Marion County Sheriff: Carbon monoxide now suspected in deaths of 4 inside home
Marion County deputies made a shocking discovery late Friday night when they arrived for a welfare check at a home on Banyan Track Way.
Marion County deputies made a shocking discovery late Friday night when they arrived for a welfare check at a home on Banyan Track Way.
Teen accused of setting his friend on fire
A Florida teen was arrested after the Marion County Sheriff's office said video evidence shows the teen intentionally set his friend on fire. Bradey Ming, 17, is facing a felony aggravated battery charge after a teen boy was lit on fire, deputies say. The boy was hospitalized with second-degree burns to his right hand, bottom and right leg. Deputies also reported a "deep full thickness burn" to his lower right leg, lower left leg and left thigh.
A Florida teen was arrested after the Marion County Sheriff's office said video evidence shows the teen intentionally set his friend on fire. Bradey Ming, 17, is facing a felony aggravated battery charge after a teen boy was lit on fire, deputies say. The boy was hospitalized with second-degree burns to his right hand, bottom and right leg. Deputies also reported a "deep full thickness burn" to his lower right leg, lower left leg and left thigh.
Is the air safe? Dunnellon residents are wary after chemically treated rail ties ignite
Though the mayor of Dunnellon said there are no air quality issues after chemically treated railroad ties caught fire Sunday morning, residents remain concerned about breathing in the air.
Though the mayor of Dunnellon said there are no air quality issues after chemically treated railroad ties caught fire Sunday morning, residents remain concerned about breathing in the air.
Dunnellon Fire: Local state of emergency declared after thousands of creosote-treated rail ties removed
The city of Dunnellon, in Marion County, issued a local state of emergency after chemically treated railroad ties caught on fire over the weekend.
The city of Dunnellon, in Marion County, issued a local state of emergency after chemically treated railroad ties caught on fire over the weekend.
Dunnellon Fire: Treated railroad ties burning in Marion County, officials say
A large stockpile of chemically-treated railroad ties caught fire on Sunday morning in Marion County, sending huge plumes of potentially irritating smoke into the air.
A large stockpile of chemically-treated railroad ties caught fire on Sunday morning in Marion County, sending huge plumes of potentially irritating smoke into the air.
Stockpile of railroad ties burns in Marion County
A large stockpile of treated railroad ties has caught fire in Marion County, sending large plumes of smoke into the air, according to Marion County Fire Rescue. Officials warn that because the railroad ties have been treated with creosote – an industrial wood preservative – it can produce heavy, irritating smoke.
A large stockpile of treated railroad ties has caught fire in Marion County, sending large plumes of smoke into the air, according to Marion County Fire Rescue. Officials warn that because the railroad ties have been treated with creosote – an industrial wood preservative – it can produce heavy, irritating smoke.
Marion County deputy plans lawsuit after arrest by fellow deputies, charges dropped
A Marion County sheriff’s deputy plans to file a civil lawsuit after he was arrested by fellow deputies, an incident his attorney says violated his constitutional rights.
A Marion County sheriff’s deputy plans to file a civil lawsuit after he was arrested by fellow deputies, an incident his attorney says violated his constitutional rights.
The 'Ritz' for horses: World Equestrian Center keeps animals comfortable during Florida cold snap
As temperatures dip in North Central Florida, the World Equestrian Center in Ocala is taking extra steps to keep its horses — and their riders — warm and comfortable.
As temperatures dip in North Central Florida, the World Equestrian Center in Ocala is taking extra steps to keep its horses — and their riders — warm and comfortable.
3 people shot in Ocala, deputies say
The Marion County Sheriff's Office is investigating a shooting where three people were hurt. All three people were taken to the hospital.
The Marion County Sheriff's Office is investigating a shooting where three people were hurt. All three people were taken to the hospital.
Neighborhood on edge after serial dog attacks reported in Marion County area
Neighbors in a rural Silver Springs community say a pack of aggressive dogs has been attacking their pets.
Neighbors in a rural Silver Springs community say a pack of aggressive dogs has been attacking their pets.
Ocala adventure park offers ziplines, horseback tours and kayaking
Visitors to Marion County can experience high-flying thrills at The Canyons Zip Line and Adventure Park. It is set just north of Ocala in a 100-year-old limestone quarry, located at a significant elevation.
Visitors to Marion County can experience high-flying thrills at The Canyons Zip Line and Adventure Park. It is set just north of Ocala in a 100-year-old limestone quarry, located at a significant elevation.
Ocala man found shot in his front yard; suspect held without bond for murder charge
Described as an apparent "random act of violence," the Ocala Police Department arrested a suspect in connection to the shooting death of a 64-year-old man in a Marion County neighborhood.
Described as an apparent "random act of violence," the Ocala Police Department arrested a suspect in connection to the shooting death of a 64-year-old man in a Marion County neighborhood.
Firefighter describes alleged hazing attack at Marion County station
A 19-year-old firefighter says he was assaulted and waterboarded by coworkers during an alleged hazing incident while on duty at a Marion County fire station.
A 19-year-old firefighter says he was assaulted and waterboarded by coworkers during an alleged hazing incident while on duty at a Marion County fire station.
Deadly shooting of Ocala man believed to be 'random act of violence,' police say
Police officers are responding to a reported homicide in the Ocala Historic District, just east of downtown.
Police officers are responding to a reported homicide in the Ocala Historic District, just east of downtown.
Florida teen accused of second-degree murder in Ocala Christmas Day shooting
A Florida man was arrested in connection to a Christmas Day murder in Marion County.
A Florida man was arrested in connection to a Christmas Day murder in Marion County.
Ex-Marion County Fire workers claim 'roughhousing' happened often at Fire Station 21
Leaders with Marion County Fire Rescue admit firing 10 people from one fire station – Fire Station 21 – is a tough loss for the department and the community – years and years of firefighting experience gone, but they are firm that violence and hazing have no place whatsoever within the department.
Leaders with Marion County Fire Rescue admit firing 10 people from one fire station – Fire Station 21 – is a tough loss for the department and the community – years and years of firefighting experience gone, but they are firm that violence and hazing have no place whatsoever within the department.
Ex-Marion County firefighters: 'Roughhousing' was common
Former Marion County Fire Rescue employees terminated amid investigations into alleged hazing of a 19-year-old rookie firefighter told investigations that "roughousing" was common at Fire Station 21. FOX 35 obtained the investigative interviews and transcripts that were conducted amid the investigation via a public records request. In those interviews, the former employees said the situation started as a playful joke and admitted it got out of hand.
Former Marion County Fire Rescue employees terminated amid investigations into alleged hazing of a 19-year-old rookie firefighter told investigations that "roughousing" was common at Fire Station 21. FOX 35 obtained the investigative interviews and transcripts that were conducted amid the investigation via a public records request. In those interviews, the former employees said the situation started as a playful joke and admitted it got out of hand.
New details in alleged Marion County firefighter hazing investigation
A 19-year-old rookie firefighter at Marion County Fire Rescue's Fire Station 21 described to detectives the horror he underwent as his colleagues allegedly tackled him, put him into a leg lock, whipped him with a belt, and waterboarded him – all over the desire to gain access to his cell phone to watch a viral video he posted a while back on social media. A 19-year-old rookie firefighter at Marion County Fire Rescue's Fire Station 21 described to detectives the horror he underwent as his colleagues allegedly tackled him, put him into a leg lock, whipped him with a belt, and waterboarded him – all over the desire to gain access to his cell phone to watch a viral video he posted a while back on social media.
A 19-year-old rookie firefighter at Marion County Fire Rescue's Fire Station 21 described to detectives the horror he underwent as his colleagues allegedly tackled him, put him into a leg lock, whipped him with a belt, and waterboarded him – all over the desire to gain access to his cell phone to watch a viral video he posted a while back on social media. A 19-year-old rookie firefighter at Marion County Fire Rescue's Fire Station 21 described to detectives the horror he underwent as his colleagues allegedly tackled him, put him into a leg lock, whipped him with a belt, and waterboarded him – all over the desire to gain access to his cell phone to watch a viral video he posted a while back on social media.
Marion County firefighter whipped, waterboarded describes horror to detectives: Investigative docs
A 19-year-old rookie firefighter at Marion County Fire Rescue's Fire Station 21 described to detectives the horror he underwent as his colleagues allegedly tackled him, put him into a leg lock, whipped him with a belt, and waterboarded him – all over the desire to gain access to his cell phone to watch a viral video he posted a while back on social media.
A 19-year-old rookie firefighter at Marion County Fire Rescue's Fire Station 21 described to detectives the horror he underwent as his colleagues allegedly tackled him, put him into a leg lock, whipped him with a belt, and waterboarded him – all over the desire to gain access to his cell phone to watch a viral video he posted a while back on social media.
Florida RV crash: 5-year-old, newborn killed in RV, Tahoe crash in Marion County, FHP says
A second child – a newborn baby – has tragically died following a crash involving an SUV and an RV over the weekend in Marion County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.
A second child – a newborn baby – has tragically died following a crash involving an SUV and an RV over the weekend in Marion County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.