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.
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.
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 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.
Over 20 students were hospitalized after a gas detector went off at a Central Florida school on Friday, according to the police department.
A youth travel baseball tournament erupted into a “bench‑clearing brawl" Saturday evening, leaving a 21‑year‑old umpire hospitalized and three people arrested, according to the Winter Haven Police Department.
Running select dates from Jan. 17 through Feb. 15, families visiting the park on Lego Ninjago Weekends can enjoy interactive activities, character meet-and-greets, high-energy shows, and hands-on builds.
There are plenty of people who want to live in the Sunshine State. But according to a new study, there’s one city that’s better than the rest.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and first lady Casey DeSantis held a news conference in Polk County to announce independent state testing of baby formulas for the presence of heavy metals and pesticides.
After a driver was shot and killed by an ICE agent in Minneapolis on Wednesday morning, Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd came out to express his thoughts on the matter.
Months after an alligator mauled a woman to death at Lake Kissimmee State Park, investigators have released a report detailing what exactly happened.
It’s already been a week into the new year, and state officials have revealed which parts of Florida were most affected by fatal car crashes in 2025.
The Polk County Sheriff’s Office is investigating a murder-suicide that left a woman dead, her daughter critically injured, and the woman’s husband dead from a self-inflicted gunshot wound three days before Christmas, according to Sheriff Grady Judd.
In the week before Christmas, nearly a dozen restaurants across Central Florida were forced to shut their doors, according to state records.
Whether you crave magical fireworks, thrilling rides, or unforgettable parties, these parks know how to kick off the new year with style.
The competition invites young innovators to explore creativity through hands-on building inspired by the universe. Winners will be announced by Feb. 5.
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.
A 64-year-old man was arrested after pulling a gun and pointing it toward another vehicle that had a 3-year-old child inside, according to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office.
Deputies said 19-year-old Julian Trevino moved in with the victim last September but was forced to move out because he wasn't helping pay rent.
A SUV driver suffered critical injuries upon striking a Winter Haven fire truck that was turning at an intersection, according to police.
The Central Florida Expressway Authority has approved the Southport Connector Project, a controversial 15-mile highway designed to ease traffic from Poinciana Parkway to the Turnpike.
Another nine eateries across Central Florida were forced to close their doors after a visit from a health inspector last week, according to state records.
A choreographed drone show featured rockets, LEGO bricks, and the new Space Creature character, setting the stage for Galacticoaster’s interstellar adventure.
New Publix stores are scheduled to open in Central Florida, though Publix officials said they’ll be missing a certain piece of equipment.
A Florida man faces multiple charges after he told police he had a “dirty bomb” in his truck following a crash on Friday, according to a news release.
A woman who was walking across Interstate 4 in Polk County was fatally struck by two vehicles, the second of which didn’t stay behind, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Lake Mary, Lakeland, Jones, Bishop Moore and Cocoa played for a spot in the state championship Friday night.
A man who traveled to Auburndale from far out of state, accused of giving a minor alcohol and attempting to have sex with them, was found out by the child’s mother and arrested during a crash investigation, according to police.
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced $112 million in grants for water-quality improvements along the Gulf Coast and for some Central Florida utilities companies.
The suspect faces three counts of attempted second-degree murder and charges for discharging a firearm in a residential area.
Four boaters from Polk County, including one celebrating his birthday, were rescued Tuesday after going missing during a fishing trip near Clearwater, according to police.
Another nine eateries were forced to shut their doors over issues like cockroaches, droppings, and storage violations, state records show.
According to the Winter Haven Police Department, the girl was playing near the driveway when the Tesla began backing into the driveway, hitting the child.
Sheriff Grady Judd said the man claimed that the incident was part of a TikTok challenge, though he didn't even have a cell phone on him.
A six-year-old Lakeland boy may never walk again after sustaining severe spinal injuries when a vehicle driven by two teenagers collided with the sport utility vehicle he was riding in with his uncle, his father told News 6.
From markets to festivals to drive-through displays, the options are endless when it comes to holiday fun.
The high school football playoffs kicked off this week and a number of teams across Central Florida start a journey toward a state title.
Last week, over a dozen restaurants across Central Florida were forced to close their doors after receiving a visit from a health inspector, according to state records.
The opening date for a “prototype” Publix store in Central Florida has finally been revealed, with some interesting features on the way for local customers.
On a small plot of land in Polk County, a company is hard at work crafting a road out of radioactive materials.
While the threat of a recession seems to have abated, there’s another danger looming over Florida’s future, UCF economist Sean Snaith announced in his latest forecast.
A Winter Haven police vehicle was struck by a speeding car while an officer was responding to a call, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
As the government shutdown continues, federal employees are working without paychecks, and starting Nov. 1, federal SNAP benefits will not be available. If you or someone you know needs help with food donations, check out these websites to find programs near you.
Publix is opening its latest Central Florida supermarket in Palm Bay on Thursday morning, bringing yet another store to the region.
Dozens of swans descended from a pair gifted by Queen Elizabeth II to Lakeland, Florida, in the 1950s have been rounded up for their annual health checkup.
On select dates in December, families can enjoy a festive wonderland filled with twinkling lights, interactive entertainment, and holiday-themed LEGO décor, all included with park admission.
Raising the specter of not being able to meet future water needs, a Polk County agency is challenging a decision that would allow the neighboring Tampa Bay region to pull more water from the Alafia River.
The opening date for a “prototype” Publix store in Central Florida has finally been revealed, with some interesting features on the way for local customers.
Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd and two deputies are now under fire as part of a lawsuit filed over a child rape case that happened nearly a decade ago, according to court records filed on Friday.
A two-vehicle crash involving a Polk County Fire Rescue battalion chief left five people hospitalized, according to the agency.
A 51-year-old man arrested in Polk County was taken to jail on drug charges, but what deputies found on a body scan inside of the suspect is something Sheriff Grady Judd described as “never seen it before.”
A Florida Highway Patrol trooper was injured in a crash on Interstate 4 with a stolen vehicle reported out of Polk County, according to officials.
A 24-year-old Lakeland man riding a motorcycle through Lakeland Highlands died after striking an SUV that had turned into his path, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
The new LEGO store has grown by 2,000 square feet and now features more than 700 different LEGO sets and over 1,200 unique products for fans of all ages.
