We rarely see tropical activity in February, but it happened once, 74 years ago ion Groundhog Day. Here's what happened.

Parts of the Tampa Bay area have a 10% to 15% chance of seeing "Gulf Effect Snow." What's that mean? And will Polk County see ...

During a Dec. 1, 2025 city commission meeting, officials in Lake Alfred unanimously approved the purchase.

As dangerous winter storm hits 24 states, temps are forecast to fall into the 30s by Jan. 27 in Polk County. A second colder ...

TAMPA, Fla. — The city of Tampa is working to launch a new program to assist homeowners with recovery after Hurricanes Helene and Milton. The Homeowner Hurricane Assistance program (HHA) will be open ...

The Lakeland Arts Association is launching a new joint venture aimed at creating an arts hub in Lakeland. Along with the building owner, the association is opening the Depot Arts District on Memorial ...

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Lakeland swears in first woman elected mayor as city faces growth, tax questions Lakeland officially has a new mayor after Sara Roberts McCarley was sworn in. City leaders say the timing could not be ...

It's a great reminder that weather disasters can happen all year long - not just during hurricane season. From extreme cold to extreme heat, and everything in between, now is a great time to make sure ...