What happened to Sara Ebersole? The search for missing Florida woman continues nearly 3 years later

It's been nearly three years since Sara Ebersole, 28, went missing. Now, an anonymous donor is offering a $35,000 reward for tips that lead to her whereabouts – an increase from $4,000 last year. 

Marion County Fire Rescue terminates 6 more employees amid alleged hazing investigation

Six more employees have been fired from Marion County Fire Rescue following an alleged violent hazing incident at a fire station, bringing the total number of terminations tied to the case to 10, county officials said.

Deputies: Florida man used Facebook to target women in multiple sexual batteries

A Florida man, behind bars as a suspect of two separate sexual battery incidents, has now been linked to another similar incident that occurred in January after a woman came forward. 

Missing Kentucky girl, who was abducted 40 years ago, found alive; Mom arrested in Florida, deputies say

A 3-year-old girl who was reported missing in Kentucky more than 40 years ago is alive and well – living under a different identity and in a different state – and was unaware that she was a victim in a missing person's case, according to the Jefferson County Sheriff's Office.

MCSO: Rape suspect arrested; more victims possible
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The Marion County Sheriff's Office has arrested a man accused of violently attacking and raping two women. The man was arrested and charged in both cases. Detectives believe there could be more victims.

United Healthcare CenterWell deal allows The Villages residents to stay in network

Residents living at The Villages will be able to keep their health insurance after a deal between United Heathcare and CenterWell Senior Primary Care was reached. 

Marion County firefighter 'hazing' arrests: 3 released from jail

Three of the four Marion County Fire Rescue firefighters – accused of beating, robbing and kidnapping a fellow employee – were released from jail on bond. 

Marion County firefighters accused of kidnapping, battery granted $100K bond

Four Marion County Fire Rescue firefighters made their first appearance before a Marion County judge, Thursday, after they were accused of beating, robbing and kidnapping a fellow employee. The Marion County Sheriff's office referred to this incident as a "violent hazing." 

Deputies: 4 Marion County Fire Rescue first responders fired for hazing, waterboarding teen firefighter

A criminal case is ongoing after four Marion County firefighters are facing kidnapping, battery, accessory and robbery in connection to a "violent hazing" incident, the Marion County Sheriff's office said.

Teen arrested in Ocala shooting that left man critically wounded, deputies say

A 17-year-old was arrested Friday in connection with a shooting that left an Ocala man critically injured earlier this month. The victim, Robert Ciampa, is expected to recover from his injuries.

Teen stole grandma's car with 6 kids inside
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A 19-year-old is facing a plethora of charges after he stole his grandma's car before taking Marion County Deputies on a high-speed chase with 6 children inside.

Gov. DeSantis talks at Florida Rural Economic Development Summit 2025

Gov. Ron DeSantis touted his administration’s rural investments and warned about the risks posed by artificial intelligence during a speech at the Florida Rural Economic Development Summit.

Florida man arrested after UK woman allegedly pays him to torture, kill her: Affidavit

A woman from the United Kingdom who was reported missing after traveling to the United States has been found dead in Florida. A Florida man has been arrested in her death.

FDLE arrests Ocala man in death of missing U.K. woman

A missing-person case that began in the United Kingdom has now developed into a Florida homicide case.