Valuable Pokémon cards stolen from Central Florida shop
Police are searching for a suspect after a thief broke into a Belleview card shop early Tuesday morning and stole tens of thousands of dollars in Pokémon cards.
Ocala woman bitten by dog while feeding homeless, vows to continue mission
An Ocala woman is recovering from injuries after being bitten in the face by a dog while distributing food to the homeless over the weekend.
Suspect in Marion County gas station shooting detained
Deputies are actively investigating a shooting that took place at a gas station on Friday afternoon in Marion County. One person was shot during an altercation at the gas station pumps and later died at the hospital. Authorities have now detained a person of interest in the shooting in Jacksonville.
1 dead after fight breaks out at Marion County gas station
Deputies are investigating after one person was shot and killed during a fight at a gas station on Friday afternoon in Marion County. Investigators say there are currently no suspects in custody, and they have not released the name of the man that was shot and killed.
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.
Teen shot and killed after altercation at Marion County gas station, deputies say
Deputies are investigating after a 17-year-old was shot and killed during an altercation at a gas station on Friday afternoon in Marion County.
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.
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.
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.
Massive alligator forces boating closure at Juniper Springs after aggressive encounters
A massive alligator measuring up to 14 feet in length has prompted officials to shut down a popular waterway at Juniper Springs in Marion County, following reports of aggressive behavior towards canoes and kayaks.
Marion County deputy uses Taser to arrest woman with multiple warrants out of Volusia County
Newly released body camera video shows a Marion County deputy using a Taser to subdue a woman who authorities say was wanted on several felony warrants out of Volusia County.
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.
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.
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.
Marion County substitute teacher accused of sexual relationship with middle school student
A substitute teacher is behind bars in Marion County, accused of having a sexual relationship with a middle school student.
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.
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.
Fires break out across Florida amid ongoing drought conditions
Crews across Florida and Central Florida are working to contain ongoing brush fires. A mandatory evacuation order was issued for residents in the Silver Springs area of Marion County on Friday due to a 150-acre active wildfire. Meanwhile, a 116-acre brush fire is burning in Osceola County in the Holopaw area. Three fires are also burning in Volusia County.
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.
Experts warn of risks to children playing Roblox
Experts are warning parents about the dangers of allowing children to play video game Roblox. The game gives kids the ability to chat with people across the world. Marion County deputies recently arrested a teenager for allegedly exploiting younger kids online. Officials said the suspects would find young victims on the game and then move his conversations to private texts and server messages.