Crime
Georgia Law Firm Manager Sentenced to 2 Years for $180K Fraud
Robin Stell abused her position to fund a lavish lifestyle, damaging public trust in legal institutions.
Polk County Cracks Down on Fentanyl and Meth Trafficking Rings
Multi-agency operations lead to dozens of arrests and major drug seizures
Polk County Sheriff Hunts For Serial Shoplifter At Lakeland Publix
Suspect allegedly stole from the same store 50 times over 7 months
Politics
Lakeland Constituents Can Make Their Voices Heard During Canady's Mobile Office Hours
Rep. Jennifer Canady and district staff will be available at the Lakeland Public Library on the third Wednesday of each month.
Florida House Advances Bill to Limit Non-Resident Enrollment at Top Universities
Legislation would reserve 95% of fall slots for Florida resident students at preeminent state universities
Lakeland Denies Funding for America 250 Statue
Community Redevelopment Agency rejects $10,000 grant request from patriotic alliance
Sports
Tigers Reliever Battles Back After Tommy John Surgery
Tyler Mattison missed the 2024 season but struggled to regain his form in 2025 comeback attempt.
Tigers' Tarik Skubal to make one start in World Baseball Classic
Detroit pitcher will return to Tigers camp after initial WBC appearance
Tigers' Skubal to pitch one game in World Baseball Classic
Pitcher limits participation to protect contract year with Detroit
