Florida's 'Stand Your Ground' law and when it applies

A Florida mother of four was shot and killed in Marion County by her neighbor on Friday through the front door of the neighbor's home, according to deputies. No arrest has been made in the case as authorities are investigating whether the shooting was justified and protected under Florida's Stand Your Ground law.

J. David Stockton III on death of AJ Owens
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Bishop J. David Stockton III, President of the Marion County Chapter of the NAACP, speaks at a news conference addressing the death of a Florida mother of four who was shot and killed after confronting a neighbor, according to authorities.

Full news conference: Mom shot, killed by neighbor in Marion County
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On Monday, Marion County Sheriff Billy Woods held a press conference to provide information about a shooting investigation where a mother was shot and killed after a confrontation with a neighbor, possibly in front of her children.

Large hole opens up in Ocala’s Gaitway Plaza parking lot

A hole, approximately 30 feet wide and nearly 20 feet deep, has opened up in Ocala’s Gaitway Plaza parking lot.

Bicyclist killed in hit-and-run in Marion County, FHP says

A bicyclist was struck and killed Friday morning while riding on US-441 in Marion County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol. 

Former firefighter helping others in his field fight suicidal thoughts through the power of outdoors

A former firefighter who once battled his own suicidal thoughts is now on a mission to help others just like him through the power of the outdoors. For several months, Zach Maddox considered taking his own life.

1 person stabbed to death in Ocala: Police

One person has died following a stabbing that happened in Ocala early Saturday morning, police said. 

Marion County man sentenced to death after murdering his wife and 4 children

A Marion County man received four death sentences and one life second after he killed his children and his wife in 2019, the Fifth Judicial Court of Florida said. 

Police: Man facing arson charges after setting 3 fires inside Florida hospital

A 32-year-old man is facing charges of arson after he apparently started three separate small fires inside a Florida hospital, and an additional two fires near a university and a home before he was found and arrested Sunday night, according to Ocala and Marion County officials.

Savvy criminals using artificial intelligence to their advantage

As technology evolves so are scammers. In this newest scam, bad guys are using artificial intelligence to their advantage.

Everything to see, do and explore at Sholom Park
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Find peace and explore nature at Sholom Park in Ocala, Florida, which is home to two miles of trails, 100 species of plants and trees, two ponds, and 36 olive trees. FOX 35's David Martin shows you around this private park designed to help you find peace.