Snowfall will taper off through the evening on Wednesday, but bitter cold and dangerous wind chills will move in for Thursday ...

With Bartow out of the mix, 10 other Polk municipalities could see elections in April. Here's an update on where qualifying ...

Schools around the U.S. are closing due to surges of flu and other illnesses, which are sickening students and staff. Here's what parents need to know.

Eleven municipalities in Polk County hold elections in April. If you're thinking about running, here's what you need to know.

A few strong thunderstorms along the Panhandle and Big Bend are possible and may bring lightning, gusty winds of 40 to 50 mph, and heavy downpours. The cold front will continue to weaken overnight ...

WASHINGTON (AP) — Randy Fine wins Republican nomination for U.S. House in Florida's 6th Congressional District special primary election.

WASHINGTON (AP) — Josh Weil wins Democratic nomination for U.S. House in Florida's 6th Congressional District special primary election.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis held a news conference at the Polk County Sheriff's Office in Winter Haven. He is joined by Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd, Brevard County Sheriff Wayne Ivey, Florida ...

The big story: Florida lawmakers ... Student health: Polk County doctors are raising cautions as the percentage of children receiving their school vaccinations declines, the Ledger reports. Security: ...

A contentious proposal to build a new Poinciana-area on former ranchland along Lake Hatchineha Road in far eastern Polk County ... process driven by Florida statutes. “The district did follow ...

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Snow fell Tuesday throughout parts of northern Florida and the Panhandle ... This interactive map from the National Weather Service shows snowfall reports from the last 24 hours, as well as ...