Pedestrian killed in deadly crash near Paddock Mall in Ocala, police say

All eastbound lanes near the Paddock Mall in Ocala were closed for several hours following a deadly pedestrian crash on Thursday morning, police say.

I-75 northbound reopens following multi-vehicle crash in Ocala; 2 seriously injured

Ocala Fire Rescue responded Wednesday afternoon to a major multi-vehicle crash on I-75 Northbound just north of mile marker 352, resulting in two trauma alerts and a full closure of the northbound lanes.

Back-to-school preparations in Marion County
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FOX 35's Stephanie Rivas speaks with Marion County Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Danielle Brewer about how the district is preparing for the 2025-26 school year.

Florida man charged after allegedly striking sheriff's helicopter with laser

 A Marion County man faces a felony charge after authorities say he repeatedly pointed a laser at a sheriff’s office helicopter, temporarily blinding the pilot and prompting a swift arrest early Saturday morning.

40 men arrested in Florida child sex predator sting, officials say
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Multiple law enforcement officials gathered to host a press conference to announce the results of an undercover operation on Wednesday afternoon in Marion County. Forty people were arrested in the child sex predator sting called "Operation Seek and Yee Shall Find Out."

Man shot and killed in Marion County, deputies investigating

Authorities are investigating after a man was shot and killed on Wednesday morning in Marion County, deputies say.

Rare twin foals born in Central Florida defy the odds: Meet 'Lucky' and 'Charm'

A Central Florida mare is recovering alongside her two newborns after delivering an extremely rare set of twin foals — a birth veterinarians say almost never results in three surviving horses.

Florida woman accused of animal cruelty after horse found emaciated: Sheriff's Office

A Marion County woman has been arrested and charged with aggravated animal cruelty after deputies discovered a severely malnourished horse at her home, authorities said.

No injuries reported after train derailment in Ocala
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Two engines and eight cars were impacted when a train derailed on Friday morning in Ocala, officials say. The two crew members on the train were unharmed, and there were no reported injuries or releases of hazardous materials.

State attorney speaks after 3 Florida teens sentenced
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All 3 suspects have been sentenced in the 2023 Ocklawaha triple-murder case. Defendants Robinson and Brewton were sentenced to life in prison. Defendant Atkins was sentenced to 40 years in prison. All three defendants were charged as adults. FOX 35's Garrett Wymer shows us what the state attorney had to say after the sentencings.

Marion County teen sentenced to 40 years in 2023 Ocklawaha triple murder case

A Marion County judge on Tuesday sentenced 15-year-old Christopher Atkins to 40 years in prison for his role in a 2023 triple homicide that shocked the Ocklawaha community.

Parents expected to protest outside Ocala daycare
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A Central Florida daycare worker is accused of abusing six infants, ages 4 to 9 months, which has prompted staff retraining as ordered by the state. Ocala Police (OPD) arrested Karla L. Penalverty-Gonzalez, 33, in connection with multiple allegations of child abuse at All Star Learning Academy on West Silver Springs Boulevard. Parents are expected to protest outside the daycare on Friday.

Northbound I-75 blocked in Marion County
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Interstate 75 northbound is currently closed in Marion County after a large truck hit the overpass at Southwest 66th Street, officials say. Traffic is being diverted at Highway 484.

Firefighters rescue 12 dogs from house fire
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Twelve dogs were saved by firefighters after a fire broke out at a Marion County home on Friday night. No firefighters or civilians were reported injured at the scene. Investigators say the cause and origin of the fire currently remain under investigation.