Early voting begins in Central Florida with a few counties experiencing issues
The first day of early voting in Central Florida was marked by technical issues, as some county election websites crashed, sparking concerns about potential problems on Election Day.
Several dogs rescued from burning home in Ocala, fire officials say
Officials were initially called to a home on Banyan Track just before 11:10 p.m. on reports of a residential structure fire after a caller reported her backyard and porch to be on fire.
Marion County crash leaves one dead, officials say
One person is dead after being struck by a car early Saturday morning, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
Man dies after dirt bike crash in Ocala National Forest: FHP
Troopers said the 59-year-old man was traveling on a dirt road in the forest before he struck two trees.
When do Florida schools open again after Hurricane Milton? See the list
Here's when Florida schools go back to class after Hurricane Milton.
Hurricane Milton: Evacuation orders in Central Florida
Floridians are preparing for Hurricane Milton, which has become a powerful Category 5 in the Gulf of Mexico, as it heads towards Florida's Gulf Coast.
Hurricane Milton: Marion County updates & information
Hurricane Milton is expected to make landfall on Florida's Gulf Coast this week. Here is the latest information and updates people in Marion County need to know.
Shooting at Ocala park sparks investigation: Police
Police said the injured person was sent to the hospital with non-life threatening injuries.
Ocala woman saved from sinking car in retention pond after suffering medical episode
A woman was pulled to safety after driving into a retention pond following what is believed to be a medical episode, authorities said.
Family loses everything when tree falls on apartment during Hurricane Helene
Dalon Charles’ mother, wife, and two children were all inside their apartment when a tree came crashing down on the roof.
Ocala Police looking for public's help in solving 24-year-old cold case
The Ocala Police Department is calling on the public for help in a 24-year-old cold case.
Hurricane Helene school closures: Is your school open or closed on Friday?
Will Florida schools, colleges, and universities open on Friday, Sept. 27, after Hurricane Helene? Here is the latest on school openings and closures.
Hurricane Helene damage reported across Florida ahead storm's landfall
FOX 35 is receiving reports of fallen trees, downed power lines and damaged homes as Hurricane Helene slams the state.
Hurricane Helene: Marion County updates & information
As Hurricane Helene, the eighth named storm of the 2024 Atlantic hurricane season, makes its way towards Florida, here is what people in Marion County need to know about evacuations, school closings, shelters, and sandbag locations.
Ocala pursuit ends in officer-involved shooting, police say
The Ocala Police Department is currently investigating a vehicle pursuit that ended with officer-involved gunfire.
Marion County deputy shoots, kills girlfriend with rifle while teaching how to clean guns, police say
A former Marion County sheriff's deputy was arrested Thursday under suspicion of manslaughter after his girlfriend was shot in the head and killed, according to the Ocala Police Department.
Former Florida youth basketball coach accused of molesting children, holding teen captive
A former Boys and Girls Club basketball coach in Marion County is accused of child molestation, human trafficking, and the production and possession of child pornography, among other criminal acts, according to the Marion County Sheriff's Office.
Victim of deadly Marion County shooting identified; suspect in custody
The Marion County Sheriff’s Office has identified the victim of a deadly shooting that happened on Tuesday afternoon.
Florida man arrested for keeping alligators in his backyard swimming pool, FWC says
A Florida man has been arrested after he was caught keeping alligators and several freshwater slider turtles on his property, according to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC).
Deputies find missing, endangered Florida teen last seen in Ocala
The Marion County Sheriff's Office needs your help in locating a missing and endangered teenage girl.