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59-year-old pedestrian struck, killed in Marion County, troopers say
Read full article: 59-year-old pedestrian struck, killed in Marion County, troopers sayA man from The Villages was struck and killed while crossing a Marion County road on Friday evening, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Boil water advisory lifted for Ocala Oaks community residents in Marion County
Read full article: Boil water advisory lifted for Ocala Oaks community residents in Marion CountyThe Florida Government Utility Authority announced a precautionary boil water notice affecting the Ocala Oaks community in Marion County.
From computer to bitcoin to gold: How Florida deputies busted suspected scam artist
Read full article: From computer to bitcoin to gold: How Florida deputies busted suspected scam artistDeputies said that the scam started when the victim’s computer began “emitting a loud persistent alarm with multiple pop-up windows.”
Marion County teacher faces battery charges after inappropriately touching student, deputies say
Read full article: Marion County teacher faces battery charges after inappropriately touching student, deputies sayA high school teacher in Marion County faces charges for inappropriately touching one of his students, officials said.
Man dies, woman in critical condition after pickup truck overturns along I-75 in Marion County, FHP says
Read full article: Man dies, woman in critical condition after pickup truck overturns along I-75 in Marion County, FHP saysA driver was killed and his passenger was badly hurt when their pickup truck veered off of Interstate 75 in Marion County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
14-year-old faces charges in Marion County fatal shooting of man found dead in car
Read full article: 14-year-old faces charges in Marion County fatal shooting of man found dead in carA 14-year-old boy faces a second-degree murder charge in the shooting death of a man found dead in his car last year near a Dollar General in Marion County, according to the sheriff's office.
Cold weather shelters opening across Central Florida. Here’s where
Read full article: Cold weather shelters opening across Central Florida. Here’s whereAs arctic air blasts through Central Florida, bringing the coldest air of the season, counties have announced cold weather shelters opening across Central Florida.
Man dies, 2 girls among 5 hurt when pickup flips over guardrail on I-75 in Marion, FHP says
Read full article: Man dies, 2 girls among 5 hurt when pickup flips over guardrail on I-75 in Marion, FHP saysA man was killed and two children were among five others who were hurt when a pickup truck hit a guardrail on Interstate 75 in Marion County, overturning into oncoming travel lanes, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
More victims sought after Marion deputies arrest man accused of drugging, sexually attacking girls
Read full article: More victims sought after Marion deputies arrest man accused of drugging, sexually attacking girlsDetectives with the Marion County Sheriff’s Office believe a man who was recently arrested, accused of drugging and sexually assaulting girls, may have more victims.
Find Small Business Saturday deals, markets, more in the Orlando area
Read full article: Find Small Business Saturday deals, markets, more in the Orlando areaBlack Friday may be the official start to the holiday shopping season, but Small Business Saturday is the big day for mom-and-pop shops, and Central Florida business districts and stores are offering deals, markets, freebies, activities and more to lure customers in.
Special election date set for Central Florida US House district vacated by Trump appointee
Read full article: Special election date set for Central Florida US House district vacated by Trump appointeeAn April 1 date has been set for a special election to fill the congressional seat that Rep. Mike Waltz is leaving.
1 dead, 3 hurt in crash when car crosses double yellow line in Marion County, strikes another
Read full article: 1 dead, 3 hurt in crash when car crosses double yellow line in Marion County, strikes anotherA woman was killed and three other people were hurt when a sedan struck another nearly head-on in Marion County while attempting to overtake a vehicle on a two-lane road with a solid double yellow line, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
15-year-old Marion County girl accused of killing teen while posing with guns on social media
Read full article: 15-year-old Marion County girl accused of killing teen while posing with guns on social mediaA Marion County teenager was arrested Thursday, accused of shooting another teenager in the face and killing him while she and her friends took pictures with several guns.
COUNTY-BY-COUNTY GUIDE: Central Florida holiday events to get in the spirit this 2024 season
Read full article: COUNTY-BY-COUNTY GUIDE: Central Florida holiday events to get in the spirit this 2024 seasonFrom markets to festivals to drive-through displays, the options are endless when it comes to holiday fun.
The Villages man dies after possible medical emergency, crash on US-301 in Marion County
Read full article: The Villages man dies after possible medical emergency, crash on US-301 in Marion CountyIn a release, troopers said that the crash happened at U.S. Highway 301 and Southeast 144th Place Road around 11:41 a.m.
Central Florida man accused of attacking Amazon delivery driver, video shows
Read full article: Central Florida man accused of attacking Amazon delivery driver, video showsThe man told a deputy that he was riding his motorcycle around the property with his son when an Amazon driver sped through the area, detectives said.
Marion deputies ask public to help ID person accused of stealing gun from car in Citra
Read full article: Marion deputies ask public to help ID person accused of stealing gun from car in CitraThe Marion County Sheriff’s Office is asking neighbors in Citra to help identify a person accused of stealing from cars, at one point even making away with a gun.
1 dead, 4 hurt after Marion County crash along Interstate 75, troopers say
Read full article: 1 dead, 4 hurt after Marion County crash along Interstate 75, troopers sayA crash along Interstate 75 in Marion County on Tuesday left one person dead and four others injured, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Marion County deputies search for man accused of cutting off GPS monitor before trial in stalking case
Read full article: Marion County deputies search for man accused of cutting off GPS monitor before trial in stalking caseThe Marion County Sheriff’s Office’s Domestic Violence Unit is looking for 46-year-old Adam Knisley, accused of cutting off his court-ordered GPS monitoring device before going on trial in a stalking case.
Pedestrian struck, killed in Marion County while walking across road in unlit area, FHP says
Read full article: Pedestrian struck, killed in Marion County while walking across road in unlit area, FHP saysA 77-year-old Ocala woman crossing an unlit street in Marion County was struck and killed by an SUV, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Elderly Marion man accused of using groceries ‘pretense’ to sexually abuse children
Read full article: Elderly Marion man accused of using groceries ‘pretense’ to sexually abuse childrenAccording to investigators, he visited the girl's home under the "pretense" of needing help with his groceries. Detectives said they believe there could be more victims.
Voters in Marion, Orange counties to fund school construction with sales taxes
Read full article: Voters in Marion, Orange counties to fund school construction with sales taxesVoters in two Central Florida counties on Tuesday night said they wanted to pay a half-cent sales tax to fund repairs, renovations and maintenance costs for public schools.
Find Marion County election results for Nov. 5, 2024
Read full article: Find Marion County election results for Nov. 5, 2024Here’s where to find election results for races on the ballot in Marion County. Live results will start to become available in Central Florida after the polls close at 7 p.m. on Election Day.
Motorcyclist dies after running stop sign, crashing into SUV in Marion County, FHP says
Read full article: Motorcyclist dies after running stop sign, crashing into SUV in Marion County, FHP saysA 37-year-old Ocala man riding a motorcycle through Marion County died after crashing into an SUV, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
‘We have a crisis situation:’ Voters in Marion, Orange counties to decide whether to fund school renovations
Read full article: ‘We have a crisis situation:’ Voters in Marion, Orange counties to decide whether to fund school renovationsVoters are heading to the polls in two Central Florida counties to decide whether they want to pay a half-cent sales tax to fund repairs, renovations and maintenance costs for public schools.
Motorcyclist killed in Marion County crash had no lights, was rear-ended by pickup, FHP says
Read full article: Motorcyclist killed in Marion County crash had no lights, was rear-ended by pickup, FHP saysA 36-year-old Fort McCoy man died after being rear-ended by a pickup truck while riding a motorcycle through Marion County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Infamous serial killer nabbed at this Central Florida bar. Here’s what happened
Read full article: Infamous serial killer nabbed at this Central Florida bar. Here’s what happenedThe bar made headlines after she was arrested by undercover detectives while drinking inside. Nowadays, guests can enjoy a drink right where she sat.
Silver Alert issued for missing Marion County man with Alzheimer’s
Read full article: Silver Alert issued for missing Marion County man with Alzheimer’sRigoberto Chavez walked away from his home, located in the 1400 block of SE 178th Street in Summerfield, according to the Marion County Sheriff’s Office.
PE teacher in Ocala accused of sending inappropriate photos to girl over Snapchat
Read full article: PE teacher in Ocala accused of sending inappropriate photos to girl over SnapchatA PE teacher in Ocala is accused of sending “inappropriate content” to a 16-year-old over Snapchat, according to the Ocala Police Department.
Army veteran, police officer partner to fight crime in Ocala’s toughest community
Read full article: Army veteran, police officer partner to fight crime in Ocala’s toughest communityThey're an unlikely team: a recently-hired police officer from Tanzania and an Army veteran born and raised in Ocala tackling crime together in one of the city's roughest spots - Berkeley Pointe apartments.
‘Widespread fraud’ behind Amendment 4, lawsuit claims. Here are the accusations
Read full article: ‘Widespread fraud’ behind Amendment 4, lawsuit claims. Here are the accusationsThe plaintiffs in the case allege that many of the signatures on the Amendment 4 petitions were forgeries, belonged to dead people, or contained perjury.
How to find an early voting site in Central Florida for the November election
Read full article: How to find an early voting site in Central Florida for the November electionOne county is seeing a steady number of voters visiting a new polling site. Election leaders are hoping the town of Eatonville will help ease traffic in the Orange County area.
UPDATED COUNTY-BY-COUNTY IMPACTS: How Hurricane Milton will affect Central Florida
Read full article: UPDATED COUNTY-BY-COUNTY IMPACTS: How Hurricane Milton will affect Central FloridaMilton officially made landfall near Siesta Key as a Category 3 hurricane on Wednesday evening, according to the National Hurricane Center.
COUNTY-BY-COUNTY: How Hurricane Milton will impact Central Florida
Read full article: COUNTY-BY-COUNTY: How Hurricane Milton will impact Central FloridaHurricane Milton will bring the potential for strong damaging winds, considerable rainfall, threat for flooding, tornadoes and even coastal storm surge through the duration of the storm.
SUV plunges into pond in Ocala subdivision when driver suffers medical emergency
Read full article: SUV plunges into pond in Ocala subdivision when driver suffers medical emergencyA person suffering a medical emergency in Ocala was rescued after driving an SUV through a subdivision's entry gate, then into a pond, according to the fire department.
Here’s what’s on the ballot in Marion County for the Nov. 5 election
Read full article: Here’s what’s on the ballot in Marion County for the Nov. 5 electionAs Florida gears up for the election, get to know the candidates and amendments in your area. Here is a guide of everything you need to know to vote in Marion County.
COUNTY-BY-COUNTY: Feel the fright at these Central Florida haunted houses, trails, Halloween events
Read full article: COUNTY-BY-COUNTY: Feel the fright at these Central Florida haunted houses, trails, Halloween eventsIt’s that time of year where the dreams switch to nightmares, pumpkins turn into jack-o-lanterns and houses become haunted.
Central Florida counties not getting FEMA help for Helene damage. That could change.
Read full article: Central Florida counties not getting FEMA help for Helene damage. That could change.Central Florida managed to escape most of the devastation caused by Hurricane Helene, but there are still some people in the area who had serious damage to their homes.
Have yard debris from Helene? How to deal with it in Central Florida counties
Read full article: Have yard debris from Helene? How to deal with it in Central Florida countiesCentral Florida counties are notifying residents that there will be no special pickup services for debris caused by Hurricane Helene.
Ocala police seek help identifying remains found over 20 years ago
Read full article: Ocala police seek help identifying remains found over 20 years agoThe Ocala Police Department is asking for the public’s help identifying human remains found in August 2000 when crews were excavating a water pipe, according to a news release.
Ocala man accused of DUI manslaughter in crash that killed 1, injured others, FHP says
Read full article: Ocala man accused of DUI manslaughter in crash that killed 1, injured others, FHP saysAn Ocala man faces DUI manslaughter and other charges following his involvement in a crash that killed a 72-year-old Clermont woman and left three others hurt, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Precautionary boil water notice in parts of Marion County after Hurricane Helene
Read full article: Precautionary boil water notice in parts of Marion County after Hurricane HeleneFollowing Hurricane Helene, Marion County Utilities issued a precautionary boil water notice due to power outages in the area. The notice applies to residents in the Sheri Oaks, McAtter Acres, Stone Oaks MHP and Libra Oaks communities.
Officers fire guns, but nobody hit in shooting outside diner, Ocala police say
Read full article: Officers fire guns, but nobody hit in shooting outside diner, Ocala police sayA vehicle pursuit in Ocala which ended at a diner led to officers firing their weapons, yet the driver was not struck, according to police.
4 arrested on felony littering charges after 7K pounds of waste left on Marion County property, deputies say
Read full article: 4 arrested on felony littering charges after 7K pounds of waste left on Marion County property, deputies sayDeputies said they responded to several properties along Southwest Highway 200, finding a large amount of "garbage and materials."
Marion deputies arrest man accused of molesting children, offering their parents $5K each to keep them
Read full article: Marion deputies arrest man accused of molesting children, offering their parents $5K each to keep themA man arrested in Marion County is accused of using his former position as a youth basketball coach to molest children during sleepovers at his home.
Marion County school board considers spending millions to replace some schools, sell others
Read full article: Marion County school board considers spending millions to replace some schools, sell othersMarion County school board members are discussing which schools need help the most as they look ahead to the November election where voters could help fund those projects.