Lakeland FL

Hidden in the heart of Bartow, Florida lies a culinary treasure that locals have been quietly enjoying for years while the rest of us were distracted by flashy beachfront eateries and tourist traps. Broadway Diner doesn’t announce itself with neon lights or gimmicky promotions. Instead, it lets its legendary...

Traffic Stop Leads to Discovery of Cocaine, Methamphetamine, and Multiple Charges. A traffic stop in Dundee on July 24 spiraled into a much larger case after a woman gave a false name to a Polk County Sheriff’s Office deputy. The incident resulted in her being charged with multiple felonies, including drug possession...

The ruling could have far-reaching implications, as it at least temporarily blocks the arbitration process statewide.

A Florida woman was arrested after allegedly violating HOA rules, despite taking steps to comply with the court’s orders.

Florida's Department of Government Efficiency is targeting at least three local counties. Hillsborough, Pinellas, and Manatee counties will undergo further auditing and on-site review.

Each week, Macaroni KID Brandon shares our picks for five things to do with your kids in the area over the coming week. Join us for Storytime, Bluey visit, & dance mode dance party! This event is FREE to all ages. August 4, 4:30-6:30 p.m. at Dancing for a Difference.

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. — Tampa Bay has many streets that have murals painted on them, but they could be at risk of being removed. The mural outside the Woodson African American History Museum was first created in 2020. James Freeman Kitchens is hopeful mural like the one outside the...

Your weekend is here, Tampa Bay! Here's a look at the news and what events are going on in the area. No major changes expected this weekend as temperatures will be seasonably hot and rain chances will also be typical for early August. The atmospheric conditions won't change much this...

A recent Central Florida operation resulted in a significant reduction in crime, according to local law enforcement. The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office concluded a month-long operation along the South 78th Street corridor near Tampa, which significantly decreased overall crime. The operation aimed to stop the...

LAKELAND, Fla. — It’s been almost eight years since Hurricane Maria hit Puerto Rico as a Category 4 hurricane. Its devastation forced many to leave and move elsewhere in the U.S. That’s the case for one Lakeland man. Like any hobby, practice makes perfect. For Angel Maldonado,...