Lakeland FL

Candidate says his campaign is rooted in faith, service, and hometown pride, pledging to protect Plant City’s small-town character while supporting growth, public safety, and the city’s agricultural heritage. For a lifelong Plant City resident who grew up just steps from his childhood church on Tyler Street, running...

AUBURNDALE, Fla. – A man, who traveled to Auburndale from far out of state, accused of giving a minor alcohol and attempting to have sex with them was found out by the child’s mother and arrested during a crash investigation, according to police. Jesus Moisesbravo Beltran, 26, faces...

Vampire Penguin, a shaved snow dessert shop with gothic bookstore vibes, is set to open by the end of the year in downtown Lakeland. This Friday and Saturday, they’re introducing themselves to the community with a sneak peek of their future storefront at 216 E. Pine St. The multi-day...

The family of a newborn baby who was shot in her mother's womb is speaking out days after the man accused in the shooting appeared in court.

In a 5-2 vote, the Polk County Planning Commission declined conditional use approval for a sand mine operation near Lake Wales, a project that had received a recommendation from county planners.

Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) is investigating a single-vehicle crash that occurred on December 4, 2025, at 9:33 a.m. on northbound I-75 near the 257 milepost. According to FHP, a 57-year-old Riverview woman driving a Chrysler 300 suffered a medical emergency while traveling northbound. The vehicle entered the center...

A tragic end unfolded for Kyle Cole, a 26-year-old from New Port Richey, following a motorcycle crash on November 29, as reported by the Polk County Sheriff's Office. Cole, who was operating a reportedly stolen 2024 Suzuki motorcycle, fatally crashed on Knights Station Road in north Lakeland. The Polk Sheriff's...

One of the first eateries to open in Winter Haven's Bowen Yard has announced plans to close before the end of the year. SoCe Market, an independent market and quick-serve restaurant, announced via Facebook on Dec. 2 that it expects to close the business by Christmas Day. "We have enjoyed serving the Winter Haven...

A Hillsborough County man has been arrested on a murder charge out of New York.

Miguel Fuller (L) and Holly O’Connor. (Screenshot via 100.7/Instagram) TAMPA BAY | Fan favorite radio personalities Miguel Fuller and Holly O’Connor will return to Tampa Bay airwaves next year with “Miguel & Holly Mornings” on Mix 100.7. The co-hosts previously led “The Miguel & Holly Show”...