Breaking news and top stories from Polk County in Central Florida.

As we approach the 4th of July, there are many communities and local groups that are putting on celebrations across the Tampa ...

That’s what happens at Gold Head Branch State Park. Built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930s, this park is like stepping back in time. The wooden boardwalks take you through ravines that ...

Discover a charming Florida city where retirees can comfortably live on Social Security benefits while enjoying small-town charm, affordable housing, and a vibrant community atmosphere.

Pep Guardiola and his Manchester City squad have now touched down in Florida ahead of the 2025 FIFA Club World Cup in the United States.The UEFA Champions League winners of 2023 come into the ...

Protests are taking place in Florida and nationwide on June 14, the same day as the military parade in Washington DC.

Families and survivors have waited 9 years for a memorial for Pulse shooting victims in Orlando. Now the city is moving forward with plans ...

Florida residents are flocking to this city, study finds. Here’s why Study examines the most “popular” moving destinations in the state ...

After two seasons at the helm, Terrence Hicks will no longer be leading the Plant City Raiders' football team. Hicks announced on social media Tuesday evening that he and Plant City have decided ...

HAINES CITY, FL – After more than a year of uncertainty following a devastating hurricane, the Haines City Historical Museum has been assured a new, permanent home. In a unanimous vote on June 5, the ...

Florida has one of the worst cities in the country to raise kids, according to a new 2025 report by WalletHub. Do you agree? See full list.