Several federal agencies and the Air Force have stopped using a variant of the gun because of reports of accidental firing.

Students returned to a rebuilt Elbert Elementary School after spending the previous two years at Scenic Terrace, a temporary ...

The projects aim to address explosive growth in Polk with transportation, solid waste, water and public safety projects, ...

In his first year, Florida Southern College President Jeremy Martin said he emphasized that everyone on campus should be "a ...

With a rich history and ornate surroundings, the vias of Worth Avenue are destinations in themselves. Learn more.

The Ledger's Super 16 countdown begins, and the senior class is so deep that we've added two players to the countdown.

Florida's month-long sales tax holiday on school supplies started Aug. 1 and will continue through Aug. 31, an extension from prior years of a two-week sales tax holiday. Several new laws went into ...

President Donald Trump is expected to speak on crime in Washington, D.C. on Monday Aug. 11 at 10 a.m. eastern. Watch the press conference.

The Florida Lottery offers several draw games for those hoping to win one of the available jackpots. Here’s a look at the winning numbers for games played on Monday, Aug. 11, 2025 Check Powerball ...

Auburndale's Adrian Holloway makes a catch against Victory Christian during the Polk County 7v7 Tournament on Saturday at Lake Myrtle Sports Complex.

Amid the summer swelter, where is Polk County's sweetest scoop? Help us narrow it down in The Ledger's bracket-style contest.

Spring football is underway throughout Polk CountyLakeland coach Marvin Frazier speaks with former Lakeland coach Bill Castle during a break in spring practice at Bryant Stadium.