PNC targets Tampa Bay in $2B branch expansion
PNC Bank is expanding its branch network nationwide, committing $2 billion to open more than 300 new branches by 2030, with several planned across Florida’s fastest-growing communities, including Tampa, Sarasota and Lakeland. The new commitment increases PNC’s previous expansion target by 100 locations, reinforcing...
Ellianos Coffee Starts Construction in Lakeland’s Highlands Plaza
Ellianos Coffee, the high-end drive-thru coffee chain with locations in the southeastern states, announced this week that it has begun construction on a new location in Lakeland’s Highlands Plaza, at 2890 Lakeland Highlands Road. The new Ellianos will be helmed by franchisees Shawn R. McDonald and Taylor Caffey. “As...
The most expensive neighborhoods in Lakeland
Homebuyers and sellers are navigating a slow and expensive housing market, with rising prices and stagnant demand keeping many on the sidelines. This comes amid rising economic uncertainty and growing wealth concentration. But luxury homes—multimillion-dollar estates, sleek penthouses, and one-of-a-kind custom...
2-year-old hit, killed by truck in Dade City
A 2-year-old was killed in Pasco County on Friday morning after being hit by a truck, the Florida Highway Patrol said.
Auburndale Woman Taken Into Custody After Using Child To Steal Hoodie At Davenport Sporting...
A 33-year-old Auburndale woman was arrested this week after allegedly using a young male to steal products from a Dick’s Sporting Goods store in Posner Park, according to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office (PCSO). Cumesha Loanmen, 33, of Auburndale, was arrested on Monday, November 3, 2025, after store...
6-Year-Old Killed on Her Way to School After Being Hit in the Crosswalk with...
A 6-year-old girl was killed after being struck by a car while walking to school with her family earlier this week, according to Florida authorities. The Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office said deputies responded around 7:00 a.m. on Tuesday, Nov. 4, to reports of a collision between a vehicle and pedestrians at the...
Polk County deputies arrest 2 sisters accused of grand theft at Target
DAVENPORT, Fla. — A pair of sisters are facing charges after Polk County deputies say they tried to hide items they were looking to steal at a Target. The Polk County Sheriff's Office says it responded on Tuesday to the Target located in the area of Grandview Parkway in Davenport regarding a retail theft call.
4 dead, 11 injured after speeding car plows through crowd in Ybor
TAMPA (WFLA) — A Dade City man is facing eight felony charges after four people were killed in a crash in Ybor early Saturday morning, the Tampa Police Department said. Tampa Police Chief Lee Bercaw said that it started at around 12:40 a.m. when police air units saw two vehicles racing westbound on Hillsborough...
Fighting food insecurity across the Tampa Bay area
Local food pantries and non-profits are supplementing their resources and trying to keep up with the growing demand amid the uncertainty surrounding SNAP benefits. It comes as local lawmakers introduce a bill to address "food deserts." Kailey Tracy reports.
Polk County Residents: Solid Waste Collection and Facility Closures on Veterans Day
Polk County Solid Waste in Bartow, Florida, will not provide curbside residential collection in unincorporated areas on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, due to Veterans Day. Collections scheduled for that day will occur one day later. Tuesday pickups will move to Wednesday, and the schedule for the rest of the week will...
