3 pets dead, 8 people left homeless after lithium-ion battery sparks fire in Lakeland
A home was completely destroyed due to a fire caused by a lithium-ion battery left charging in Lakeland Saturday afternoon, according to the Red Cross and the family living there.
Winter Haven motorcyclist dies when car turns in front of her on US 17
A Winter Haven woman was killed in a motorcycle crash along U.S. 17 on March 22. Polk County deputies responded to reports of a two-vehicle crash involving a motorcyclist about 4:10 p.m. at U.S. 17 and Avenue O Southwest in Winter Haven on March 22. A 2013 Mercedes was traveling south on U.S. 17 approaching Avenue O....
Investigators dismantle Florida synthetic drug ring; potent synthetic opioids seized
TAMPA, Fla. (CBS12) — An undercover investigation into a synthetic drug operation has led to arrests and the seizure of a substance authorities say is 13 times more potent than morphine. The investigation began with an anonymous tip on Jan. 28, 2026, and led Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office deputies...
Polk County Honors Fallen Army Reserve Major At Funeral
Funeral services were held for Army Reserve Major Cody A. Khork, a Polk County native who died while serving during a recent military operation.
Lakeland Woman Arrested After Allegedly Swiping Doorbell Camera From Bartow Home
Ashley Pope (PCSO) POLK COUNTY, Fla. – A 41-year-old Lakeland woman is behind bars this...
Dead Man’s ID Leads To Felony Charges For Illegal Immigrant Following Lake Wales Crash
Armando Emiliano Villasenor Bedolla (PCSO) A single-car accident late Saturday night resulted in multiple felony...
Nephew shocked after learning Polk County Marine’s remains found at yard sale
Better Call Behnken is getting results for a Zephyrhills woman. Her unusual discovery at a yard sale is leading to an emotional reunion for a St. Louis man.
“I’ll Punch You”: Polk County Teen On Probation Arrested After Threatening Davenport Target Worker
Polk County Sheriff's Office POLK COUNTY, Fla. – Police have arrested a 16-year-old girl following...
Grady Judd invites ICE, TSA agents to come to work with Polk County
Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd has made a pitch to federal law enforcement agents tired of not getting paid during government shutdowns: Come work for him instead. The afternoon of March 23, Judd posted a less-than-30-second video appealing to Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents and Transportation Security...
This Massive Fabric Store in Florida Is a Dream Destination for Crafters
Hidden inside a humble Lakeland storefront, Fabric Warehouse is the kind of place that makes creative hands itch to get started. Bolts tower, machines hum, and friendly experts seem to appear exactly when you need them. Whether you quilt, upholster, or sew garments, you will find tools and tips tailored to your...
