – A 33-year-old Frostproof man with an active felony warrant for violating his probation was taken into custody Tuesday afternoon after a brief chase through a rural property. Kurt Hugh Gaddy, who was wanted on a Polk County warrant, was seen by deputies attempting to flee...