The two volunteers spotted blue tarps hanging from trees in a wooded area off Orange Blossom Trail and pulled their car over ...

A reader says the state's position is that not having a home makes one dangerous. Also letters on Polk's cat policy, texting ...

The groups that coordinate services for Central Florida’s homeless community need volunteers to take the annual census. Find out when the Point-In-Time Count is happening where you live, and help out.

TAMPA, Fla. (WFLA) — James Fishback is the 30-year-old longshot Republican candidate running for governor. He is known for taking hard stances on several issues including immigration and homelessness.

For decades, Florida has drawn in newcomers with its promise of sunshine and opportunity. Many envision the Sunshine State as a paradise of endless coastlines and idyllic retirement living. However, ...

Lauren Pastrana is the co-anchor of CBS4 News weeknights at 5, 6, 7 and 11 p.m. She joined CBS Miami in April 2012 as a reporter. She is an Emmy-nominated, multimedia journalist with experience in ...

POLK COUNTY, Fla. (WFLA) — The Florida Attorney General’s Office is raising concerns that the City of Winter Haven may be violating a state law related to public camping and sleeping. In a written ...