Ocala baseball coach, youth church volunteer arrested for alleged sexual misconduct with minors
An Ocala baseball coach and youth church volunteer has been arrested after he allegedly engaged in sexual misconduct with minors that spanned over several years.
An Ocala baseball coach and youth church volunteer has been arrested after he allegedly engaged in sexual misconduct with minors that spanned over several years.
Florida landscaper dies after tree falls during storms
A Florida landscaper working for Grandview Landscaping Services was killed Thursday afternoon when a large oak tree fell during severe storms in Marion County. Police identified the victim as 37-year-old Hunter Parks. It's unclear exactly what caused the tree to fall ? whether it was due to wind, rot, lightning, or another storm-related factor.
A Florida landscaper working for Grandview Landscaping Services was killed Thursday afternoon when a large oak tree fell during severe storms in Marion County. Police identified the victim as 37-year-old Hunter Parks. It's unclear exactly what caused the tree to fall ? whether it was due to wind, rot, lightning, or another storm-related factor.
Florida duck that terrorized neighborhood moved to new home
A Muscovy duck that gained internet fame for terrorizing a Cape Coral neighborhood has found a new home in Central Florida.
A Muscovy duck that gained internet fame for terrorizing a Cape Coral neighborhood has found a new home in Central Florida.
Florida landscaper dies after tree falls during storms, police say
A Florida landscaper has died after a large oak tree fell on him during Thursday's storms in Ocala.
A Florida landscaper has died after a large oak tree fell on him during Thursday's storms in Ocala.
Puppy recovering after vicious attack in Ocala dog park: 'Didn't think she was going to survive'
A nine-month-old English Springer Spaniel is back home recovering after a violent attack at a local dog park left her with serious injuries and sent her to a veterinary hospital.
A nine-month-old English Springer Spaniel is back home recovering after a violent attack at a local dog park left her with serious injuries and sent her to a veterinary hospital.
Convicted felon takes officers on wild chase in Ocala
A convicted felon recently took officers on a wild chase that ended in a dramatic crash in Ocala. The man was taken to the hospital to be treated for injuries sustained in the car crash. He is facing several charges, including aggravated assault, fleeing police and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon.
A convicted felon recently took officers on a wild chase that ended in a dramatic crash in Ocala. The man was taken to the hospital to be treated for injuries sustained in the car crash. He is facing several charges, including aggravated assault, fleeing police and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon.
Suspect in alleged bank robbery, kidnapping previously served 10-year sentence for similar crime
A suspect shot by police following a bank robbery, kidnapping, and high-speed chase through Ocala had recently completed a 10-year prison sentence for a previous bank robbery, authorities said.
A suspect shot by police following a bank robbery, kidnapping, and high-speed chase through Ocala had recently completed a 10-year prison sentence for a previous bank robbery, authorities said.
Fans brave heat as Rock the Country festival kicks off in Ocala
Thousands of country music fans gathered in Ocala for the Rock the Country festival, staying cool under the heat and bracing for potential storms expected Saturday.
Thousands of country music fans gathered in Ocala for the Rock the Country festival, staying cool under the heat and bracing for potential storms expected Saturday.
Ocala bank robbery leads to pursuit ending in retention pond, officer-involved shooting
A bank robbery at a TD Bank in Ocala triggered a police pursuit Thursday afternoon that ended with the suspects’ vehicle crashing into a retention pond and an officer-involved shooting near the 4400 block of SE Maricamp Road, authorities said.
A bank robbery at a TD Bank in Ocala triggered a police pursuit Thursday afternoon that ended with the suspects’ vehicle crashing into a retention pond and an officer-involved shooting near the 4400 block of SE Maricamp Road, authorities said.
Pilot injured in Cessna crash near Ocala airport, FAA investigating
Authorities in Ocala responded to a single-engine Cessna crash in the right-of-way along SW 67th Avenue Road, near the Ocala International Airport.
Authorities in Ocala responded to a single-engine Cessna crash in the right-of-way along SW 67th Avenue Road, near the Ocala International Airport.
Marion County residents ordered to evacuate homes due to wildfire threat
A mandatory evacuation has been issued for residents in the Silver Springs area of Marion County due to an active wildfire.
A mandatory evacuation has been issued for residents in the Silver Springs area of Marion County due to an active wildfire.
Ocala teen arrested, used Roblox to communicate with and sexually exploit children
A Marion County teen was arrested after allegedly using the game Roblox to communicate with children, directing them to molest their younger siblings and produce child sexual abuse material.
A Marion County teen was arrested after allegedly using the game Roblox to communicate with children, directing them to molest their younger siblings and produce child sexual abuse material.
3 hurt after car smashes into semi in Marion County
Three people were injured during a car crash that took place Friday morning in Marion County. Officials said a car slammed into the back of a semi-truck that was carrying equipment.
Three people were injured during a car crash that took place Friday morning in Marion County. Officials said a car slammed into the back of a semi-truck that was carrying equipment.
Netflix to release new documentary on local shooting case
Central Florida will be featured in a new Netflix documentary called "The Perfect Neighbor," which follows a deadly dispute between neighbors in Ocala. The film follows the 2023 killing of Ajike Owens, and police bodycam footage and interviews explore the impact of Stand Your Ground laws.
Central Florida will be featured in a new Netflix documentary called "The Perfect Neighbor," which follows a deadly dispute between neighbors in Ocala. The film follows the 2023 killing of Ajike Owens, and police bodycam footage and interviews explore the impact of Stand Your Ground laws.
Ocala officers justified, disciplined after shooting, killing 3 aggressive dogs, Chief says
Two Ocala police officers shot and killed three aggressive dogs early January 29th after the animals charged at them, authorities said.
Two Ocala police officers shot and killed three aggressive dogs early January 29th after the animals charged at them, authorities said.
Florida man found guilty after scuba diver killed after being sucked into boat propeller
A federal jury this week found a Florida man guilty of seaman’s manslaughter, lying to the Coast Guard, and committing COVID-19 relief fraud, authorities said.
A federal jury this week found a Florida man guilty of seaman’s manslaughter, lying to the Coast Guard, and committing COVID-19 relief fraud, authorities said.
Gainesville Walmart standoff ends after 6 hours; person in custody, police say
A Walmart Supercenter and nearby businesses in Gainesville, Florida, were evacuated for hours on Saturday after someone barricaded themselves inside a trailer in the parking lot, and fired shots, according to the Gainesville Police Department.
A Walmart Supercenter and nearby businesses in Gainesville, Florida, were evacuated for hours on Saturday after someone barricaded themselves inside a trailer in the parking lot, and fired shots, according to the Gainesville Police Department.
Florida man with autism, schizophrenia reported missing in Ocala
The Marion County Sheriff's Office is searching for 22-year-old Christopher Williams who allegedly walked away from his home in Ocala.
The Marion County Sheriff's Office is searching for 22-year-old Christopher Williams who allegedly walked away from his home in Ocala.
Florida Gov. DeSantis announces I-75 expansion, $70B in road improvements, new Buc-ee's
On Tuesday, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced expansion plans for I-75, $70B in road improvements and the possibility of a new Buc-ee's locations.
On Tuesday, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis announced expansion plans for I-75, $70B in road improvements and the possibility of a new Buc-ee's locations.
Ocala youth coach arrested on sexual charge involving teen boy, police say
An Ocala, Florida, youth coach was arrested Sunday in connection to an alleged sexual offense involving a teenage boy, according to police.
An Ocala, Florida, youth coach was arrested Sunday in connection to an alleged sexual offense involving a teenage boy, according to police.