Polk County

Stay updated on Polk County's events, from natural disasters like sinkholes post-hurricanes to alarming alligator incidents, crime crackdowns, and dramatic arrests.

Florida Sheriffs Challenge Deportations of Non-Criminal Immigrants: Their Arguments Explained

Published on 3/18/2026

Florida Cities to Hold Local Elections on November 4

Published on 11/4/2025

Execution Date Set for Florida Man Who Murdered Ex-Wife's Family and Burned Their Home

Published on 8/18/2025

Driver in Florida Tries to Ram Patrol Cars: Authorities Discover Shocking Cargo Inside Vehicle

Published on 8/8/2025

Alligator Attack in Florida: New Revelations About Tragic Incident Involving Woman

Published on 6/30/2025

Florida Man Survives Alligator Attack, Later Attempts to Disarm Police

Published on 5/27/2025

Cuban Nationals Among Those Arrested in Florida Human Trafficking Crackdown

Published on 5/26/2025

Former NFL Player and Red Cross Executive Among Hundreds Arrested in Massive Florida Sting

Published on 5/18/2025

Florida: Officials Warn of Dangerous Alligator Presence in Tiger Creek

Published on 5/16/2025

Suspected Members of Tren de Aragua Arrested in Florida: Accused of Targeting Over 30 Businesses

Published on 4/21/2025

Alligator Attacks Woman in Central Florida

Published on 3/7/2025

Part of Florida Home Consumed by Sinkhole Following Hurricanes Milton and Helene

Published on 10/16/2024