Crime
Lakeland Bicyclist Dies After Crash on U.S. 98 North
The 67-year-old man collided with a van on the busy highway near Interstate 4.
Former Police Officer Convicted of Rape and Murder of 11-Year-Old Girl to Be Executed
James Aren Duckett, a former police officer, is scheduled to be put to death at Florida State Prison on March 31 for the 1987 rape and murder of Teresa McAbee.
Florida Woman Charged for Posing as Child Services Worker in Kidnapping Attempt
Nicole Terry Thomas allegedly called 911 to request a deputy's help in removing a child from a babysitter's home.
Politics
Family Honors Army Captain Killed in Kuwait with ROTC Scholarship
The Khork family creates an endowed scholarship at Florida Southern College to support future ROTC cadets.
4 US Soldiers Killed in Kuwait Drone Strike
Families mourn the loss of the Army Reserve members killed during Operation Epic Fury deployment
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.
Business
Coffee Ingredients Gain Popularity Beyond Traditional Beverages
Experts note demand for coffee flavors and functionality in diverse product categories
JBT Marel Completes Major Customer Innovation Center Renovation
20,000 sq. ft. equipment and testing hub furthers goal of transforming the future of food
Robbins LLP Informs Investors of Lakeland Industries Class Action Lawsuit
Lawsuit alleges Lakeland misled investors about recent acquisitions and financial performance.
Sports
Yankees' Jasson Dominguez Reflects on Starting Year in Triple-A
Highly touted prospect admits it's 'tough' to return to minors after MLB debut.
Outfielder Austin Slater Leaves Tigers
Slater exercises release clause in minor league contract
Randal Grichuk earns Yankees bench spot with Opening Day roster nearly set
The veteran outfielder made the team after being in camp on a minor league deal.
