Victim of Ocala laundromat explosion encourages trauma victims to seek help, therapy
More than half a year after an explosion at an Ocala laundromat, victims of the fire say they’re nowhere close to being recovered.
Florida man recovering after laundromat explosion
The cause of a laundromat explosion in Ocala is still under investigation. Four people were hurt in the blast. FOX 35 hears from one man who says he's still working to recover.
Van allegedly used as a getaway car in Florida Walmart theft
Marion County deputies say a van was used as a getaway car for a theft at a Walmart. The car was spotted when the driver ran a stop sign. A deputy chased the car, tapping its bumper a few times with his patrol car to get it to stop. However, the chase continued.
Bomb ignites fire in Ocala National Forest during routine Navy air training
A U.S. Navy pilot missed their target during bomb testing training, igniting flames in the Ocala National Forest Wednesday.
Former employee files lawsuit against Marion County sheriff
Marion County Sheriff Billy Woods is being sued by a woman who claims she was fired for speaking up about inmate mistreatment at the county jail.
Florida teen sentenced for raping 91-year-old woman
The 14-year-old teen boy who brutally raped and beat a 91-year-old woman will spend the next 25 years in prison.
Florida boy, 15, sentenced to 25 years in prison for beating and rape of 91-year-old
A 15-year-old Florida boy has been sentenced to 25 years in prison for the beating and rape of a 91-year-old woman.
Arrested in Florida: 3 murder suspects in 3 unrelated crimes caught 3 days apart in Marion County
Authorities in Marion County, Florida, have arrested three men suspected in unrelated murder investigations in New Jersey, Alabama, and Lake County, Florida, officials announced.
Lake Weir High School student arrested for bringing knife on campus: officials
A Lake Weir High School student was arrested on Wednesday morning for allegedly bringing a knife onto campus, according to a spokesperson for Marion County Public Schools.
3 suspects arrested in alleged murder of 24-year-old in Ocala, police say
Police said they have arrested three suspects in the alleged murder of 24-year-old Derrick Brown Jr. in Ocala.
Marion County detectives arrest suspect in December convenience store armed robbery
The Marion County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) has arrested a suspect in connection with an armed robbery and stabbing that took place in December 2024.
Suspect sought after family finds dog shot with arrow
A local couple is mourning the loss of their pet, after their dog was shot with an arrow and had to be put down.
Dog shot with arrow in Marion County; family mourns beloved pet's death
A Marion County family is grieving the loss of their golden retriever, Bella, who was shot with an arrow and later euthanized due to the severity of her injuries.
Florida man arrested after fight at elementary school, deputies say
An Ocala man was arrested after he allegedly got into a physical fight with another man at an elementary school, according to deputies.
Florida dad turns in son who stole car, went on joyride after seeing suspect photos: deputies
A Florida father turned in his 15-year-old son to authorities after he recognized him in a suspect photo shared by the Marion County Sheriff's Office on social media, officials said.
Teen arrested for grand theft after father recognizes his photo
A 15-year-old is behind bars after his own father recognized him in a photo from the sheriff's office.
2 Ocala fires leave 1 home saved, another up in flames
Ocala Fire Rescue faced two structure fires on Wednesday morning, both resulting in two very different outcomes.
Officials asking for publics help identifying alleged car thief in Marion County
A man in Marion County stole a vehicle and took it for a joyride before abandoning it. Now officials are hoping to identify the thief before he steals again.
Florida boy, 17, traded child porn for better video game rank, deputies say
Deputies said they arrested a 17-year-old boy after he allegedly exchanged child pornography to earn a higher rank in a video game.
Florida installs new 'Baby Box' at Marion County fire station
A Safe Haven Baby Box has been installed at a fire station in Marion County.