The end of summer marks the beginning of saw palmetto season. But whether it's public property or your own, there are rules you should keep in mind.

This year, the U.S. Census Bureau released a new report showing where people have been moving — and one Central Florida city had the biggest boom nationwide.

Florida’s only fully wooden roller coaster is set to reopen Sunday, following a comprehensive rebuild aimed at keeping the fan-favorite attraction running for another 20 to 30 years.

Florida is well-known for its large alligator population, but with that comes a pretty big downside: a greater possibility of alligator attacks.

A shootout with a suspect in the woods left a K-9 deputy injured on Thursday, and ended with the suspect’s death, according to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office.

Last week, half a dozen Central Florida eateries were forced to shut down temporarily after a visit from a health inspectors, according to state records.

Millennials aren’t just renting longer — they’re increasingly buying homes, and Central Florida is among the biggest hotspots.

“Southerners always seem to be thinking about good food.” That’s the opener for this year's "Southern Food Hall of Fame," which was released late last month.

During a news conference, Sheriff Judd criticized a statewide property tax proposal heading to the ballot later this year after lawmakers removed a key provision in the governor's original plan.

Drivers who exceed the posted school-zone speed limit by more than 10 mph while school-zone flashing lights are active may soon receive a $100 civil citation in the mail, according to the police department.

A Central Florida man has been arrested over drug-related charges, roughly one year after he originally got out of prison on a commuted sentence, deputies said.

Property taxes have gone up across Florida — but some places have seen much bigger jumps than others.

In a statement on Tuesday afternoon, Sheriff Judd said that detectives were looking into the "suspicious" death of a female victim.

Upon a review of the surveillance footage, investigators said they recognized one of the “female” suspects due to his extensive history of previous arrests.

On Wednesday, investigators revealed that 19 Florida residents have now pleaded guilty in a wide-ranging bank fraud conspiracy.

An assistant director at a Lakeland middle school was arrested over the weekend after deputies said she resisted during a traffic stop on Interstate 4.

Jeremy Mason, 29, was arrested on Friday after troopers responded to a “Be On the Lookout” alert for a white Chevrolet Silverado traveling westbound on State Road 400. Dispatchers reported a woman inside the vehicle was yelling that she had been kidnapped.

A devastating morning in Winter Haven as police say two people are dead after a fire.

Polk County Deputies say a small plane hit power lines, then went down, shortly after takeoff today around 11:30 a.m.

Running July 20 through Aug. 16, this year’s event is bigger than ever, featuring five immersive zones — including two brand-new additions — and is included with regular park admission.

After months of work, company officials revealed that eight supermarkets have now been converted into Winn-Dixie stores.

It’s a new month, and Florida’s fan-favorite grocer has revealed its lineup of upcoming locations.

The Polk County Sheriff’s Office announced that on Friday, deputies arrested 12 adults and 3 juveniles accused of stealing food and drinks from the Wawa in Davenport.

Last month, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed a new bill impacting data centers across the state, adding it to the list of nearly 200 laws approved so far this year.

After coming across a Facebook post showing the duct-taped dog, investigators said they jumped into action to find the animal and its owner.

Drivers along ChampionsGate Boulevard are facing detours this week as work is happening on an I-4 improvement project.

A new report has emerged revealing which cities spent the most on OnlyFans last year — and one Florida metro came in at No. 2.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has signed off on yet another batch of new laws — this time tackling criminal issues.

Florida’s fan-favorite native grocer Publix already boasts nearly 900 stores in the Sunshine State — and another four are soon set to open.

One person is dead after a plane crash in Lakeland on Monday night, according to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office.

It’s common knowledge by now that consuming alcohol and driving is not only against the law — it’s also incredibly dangerous. But what many might not know is that it doesn't just stop at cars.

Pro Basketball Hall of Famer Tracy McGrady is hosting his second "Ones Basketball League" event of the spring at Oak Ridge High School in Orlando on Friday, June 12. He stopped by News 6 to discuss the league and event with WKMG Sports Director Jamie Seh.

State officials have revealed the latest data showing which parts of Florida were most affected by fatal car crashes in 2025.

The Polk County Sheriff’s Office said a 6-year-old boy shot himself in the right leg with a handgun inside a Winter Haven home, and a woman who was caring for him faces child neglect and drug-related charges.

Running on select dates from Sept. 5 through Oct. 31, the Brick-or-Treat celebration is returning with more event dates and an earlier start time

Legoland Florida is packed with summer fun, including the FIFA World Cup 2026 Experience, Peppa Pig's Pig Family Travel Adventure, a Fourth of July fireworks show, and the LEGO Festival.

A police officer was taken into custody this week after he was accused of racking up charges on a dead man’s credit card, according to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office.

The latest study reveals the top-ranked places to live across the U.S. — including right here in the Sunshine State.

Publix has revealed which places in the Sunshine State are next to receive a new location, and it turns out Central Florida is on that list.

Last week, nine more restaurants across Central Florida were forced to close after a visit from a health inspector, according to state records.

A plane crashed in Polk County on Friday night, prompting a response from deputies, according to the sheriff’s office.

After recent mail theft arrests, News 6 requested data from the federal government to see where the most mail thefts were reported in Central Florida ZIP Codes.

Researchers have revealed exactly what’s responsible for the vast majority of alligator attacks.

The globe-trotting experience follows Peppa, Mummy Pig, Daddy Pig, George, and baby Evie on their first holiday as a family of five.

A Volusia County woman accused of trying to kill her disabled great-granddaughter before attempting to take her own life has put a long-standing crisis into sharp focus - Florida families caring for medically fragile children say the system is failing them.

According to deputies, the suspect said he would “beat the gay out of him if it was possible, but since it wasn’t possible, he would beat him more.”

Over 260 people were taken into custody after a massive operation kicked off in Central Florida, according to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office.

Troopers made a surprising discovery after pulling over a pickup truck in Central Florida, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

With any qualifying purchase, customers will score a coupon on the back of their receipt good for one free child hopper ticket with the purchase of a paid adult hopper ticket.

On Wednesday, Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd announced the results of a recent undercover sting — including the arrest of a local “Santa Claus.”

Parents at Mater Academy in Davenport are demanding safety changes after an 11-year-old boy was hit by a car while walking to school Wednesday morning.

The limited-time fan zone is packed with interactive games, hands-on LEGO builds, and larger-than-life character moments.

Spend a day at Legoland Florida Resort with highlights including Galacticoaster, Lost Kingdom Adventure, The Dragon, Miniland USA, SEA LIFE Florida, and Granny’s Apple Fries.

Publix has revealed the next two stores that are set to open — and they’re both situated in the Sunshine State.

U.S. News & World Report has revealed its latest list of the best places to retire in 2026.

Of the new laws signed on Tuesday, one designates a Florida highway as the "President Donald J. Trump Highway."

A runaway teen girl was discovered in the bedroom closet of a sex offender in Polk County this week, according to the sheriff’s office.

The leader of the Blood-affiliated “Sex Money Murder” gang will spend the rest of his life behind bars, according to the Florida attorney general.

According to Sheriff Grady Judd, deputies responded to the Lakeland home after being told that the man had called a crisis hotline.

Last week, over a dozen more eateries across Central Florida were forced to close after a visit from a health inspector, according to state records.

A child was taken to the hospital on Tuesday evening after being left inside a vehicle, according to the Winter Haven Police Department.

Days after a man was found dead at an apartment complex, Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd announced that an arrest has finally been made.

Those who wander into this Central Florida neighborhood are likely to spot an incredibly strange sight.

On Thursday, the U.S. Census Bureau released a new report showing where people are moving — and one Central Florida city had the biggest boom nationwide.

In a release, the company announced that the first customers in line will receive a Winn-Dixie "mystery gift card" of up to $100.

Khork, who was posthumously promoted from captain, will be buried in Bushnell following weekend funeral services.

Government buildings in Tallahassee and in Winter Haven will fly flags at half-staff on Saturday to honor the US Army major who was one of six soldiers killed in Kuwait.

The remains of Winter Haven native and fallen army solider Major Cody Khork were returned to Polk County Wednesday afternoon. He was killed while serving the U.S. in Kuwait during Operation Epic Fury.

The body of U.S. Army Maj. Cody Khork, 35, and Polk County native, returned home on Wednesday.

A group of sheriffs on a state immigration enforcement board sharply criticized the federal government’s mass deportation efforts Monday, a stark departure from hardline policies in Florida, where Gov. Ron DeSantis has spearheaded collaboration with federal officials to remove all undocumented immigrants.

After a small child was killed by a hit-and-run driver this week, Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd announced that the suspect has finally been caught.

Six U.S. soldiers who were killed during the ongoing Iran war were returned to the United States over the weekend, including a Florida Army Reserve captain remembered by those closest to him as a compassionate leader and loyal friend.

Lakeland Police are investigating a deadly shootout that occurred outside a pool hall on East Main Street on Thursday morning.

A Winter Haven woman is facing plenty of charges after she escaped a patrol car and tried to remove an officer’s firearm on Monday, according to the police department.

A pastor from Polk County is eager to get back to Florida after managing to leave Israel amidst escalating violence in the Middle East.

An Army Reserve soldier from Winter Haven has been identified as one of the first six service members killed since the United States began its conflict with Iran.

The costume update, timed for World Hearing Day, extends the episode “Hearing Test” into meet-and-greets and interactive shows.

Galacticoaster turns guests into pilots, pairing classic spaceman nostalgia with a first‑of‑its‑kind customizable ride vehicle for an indoor interstellar family adventure.

Several law enforcement agencies throughout Central Florida have set up exchange zones in their parking lots to offer safe places to conduct online sales transactions.

Florida residents are no strangers to invasive reptiles. But this 6-foot-long African lizard poses an especially big threat.

If you thought traveling I-4 from Orlando to Tampa was already bad ...

A new report this week has revealed the fastest-growing boomtowns in the U.S. And it turns out the top-ranked spot is right here in Central Florida.

If your daily drive takes you on Interstate 4 near the attractions, be aware of this new traffic shift near the World Drive exit.

A Central Florida woman posed as a state employee while trying to "remove" a 9-year-old boy from his babysitter last week, the sheriff's office announced.

A high school teacher in Polk County was arrested Sunday after he set a fire in his backyard that grew to be 5 acres, according to sheriff’s officials.

The young builders were selected from hundreds of entries, who were judged on creativity, problem-solving skills, and space-themed LEGO designs.

Polk County Fire Rescue crews responded to more than 30 brush fires across the county Sunday as dry conditions and high winds fueled flames despite a countywide burn ban, according to a news release.

With the discussion around property tax cuts hitting a fever pitch in Florida, a new report shows which counties have imposed the highest levies statewide.

In a WARN Notice to state and local officials, the company said that the plant will shut down at the end of the year.

A Lakeland man is dead after a crash on Interstate 75 in Columbia County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

An elderly woman's body was found in a field on Thursday afternoon, leading investigators to determine what caused her death, according to the Winter Haven Police Department.

After fleeing a deputy, the Polk County Sheriff's Office said the 19-year-old's motorcycle later caught fire due to a malfunction, leading to charges including fleeing to elude, reckless driving, and speeding.

A person was found dead in a mobile home that caught fire in Polk County, according to officials.

A Polk County substitute teacher is arrested on a DUI charge in a school parking lot, according to the sheriff’s office.

A 911 caller asks for help getting a frog out of her house because she was "deathly afraid." A Florida deputy helped out!

Last week, half a dozen eateries across Central Florida were forced to close after a visit from a health inspector, according to state records.

Temperatures tumbled off the edge of a cliff Monday, starting as early as 7 p.m. We came down from record high afternoons this previous weekend, and went right back into freezing conditions. The "best," and we use that term relatively, is yet to come. Here's a county-by-county look at what you should prep for as we head for Feb. 1.

A two‑vehicle crash in northeast Polk County left a 41‑year‑old Osceola County motorcyclist on Saturday night, according to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office.

Winter Haven firefighters reported no injuries after extinguishing a burning home.

Over 20 students were hospitalized after a gas detector went off at a Central Florida school on Friday, according to the police department.