Florida landscaper dies after tree falls during storms
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A Florida landscaper working for Grandview Landscaping Services was killed Thursday afternoon when a large oak tree fell during severe storms in Marion County. Police identified the victim as 37-year-old Hunter Parks. It's unclear exactly what caused the tree to fall ? whether it was due to wind, rot, lightning, or another storm-related factor.

Florida duck that terrorized neighborhood moved to new home

A Muscovy duck that gained internet fame for terrorizing a Cape Coral neighborhood has found a new home in Central Florida.

Puppy brutally attacked at Central Florida park; owners injured trying to save her

A dog and its owner are being sought after a violent attack at a dog park in Marion County left two people injured and a 9-month-old English Springer Spaniel puppy named Mae critically hurt.

Belleview High student arrested for bringing gun to campus

A 17-year-old Belleview High School student was arrested Tuesday after deputies discovered he brought a firearm onto campus, according to the Marion County Sheriff’s Office.

Massive alligator forces boating closure at Juniper Springs after aggressive encounters

A massive alligator measuring up to 14 feet in length has prompted officials to shut down a popular waterway at Juniper Springs in Marion County, following reports of aggressive behavior towards canoes and kayaks.

Marion County deputy uses Taser to arrest woman with multiple warrants out of Volusia County

Newly released body camera video shows a Marion County deputy using a Taser to subdue a woman who authorities say was wanted on several felony warrants out of Volusia County.

Convicted felon takes officers on wild chase in Ocala
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A convicted felon recently took officers on a wild chase that ended in a dramatic crash in Ocala. The man was taken to the hospital to be treated for injuries sustained in the car crash. He is facing several charges, including aggravated assault, fleeing police and possession of a firearm by a convicted felon.

Car smashes through Ocala Massage Envy lobby

A car smashed through the lobby of a Massage Envy in Ocala on Saturday morning.

Suspect in alleged bank robbery, kidnapping previously served 10-year sentence for similar crime

A suspect shot by police following a bank robbery, kidnapping, and high-speed chase through Ocala had recently completed a 10-year prison sentence for a previous bank robbery, authorities said.

Fans brave heat as Rock the Country festival kicks off in Ocala

Thousands of country music fans gathered in Ocala for the Rock the Country festival, staying cool under the heat and bracing for potential storms expected Saturday.

Ocala bank robbery leads to pursuit ending in retention pond, officer-involved shooting

A bank robbery at a TD Bank in Ocala triggered a police pursuit Thursday afternoon that ended with the suspects’ vehicle crashing into a retention pond and an officer-involved shooting near the 4400 block of SE Maricamp Road, authorities said.

Pilot injured in Cessna crash near Ocala airport, FAA investigating

Authorities in Ocala responded to a single-engine Cessna crash in the right-of-way along SW 67th Avenue Road, near the Ocala International Airport.

Fires break out across Florida amid ongoing drought conditions
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Crews across Florida and Central Florida are working to contain ongoing brush fires. A mandatory evacuation order was issued for residents in the Silver Springs area of Marion County on Friday due to a 150-acre active wildfire. Meanwhile, a 116-acre brush fire is burning in Osceola County in the Holopaw area. Three fires are also burning in Volusia County.