Polk County

Explore breaking news in Polk County, Florida, including natural disasters like sinkholes, frequent alligator sightings, crime busts, and dramatic law enforcement incidents.

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