A day after historic rain flooded nearby Plant City and flood-weary portions of Polk County saw waters rise, more is on the ...

The top county in the U.S. when it came to flash density, or the number of lightning strikes per square mile, in 2024 was ...

Nineteen people have been charged in connection to gang activity in Tampa and Polk County, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Florida.

Each project is different, but one Polk County site offers a window into the challenging but rewarding process of restoring ...

LAKELAND, Fla. - Polk County health officials are warning that toxic blue-green algae may be present in three lakes. The ...

POLK COUNTY, Fla. (WSVN) –A Polk County fifth grader opened a lemonade stand to save up for a gaming console and to his surprise, he<a class="excerpt-read-more" href=" More ...

The plan could dramatically change the junction of U.S. 92 and County Line Road and affect businesses on both sides. See the ...

To be eligible, students must hold an Associate in Arts degree and currently work as a paraeducator for Polk County Public Schools.

The Bartow 8U Allstars baseball team is 29-0 this season. The team is hoping to carry that winning streak straight to the top ...

Animal supporters in Polk County confront commissioners over the urgent need for spay/neuter programs as shelter conditions worsen.

Polk County deputies are investigating after they say a train hit and killed a pedestrian early Tuesday in Auburndale.

The Polk County Sheriff's Office (PCSO) said a death investigation is underway after a pedestrian was killed by a CSX train in Auburndale early Tuesday morning.