Ocala man hit and killed by train when car got stuck on tracks, FHP says
An Ocala man died after he was hit by a train, Monday. Florida Highway Police said his car got stuck on train tracks in Marion County.
An Ocala man died after he was hit by a train, Monday. Florida Highway Police said his car got stuck on train tracks in Marion County.
Teen student, Shannon Rushing, killed by car by school
18-year-old high school senior, Shannon Rushing, was killed by a car as she was walking to the bus stop on Oct. 27. "Heartbroken" with the news, the Ocala Police Department are investigating what happened. Parents, teachers and students are in mourning and discuss their shock and concern.
18-year-old high school senior, Shannon Rushing, was killed by a car as she was walking to the bus stop on Oct. 27. "Heartbroken" with the news, the Ocala Police Department are investigating what happened. Parents, teachers and students are in mourning and discuss their shock and concern.
Forest High School senior hit, killed on way to bus stop, Ocala police say
The student was reportedly hit by a car as she was walking to a bus stop and died from her injuries, Ocala Police said.
The student was reportedly hit by a car as she was walking to a bus stop and died from her injuries, Ocala Police said.
2 human remains discoveries spur Marion County death investigations
The Marion County Sheriff's office conducts two ongoing death investigations after a second human remains discovery over the weekend.
The Marion County Sheriff's office conducts two ongoing death investigations after a second human remains discovery over the weekend.
FHP: Tractor trailer driver dies in I-75 crash and fire
Florida Highway Patrol troopers say the driver of a tractor trailer died Sunday evening when the truck ran off the road on southbound I-75 and crashed into a line of trees.
Florida Highway Patrol troopers say the driver of a tractor trailer died Sunday evening when the truck ran off the road on southbound I-75 and crashed into a line of trees.
Human remains found at Marion County property, officials say
Discovery of human remains leads to FDLE investigation in Marion Oaks
Discovery of human remains leads to FDLE investigation in Marion Oaks
Service dog survives rattlesnake bite after life-saving ER trip in Ocala
Konah is a good dog. He became part of the family when he was needed the most. Recently, he went outside to use the bathroom and returned unusually early. That's when his owner knew something wasn't right.
Konah is a good dog. He became part of the family when he was needed the most. Recently, he went outside to use the bathroom and returned unusually early. That's when his owner knew something wasn't right.
Florida teen, 17, charged in alleged hoax abduction, shooting: Officials
A 17-year-old boy accused of staging a shooting and alleging his own abduction has been arrested and charged, the Marion County Sheriff's Office said.
A 17-year-old boy accused of staging a shooting and alleging his own abduction has been arrested and charged, the Marion County Sheriff's Office said.
FHP: Belleview man killed in head on collision
The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating after an early Saturday morning crash took the life of a 40-year-old man and sent three others to the hospital.According to a release from FHP, the accident occurred on County Road 42 just west of SE 160th Avenue Road.Troopers say that pickup truck driven by a 29-year-old Lake County woman was traveling east around 2:40am when she veered over the center highway line and struck a car head-on that was in the westbound lane.The driver of the car died on the scene, while his passenger was transported to the hospital with critical injuries. The pickup driver and her passenger and her passenger were seriously injured and also transported to the hospital according to the FHP release.According to the release the deceased victim was from Belleview.The cause of the crash is under investigation.
The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating after an early Saturday morning crash took the life of a 40-year-old man and sent three others to the hospital.According to a release from FHP, the accident occurred on County Road 42 just west of SE 160th Avenue Road.Troopers say that pickup truck driven by a 29-year-old Lake County woman was traveling east around 2:40am when she veered over the center highway line and struck a car head-on that was in the westbound lane.The driver of the car died on the scene, while his passenger was transported to the hospital with critical injuries. The pickup driver and her passenger and her passenger were seriously injured and also transported to the hospital according to the FHP release.According to the release the deceased victim was from Belleview.The cause of the crash is under investigation.
Ronald Exantus updates: Kentucky felon jailed in Florida, days after early release
The Marion County Sheriff's Office shared new details on Friday morning about Ronald Exantus' arrest in Florida. Exantus was arrested on Thursday, Oct. 9, at a home in Marion County, Florida, for failing to register as a convicted felon within 48 hours after arriving in the state.
The Marion County Sheriff's Office shared new details on Friday morning about Ronald Exantus' arrest in Florida. Exantus was arrested on Thursday, Oct. 9, at a home in Marion County, Florida, for failing to register as a convicted felon within 48 hours after arriving in the state.
Ronald Exantus arrested in Florida: Bodycam video
Ronald Exantus has been arrested in Florida for failing to register as a convicted felon, the Marion County Sheriff's Office said. His arrest comes days after he was released on supervised parole from the Kentucky Department of Corrections, serving roughly half of a 20-year prison sentence. Exantus was accused of breaking into the Tipton's home in 2015 and stabbing 6-year-old Logan to death. He was found not guilty of murder by reason of insanity. He was convicted of assaulting Logan's sisters and dad. The Marion County Sheriff's Office released bodycam video of Exantus' arrest.
Ronald Exantus has been arrested in Florida for failing to register as a convicted felon, the Marion County Sheriff's Office said. His arrest comes days after he was released on supervised parole from the Kentucky Department of Corrections, serving roughly half of a 20-year prison sentence. Exantus was accused of breaking into the Tipton's home in 2015 and stabbing 6-year-old Logan to death. He was found not guilty of murder by reason of insanity. He was convicted of assaulting Logan's sisters and dad. The Marion County Sheriff's Office released bodycam video of Exantus' arrest.
Logan Tipton's father on Ky. convict arrested in Fla.
Ronald Exantus, a convicted felon who served less than half of a 20-year prison sentence in Kentucky for the death of a child was arrested in Marion County after deputies discovered he had failed to register as a felon, according to the Marion County Sheriff’s Office. Ronald Exantus recently moved to Florida, investigators said, and was living in a home next to an elementary school. Exantus was convicted in 2015 for the stabbing of 6-year-old Logan Tipton' sister in Versailles, Kentucky, a crime that shocked the community. He was found "not guilty by reason of insanity" in Logan's death. He received a 20-year prison sentence but was released on parole after serving less than half of it. His early release and subsequent move to Florida reignited concerns about how parolees are monitored once they leave prison and cross state lines. Drew Tipton, Logan's father, joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer via Zoom to talk about Logan's life, learning Exantus was released from prison and his response to social media outrage and the word of Florida officials upon Exantus' arrest in Florida for failing to register as a felon.
Ronald Exantus, a convicted felon who served less than half of a 20-year prison sentence in Kentucky for the death of a child was arrested in Marion County after deputies discovered he had failed to register as a felon, according to the Marion County Sheriff’s Office. Ronald Exantus recently moved to Florida, investigators said, and was living in a home next to an elementary school. Exantus was convicted in 2015 for the stabbing of 6-year-old Logan Tipton' sister in Versailles, Kentucky, a crime that shocked the community. He was found "not guilty by reason of insanity" in Logan's death. He received a 20-year prison sentence but was released on parole after serving less than half of it. His early release and subsequent move to Florida reignited concerns about how parolees are monitored once they leave prison and cross state lines. Drew Tipton, Logan's father, joined FOX 35's Garrett Wymer via Zoom to talk about Logan's life, learning Exantus was released from prison and his response to social media outrage and the word of Florida officials upon Exantus' arrest in Florida for failing to register as a felon.
Uncontrolled Marion County wildfire causing road closures due to heavy smoke, officials say
A 40-acre wildfire in Marion County has become uncontrolled and is now causing road closures from Highway 326 north to 100th Street due to heavy smoke reducing visibility, officials say.
A 40-acre wildfire in Marion County has become uncontrolled and is now causing road closures from Highway 326 north to 100th Street due to heavy smoke reducing visibility, officials say.
'Child killer' from Kentucky arrested in Marion County after failing to register as felon, deputies say
A “child killer" who served less than half of a 20-year prison sentence in Kentucky for the death of a child was arrested in Marion County after deputies discovered he had failed to register as a felon, according to the Marion County Sheriff’s Office.
A “child killer" who served less than half of a 20-year prison sentence in Kentucky for the death of a child was arrested in Marion County after deputies discovered he had failed to register as a felon, according to the Marion County Sheriff’s Office.
Florida couple scammed out of $2,500 after seeking help for Amazon Alexa device
A Marion County couple claims they were scammed out of thousands of dollars after attempting to resolve a problem with their Amazon Alexa device.
A Marion County couple claims they were scammed out of thousands of dollars after attempting to resolve a problem with their Amazon Alexa device.
Deadly bicycle accident near I-75 under investigation, troopers say
Deadly bicycle accident near I-75 under investigation, troopers say
Deadly bicycle accident near I-75 under investigation, troopers say
Person wanted for pulling gun, shooting at Marion County homecoming bonfire, party: Deputies
The Marion County Sheriff's Office is investigating a reported shooting that happened during a homecoming party and bonfire on Sept. 27, 2025 and is asking for the public's help identifying a potential suspect.
The Marion County Sheriff's Office is investigating a reported shooting that happened during a homecoming party and bonfire on Sept. 27, 2025 and is asking for the public's help identifying a potential suspect.
Ocala man, former law enforcement officer found guilty of killing 25-year-old girlfriend: Officials
An Ocala man and former law enforcement officer has been found guilty of shooting and killing his 25-year-old girlfriend last year, according to the Fifth Judicial Circuit State Attorney's Office.
An Ocala man and former law enforcement officer has been found guilty of shooting and killing his 25-year-old girlfriend last year, according to the Fifth Judicial Circuit State Attorney's Office.
Corporal punishment or discipline? Why Marion County substitute accused of hitting kids to likely avoid arrest
A substitute teacher filling in at South Ocala Elementary School has been fired from the Marion County Public School District after several students accused her of slapping, grabbing, and pushing kids, and of using racial slurs and other curse words.
A substitute teacher filling in at South Ocala Elementary School has been fired from the Marion County Public School District after several students accused her of slapping, grabbing, and pushing kids, and of using racial slurs and other curse words.
Discipline or corporal punishment? Sub won't be charged
A substitute teacher in Marion County is accused of slapping students and using racial slurs by several students and parents. That substitute has been banned from the district, but has not been charged by police, which some parents are angry about. FOX 35's Marie Edinger talked with 8 parents, as well as the Ocala Police Department about the situation, including the difference between discipline and corporal punishment in Florida.
A substitute teacher in Marion County is accused of slapping students and using racial slurs by several students and parents. That substitute has been banned from the district, but has not been charged by police, which some parents are angry about. FOX 35's Marie Edinger talked with 8 parents, as well as the Ocala Police Department about the situation, including the difference between discipline and corporal punishment in Florida.