Florida’s citrus growers are struggling to survive the one-two punch of hurricanes and disease.

The company announced that the new location is the second of its kind in the area, offering three special services.

Earlier this week during a Winter Haven news conference, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis made several jabs at states like California and New York.

A motorcycle driver was killed in Lakeland after a collision with a FedEx truck Monday afternoon, according to a social media post from the Polk County Sheriff’s Office.

On Monday, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis pledged to eliminate business rent taxes as he touted the state's economic success.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis will hold a news conference Monday morning in Winter Haven.

A stolen vehicle carrying seven people led law enforcement on a chase, ending in a crash on Lee Road in Orange County, according to sheriff’s officials.

A 79-year-old Melbourne man sparked a Silver Alert on Wednesday after his car was spotted along Interstate 4, according to the police department.

Legoland Florida will be one of seven Legoland Resorts worldwide hosting the inaugural festival.

A “prototype” Publix store is coming to Central Florida, bringing some new features for customers in the area, according to a company spokesperson.

Registration is required and the gardens encourage guests to bring their own chairs and blankets.

A woman is in the hospital after being attacked by an alligator on Monday in Polk County, according to a statement from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.

A woman is in the hospital after being attacked by an alligator on Monday in Polk County, according to a statement from the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission.

Deputies responded to the home after Duke Energy workers reported that she "released" her dogs at them, according to the sheriff's office.

A 4-year-old boy who accidentally shot himself with a handgun that he found in the family vehicle has died, according to Davenport police.

A person driving along Interstate 4 in Polk County was grazed by a bullet that was fired by someone in another vehicle, according to the sheriff’s office.

A Haines City couple found themselves in a financial nightmare after cybercriminals intercepted the money they were sending for a down payment on their new home.

A man was arrested on Wednesday after a couple of black swans and their six eggs were stolen from a mobile home park in Polk County, according to the sheriff’s office.

A driver died when the box truck they were taking through Polk County struck the rear of a tractor-trailer and caught fire, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Publix announced that it was rolling out its “softest” sub roll yet — just in time for its next Central Florida location to open.

Over 90 years ago, artists put their stamp on Florida history after they were hired to paint murals across the U.S. during President Franklin Delano Roosevelt’s plan to get Americans back to work.

Joann Fabrics will close almost all of its Central Florida stores as it grapples with bankruptcy for the second time in less than a year.

It’s a brand-new year, but that’s not stopping Florida’s ever-popular grocery chain from expanding with even more store openings.

Police in Haines City are searching for a missing 17-year-old boy.

With 2024 all wrapped up, Florida officials have now released last year's statewide crash data. However, some might be surprised by which counties ranked among the deadliest.

Construction work will ramp up along Interstate 4 in Polk and Osceola counties to add more lanes and reduce congestion, according to a press release from the Florida Department of Transportation.

The ranking examines small towns across the nation, using FBI data to figure out which spots are the safest for potential movers.

A head-on crash near Winter Haven killed a man and left another with serious injuries, according to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office.

A 37-year-old Lakeland man died after being struck by a vehicle in a hit-and-run crash along an interstate in Pinellas County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Find out why January and February is the time to follow the path of the dragon to Legoland Florida.

The 28th annual Lakeland Pigfest is firing up its grills again with food, friends, music and charity.

LEGO Ninjago Weekends to return to Legoland Florida Resort.

A 40-year-old Lake Hamilton man wanted in Orange County for “a half dozen arrest warrants,” including attempted murder, was arrested in Polk County, according to a news release.

A man arrested last year in Polk County, accused of molesting a child, has been transferred to the Osceola County Jail, court records show.

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis held a news conference at the Polk County Sheriff’s Office to pledge partnership from all levels state to local with soon-to-be President Donald Trump’s administration on tackling illegal immigration.

Deputies said they’d responded to the home on Jan. 5 after being called about a “physical disturbance.”

A 37-year-old man was killed when his motorcycle collided with a van on US-27 in Polk County, according to deputies.

Why name Florida cities after the coldest season of the year? A historian breaks down the meaning behind Florida 'Winter' names.

With 2025 finally kicking off, many parents might wonder just how well their local school district performed last year.

Police said he attacked his ex-partner's boyfriend after coming in through a window, though he shot his own finger off during the process.

The end of 2024 is approaching, and it’s time to ring in the new year!

For some, a Central Florida theme park is the perfect place to ring in the New Year.

A pedestrian died after being struck by a vehicle while attempting to cross a road in Lakeland, according to police.

Major weather changes are on the horizon in Central Florida following the recent cold front. Stay updated on the latest weather developments with our forecasts.

This holiday season, Legoland Resorts worldwide invite guests to take part the LEGO Group’s annual Build to Give campaign.

The Winter Haven Police Department is searching for a Jeep Gladiator that was caught on video ramming into a vehicle in a neighborhood earlier this month before driving off.

An Orange County deputy has been relieved of all law enforcement duties and reassigned to administrative duties.

A Florida woman is accused of threatening her insurance company by using words that were written on ammunition used in the slaying of UnitedHealthcare’s CEO last week, according to law enforcement.

A long-lived national celebrity is hiding among the tombstones in this Central Florida cemetery.

All good things come to an end.

Those who wander into this Central Florida neighborhood are likely to spot an incredibly strange sight.

Legoland Florida is teaming up with Coca-Cola to get more gifts for children in need this Christmas, and on Sunday that means free tickets for kids into the park.

The starting pay for firefighters has recently been the cause of employee walkouts.

A Florida man accused of killing his father and shooting his mother reportedly told detectives that his father was upset with him about spending his time playing video games and not getting a job.

It’s the most bricktastic time of year at Legoland Florida, with seasonal shows, cheerful LEGO characters and an array of themed and festive food.

Those who travel deep into Green Swamp will find an eerie surprise: a decrepit wooden hut in the middle of the woods.

The cities didn't just make the cut due to personal appeal — they've also exhibited strong job markets.

It's one of the most “beautiful” places in the country — and it can be found right here in Central Florida.

A person died after being extricated from a burning Polk County home, according to firefighters.

The kickoff to the Christmas shopping season is a week away, but before Black Friday and Cyber Monday, Floridians can take advantage of more theme park ticket deals.

From markets to festivals to drive-through displays, the options are endless when it comes to holiday fun.

An investigation by the FBI and Polk County Sheriff’s Office dismantled a gang’s massive check fraud ring that had more than 200 victims, according to law enforcement.

Not long ago, Polk County’s biggest draw was citrus.

Detectives said the nurse was originally hired as a home health nurse to take care of the victim’s wife, though the wife passed away in 2020.

A 17-year-old boy was among four people arrested over the last week following an armed robbery at a memorial service in Lakeland, according to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office.

A pedestrian was struck and killed by a work truck east of Lakeland, according to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office.

A Polk County deputy fatally shot a man accused of raising a hammer and charging at him, according to the sheriff’s office.

A local hero received the Florida Department of Law Enforcement’s Missing Children’s Day Citizen of the Year by the Orange County Commission and by Orange County Corrections where he works as a jail officer for something he did as a dad.

A local hero was just honored by the Florida Department of Law Enforcement as its Missing Children's Day Citizen of the Year

A sergeant for the Winter Haven Police Department has been released from the hospital after an SUV struck his patrol vehicle multiple times at a red light before taking off, according to investigators.

A woman is dead after being shot during a dispute between rival gang members in Polk County, according to Sheriff Grady Judd.

A Polk County man was fatally shot by deputies after making threats to kill himself and his wife on her birthday, according to Sheriff Grady Judd.

Early voting starts Monday, Oct. 21 in most Central Florida counties, with Sumter County kicking off on Tuesday.

A nonprofit said they helped donate nearly 10 tankers of syrup and 40,000 pounds of bee pollen substitute to Florida beekeepers impacted by hurricanes Helene and Milton.

The Polk County Sheriff’s Office on Thursday will detail a human trafficking investigation that resulted in 157 arrests.

Early voting has kicked off in Central Florida, with thousands of ballots already coming in.

A 29-year-old Haines City woman was killed in a crash with a tractor-trailer in Polk County, according to Florida Highway Patrol.

Milton couldn’t stop the stork for one expectant Central Florida family.

News 6 reached out to viewers to share some of their photos of the rare sight through social media or by posting to PinIt! on ClickOrlando.

As the storm progresses, News 6 is keeping an eye on various road closures throughout the region brought on by Milton.

Hurricane Milton on Wednesday continues to move through the Gulf of Mexico on a path toward Florida’s Gulf Coast.

Milton officially made landfall near Siesta Key as a Category 3 hurricane on Wednesday evening, according to the National Hurricane Center.

Ahead of Milton’s landfall in the state, Duke Energy stated that it is already preparing around 10,000 responders — many from out of state — to help with recovery efforts.

Hurricane Milton on Wednesday continues to move through the Gulf of Mexico on a path toward Florida’s Gulf Coast.

Hurricane Milton will bring the potential for strong damaging winds, considerable rainfall, threat for flooding, tornadoes and even coastal storm surge through the duration of the storm.

If you’re going to look for the oldest islands in the state, don't bother seeking near the coast.

It's one of the most “beautiful” places in the country — and it can be found right here in Central Florida.

It’s that time of year where the dreams switch to nightmares, pumpkins turn into jack-o-lanterns and houses become haunted.

As construction continues on the newest attraction at Legoland Florida Resort, the project is getting results for marine life conservation.

A 50-year old man faces multiple animal cruelty charges after dead and malnourished dogs were discovered at two different properties, according to the Polk County Sheriff’s Office.

A Polk County deputy resigned after he was accused of exposing himself at a Davenport apartment complex, according to a news release.

Drivers will soon be able to purchase these new plates, though they might have to wait a while before actually getting one.

Hospitals are facing questions about why they denied care to pregnant patients and whether state abortion bans have influenced how they treat those patients.

Central Florida sandbag operations in preparation of Hurricane Helene.

Six people, including a child, were injured in a crash near US-27 in Polk County, according to the sheriff's office.

A 50-year-old Lakeland man was killed in a wrong-way crash after his sedan struck a curb and entered the direct path of an oncoming pickup truck, according to police.

Here are some cool and affordable to set up glamp year-round in Florida where you likely won’t have to sacrifice air conditioning or wifi.

While Florida doesn’t really feel like fall because, well, it’s always hot here, we can make the most of the season by doing all the typical fall things.

The Florida Highway Patrol arrested a man in Orlando after a high-speed pursuit through three counties that ended with a PIT maneuver on a Florida Turnpike exit ramp.

A vehicle being chased by Polk County deputies was taken off the road with a PIT maneuver and ended up in the backyard of a Belle Isle residence, according to police.