The spirit of freedom usually defines the Fourth of July, but for one Poinciana man, the holiday ended with him losing his own liberty. Mark Cracchiolo, 58, was arrested Thursday evening after an ...

The state teachers' union president says "constantly" changing tests may be leading to failing scores at the national level. ...

The future of Bartow's East End Catalyst affordable housing project could hinge on Live Local Act, says developer in update to City Commission.

North Port voters have twice voted against referendum question asking for them to loosen their hold on the city's purse strings ...

POLK COUNTY, Fla. — A fire destroyed a home in Lakeland on Sunday morning, according to Polk County Fire Rescue (PCFR).

DAVENPORT, Fla. — A small Polk County community says new development is causing flooding in their neighborhood. Longtime Davenport resident Fred Daniell told Spectrum Bay News 9 that Hurricane ...

Tropical Storm Chantal made landfall near Litchfield Beach, SC this morning. Heavy rain for the Carolinas will be the biggest threat, along with some gusty wind and big waves at the beach. Rip ...

Daily Ridge News Ashley Bell Barnett, a respected business leader, philanthropist, and passionate advocate for education and community service in Central Florida, has been appointed to the Women ...

AdventHealth, according to a statement, has purchased Bond Clinic, a physician group of more than 90 providers encompassing ...