Florida woman accused of animal cruelty after horse found emaciated: Sheriff's Office

A Marion County woman has been arrested and charged with aggravated animal cruelty after deputies discovered a severely malnourished horse at her home, authorities said.

No injuries reported after train derailment in Ocala
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Two engines and eight cars were impacted when a train derailed on Friday morning in Ocala, officials say. The two crew members on the train were unharmed, and there were no reported injuries or releases of hazardous materials.

State attorney speaks after 3 Florida teens sentenced
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All 3 suspects have been sentenced in the 2023 Ocklawaha triple-murder case. Defendants Robinson and Brewton were sentenced to life in prison. Defendant Atkins was sentenced to 40 years in prison. All three defendants were charged as adults. FOX 35's Garrett Wymer shows us what the state attorney had to say after the sentencings.

66-year-old pedestrian killed in Marion County hit-and-run crash, troopers say

A 66-year-old man is dead after he was hit by a car while walking Wednesday night in Marion County, troopers say. The Florida Highway Patrol (FHP) is continuing its search for the driver of the car, who fled the scene of the deadly crash.

Florida woman arrested after 14,000 pounds of trash found at Ocala homeless encampment

A woman has been arrested and charged with felony littering after deputies discovered more than 14,000 pounds of trash and hazardous debris at an illegal homeless encampment in the Silver Springs Shores area of Ocala, according to the Marion County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO).

Marion County teen sentenced to 40 years in 2023 Ocklawaha triple murder case

A Marion County judge on Tuesday sentenced 15-year-old Christopher Atkins to 40 years in prison for his role in a 2023 triple homicide that shocked the Ocklawaha community.

Parents expected to protest outside Ocala daycare
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A Central Florida daycare worker is accused of abusing six infants, ages 4 to 9 months, which has prompted staff retraining as ordered by the state. Ocala Police (OPD) arrested Karla L. Penalverty-Gonzalez, 33, in connection with multiple allegations of child abuse at All Star Learning Academy on West Silver Springs Boulevard. Parents are expected to protest outside the daycare on Friday.

Tree crashes onto Ocala duplex during storm; resident and dog rescued

A man and his dog were safely helped out of their Ocala home Monday afternoon after a large tree toppled onto a duplex during a severe storm, according to Ocala Fire Rescue.

Northbound I-75 blocked in Marion County
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Interstate 75 northbound is currently closed in Marion County after a large truck hit the overpass at Southwest 66th Street, officials say. Traffic is being diverted at Highway 484.

I-75 northbound reopens in Marion County after large truck hits overpass, officials say

Interstate 75 northbound in Marion County has reopened after being closed for several hours after a large truck hit the overpass at Southwest 66th Street on Friday, officials say.

Marion County motorcyclist killed after being hit from behind by car: FHP

The Florida Highway Patrol is investigating after a motorcyclist was hit and killed by a car Monday morning in Marion County, according to the Florida Highway Patrol.

Firefighters rescue 12 dogs from house fire
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Twelve dogs were saved by firefighters after a fire broke out at a Marion County home on Friday night. No firefighters or civilians were reported injured at the scene. Investigators say the cause and origin of the fire currently remain under investigation.