Marion County Sheriff Detectives investigating deadly shooting
Marion County Sheriff's detectives are investigating an early morning deadly shooting according to the Department's social media.
Florida man attempted to drain more than $50K from 82-year-old woman, deputies say
Jiaan Cao was arrested for fraud Dec. 12 after attempting to scam an 82-year-old man out of more than $50,000, the Marion County Sheriff's Office says.
Ocala Police launch long-term crackdown on speeding and aggressive driving
The Ocala Police Department, in partnership with the Florida Department of Transportation, has launched a high-visibility enforcement operation targeting speeding and aggressive driving within city limits.
Ocala Police arrest couple wanted for burglaries at 7-Eleven
A couple wanted in connection with a string of car burglaries, credit card fraud, and other thefts was arrested at a 7-Eleven in Ocala.
Marion County teacher admits to grabbing student's throat, accused of making sexual comments: affidavit
A Marion County high school teacher was arrested Monday after admitting to putting his hand around a student's throat.
Deputies search for suspect accused of robbing, stabbing man outside Florida gas station for $600
Deputies are asking for the public's help in identifying a suspect they said robbed a man outside a Marion County gas station and then stabbed him before taking off, authorities said.
Marion County deputies seek help identifying woman found in Dunnellon
The Marion County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a woman found early Saturday morning in the Rolling Hills area of Dunnellon.
City of Ocala to offer free downtown parking ahead of holiday season
The city of Ocala is celebrating the holiday season by giving its residents and visitors a gift: free downtown parking.
22-year-old arrested in Marion County for multiple sexual charges involving minor
Edward Franklin Atkins, 22, was arrested by the Marion County Sheriff's Office Dec. 4 for multiple sexual charges involving a minor.
Two killed in head-on collision in Marion County
Two people were killed Wednesday in a head-on collision on County Road 315 near the intersection of NE 222nd Street, according to the Florida Highway Patrol (FHP).
2024 guide for the best Central Florida holiday light displays
Central Florida is aglow with holiday light displays that illuminate neighborhoods and local attractions.
Florida boy, 14, arrested a year after shooting, killing teen during meeting to buy gun, deputies say
A 14-year-old boy was arrested for murder on Tuesday, a year after deputies said he shot and killed another teenager he met to buy a gun, according to the Marion County Sheriff's Office.
Watch: High-speed chase in Marion County comes to a halt after vehicle crashes into tree
A high-speed car chase in Marion County ended abruptly after the fleeing vehicle crashed into a large tree.
Florida Highway Patrol says one dead, five others injured in three car crash
An early evening crash along I 75 in Marion County on Friday has taken the life of a 65 yr-old Apopka man. According to the Florida Highway Patrol, the crash happened just before 6 p.m. Friday evening when a pickup truck, heading south on I 75, lost control and collided with the center median guard rail. The truck then flipped over the guard rail and struck a sedan that was traveling northbound. A third vehicle, also traveling northbound, was hit by debris.
Ocala Police investigating shooting at E.D. Croskey Center
Police are investigating a shooting incident that occurred on Thursday, Thanksgiving Day, at the E.D. Croskey Center, located at 1510 NW 4th St, in Ocala.
'AJ' Owens' loved ones announce creation of new fund, hoping for changes to FL Stand Your Ground law
The family and friends of Ajike 'AJ' Owens are calling on the state to make changes to the Stand Your Ground law and have announced the creation of a fund to help with said changes.
Family of Marion County teen shot, killed by friend speaks out: 'I loved him'
The family of the Marion County teen who deputies say was shot and killed by his 15-year-old friend is speaking out.
Marion County head on crash kills one, injures three according to Florida Highway Patrol
A Pennsylvania woman is dead after a head-on collision in Marion County early Saturday evening. The Florida Highway Patrol says the crash, which happened just after 7 p.m, was on County Road 314 just east of NE 170th Avenue in Marion County.
Threatening Facebook post of popular Ocala event leads to man's arrest, police say
Officials said they will be increasing security personnel for the event.
Teen arrested in fatal shooting of another teen in Marion County
A 14-year-old has been arrested and charged with aggravated manslaughter of a child in connection with the fatal shooting of another teenager in October, according to the Marion County Sheriff’s Office.