Eight people are facing charges in a multi-state, $8.8 million bank fraud and racketeering scheme impacting 235 people, ...

Sheriff Grady Judd and Attorney General James Uthmeier say the scheme targeted 235 people, specifically the elderly.

Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd joined Attorney General James Uthmeier and Florida Department of Law Enforcement officials at ...

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

For this fiscal year, only applicants scoring 95 or higher can expect to receive their full requests for Florida's arts and ...

Tampa Electric has tapped Morgan Odum as its new Regional Affairs Manager for Polk County, where she’ll help lead local ...

The Polk County Sheriff's Office (PCSO) said deputies are on the scene of a fatal car crash at Powerline Road and Snell Creek Road.

POLK COUNTY, Fla. (WFLA) — Hope you’re hungry, it’s Burger Week in Polk County. This Friday marks the start of the second annual Burger Week, a celebration of the beloved American dish, which takes ...

A pair of teenagers from outside of Florida have been arrested for allegedly “swatting” a victim in Polk County, according to the sheriff’s office.

The Polk County Sheriff's Office (PCSO) announced today two dogs rescued from animal abuse are now ready to be fostered.

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

Polk County Property Appraiser Neil Combee raised concerns about the financial impact of Florida's Live Local Act on property tax revenues. The Live Local Act provides tax breaks to developers ...