Experts warn of risks to children playing Roblox
Experts are warning parents about the dangers of allowing children to play video game Roblox. The game gives kids the ability to chat with people across the world. Marion County deputies recently arrested a teenager for allegedly exploiting younger kids online. Officials said the suspects would find young victims on the game and then move his conversations to private texts and server messages.
Experts are warning parents about the dangers of allowing children to play video game Roblox. The game gives kids the ability to chat with people across the world. Marion County deputies recently arrested a teenager for allegedly exploiting younger kids online. Officials said the suspects would find young victims on the game and then move his conversations to private texts and server messages.
Man accused of trying to carjack driver on I-75
In Marion County, deputies say they ended up chasing after a driver who was going 85 mph in a 45 mph speed zone and refused to stop. Deputies say 25-year-old Charlie Daniels Jr. remains in the Marion County Jail without bond. Authorities said Daniels is facing myriad charges.
In Marion County, deputies say they ended up chasing after a driver who was going 85 mph in a 45 mph speed zone and refused to stop. Deputies say 25-year-old Charlie Daniels Jr. remains in the Marion County Jail without bond. Authorities said Daniels is facing myriad charges.
Florida convicted felon, 25, arrested after series of violent crimes: Deputies
A 25-year-old convicted Florida felon has been arrested after a series of violent crimes, the Marion County Sheriff's Office says.
A 25-year-old convicted Florida felon has been arrested after a series of violent crimes, the Marion County Sheriff's Office says.
Ocala teen arrested, used Roblox to communicate with and sexually exploit children
A Marion County teen was arrested after allegedly using the game Roblox to communicate with children, directing them to molest their younger siblings and produce child sexual abuse material.
A Marion County teen was arrested after allegedly using the game Roblox to communicate with children, directing them to molest their younger siblings and produce child sexual abuse material.
Florida teen awakens from coma months after scooter crash
Jermaine Bridges, a 15-year-old from Marion Oaks, is recovering after spending nearly four months in a coma following a car accident involving his electric scooter.
Jermaine Bridges, a 15-year-old from Marion Oaks, is recovering after spending nearly four months in a coma following a car accident involving his electric scooter.
Siblings arrested in Marion County after throwing brass knuckles through school bus window
Two adults were arrested Monday after authorities say a pair of brass knuckles were thrown through the window of a Marion County Public Schools bus.
Two adults were arrested Monday after authorities say a pair of brass knuckles were thrown through the window of a Marion County Public Schools bus.
Marion County school board to vote on interim superintendent
Today, the Marion County School Board will vote to name an interim superintendent. Danielle Brewer was selected from from seven candidates and is currently the senior executive director of high schools and secondary curriculum. If approved, Brewer would assume her role immediately and would continue in the position until April 29, 2026, or until a successor superintendent has taken office.
Today, the Marion County School Board will vote to name an interim superintendent. Danielle Brewer was selected from from seven candidates and is currently the senior executive director of high schools and secondary curriculum. If approved, Brewer would assume her role immediately and would continue in the position until April 29, 2026, or until a successor superintendent has taken office.
Marion County man wanted for running over 66-year-old woman with go-kart
Authorities are searching for 32-year-old Delvon Thornton, who is wanted for aggravated battery after allegedly running over a 66-year-old woman with a go-kart during an argument, according to the Marion County Sheriff’s Office.
Authorities are searching for 32-year-old Delvon Thornton, who is wanted for aggravated battery after allegedly running over a 66-year-old woman with a go-kart during an argument, according to the Marion County Sheriff’s Office.
Florida Little League coach arrested for sex crimes with minor, officials say
A Florida Little League coach has been arrested after attempting to meet a 13-year-old to engage in sexual activity, officials say.
A Florida Little League coach has been arrested after attempting to meet a 13-year-old to engage in sexual activity, officials say.
Four dogs rescued from Marion County house fire Monday morning
Marion County Fire Rescue crews saved four dogs from a burning home Monday morning after a structure fire broke out.
Marion County Fire Rescue crews saved four dogs from a burning home Monday morning after a structure fire broke out.
2 arrested in Marion County for pointing BB gun at children
Two individuals were arrested after allegedly pointing a gun at children in northwest Marion County last week, according to the Marion County Sheriff’s Office.
Two individuals were arrested after allegedly pointing a gun at children in northwest Marion County last week, according to the Marion County Sheriff’s Office.
21 horses killed in Marion County barn fire, officials say
An early morning barn fire in Marion County has claimed the lives of 21 horses, officials say. Firefighters said they found the 10,000-square-foot, single-story barn fully engulfed in flames, and the roof had collapsed on top of the structure.
An early morning barn fire in Marion County has claimed the lives of 21 horses, officials say. Firefighters said they found the 10,000-square-foot, single-story barn fully engulfed in flames, and the roof had collapsed on top of the structure.
Fire burns through storage building in Marion County
New video is shows crews battling an intense building fire in the Belleview area of Marion County. The fire sparked last night at a storage building for construction materials. The cause of the fire is still being investigated.
New video is shows crews battling an intense building fire in the Belleview area of Marion County. The fire sparked last night at a storage building for construction materials. The cause of the fire is still being investigated.
Florida man pleads guilty to multi-million dollar scheme to defraud Medicare
A Florida man has pleaded guilty to purchasing Medicare identification numbers and using the numbers to cause more than $8.4 million of false and fraudulent claims to be submitted to Medicare.
A Florida man has pleaded guilty to purchasing Medicare identification numbers and using the numbers to cause more than $8.4 million of false and fraudulent claims to be submitted to Medicare.
Gov. DeSantis awards Marion County deputies $5K bonus in Florida's law enforcement recruitment program
Gov. Ron DeSantis awarded $5,000 recruitment bonuses to Marion County sheriff's deputies as part of Florida's Law Enforcement Recruitment Bonus program.
Gov. Ron DeSantis awarded $5,000 recruitment bonuses to Marion County sheriff's deputies as part of Florida's Law Enforcement Recruitment Bonus program.
Good Samaritans, deputies save Florida fisherman after medical emergency on river
A man suffered a medical emergency while fishing on Rainbow River in Marion County, Florida, but was saved by nearby good Samaritans and deputies with the Marion County Sheriff's Office.
A man suffered a medical emergency while fishing on Rainbow River in Marion County, Florida, but was saved by nearby good Samaritans and deputies with the Marion County Sheriff's Office.
Florida doctor accused of inappropriate conduct during a medical exam
A Florida doctor, Jose Jacob, was arrested for alleged battery after a patient accused him of inappropriate conduct during a medical exam.
A Florida doctor, Jose Jacob, was arrested for alleged battery after a patient accused him of inappropriate conduct during a medical exam.
Florida special congressional elections test GOP strongholds in Central Florida, Panhandle
Florida’s 1st and 6th Congressional Districts are holding special elections Tuesday to replace Matt Gaetz and Michael Waltz.
Florida’s 1st and 6th Congressional Districts are holding special elections Tuesday to replace Matt Gaetz and Michael Waltz.
3 injured, extracted from Ocala crash between car and semi-truck: officials
Three people were seriously injured during a crash between a car and a semi-truck that took place Friday morning in Marion County, the Florida Highway Patrol said.
Three people were seriously injured during a crash between a car and a semi-truck that took place Friday morning in Marion County, the Florida Highway Patrol said.
3 hurt after car smashes into semi in Marion County
Three people were injured during a car crash that took place Friday morning in Marion County. Officials said a car slammed into the back of a semi-truck that was carrying equipment.
Three people were injured during a car crash that took place Friday morning in Marion County. Officials said a car slammed into the back of a semi-truck that was carrying equipment.