Lakeland

City leaders say the increase is needed to pay for more than $69 million in unfunded lakes and stormwater projects.

"Florida Matters Live & Local" scrolls from social media and voucher mismanagement to underfunded state parks and a church leader's survival against the odds.

"Florida Matters: Live & Local" explores topics on leadership, culture, safety and innovation that are shaping communities across the state.

The Lakeland nonprofit is seeing more walk-ins, more anxiety and higher demand as older adults struggle to afford groceries.

In one Lakeland neighborhood, two siblings are creating community through the power of local news.

A $1.5 million grant from the Legislature will help create 375 new parking spaces at the privately funded Lakeland park.

Armed with record fundraising and broad support, McCarley becomes the first woman elected mayor in Lakeland’s history.

They're taking place in Lakeland, Winter Haven, Auburndale and Fort Meade.

On "Florida Matters: Live & Local," we’re talking about a Tampa Bay boom town, hearing from some rising local artists and learning about a buzzing local suds scene.

Bonnet Springs Park was voted the best city park in 2025 by USA Today. WUSF's Sky Lebron headed to Lakeland to find out what makes this park special.

The 54 swans were scooped up in a net by a parks and recreation staffer in a boat on Lake Morton.

A study identified three options to prevent future flooding, but relief hinges on approval of an $11.8 million grant.