Officers missed signs of impairment before crash that killed mother, son: Ocala Police Chief
Newly released body-camera video shows Ocala police officers speaking with two brothers whose vehicle was stopped in the middle of a road just minutes before a crash that killed a mother and her adult son.
Newly released body-camera video shows Ocala police officers speaking with two brothers whose vehicle was stopped in the middle of a road just minutes before a crash that killed a mother and her adult son.
Teen recovering after attack by 5 dogs, father recounts desperate rescue
A 17-year-old Marion County teen is recovering after he says he was attacked by five dogs while walking with his father Monday night.
A 17-year-old Marion County teen is recovering after he says he was attacked by five dogs while walking with his father Monday night.
Teen seriously injured after social media stunt in Ocala ends in crash, police say
An 18-year-old man was seriously injured after a social media stunt in the median of a busy Ocala roadway ended with a pickup truck crashing into the group, police said.
An 18-year-old man was seriously injured after a social media stunt in the median of a busy Ocala roadway ended with a pickup truck crashing into the group, police said.
2 arrested, third suspect sought after 5-year-old girl, mother shot in Ocala
Two men have been arrested after a mom and her 5-year-old child were shot while they were driving home in Ocala.
Two men have been arrested after a mom and her 5-year-old child were shot while they were driving home in Ocala.
Police: Mom, 5-year-old shot during drive-by shooting in Ocala
A woman and her 5-year-old child were hurt in Ocala on Monday night after someone in a nearby vehicle started shooting, according to police.
A woman and her 5-year-old child were hurt in Ocala on Monday night after someone in a nearby vehicle started shooting, according to police.
Ocala police investigate deadly shooting that killed 1, injured 2
A 23-year-old man was killed, and two others were seriously injured in a shooting Sunday afternoon in Ocala, police said, as investigators continue working to determine what led to the violence.
A 23-year-old man was killed, and two others were seriously injured in a shooting Sunday afternoon in Ocala, police said, as investigators continue working to determine what led to the violence.
1 injured after multi-county chase ends with deputy-involved shooting in Dunnellon, deputies say
A Levy County deputy shot a person after a traffic stop led to a pursuit into Marion County late Tuesday, according to the Sheriff's Office.
A Levy County deputy shot a person after a traffic stop led to a pursuit into Marion County late Tuesday, according to the Sheriff's Office.
Marion County fourth-grader honored for saving choking classmate
A Marion County fourth-grader is being honored for helping to save a classmate who was choking during lunch at Emerald Shores Elementary School.
A Marion County fourth-grader is being honored for helping to save a classmate who was choking during lunch at Emerald Shores Elementary School.
Tree crashes into Ocala home roof after strong storm
Ocala Fire Rescue responded to two separate homes on Saturday after severe weather caused large trees to collapse, crushing roofs and compromising structural integrity. One resident on SE Eighth Street narrowly escaped injury when a tree caved into her living room ceiling while she sat inside with her dog.
Ocala Fire Rescue responded to two separate homes on Saturday after severe weather caused large trees to collapse, crushing roofs and compromising structural integrity. One resident on SE Eighth Street narrowly escaped injury when a tree caved into her living room ceiling while she sat inside with her dog.
Man hunt for Marion County shooting, vehicle theft suspect continues
Authorities in Marion County are continuing their search for 49-year-old Leroy Parks III. Deputies said Parks left a home on Southeast 192nd Court in Ocklawaha after a shooting about 5:45 a.m. and then stole two vehicles. The shooting victim was taken to a hospital with injuries that were not considered life-threatening.
Authorities in Marion County are continuing their search for 49-year-old Leroy Parks III. Deputies said Parks left a home on Southeast 192nd Court in Ocklawaha after a shooting about 5:45 a.m. and then stole two vehicles. The shooting victim was taken to a hospital with injuries that were not considered life-threatening.
'Armed and dangerous' suspect sought after shooting, vehicle thefts in Marion County
Marion County sheriff’s deputies are searching for a 49-year-old man wanted in connection with a shooting and the theft of two vehicles Thursday morning, authorities said.
Marion County sheriff’s deputies are searching for a 49-year-old man wanted in connection with a shooting and the theft of two vehicles Thursday morning, authorities said.
Firefighters rescue dog trapped in Marion County sinkhole
Firefighters rescued a dog named Lada after she became trapped in a sinkhole at a home in northwest Marion County.
Firefighters rescued a dog named Lada after she became trapped in a sinkhole at a home in northwest Marion County.
Good Samaritans Rush in to Save Woman being Attacked by Alligator
A peaceful weekend on the water in Marion County shattered in an instant when an alligator attacked a local swimmer. Seeing the horror unfold, Jacinda and Mike Head didn't hesitate and jumped into the water to pull her to safety. In an exclusive interview, the couple walks us through the harrowing rescue.
A peaceful weekend on the water in Marion County shattered in an instant when an alligator attacked a local swimmer. Seeing the horror unfold, Jacinda and Mike Head didn't hesitate and jumped into the water to pull her to safety. In an exclusive interview, the couple walks us through the harrowing rescue.
Florida wildlife officials investigate deadly bear shooting in Marion County
Florida wildlife officials are investigating the fatal shooting of a black bear near Lake Kerr in Marion County that neighbors say left three cubs without their mother.
Florida wildlife officials are investigating the fatal shooting of a black bear near Lake Kerr in Marion County that neighbors say left three cubs without their mother.
Man dies after shooting at Ocala food mart; suspect in custody, police say
A 45-year-old man died after a shooting at a convenience store in Ocala on Tuesday, according to police.
A 45-year-old man died after a shooting at a convenience store in Ocala on Tuesday, according to police.
'Flesh-eating' bacteria survivor issues warning after 14 cases in Florida in 2026
A Marion County resident between the ages of 60 and 74 has died after contracting a severe infection from Vibrio vulnificus—a rare, naturally occurring bacteria often referred to as "flesh-eating." Survivor Genevieve Gallagher is now using her experience to warn others about how easily the bacteria can strike.
A Marion County resident between the ages of 60 and 74 has died after contracting a severe infection from Vibrio vulnificus—a rare, naturally occurring bacteria often referred to as "flesh-eating." Survivor Genevieve Gallagher is now using her experience to warn others about how easily the bacteria can strike.
Florida reports 2nd 'flesh-eating' bacteria death of 2026 as cases reach 14
A Marion County resident has died from a Vibrio vulnificus infection, marking Florida's second death linked to the flesh-eating bacteria this year.
A Marion County resident has died from a Vibrio vulnificus infection, marking Florida's second death linked to the flesh-eating bacteria this year.
Woman survives alligator bite in Marion County Silver River; arm amputated, family says
A woman is recovering at home in good spirits after suffering a traumatic right-arm amputation in an alligator attack on the Silver River. Her family credits a quick-thinking boater with saving her life. The incident occurred Saturday afternoon, Aug. 8, while the victim and a group of swimmers were in the springs at Silver River in Marion County.
A woman is recovering at home in good spirits after suffering a traumatic right-arm amputation in an alligator attack on the Silver River. Her family credits a quick-thinking boater with saving her life. The incident occurred Saturday afternoon, Aug. 8, while the victim and a group of swimmers were in the springs at Silver River in Marion County.
Storms topple trees, damage homes in Ocala neighborhood
Marion County has experienced repeated rounds of strong thunderstorms in recent weeks, producing heavy rain, frequent lightning and strong wind gusts.
Marion County has experienced repeated rounds of strong thunderstorms in recent weeks, producing heavy rain, frequent lightning and strong wind gusts.
Hidden underground cavities force South Marion High School football off home field
Hidden subsurface voids beneath the football field at Marion County's new South Marion High School will keep the stadium closed until at least late October, forcing the school's inaugural football season to begin away from home, district officials said.
Hidden subsurface voids beneath the football field at Marion County's new South Marion High School will keep the stadium closed until at least late October, forcing the school's inaugural football season to begin away from home, district officials said.