Rainbow River reopens after alligator removed following snorkeler attack; FWC says such unprovoked attacks are 1 in 3.1M.

Several Polk County cities saw taxable home values rise by double digits in the Property Appraiser's June 1 annual estimates.

More Alzheimer's patients are searching for outside conventional medicine, but mainstream doctors have doubts.

Lake Hamilton leads growth (25.39%); Polk County taxable value up 4.57% to $75.4B.

U.S. Rep. Byron Donalds, a Republican candidate for governor, drew a standing-room audience for a campaign rally at a restaurant in Lakeland.

Olivia Celiscar, who repeated as state champion, is the athlete of the year, and Curtis Williams is the coach of the year.

Haines City flag football quarterback Zebrielle Canaday is in the process to join Team USA. Is a spot in the 2028 Olympics on ...

Seven Republicans will vie for the chance to challenge Rep. Darren Soto, D-Kissimmee, in redrawn District 9, which now favors ...

Two new Publix grocery stores are opening in Polk County this June as the chain continues its rapid expansion.

Kelly Quinn is challenging incumbent Rick Wilson for the District 2 seat on the Polk County Commission this November.

Polk County officials have lifted the burn ban following recent rains, but "will continuously monitor the KBDI and weather in ...

The reining Flag Football Player of the Year Zebrielle Canaday was excited and confident heading into the district semifinal ...